53-year-old Neil Payne and his 43-year-old wife Lisa from North London were shocked when their 3-year-old cat Garfield disappeared on June 20, just 12 days after they found him a new home.

The Paynes, who already had adult children, decided to find Garfield a new family when their children moved out. They carefully selected the new owners, but unfortunately, Garfield did not get used to the new place.

On July 30, seven weeks after his disappearance, Neil, with joy unknown to him, found Garfield on the doorstep of his house. The cat, who had traveled 40 miles (64 kilometers) to return to his first owners, was exhausted but happy.

The man said that the cat looked at him and cried. At first, he had no idea it was Garfield. But Lisa, his wife, went to the door and called his name, and the cat jumped into her arms.

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Neil admitted that Garfield had never traveled such distances before. It was decided that the cat would stay with the Paynes - now they simply cannot give him to anyone, because Ryzhik has proven his devotion.

Garfield's story became a viral hit on social media, touching people all over the world. This incredible story of loyalty and the bond between humans and animals is a reminder that cats, like dogs, can be incredibly devoted to their owners.