Cat-astrophic Beginnings to Purr-fect End: Binx's 🌟 Tale
It's Donor Match December 2024, and we are fortunate to have anonymous donors pledging to match all donations to Stray Cat Blues Inc., dollar for dollar, up to $40,000 from now until December 31, 2024.
Binx's story is a heartwarming example of how rescue organizations can change the lives of animals facing grim futures in shelters.
Surrendered at just two years old, Binx was in rough shape while at ACCT Philadelphia—scared, depressed, and suffering from several health issues, including drooling, blood in his urine, an upper respiratory infection, and a bloody nose. With his health deteriorating, he was just one hour away from being euthanized.
Luckily, a compassionate foster from Stray Cat Blues saw an urgent plea to save him. Once out of the shelter environment and into his foster home, Binx made an incredible turnaround. His health improved almost immediately, and the symptoms that had plagued him—drooling, runny nose, and blood in his urine—disappeared. The vet confirmed that his prior issues were likely stress-related, exacerbated by the shelter environment.
In just six weeks, Binx's transformation was so remarkable that he was moved to a PetSmart adoption center. The very next day, Binx found his forever home with a couple who adopted him and his new friend, Jeremy, from the adjacent cage. Now, Binx and Jeremy are living a happy, healthy life, proving how crucial foster care and rescue organizations are in saving animals like Binx.
This story also highlights the unfortunate reality that many cats in shelters face a similar fate, often labeled as "unadoptable" due to stress-related behaviors, only to thrive once given the chance to heal in a loving home. Binx is truly one of the lucky ones, and his happy ending is a testament to the power of compassion and second chances.
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It's Donor Giving December, and we are fortunate to have anonymous donors pledging to match all donations to Stray Cat Blues Inc., dollar for dollar, up to $40,000 from now until December 31, 2024.
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