05/29/2026
๐จITโS $5 FRIDAY! GIZMO๐จ
Two weeks ago, a previous adopter reached out after finding a cute 10-week-old kitten crying outside at her apartment complex. He was friendly, alone, and clearly asking for help.
At first, he seemed okay. But about a week ago, he started making a high-pitched noise when he breathed. He wasnโt showing the usual signs of an upper respiratory infection, and otherwise he was acting pretty normal โ but something was not right.
This week, he went to our vet for an exam and X-rays. Thatโs when we found out his stomach was full of air! The air was pushing on his diaphragm, which is what was causing the strange breathing noise.
Right now, we are concerned he may have megaesophagus, so he is on a prescription-only diet and eating from a special raised bowl that makes him stand upright while he eats. We are still trying to figure out exactly what he will need long term, but we know he will be with us for a while and will need more vet visits as we monitor him.
This is one of those cases that reminds us why rescue is so unpredictable. A kitten may come in looking mostly okay, but we never truly know what medical issues are hiding underneath until we start digging.
For $5 Friday, weโre asking for help with his care and the many other kittens and cats depending on us right now. Every $5 donation helps cover exams, X-rays, prescription food, follow-up visits, and the unexpected medical needs that come with saying yes๐.
Thank you sooo much to everyone who
donates and supports our rescue work. We couldnโt do it without you!
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