Ella’s Purr-fect Starlight Wish

In August last year, we had the pleasure of hosting a very special guest at Sydney Dogs & Cats Home—Ella and her family, as part of her Starlight Wish! Ella is a huge cat lover, and she knew exactly how she wanted to spend her wish: a weekend filled with all things cat-ivities!

The weekend began with Ella and her family enjoying the purr-fect day at the Cat Lovers Festival, followed by a cosy meal and plenty of cuddles at a cat café. But the icing on the cake was their visit to us at Sydney Dogs & Cats Home, where Ella got a VIP tour of our shelter. She met the adorable cats that were in our care at the time, and learned more about how we help animals in need and to find loving families.

Ella also got hands-on with our team as a vet nurse, assisting with Penny Lane, a sweet ragdoll cat. Ella listened to Penny Lane’s heartbeat, gave her a little groom, and, of course, had the ultimate highlight—snuggling with seven tiny kittens! It was a moment Ella will surely never forget. To make the day even more memorable, she and her brothers created their very own cat paintings to take home as a souvenir from their unforgettable visit.

We’re so thrilled that Ella and her family had such an exciting and heartwarming experience with us. At Sydney Dogs & Cats Home, our mission is all about bringing pets and people together, and we are over the moon to have been part of Ella’s special wish.

Thank you, Ella, for letting us be a part of your unforgettable journey.

Published January 2025