Stray Old Feline Gets A Well-Deserved Makeover And He Looks More Dashing Than Ever
Some stray cats get lucky, and Frisbee was one of them. Found outside in rough shape, the older feline needed serious help before he could even think about a second chance.
The Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society stepped in, and what they found was a cat with heavy matting, missing teeth, and FIV. Even so, Frisbee was given the care he needed, and one look at his photos was enough to win over his future adopter.
Now known as Buffy, he is living a much softer life with his new family, and his makeover is hard to miss.
Fortunately for this particular fella, he was lucky enough to be given a second chance at care.
His name is Frisbee. The rescuers from the Lowell TNR Coalition found him matted and covered in dirt, a clear result of his long days living and wandering the streets aimlessly.
He was rescued, but even then, there was a long way for him to go to live as a normal cat. Fortunately, the Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society (MRFRS) in Salisbury, Massachusetts, took care of him.
“He was originally found outside, severely matted (the worst we have ever seen) and very hungry,” the shelter said about Frisbee.
“He was caught as part of a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program and was discovered to be friendly.”
Frisbee was about ten years old when he was discovered. Just by looking at him, you could tell that he had spent most of his recent days battling the difficulties of living on the streets.
After feeding Frisbee, they decided to shave off his matted fur and tangles. It took hours, but the end result was worth it.
However, this was not the only problem he faced.
“Half of his teeth were missing,” the MRFRS said.
“The remaining teeth were so far gone that they all had to be removed. He had a very stubborn stomatitis infection in his mouth, which requires lifelong medication.”
That rough start made his rescue even more meaningful.
It’s the same kind of rescue turnaround as an abandoned dog who lost part of his face before surgery.
Frisbee also tested positive for FIV—which explains why some shelters might have abandoned him. Fortunately, the MRFRS did not have the heart to do that to him.
Frisbee stayed with them for months to recover from his serious health issues, and during those months, he was pampered with the love and affection he desperately needed during his hard times.
Luckily, Frisbee was nursed back to a state where he was ready for adoption.
He then found someone who truly adored him!
“I knew I had to make the 1-1/2 hour drive up to Salisbury to visit him. It was love at first sight,” said his new fur mom, Donna Atkins, after seeing his photos on the internet.
“He is so content being a pampered house cat, and it is all because of you, MRFRS! I’ll be sending a donation in Buffy’s name, and I thank you for everything you do for those who cannot speak for themselves! You guys rock!”
Thanks to the love, passion, and efforts that the Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society and other rescue organizations worldwide put in, animals like Buffy are given a fresh start and a new loving home to live in, even with their old age and health conditions!
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