82-year-old Chinese man leaves entire inheritance to his cat

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A senior Chinese citizen has become widely known for deciding to bequeath his fortune to his cherished feline companion. He aims to locate a trustworthy caregiver for the cat upon his passing.

This scenario strongly resembles the beloved Disney animated film ‘The Aristocats,’ and it’s quite evident why.

Mr. Long, aged 82, intends to bequeath all his worldly belongings to his cat, Xianba, whom he saved, together with her three kittens, during a downpour some years back.

Ever since his wife passed away, he’s been living independently without any kids. He and his pet, Xianba, are each other’s companions in this vast world. His primary concern is ensuring that Xianba enjoys a comfortable life even after he’s no longer here to provide care.

Elderly man’s request for cat caretaker goes viral

As a dedicated gamer, I’m sharing some exciting news: A Chinese media outlet, Guangdong Radio and Television, has reported that Long is prepared to part with his hard-earned savings and even his apartment, all in the hope of finding someone trustworthy to care for Xianba while he’s away.

I’ve been deeply moved by the heartrending tale of Long that’s been trending across Chinese social media platforms. It seems countless individuals are expressing their readiness to offer a loving home to this special feline, all in hope of inheriting his fortune.

In a similar vein, there are numerous individuals who wish to adopt Xianba out of sheer love and compassion, with one individual putting it this way: “I’d love to adopt the cat, and I don’t require any financial compensation.

Another person had similar thoughts, they mentioned. As for me, I don’t have someone reliable enough to take care of my cat. So, it seems the most suitable solution is to provide financial assistance to the adopter, ensuring that my cat isn’t a burden to them.

It’s been expressed that there may be legal repercussions for the prospective caretaker from Long’s family members. In simpler terms, while the elderly man might be inclined to transfer his assets, the individual receiving this offer could potentially encounter lawsuits by the relatives, who might argue they have a claim to inherit it.

Chinese citizens are allowed by law to donate their assets to “the nation, an organization, or a specific person,” according to the South China Morning Post, following the implementation of the country’s Civil Code in 2021.

So far, no specific guidelines on caring for Xianba have been released, and it’s said that Long is yet to find a suitable caretaker for his feline friend.

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2025-07-07 20:18