An animal shelter in Ohio threw a birthday party for a 19-year-old cat who was surrendered into their care — and he got adopted the next day. 

Cincinnati Animal CARE spoiled the birthday boy Sammy with a glittery cowboy hat that matched his collar and a cake on June 15, sharing photos of the bash on Facebook. 

‘Recently, the staff at Kitty City learned that today is senior Sammy’s 19th birthday! Naturally, we threw him a birthday party!’ the shelter captioned the heartwarming snapshots.  

Heartwarming celebration: Cincinnati Animal CARE celebrated Sammy the cat’s 19th birthday with a party on June 19 

One birthday snap show Sammy curled up in a staffer’s arms while decked out in his birthday hat and a blue gingham color. In another, the white cat is enjoying his many birthday treats. 

‘Happy birthday to this beautiful fella who would love a nice, quiet home to live out his golden years!’ the shelter wrote. ‘The only rule for adopting Sammy though? You have to throw him a 20th birthday party on 6/15/22!’

Cincinnati Animal CARE added in the comments that there was also singing on Sammy’s birthday, which many appreciated.  

More than 250 people commented on the post, with many wishing Sammy a happy birthday and praising the shelter for the work they do.