Did you also feel a little extra lonely this Valentine’s Day when you saw couples on Instagram Stories and at candlelight dinners? Well, here is something to make you feel a little more ‘single’. *smirks sadistically*
The internet has fallen for this adorable and purrrrfect love story! The heartwarming bond of a cat and a sheep is not just a twist out of a fairytale but a crowned glory! Yes, you read that right. This ‘unique’ pair has won the title of ‘Couple of the Year’ at a Ukranian Zoo and netizens are going “awww”! Their chemistry gave them the title after outshining some fiercely exotic competitors including tigers and lemurs. Don’t believe it? Read on!
The cat, Masazhik, and the lamb, Bagel, reside at the Feldman Ecopark in Ukraine’s Odessa Zoo. The duo has now gone viral on social media, thanks to their inseparable bond that has captivated not just the visitors and zookeepers but netizens too. Looking at the kind of companionship they share, the zoo decided to put their nomination for the ‘Couple of the Year’ contest this Valentine’s. And guess what? They won! To add to the romantic touch, the award ceremony was celebrated on Valentine’s Day by the ecopark.
Not just for fun, it was a legit competition. The Feldman Ecopark annually organizes the ‘Couple of the Year’ Contest to battle out the most unusual yet charming duo. It features animals from different backgrounds that compete for the coveted title. And this time, Masazhik and Bagel stood out purely for their wholesome friendship. They cleared the assigned checking all the boxes! The duo not just stood out for their grandeur but also proved that you don’t need dramatic love stories to become the best Valentine’s couple. If the bond is real, it shows.
Masazhik and Bagel had a tough competition though with several other animal pairs contesting with their special connections and stories. However, the cat-and-lamb duo won all the hearts and the title too! And, this win has taken over the Internet with netizens gushing over this ‘woolly’ romance. Users are comparing the pair with Tom & Jerry and Shrek & Donkey. The comment sections are full of love quotes with someone making it a benchmark of true love. “Find someone who looks at you the way this cat looks at the sheep,” they wrote.
The unexpected duo has proven that love knows no bounds and no species! They have melted hearts far beyond the borders of their zoo.
