09/05/2026
In memory of Juniper 🤍
Juni was just three weeks old when she came into our care earlier this week after a Good Samaritan took in a momma cat who had given birth to three kittens outdoors, in a firepit. From the very beginning, we knew Juni was going to need a little extra help. She was about half the weight of her siblings, but what she lacked in size, she made up for in personality. She was a tiny black and white mini-me of her momma, and she was a fighter. Juni was always ready to greet her fosters when they walked through the door, and despite being so incredibly tiny, she had so much spirit.
Her fosters, Molly and John, fought right alongside her. They bottle fed her, monitored her weight, tracked every feeding, and watched her closely around the clock. With the help of Rhode Island Kitten Kits, we were able to get the supplies she needed to give her the best chance possible. When something didn't seem right, Molly and John brought her to OSVS and did everything they could to figure out what was happening. Unfortunately, despite all of their efforts, Juni continued to decline and was showing signs that she was failing to thrive.
This morning, with so much thought, compassion, and love, Molly and John made the heartbreaking decision to let Juni go peacefully. They laid her to rest beneath a beautiful rose bush in their yard, where she will forever have a place to be remembered.
In rescue, not every story has a happy ending. Sometimes, despite everything we do, a tiny body simply isn't strong enough to keep fighting. But Juni was never alone in her fight. She was surrounded by people who loved her, fought for her, and gave her every chance they possibly could.
We are so incredibly grateful to Molly and John for giving Juni that chance. They gave her warmth, comfort, love, and a safe place to call home. They are continuing to care for Juni's mom and siblings with that same love and dedication.
Juni's life was far too short, but it was filled with love. She was a tiny little fighter who made an enormous impression in the short time she was here. She mattered. She was loved. And she will never be forgotten.
Rest peacefully, sweet Juni. 🤍
