Formerly Feral Cat Touches Foster Mom's Heart with a Tender Paw Hold
Thirteen cats were left to fend for themselves in the freezing conditions of -40 degrees when their elderly owner had to move into a care home. Fortunately, a local person reached out to SOS Prairie Rescue, and they managed to save all the cats, including a big ginger kitty named Eeyore. However, Marcia, one of the rescuers, realized that Eeyore needed special attention and took him in as a foster.
At first, Eeyore seemed to be a difficult cat to handle, hiding in his little hut every time Marcia came around to feed or check on him. Whenever she tried to approach him, he would hiss and swat at her with his claws. Marcia refused to give up on Eeyore and spent time just hanging out in the garage to make him more comfortable with her presence. She also wore a pair or two of thick gloves and left her hand close to him, showing him that she was there for him and would not hurt him.
One day, while watching a video she had taken of Eeyore, Marcia noticed that his teeth were completely rotted. It was then that she realized how much pain Eeyore was in. Marcia raised some money to get Eeyore the dental work he needed, and when he came back from surgery, he was more relaxed and appeared to be in less pain. He looked at Marcia as if to say, “I am finally okay.”
But the real miracle happened soon after Eeyore’s surgery. He started to reach out his paw and put it on Marcia’s arm, as if he was holding her hand. It was an incredible moment and made all the hard work and dedication worth it. Unfortunately, Marcia was unable to adopt Eeyore herself, but she was determined to find him a suitable forever home where he could live freely.
The story of Eeyore the cat is a reminder that every animal deserves love, care, and attention, especially when they are in need. Marcia’s patience and persistence paid off in the end, and Eeyore’s life was changed for the better. It is a testament to the power of kindness and compassion towards animals, even in the face of challenging circumstances.
