This Cat Is Looking For A Family To Love Him… AND His 2 Noses!

By: Adri Sandoval
Adri Sandoval is the Special Projects Manager for iHeartDogs and iHeartCats. Her work has deepened her love for animals, fostering a strong passion for rescue and animal advocacy.Read more
| April 6, 2018

One-year-old Memphis was down on his luck.

Born with two noses, the special kitty had a family for the first year of his life, until they could no longer care for him. He was surrendered to a shelter in Salem, Massachusetts, where he was nearing the top of the euthanasia list — and that’s when his luck finally changed.

The nearby Odd Cat Sanctuary pulled Memphis from death row and took him in with open arms. There, they discovered that the two-nosed wonder just wanted what every other cat does: someone to love!

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Memphis’ facial abnormalities give him no trouble at all. He can breathe and smell through both noses, with just some small side effects: he breathes a little louder than most cats, and sometimes he snores. (But let’s be  honest – don’t we all?)

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This kitty makes other loud noises, too — he loves to purr! Memphis soaks up affection whenever he can get it, and he’s not shy about letting everyone know when he’s very, very pleased.

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This sweetheart doesn’t have a forever home yet, but it certainly won’t be long. He’s got over 4,500 fans on his Instagram page that can’t get enough of his uniquely sweet face.

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While he’s not up for adoption at the moment, he will be soon. Follow him on Instagram @memphis2noseoddcat and like The Odd Cat Sanctuary on Facebook to stay up to date! Maybe Memphis’ story will inspire you to adopt a special kitty in your own home town!