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Related: Culture Forums, Support ForumsMama Cat And Her Sick Kittens Adopted After She Carried Them To The Hospital For Help
By Sam Shearer
Parents know that when it comes to the health of their children, they will do anything and everything in their power to keep them safe and well. That bond isnt unique to humans, and we see evidence every day that the animal kingdom prizes family just as highly as we do!
One example showed up at a hospital in Izmir, Turkey and was quickly seen and shared online by thousands.
Amidst the hustle and bustle of the hospitals morning shift, a thin, bright orange stray cat was weaving her way through the white-tiled lobby. Carried gently in her mouth was a young kitten, almost a newborn.
He dangled above the ground as she made her way deeper into the hospital at a worried clip. Onlookers moved out of her way, and she was eventually scooped up by a staff member who recognized her. The hospital had been leaving food and water for the mother cat and other strays, as well as unhoused people.
That sign of friendly help must have made her comfortable enough to risk entering the imposing hospital building when her kittens started showing signs of sickness. In all, she brought three of her kits to the hospital, two with a bright orange coat that looked like hers, and another with dark patches and tiger-like markings.
They werent able to open their eyes, and seemed to be in pain. Momma cat watched anxiously from a padded box in the corner as doctors examined the kittens, called in for help from a veterinarians office, and finally administered a small amount of medicine.
She asked for help, meowing for a long time. We were shocked, one healthcare worker told the Daily Mail. Upon careful examination, we saw that the kittens were not able to open their eyes due to infection. We consulted with veterinarians and gave medicine as prescribed. When the kittens opened their eyes a short time later, we were thrilled!
Fortunately, the difficult decision of reaching out across species for the sake of her sick kittens paid off.
Turkey has gained praise for its protection of strays and culture of support for animal rights. They are respected and can lead unorthodox but largely safe lives on the streets thanks to the generosity of strangers and the countrys no kill, no capture laws.
Because of the follow-up care needed for these cats, they were transported to an animal hospital after receiving care.
This is the first time something like this has happened to us. We were emotional and delighted to see that they recovered well, added a nurse who helped. Fortunately, the good news doesnt stop there.
As word spread, local animal lovers began to reach out about adopting the mother and her kittens and, according to Ülke TV, The cats, which were first cared for by doctors and nurses, were adopted after they were treated at the veterinary office.
Thanks to the kindness of healthcare workers and one mother cats tenacious fight for her kids, this story has left everyone involved a little happier, healthier, and appreciative of the power of family.
Watch the full video of the kitten rescue below!
https://blog.theanimalrescuesite.greatergood.com/sick-kitten-hospital-turkey/
SWBTATTReg
(22,129 posts)and their compassion knows no boundaries/no limits.
Trueblue1968
(17,218 posts)montanacowboy
(6,089 posts)has a no kill, capture and the animals can live decent lives on the streets. Good for Mama and babies.
catbyte
(34,393 posts)or, I should say, former strays. They are all spayed, neutered, and have regular vet checkups.
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And then he did this:
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ironflange
(7,781 posts)Upthevibe
(8,051 posts)Wow...........
Skittles
(153,160 posts)these folk do their country proud
and that Mama cat - omfg
betsuni
(25,531 posts)Meowing. Someone in the waiting room let it in. Cat not feeling well and deciding to go to the doctor, I thought. Couple of weeks later I see the same cat outside the door but the clinic's closed. I get closer and see it has a dead bird in its mouth. Paying the bill, I thought.
electric_blue68
(14,903 posts)In this case it's the gesture that counts! 👍