If you’re seeking a cat that truly has nine lives, look no further than Oscar.

The Produce Plus resident has survived several scares throughout its eight-year life, including a snake bite, car accident and a large haematoma.

You know what they say, though… what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger and even with a dodgy hip, Oscar happily parades around the store he’s lived in for his whole life.

Produce Plus, formerly known as Roth’s Produce, is a fitting location for Oscar as it’s got shelves to climb and customers to mingle with.

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“He loves a pat,” said Produce Plus employee Mitch Roth.

“Kids around here love him. He’s always looking for attention and even gives the occasional hi-five.”

Mitch has been at the store throughout all of Oscar’s life and still has a hard time describing his unique personality.

“He’s a curious cat but he’s also stubborn...very stubborn,” Mitch said.

“He loves the customers, he just doesn’t like the staff. He’s always looking for attention, just not from us.” 

The eight-year-old feline was initially recruited for its mouse hunting abilities but has grown into a vital business member.

“We always needed a mouser,” he said.

“Oscar was the survivor of three kittens and he’s been too lazy to run away.”

If you would like to feature your ‘shop pet’ get in touch with the Mudgee Guardian at 6372 1455 or email the editor at ben.palmer@fairfaxmedia.com.au.