Noah, Former Stray Cat of 5 Years, Named Newsweek’s First ‘Pet of the Year’

Noah Moses, a ginger rescue cat, has been crowned Newsweek’s very first Pet of the Year. Expanding from their usual Pet of the Week, Newsweek opened up the vote to their readers who gave Noah the top spot.

Noah Secret Agent Cat Named Newsweeks First Pet of the Year
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Noah was up against some stiff competition, which you can see in the TikTok below.

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You clearly love your pets, and so do we at Newsweek. As we come to the end of the year, we are crowning Newsweek's Pet of the Year 2024—and we need your help. Revisit these pets' hilarious and remarkable videos and pictures, and cast your vote at the link in our bio

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Noah, a celebrity around his hometown of Encinitas, California, is known for his on-leash walks that delight anyone he meets along the way.

He’s even the star of his very own children’s book, Karma Cats to the Rescue, authored by his human Katheleen Kastner.

But receiving this honor didn’t happen overnight for Noah, who just celebrated his 11th birthday. He was a street cat for five whole years before being rescued by Rancho Coastal Humane Society.

He’s since been living the good life which includes chilling in his own custom catio with his rescue kitty roommates.

You can follow the 2024 Pet of the Year champ on Instagram at @noahsecretagent.

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