{"id":42576,"date":"2024-11-20T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-20T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/catschef.com\/?p=42576"},"modified":"2024-11-19T09:11:24","modified_gmt":"2024-11-19T14:11:24","slug":"meet-hemlock-a-kitty-named-after-a-poisonous-plant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/catschef.com\/meet-hemlock-a-kitty-named-after-a-poisonous-plant\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet Hemlock: A Kitty Named After A Poisonous Plant"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:88.518518518519%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:88.703703703704%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:114.16666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Kitten with a mustache? Um, I&rsquo;d love to see that! Well, Hemlock has a special superpower: he can make you fall in love with his adorable face the moment you lay your eyes on it. Don&rsquo;t believe me? See for yourself! No one can resist that half-mustache, sharp suit combo he has going on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make a wild guess about the origin of his name. Yep, it&rsquo;s inspired by a poisonous plant. In fact, the whole litter is named after one! I wonder why&hellip;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our beautiful baby boy, kitten Hemlock, is just a smaller (but no less adorable) version of his brother Foxglove. Seriously, how cool are their names? I can&rsquo;t get over it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, let me tell you, Hemlock is a true gentleman. He&rsquo;s got a sharp suit and half of a mustache, as every cavalier does. And the white ear tufts? Please, how could we resist him and his out-of-this-world charm?! You simply can&rsquo;t help but fall in love with this special little purrer.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"956\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43155\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-640x567.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-768x680.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-960x850.jpg 960w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-150x133.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"956\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201080%20956'%3E%3Crect%20width='1080'%20height='956'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43155 eager-load\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-640x567.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-768x680.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-960x850.jpg 960w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-150x133.jpg 150w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: @<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/themarigoldkittencrew\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"6787\" target=\"_blank\">themarigoldkittencrew<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Sorry to pull on your heartstrings, but just imagine him looking at you with a sad look on his face, all teary-eyed&hellip; Why, you may ask? Well, this lovely furry baby boy is just one canister away from running out of formula. And, let me tell you, this fluff loves his food, and he couldn&rsquo;t be more scared!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His caregivers turned to their Instagram followers to ask for a donation. They reminded the lovely people who keep up with their work that donations are always appreciated but never expected, and that they shouldn&rsquo;t feel obligated. What a lovely group of people!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They appreciate the support of their followers just as much as they&rsquo;d appreciate their donations, and Hemlock does, too. The crew even shared an adorable photo of his RSF (resting sad face). God, it&rsquo;s impossible to resist his eyes. They make you want to give him the world!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s like a magic spell, an advantage that effortlessly tugs at heartstrings and gives him whatever his soul wishes. Those lopsided ears and innocent gaze could melt even the coldest hearts! And, his caregivers know exactly how to succumb to his enchanting charms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just imagine Hemlock in all his glory. Twitching whiskers, an adorable mustache that gives him a dash of sophistication, and his irresistible bubblegum-pink toe beans that are too precious for this world &ndash; this fluff has got it all.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"958\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3-640x568.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3-768x681.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3-960x852.jpg 960w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3-150x133.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"958\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43156 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3-640x568.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3-768x681.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3-960x852.jpg 960w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3-150x133.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-3.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: @<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/themarigoldkittencrew\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"6788\" target=\"_blank\">themarigoldkittencrew<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Naturally, the Instagram followers fell in love with Hemlock, and they&rsquo;re always patiently waiting for another photo of this little man. Luckily, the crew has a lot of photos to share about their <a data-lasso-id=\"5937\" href=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/tuxedo-ragdoll-cat\/\">tuxedo<\/a> buddy, as he&rsquo;s quite a big fan of cameras, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It doesn&rsquo;t take a lot to make this grateful fluff happy to be a part of his new foster family. They shared a photo of him acting like the happiest kitten in the world simply because they gave him a square of wrapping paper! He&rsquo;s sitting on it like it&rsquo;s his throne, looking like the cutest feline king ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&rsquo;re behind the screen following this adorable fluff or being blessed by his presence, it&rsquo;s clear that he&rsquo;s living a healthy life filled with love, joy, and endless snuggles. Although he has a &ldquo;resting sad face,&rdquo; his eyes shimmer with a delight that&rsquo;s hard to ignore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their account is an exclusive pass to the beautiful world of this tuxedo kitty. The people behind the profile encouraged their followers to use the hashtag #tuxie and share the photos of Hemlock and his fellow feline tuxedo friends. They&rsquo;ve built a beautiful community that spreads nothing but love and positivity.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1233\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-640x731.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-768x877.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-841x960.jpg 841w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-946x1080.jpg 946w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-1051x1200.jpg 1051w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-150x171.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1233\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43157 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-640x731.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-768x877.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-841x960.jpg 841w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-946x1080.jpg 946w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-1051x1200.jpg 1051w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2-150x171.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Meet-Hemlock-A-Kitty-Named-After-A-Poisonous-Plant-2.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: @<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/themarigoldkittencrew\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"6789\" target=\"_blank\">themarigoldkittencrew<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This special feline won the hearts of many, including a company that makes cat food. They decided to surprise Hemlock and his furry friends with a box full of kitten food, supplements, delicious treats, and some cool toys for them to play with!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The crew shared the photo of our adorable Hemlock surrounded by all his new goodies, his eyes sparkling with joy. Apparently, the kitten mouse they sent him has been a real lifesaver. It&rsquo;s easy to feed the sickest babies with it, and they actually love the taste!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The wonderful people from this company have made many furbabies happy, not just Hemlock, earning praise and love from the kitten crew&rsquo;s followers. Judging by these photos, it&rsquo;s clear that their feline friends are in safe hands, surrounded by love, and it fills my heart with joy just thinking about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next time you decide to get a feline friend, think about many foster kittens that are waiting to make your home their sanctuary. One thing&rsquo;s for sure &ndash; they&rsquo;ll show you gratitude, and affection like no one else, and you&rsquo;ll learn what true, unconditional love is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We truly hope Hemlock finds his forever home quickly, and that he&rsquo;s now a happy feline companion to a family that showers him with love and appreciation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kitten with a mustache? Um, I&rsquo;d love to see that! 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