A kitten missing one paw is proving that nothing can slow her down as she charms everyone she meets.
Three kittens, all about five weeks old, urgently needed help after arriving at a shelter. Among them was a particularly small kitten missing a paw.
Caroline Grace, who founded Baby Kitten Rescue, stepped in to assist after hearing the shelter’s call for help. “We responded right away and agreed to take them,” she shared with Love Meow.
“Upon arrival, the kittens, named Rosemary, Lavender, and Basil, were severely dehydrated, malnourished, flea-ridden, and dealing with parasites.”
Rosie, alongside her siblings Lavender and Basil, was rescued, but she required special attention due to her condition as a tripod kitten.
Caroline and her team were particularly concerned about Rosie, who was noticeably frail and smaller in size.
“She was all skin and bones, her ribs and spine so prominent. At five weeks, she barely weighed as much as a typical two-week-old,” explained Caroline.
To help Rosie regain her strength, they provided immediate care, ensuring she was properly hydrated and on a feeding schedule.
Rosie was born with three complete legs and a small arm, equipped with joints but without causing her any pain.
“When I first held Rosie, I was struck by how tiny she was compared to her siblings, not to mention her lethargy and flea infestation,” shared Mia, Rosie’s foster mom, with Love Meow. “Yet, even at her weakest, she purred and sought affection.”
With the right environment, Rosie started gaining weight and strength. Soon, she was happily scampering around, making full use of her three paws to explore and play tirelessly.
According to Caroline, “We were amazed to see how seamlessly Rosie adapted to her missing limb. Mobility posed no challenge to her.”
Despite having three legs, Rosie moves around energetically, resembling a playful bunny. Her zestful spirit delights those around her.
Rosie loves being surrounded by people, always eager to meet new friends. She also enjoys the company of other cats.
Her foster mom, Mia, described Rosie as resilient, affectionate, and full of playfulness. “Her small arm never hinders her. She joyfully races around my house, loving every moment with my older cats and me,” she added.
Rosie has a vibrant personality and would gladly remain by Mia’s side all day if she could.
Though she initially arrived as a tiny kitten, Rosie has flourished, thriving on human attention and love. Her new family eagerly awaits her arrival, offering her a forever home just in time for the holidays.
Meanwhile, Rosie’s siblings, Basil and Lavender, have become an inseparable duo, ready to find their own forever home together.
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