Billy, Zack King’s cat, would constantly disappear when he stepped outside. Through the door’s flap, the one-year-old rescue cat may come and go as he pleases while exploring the area.
He’s curious, feisty, and self-assured, King told The Dodo. He enjoys unwinding, and when he sleeps, he truly sleeps. However, he often spends the entire day coming and going from his cat flap, saying hello before leaving to play and explore once again.
King assumed that Billy mostly kept to himself, sunbathing and chasing mice. But he soon discovered that his sweet pet was living a double life.
One early October day, Billy walked in the house with a folded piece of paper covered in plastic wrap attached to his collar. King and his girlfriend Olga carefully unwrapped the paper and were surprised to see a sweet note written by one of their neighbors.
It read: “Your cat likes to come visit us when he is outside. He will sit at the door and meow to be let in. It’s actually hilarious and we love him! We have no idea where he’s coming from. What’s his name? We call him Billy. From your friendly neighbors!”
The odd conversation thrilled both King and Olga. King added, “I wouldn’t have thought of doing it myself but was really thrilled to get such a lovely message just to let us know that Billy enjoys hanging out with his human pals and is well-liked.
Olga promptly responded to the neighbors’ letters and fastened Billy’s collar with the note. She prayed that her response would reach the appropriate people even though she had no clue who had written the letter or where it had come from.
Billy knew just where to go, and the mysterious neighbors wrote back: “Ohhhh! I think our housemate (who is away now) must have seen his tag in the summer. He told me the name! Thanks for the note. Amazed he actually came right back to deliver it! Like a carrier pigeon but cuter … Lots of chin scratches and love for him here! Have a nice evening!”
The two neighbors rapidly become close, and Billy served as their mailman. The neighbors have already exchanged approximately a dozen messages over the course of many months.
We’ve discussed podcast suggestions, home cooking ideas, and TV and Netflix recommendations, according to King. “We do not know the identity or whereabouts of the neighbor. We could inquire about the specifics, but there’s no need because there should occasionally be some mystery.
Finding a new friend in a time when it’s so difficult to connect with people has been a blessing for the couple. And they’re so glad Billy has another loving family who gives him attention when he’s out on his adventures.
The letters have slowed as winter set in and Billy started spending more time indoors. But whenever King discovers one fastened to Billy’s collar, it’s usually a welcome surprise.
Since limitations and lockdowns kept us at home as the nights became colder and darker, it was a genuine thrill for us. stated King. To be quite honest, Billy is a delight. But this was definitely something unexpected, unusual, and pleasant.
