Stories

A stray cat refused help until her rescuer found her kittens behind some bushes. Sparkle Cat Rescue Late last month, Amber of Amber’s Animal Advocacy spotted a hungry stray cat outside an apartment building in Burlington, North Carolina, scrounging for food. She reached out to Stephanie of Sparkle Cat Rescue and asked if they could

A cat who had the saddest face, found happiness when her dream came true. Cat Haven WA An 8-year-old cat was found on the streets early this year in Perth, West Australia. The tortoiseshell was then taken to a pound, in need of rescue. She was incredibly shy, cowering in a litter box, avoiding eye

An orphaned kitten and his brothers came to a rescue, in need of love. A sweet Husky took them under her wing. Mini Cat Town Kitten Rescue About two weeks ago, Mini Cat Town Kitten Rescue (in San Jose, California) received a request about a litter of 2-week-old kittens needing rescue. “They were brought into

A tiny kitten born with the cutest nose is thriving after she was rescued from an uncertain fate. Ashley Kelley @bruceandfoxfosters Early last month, Ashley Kelley, who volunteers for Wrenn Rescues, came across an urgent request about a kitten who needed bottle feedings. “A nice lady found a (newborn) kitten outside, by herself, cold and

An older dog took to a tiny stray kitten, and raised her into an adorable cat. @pollyandpax A family didn’t plan to bring home another cat, but a tiny kitten found her way through their door. Their 13-year-old resident dog Pax took her under his wing. Morgan found the kitten alone outside when she heard

A stray cat surprised many people when she barged into the Emergency Room of a hospital, carrying her kitten. Merve Özcan Merve Özcan from Istanbul, Turkey was at the Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Hospital for her father when she saw a community cat strutting into the emergency room, carrying a tiny kitten by the scruff. “My

A family planned to adopt a kitten but couldn’t leave her cat mother behind. Jan @kittygarden626 A couple of months ago, a cat and her only kitten were brought to the ASPCA in Los Angeles for a chance at a better life. Jan, a volunteer of the shelter, took them in so they could be

Two decades ago, a 9-year-old cat found a family from Wisconsin, and has been their most loyal companion since. Emmu Lah @retired_familiar The 29-year-old cat (lovingly named Margo Margopants) found her forever human 20 years ago when their family brought her home to foster. Emmu Lah who was 12 years old at the time, met

A calico was found outside without a mom. A Good Samaritan scooped her up and rushed to get her help. Haley Waugh @fosterpetsofsac Two weeks ago, Haley Waugh, a foster volunteer of Front Street Animal Shelter (in Sacramento, California), received a message about a tiny kitten who was found outside by a restaurant — she

A little pint-sized kitten fought hard to live after he was rejected by his mom. Beth Walden @the_kitten_guinness Two weeks ago, Beth Walden and her family were contacted about a tiny “runt” who was in urgent need of rescue. The 3-week-old kitten was just the size of a newborn and had been rejected by his

A cat was found covering her kittens in a backyard, trying to keep them safe. Little Wanderers NYC Earlier this month, Little Wanderers NYC, a rescue group in New York City, received an urgent request about a feral cat and her four kittens. “They were found in a dirty Bronx backyard. We try hard to

A couple came across a kitten living outside all alone. They came up with a plan to rescue and adopt her. Betty H. @fluffythepuppycat Betty H. and her husband noticed a stray wandering outside their house in late 2018. The little odd-eyed kitten was timid, dirty and very hungry. “We started leaving food and water

A tabby stray walked into an apartment to have kittens and found help for them just in time. Ashley Morrison @youngestoldcatlady About a month ago, Ashley Morrison, a rescuer based in Seattle, Washington was contacted about a stray cat who just had her kittens at a resident’s home. The community cat had been living outside

A neighborhood stray befriended a couple. She came back to their porch one day with a tiny plus one. Courtney @callmecourtnay Courtney and her boyfriend, Jake, came across a stray cat when they moved into their neighborhood. The friendly tabby began to follow them around whenever they were outside for a walk. She would hang

A little wobbly kitty is so happy to be loved she sings the cutest silent meows. Nikki Martinez @myfosterkittens Early this year, Nikki Martinez, a TNR rescuer and foster volunteer, went to pick up a kitten at the municipal shelter in Las Vegas. At the last minute, she was asked if she could also help

