Our new family member.
Apr 22, 2017 09:26:55 #
A short story first. I lost my cat to renal failure five years ago. That saddened me to the point that I did not want to have another pet again.
This past Wednesday my wife was visiting past midday one of our neighbors when on her way back home she noticed a kitten walking erratically on the sidewalk. She picked her up and brought her home. She surprised me because she never wanted animals at home.
When I saw the kitten, perhaps three weeks old, I thought she will not survive. It was obvious she was tired, hungry, dehydrated and in desperate need for help. I put her in our backyard porch and fed her with milk while keeping a small container with water by her side. To my surprise she had the energy to drink some of the milk and water. She could not keep her balance, so weak she was. I guess her mother abandoned her when she was too young, perhaps at two weeks of age. Only God nows for how long she has been without care, water or food.
As I said, I did not expect her to survive but the following day she was still there. I went to the supermarket and bought her food for kittens which she devoured. She became more active and now she was walking and playing as a normal kitten is supposed to and only after 48 hours of her rescue. I heard she had a brother who apparently did not survive to thirst and starvation.
I will take her to the Vet soon in case she has parasites or other conditions that could affect her progress. I am posting one of the few pictures I snapped from her yesterday.
We have given her a name. She is Missy, the new member of our family.
This past Wednesday my wife was visiting past midday one of our neighbors when on her way back home she noticed a kitten walking erratically on the sidewalk. She picked her up and brought her home. She surprised me because she never wanted animals at home.
When I saw the kitten, perhaps three weeks old, I thought she will not survive. It was obvious she was tired, hungry, dehydrated and in desperate need for help. I put her in our backyard porch and fed her with milk while keeping a small container with water by her side. To my surprise she had the energy to drink some of the milk and water. She could not keep her balance, so weak she was. I guess her mother abandoned her when she was too young, perhaps at two weeks of age. Only God nows for how long she has been without care, water or food.
As I said, I did not expect her to survive but the following day she was still there. I went to the supermarket and bought her food for kittens which she devoured. She became more active and now she was walking and playing as a normal kitten is supposed to and only after 48 hours of her rescue. I heard she had a brother who apparently did not survive to thirst and starvation.
I will take her to the Vet soon in case she has parasites or other conditions that could affect her progress. I am posting one of the few pictures I snapped from her yesterday.
We have given her a name. She is Missy, the new member of our family.
Apr 22, 2017 09:32:40 #
Apr 22, 2017 09:37:42 #
Thank you for saving Missy! She is a little doll. All of our 3 dogs and 3 cats are rescues or the owners did not want any more.
BTW, excellent image you got of her!
Will
BTW, excellent image you got of her!
Will
Apr 22, 2017 09:44:16 #
Beautiful kitten, heartwarming story and very appealing image. You captured her well.
She will give you years of companionship.
She will give you years of companionship.
Apr 22, 2017 09:47:41 #
Missy is adorable an excellent capture. Thank you both for taking her home where she will be forever loved. 
Apr 22, 2017 09:57:17 #
camerapapi wrote:
A short story first. I lost my cat to renal failur... (show quote)
I'm so glad you added Missy to your family and that she is getting the care she needs.
Apr 22, 2017 10:05:13 #
Apr 22, 2017 10:07:32 #
How great what you and your wife have done for this cute little kitty!!
Apr 22, 2017 10:49:00 #
Thank you for taking it in.
I'll bet Missy is most grateful!
I'll bet Missy is most grateful!
Apr 22, 2017 11:00:56 #
Apr 22, 2017 12:52:40 #
Heartwarming, wonderful story. Absolutely adorable portrait. Thank you!!
Apr 22, 2017 17:01:28 #
Apr 22, 2017 18:00:29 #
Missy is a beautiful little tabby. She looks inquisitive. It is wonderful that your wife came along just in time and you were able to save her!
Apr 22, 2017 20:50:57 #
Nice story with a happy ending.
About a year ago our Maltese, Angel Bear, was killed by a hit and run. Long story short, we now have 2 Coton De Tulear puppies, a brother and sister. The little girls Official name is Angel Bear Too, but her everyday name is Missy.
About a year ago our Maltese, Angel Bear, was killed by a hit and run. Long story short, we now have 2 Coton De Tulear puppies, a brother and sister. The little girls Official name is Angel Bear Too, but her everyday name is Missy.
Apr 22, 2017 22:34:36 #
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