LilBits

Meet Lily

The cat behind the app

Samantha holding Lily in the sunlight

Samantha & Lily: a forced family photo

Her Story

She was originally named Lil because she was exactly that. A little bit of chaos. A little bit of sweetness. A little bit of attitude. A whole lot of love in a tiny gray & white package.

Lily was diagnosed with HCM & an enlarged heart at just four & a half years old. We knew our time was limited, but knowing doesn't make it easier. I would have done anything for more time with her. When she passed, the house got quieter in a way that's hard to describe. The kind of quiet that makes you realize how much space a seven-pound cat actually fills.

Why I Built This

I'm a product manager by day & a cat person by nature. After Lily passed, I wanted something more than a photo album. I wanted a little piece of her that could still hang out with me, still be nearby, still feel present. Not a replacement: a keepsake.

Pets are chosen family. They don't ask for much & they give you everything. LilBits is my way of giving a little bit of that back.

Lily investigating a tiny birthday party hat on the kitchen table Lily peeking out of a cozy cat bed in purple ambient lighting Lily sitting regally on a record player with vinyl records behind her Lily mid-yawn in a basket, full personality on display

Birthday inspector. Cozy queen. Vinyl enthusiast. Professional screamer.

Give Back

If Lily's story made you feel something, consider turning that into action. These organizations do incredible work rescuing, rehabilitating, & rehoming pets who need a family as much as you need them.

ASPCA

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals works nationwide to rescue animals from abuse, pass humane laws, & share resources for pet parents.

aspca.org →

Best Friends Animal Society

On a mission to make the entire country no-kill by 2025. They run the nation's largest sanctuary & partner with shelters everywhere.

bestfriends.org →

Petfinder

Search adoptable pets near you. Every pet on Petfinder is from a shelter or rescue. Your next little bit might be waiting.

petfinder.com →

Local Rescues

The best way to help is often the closest. Search for rescues & shelters in your area. Foster, adopt, volunteer, or donate. Every little bit helps.

find a local rescue →

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