A Family Checked Their Security Camera and Found Their One-Eyed Cat Has a Daily Visitor

Some people hesitate when they meet an animal that looks different. Ace the cat knows it well. What his family found on their security camera showed that not everyone looks away.

Two Kittens Found in a Dumpster

Ace and his brother Ramsey were born to a stray cat and found as kittens in a dumpster. Both had special needs. Ace lost an eye to an infection, while Ramsey is partially blind. Norma Maikovich, a former U.S. Army veterinary technician, learned about the pair through her husband and adopted them both.

Ace sees perfectly well with his one eye, Norma says, and he has a fearless, adventurous streak. Together, the brothers “complete each other.”

A Cat People Sometimes Misjudge

Ace’s appearance can unsettle people who don’t know him. “He can sometimes seem scary, especially to children,” Norma told The Dodo, adding that people are often hesitant to greet him.

He loves spending his days in the family’s driveway, greeting anyone who stops by. So Norma set up a security camera to keep an eye on him. She also noticed Ace had become something of a local celebrity and wanted to find out why.

What the Camera Caught

When she watched the footage, she noticed that one boy was turning up almost every day. He would arrive on his bike, sit down near Ace and pet him, and Ace would rush to greet him. “It melted our hearts, not just seeing how much Ace loves this boy, but how familiar they were to each other,” Norma told Love Meow.

The boy had no idea he was being filmed. He was just there to see his friend.

A Standing Invitation

In case the boy felt he had to sneak onto the driveway, Norma made sure he knew he was welcome to visit Ace any time. “A friend of Ace’s is a friend of ours,” she said. The video of the pair went viral on social media, and viewers around the world have enjoyed watching it.

Thinking of Adopting a Special-Needs Cat?

Ace’s story inspires many people to open their homes to pets that others overlook. If you’re considering it, here’s what to plan for:

• Pet insurance. Compare cat insurance plans, and enroll early, since many policies exclude conditions that already exist.
• Vet costs. Special-needs cats may need extra check-ups, eye care or medication, so build a vet care budget.
• Outdoor safety. A catio, cat enclosure or GPS cat collar lets cats enjoy fresh air while staying safe.
• Home monitoring. A pet camera or home security camera helps you keep watch, as Norma did.
• Adoption support. Many shelters list special-needs pets and sometimes offer reduced adoption fees, so check with your local animal shelter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Ace have only one eye? He lost an eye to an infection after being rescued as a kitten.

Who is Ace’s brother? Ramsey, who is partially blind. Norma adopted both kittens together.

Did the boy know he was being filmed? No. The family found the footage on their security camera and saw he had been visiting almost daily.

Is the boy still allowed to visit? Yes. Norma told him he is welcome any time.

Sources: Love Meow, The Dodo, Tribuna de Jundiaí, and Wamiz, all covering the security camera footage of a neighborhood boy befriending Ace, the one-eyed cat, and his adoptive family.