EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — An “extremely overweight” cat named Ty is hitting the gymnasium pool as a part of his distinctive weight reduction plan.
The Vanderburgh Humane Society first shared his journey on Facebook in February. That put up stated, “Meet Ty – This incredibly thicc boy is on an epic weight loss journey and needs your help!”
At the time of the primary put up, Ty clocked in at a whopping 30 lbs, leaving employees involved for the stress his weight had on his whole physique, particularly his again.
The humane society supplied an update in April, saying Ty was “well on his way to reaching his goal weight.”
At the start of April, the 30-lb cat is right down to 26.8 lbs because of water remedy on the Canine Aquatic Center. He’s gone twice per week since mid-February.
“He’s even swimming across the pool all by himself,” the put up continued.
Experts shared that this plan ought to assist him to shed pounds and be a bit more healthy. “He has a long road ahead, but we’re optimistic that this therapy will help,” the put up stated.
The February put up requested for donations for Ty and one other cat named Jacob, who’s affected by pelvic fractures.
The shelter already reached the unique aim of $1000.
Anyone considering donating to the Vanderburgh Humane Society to assist these cats can achieve this right here.