03/04/2026
Meet Mrs. Alfie Meeps — or “Mam” ❤
At 14 years old {yes, 14!!!}, she's one of the eldest cats in our foster care and she’s one well-traveled lady with quite the tail to tell.
Originally adopted in Illinois in 2012, Mam came to Florida 🌞 with her adopter many years ago. Unfortunately, she was given to a friend when the adopter could no longer care for her. That friend later passed away from cancer. It was believed she was being cared for by the friend’s husband in Palm Harbor — but in early January, Mam was discovered all the way in Ybor!!
She came to us anemic, dehydrated, and covered in fleas, mites, and scabs.
Recent bloodwork showed signs of a possible endocrine disorder, and her urinalysis suggests possible kidney disease. On top of that, Mam also has grade 3 out of 4 dental disease! She struggles to eat hard food and is very particular about wet food. One thing she’s not picky about though? Carbs. Don’t leave bread sitting out — Mam will tear it apart! 🙀
After a 2nd opinion and review of her bloodwork, she's green lighted for the dental she desperately needs!
In the meantime, you can catch Mam at our upcoming adoption events fundraising for herself and advocating for senior pets. If you ask her, she’ll tell you she’s best in show. She loves soaking up attention and sitting up front to watch all the people — and doggies — walk by.
If you can help Mam with her medical and care, please consider making a donation toward her vet bills and prescription kidney diet, or check out our wish list for a few of her favorite things:
• Temptations Catnip Fever Pâté (we know it’s the cheap stuff, but the girl knows what she likes!)
• Churu Entrées
• Tiki Cat Tummy Topper — Wheatgrass flavor
• Freeze-dried cat grass (she eats catnip like treats… so why not?)
• Clumping litter — not glamorous, but Mam goes through quite a bit due to her kidney function
✨Donation methods and wishlists can be found at: https://www.rebelsrescue.com/info/donate
