Well, at least it’s better than hanging a horrible name on an animal you’re trying to get adopted! Hopefully Spike was much loved and knew it! :))
We did that once with an elderly female chihuahua. Named her Killer when she was the most timid, gentle dog you can imagine. Vet had a good laugh when he saw her shaking away in typical chihuahua manner, and had been expecting a young snippy male or so.
No one else has commented on this so I’ll say it...anyone noticed this kitten appears to be a Scottish Fold? They have TONS of personality! Maru is a Scottish Fold, albeit one whose ears didn’t actually properly fold.
I’d take this little darling home in a heartbeat. I’m thinking name her something cow themed...our last black and white was a tom named Moo.