The Midnight Escape Artist

A crafty cat at Friends For Life Animal Shelter in Houston had staff scratching their heads every morning. Somehow, cats from the senior room were roaming freely throughout the building when workers arrived. This wasn't a one-time event - it happened night after night.

A Cat With a History

The culprit turned out to be Quilty, a cat born at the shelter who had been adopted as a kitten but later returned. Unlike many shelters that keep cats in individual kennels, Friends For Life houses them in large shared rooms where they can socialize. But Quilty had other ideas about where cats should be allowed to go.

Secret Skills Revealed

In his previous home, Quilty had learned a valuable skill - how to use door handles. But he kept this talent hidden from shelter staff. Each night, after all the humans left, Quilty would make his move. He would open the door to freedom, not just for himself but for all his roommates too.

Caught on Camera

Every morning, staff had to round up wandering cats and return them to their room. Eventually, they checked security footage and discovered Quilty was behind the great escapes. His secret was out!

The Lock Battle

Staff tried to outsmart Quilty with a makeshift lock on the door. However, their first attempt failed, and Quilty managed to free his friends again the next night. Only when they installed a proper child lock did they finally stop his escape plans.

From Troublemaker to Internet Star

Quilty's clever antics didn't go unnoticed. His story spread quickly on social media, turning him into an internet celebrity. People loved hearing about the rebellious cat who refused to stay put. This newfound fame brought in donations for the shelter and something even better for Quilty.

A Happy Ending

Thanks to his viral stardom, Quilty was quickly adopted into a new forever home. Once settled with his new family, he gave up his escape artist ways. Instead of plotting midnight breakouts, Quilty now enjoys belly rubs on the couch, perfectly content with his new living arrangements.

Quilty's story shows that sometimes a little mischief can lead to great things - both for shelters that need support and for animals waiting for their forever homes.