82-year-old man offers house and entire inheritance to whoever accepts taking care of his cat
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82-year-old man offers house and entire inheritance to whoever accepts taking care of his cat

SAPO Notícias29 August 2026 at 14:00

The 82-year-old man, resident in China, decided to offer his entire inheritance, including the house where he lives and his savings, to a person willing to take care of his cat named Xianba after his death. The proposal arose because the elderly man has no close family members who can take responsibility for the pet.

The advertisement was shared on Chinese social media, where it quickly drew the attention of thousands of users. Many comments expressed surprise and tenderness regarding the situation, while others questioned whether the offer would be genuine or a strategy to gain attention.

The cat Xianba appears to be the man's only companion, which explains the importance he places on ensuring a safe future for the animal. The elderly man demonstrates a genuine concern for his pet's well-being, preferring to lose his belongings than risk the cat being left helpless.

This type of situation reflects a growing trend in China, where more and more elderly people without family find in their pets essential companionship, leading them to make extraordinary testamentary arrangements to ensure the care of their pets.

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