While the 16-year-old rescue cat Charlie is quite capable of falling asleep on his own, he prefers a particular routine with his favorite person — Dad.
Fortunately, because he understands how important it is to Charlie, his dad is more than willing to support it.
Conor Coley, Charlie’s father, told The Dodo, “At the beginning of the year, I returned home after an extended period away due to work.” “He insisted on being spooned the first night after I got back.”
Since that evening, playing the role of the small spoon has become the senior tabby’s preferred activity during the day.
Because the bed is his dad’s particular area, Charlie has always enjoyed sleeping there. He wanted to be a part of it.
Every night at around 10, he enters Coley’s room, she alleged. He will try to go under the covers if I’m already in bed, but if I’m not, he will wait just where I sleep and meow until I get into bed.
Charlie was saved by Coley eight years ago, and she has since noted how content he is to lounge in the sun until it’s time to cuddle.
When I walk into the room, he begins to purr, according to Coley. With the exception of the rare walk to get water, he will typically spend the entire night. Most of the time, he will return right away and gently wake me up so I can let him back into the spoon.
Charlie, who is 16 years old, is aware of how to acquire the attention he desires.
Coley remarked, “If he needs your attention, he’ll meow the house down.”
But it’s all right. Coley enjoys their routine and connection.
Charlie has been both Coley’s partner and a pillar in her life. “He is always there when you need him, and when he comes in purring for a cuddle, it eases the struggle of a hard day.”
