Both front limbs were badly injured; the right paw was mangled and encrusted with mud with the digits and pads all but displaced. The left leg’s fur was stripped away leaving the injured leg raw and bloody. I quickly gathered up the kitten in my arms and headed for home. Curiously the kitten began to purr as if to say “I need a friend and I need help, thank you”. Surely the loud purring was not a sign of contentment but instead a sign of great pain. I cleaned the kitten up as best I could and wrapped it in a warm towel and then headed for the Petco nearest my home at Westheimer and Wilcrest for guidance. Once there I spoke with a kitty rescuer/volunteer. She advised me to take the kitten to CAPS and so I did. A volunteer at CAPS stated impassively that the kitten would be euthanized. I left with the kitten and returned to Petco again desperate for help for this wee, damp soul. This time the volunteer directed me to the emergency clinic on Gaylord Drive and to my surprise arrived there a few minutes later to stay with me and provide support. After an initial exam, x-rays and testing the doctor recommended that the kitten see a specialist in orthopedic medicine.

Presently this seriously injured kitten is at the Stafford Oaks Veterinarian Hospital (telephone # 281-499-3538) in Stafford, Texas awaiting surgery. Dr. Michael Moore, DVM, is the attending physician. The medical costs for this kitten’s surgery and post surgical care will be significant. If you wish to participate and contribute to this worthy and heartfelt cause please send your donations to Stafford Oaks Veterinarian Hospital, attn Dr. Michael Moore, DVM, 927 Dulles Avenue, Stafford, Texas, 77477; include a note indicating that it is a donation for the medical scholarship fund set-up for Tiffany’s injured kitten christened Joey. Leonardo Da Vinci once said “The smallest feline is a masterpiece”. Joey is such a masterpiece. I graciously and humbly thank you for any financial support you are able to give