Larry the cat is like the British royal family and has great influence on the British Prime Minister. Larry is truly an icon! This white, tabby beauty has lived a long and glamorous life, mingling with some of the highest ranking government officials. How on earth did this happen? What sparked the friendship between the British Prime Minister and this adorable stray cat? We have all the details.
Who is Larry the cat?
Larry the cat was once just a stray London cat who didn’t pray. He was found in January 2007 and eventually adopted into Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. He never expected to live a life of luxury, but his life has reached a turning point.
Larry the cat has taken on an irreplaceable role as the chief mouse catcher for the Cabinet Office. He has lived in the Prime Minister’s Office at 10 Downing Street in London since 2011. Larry has been in the job for quite some time and has had no less than half a dozen Prime Ministers: David Cameron, Theresa May, Boris Johnson, Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak. , and Keir Starmer.
Larry the Cat’s duties
You may be wondering what Larry does in a day. Not only has he completely cleared the entire Downing Street of rats and other pests, he is also bringing great joy to the community and its people.
Larry is in charge of welcoming guests, utilizing all the furniture, and keeping the area safe from pesky pests. Interestingly, Larry remains a Downing Street civil servant and not a personal pet. In other words, no prime minister has the right to a rally.
rally efficiency
Larry was thought to be well suited to take care of potential rats and other critters in the building, but perhaps that is not his natural talent. Many observers would say that Larry lacks any killer instinct.
He is a rather reserved, laid-back cat who enjoys a lazy approach to life. At the ripe age of 17, he doesn’t particularly want to make a fuss by chasing a furry creature around. He enjoys a rather bougie lifestyle and prefers to spend time lazing around.
False reporting of poor health
Larry has been improving year by year, and in September 2023, rumors began to spread about this handsome cat’s health. But that simply wasn’t true.
solar Larry was reported to be very unwell and approaching Rainbow Bridge. However, Downing Street completely denied the allegations and stated that he was completely happy and healthy.
Larry has a gender preference.
Maybe it’s men’s deep voices, their overwhelming presence, or their transparent gazes that make Larry nervous, but one thing’s for sure: he’s a big fan of the male gender. That is not the case. Many speculators attribute this to abuse and neglect during Larry’s time on the streets.
Although he is still friendly towards men and accepts them into his living space, he is a bit hesitant and even fearful towards some men. However, there is one exception. When former US President Obama visited Downing Street, Larry immediately took a liking to him. President Obama seems to be very particular about animals.
conclusion
Yes, Larry the cat has been in contact with some pretty influential politicians. He is a lucky cat and has really made up for life on the streets. He has the right to live his life in a much better situation than he started with.
I am happy to report that my 17 year old cat Larry is still healthy and thriving. It’s amazing how some animals can escape unfavorable environments and live long, pampered lives.
Featured image credit: Larry the cat was sitting on the steps of Downing StreetParrot of Doom, Wikimedia Commons CC SA 4.0 International