Two tuxedo brothers who were found in a storm, share an amazing bond. Jin’s Bottle Babies A few weeks ago, a resident from Central Phoenix, Arizona discovered a pair of abandoned kittens near a dumpster. They were so young that their eyes were still closed, and they would have to be bottle fed. Shelbi Uyehara,

A cat is so happy to be adopted that she shows her human appreciation by bringing her slippers every morning. @lulutheslippercat Lulu the cat was brought to a shelter in poor shape. She was covered in matted fur and had several health issues. After a year in shelter, the tabby cat found herself yearning for

A feline family of five was rescued from life on the street. They are all equipped with extra digits on their paws. The Runaways Animal Rescue A cat had been seen around a strip mall, near a busy highway for some time. Employees from a shop noticed that she was pregnant, and when they realized

A palm-sized kitten who was rescued from life on the street, has blossomed into quite the character. Erin and Chris @catasticalmeows Early this year, a pint-sized kitten was found on the street, hungry and alone. A local animal rescuer scooped him up and took him to Wrenn Rescues (in Los Angeles) in the nick of

An orphaned kitten was given a second chance at life. She was determined to thrive. Patricia Lika @fosterkittensvegas A tuxedo kitten was brought to a shelter in Las Vegas along with her feline brother. They were cold and barely responsive when they were found outside with no sight of a cat mom. At just 1-2

A couple thought they would foster a kitten until the right home came along, but the little calico had a different idea. Chatons Orphelins Montréal Marie and Stef from Montreal, Canada came across a post about kittens being given away, and rushed to rescue them. When they arrived, they only found a tiny calico by

A kitten with twisted legs came to her foster home for a chance at a better life. @chocolatebearcat Early April, a kitten with twisted front legs was brought to Friends for Life Rescue Network, a rescue group in Los Angeles. “She was born with contracted ligaments and tendons in both front wrists, causing her legs

A litter of three kittens were rescued from a plumbing shop just in time. Little Wanderers Little Wanderers, a cat rescue in New York, received an urgent plea from a plumbing shop in Bellerose, Queens. Three kittens (born to a feral cat) had been living in the basement, and were in desperate need of rescue.

A kitten was found alone in a backyard. She was born with a cleft nose and an amazing will to live. Ashley Kelley @bruceandfoxfosters Ashley Kelley, a foster volunteer of Wrenn Rescues (in Los Angeles), came across a Facebook post last Saturday night about a tiny kitten in need of rescue. “Someone had found a

A cat mom was so happy when she found help for her little mini-me. Jan @kittygarden626 Early last month, a tabby cat and her single kitten were brought to the ASPCA in Los Angeles. Jan, a volunteer of the shelter, was contacted about the mother and daughter duo, and immediately stepped up to help. “Sparrow

A kitten named Duck has only two hind legs, but she lets nothing stop her. @purrasicduck A tabby kitten was brought to an animal clinic in Florida a few months ago with a severe injury — she was found with her two front legs mangled. Despite an unthinkably rough start, the kitten was determined to

Two kittens were rescued from a shelter and found a canine buddy to lean on. Alley Cat Rescue Early this year, Alley Cat Rescue in Los Angeles was contacted about two shelter kittens in need of rescue. “They were quite sick but the sweetest little guys. James is the white and grey kitten and Jacobi

A kitten who was found on a porch all alone, discovered cuddles one day, and just kept wanting more. Jen Marder A resident from Los Angeles heard meowing coming from outside. It was on and off for a while. When she followed the sound of the cries, it eventually led her to a tiny ball

A stray cat wandered to the perfect home when he needed help. Chatons Orphelins Montréal Stephanie, an animal rescuer from Montreal, Canada, keeps a couple of cat shelters in her backyard for local strays every winter. Right before the cold weather hit the area, a neighborhood cat showed up and sauntered into her yard. He

A kitten with a rare condition found a family that she always wanted. Elise @porg_and_appa_the_glass_kitten Elise Hall, a veterinarian from Illinois, came across a special kitten named Appa through a support page for animals with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS), a genetic fragile skin condition. “We were members of the group due to our experience with