Stray Old Feline Gets A Well-Deserved Makeover And He Looks More Dashing Than Ever
Even the most devoted animal lovers know that we can't always help all the stray cats, dogs, and other potential pets in the world. It is always disheartening to see stories of those who are still trying everything they can to make ends meet. However, it is also heartwarming to see that, even though we can't save all of them, there are still many people and organizations making every effort they can to save the ones they can reach.
Stray animals are already lonely and miserable. But it's even more tragic that most of them suffer from age-related issues and undetected health conditions that could lead to their demise if it weren't for the kind volunteers who save them from despair.
One challenge in saving stray, sickly, and aging animals, especially cats, is that there is a lower chance of adoption due to their conditions. Fortunately, most shelters and the compassionate people there seem to maintain high spirits, never giving up until these poor felines finally find a home where they can spend the rest of their lives.
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.”
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!”
Frisbee is now called Buffy. He is enjoying a wonderful life with Donna, alongside his sister, Baby.
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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