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World's Saddest Cat Was Set To Be Euthanized Until Something Changed

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by Sophia
24 Aug 2017

Prepare to meet the saddest-looking cat ever, Benben, the shelter cat who was deemed 'unadoptable.' He came to the shelter in terrible health; the vets said it looked as though a large animal had attacked Benben, leaving him with a cauliflower ear, deep cuts, and even a crushed spine. This poor little kitty was set to be on painkillers forever and was expected to never walk again.

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With all of those problems, no one expected Benben to live, let alone find a home.

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On top of all that, Benben has extra skin on his face that makes him look sad all the time, and nobody knows why it's there! Everyone thought this sad face was fitting for the poor stray, who had endured as best as he could. He was even temporarily adopted by a nice family, but unfortunately, they soon had to return him due to his constant medical needs. It was then that he was labeled 'unadoptable' and was scheduled for euthanasia.

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But an ER vet heard his story and came to the rescue! She just knew she had to save Benben and organized to adopt him just one day before what would have been his last.

Benben had given up trying to live; the shelter even told his adopter that he had stopped trying to eat and drink, but that did not stop her. She scooped him up and took him home to meet her other cats and give him the best life she could. And that's when everything changed! After just an hour at her house, Benben was not only purring and cuddling with her, but he was also up and walking around! He became a curious little cat who loves to explore and can now not only walk but also run and jump small distances.

Happy Whisker Wednesday everyone!! #whiskerwednesday I snuck into bed wiff my hoomans! Time to get up and feed me! #catoftheday #benben #benbencatcat #catlife #cats_of_instagram #catsofinstagram #rescuecat #catlove #catstagram #gingercat #timetogetup #spoiledlife #feedme

A post shared by BenBen (@benbencatcat) on Jul 26, 2017 at 2:08pm PDT

Benben knew this was his forever home and was determined to prove all the vets wrong about him! And even though he will always have his super sad face, it's totally adorable to look at, and his purrs and cuddles will always remind you how happy he really is now.

Did you say it's the weekend dad? I heard you say "weekend"! We also hit 70,000 followers this week and we can't thank you guys enough for your support!!!! #benbencatcat #weekend #weekendcat #catoftheday #catlife #cat #cats #cats_of_instagram #catsofinstagram #catstagram #instagramcats #instacat #catsoninstagram #gingercat #cutepetclub #cutecats #cute #70000

A post shared by BenBen (@benbencatcat) on Apr 28, 2017 at 10:05pm PDT

My mom put this new toy on my head! I'm not sure if this is how it's suppose to work haha one of my friends from NJ sent it!! Thank You!! #benbencatcat #catlife #catlover #cat #catstagram #catstagram #catoftheday #catsofinstagram #cats_of_instagram #playtime #rescuecat #goofingaround #sohappy #whatsonmyhead

A post shared by BenBen (@benbencatcat) on Apr 29, 2017 at 9:05pm PDT

Rescuing animals is one of the best things you can do in life. You're taking a sad, helpless animal and giving it a home filled with love. It's not usual for cats to be very large; most only weigh a couple of pounds at best. But these cats are absolute beasts. Don't mess with them!

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