BOSTON (WGGB/Gray News) – Animal welfare officers in Massachusetts are searching for a particular home for a cat who has some bodily wants resulting from a extreme leg deformity, WGGB experiences.
MSPCA-Angell spokesperson Sara-Rose Brenner mentioned that Gumby, an 11-week-old kitten, got here into their care earlier this month from an overcrowded shelter in Texas in hopes of getting him therapy for muscular contractures in his again legs that restrict his joint mobility.
Despite his challenges, Dr. Rebecca Fellman, MSPCA-Angell’s lead clinician of group and shelter medication, mentioned that Gumby “still manages to get around – often on all fours” and may walk and use a litter field.
“We’ve never seen a cat quite like this,” mentioned Fellman in an announcement launched by MSPCA-Angell.
Specialists are working to find out methods to handle Gumby’s situation. He doesn’t have any sores presently, and so they consider that surgical procedure might not enhance his mobility considerably.
MSPCA-Angell is now searching for some particular adopters who will help accommodate Gumby’s wants as he at the moment is. He’s described as being candy, loving and playful. They did be aware that he can’t leap round or climb stairs and can want some assist getting round.
“He loves attention and can be a little mischievous. … He doesn’t let anything get him down,” mentioned Erin Morey, MSPCA Boston Adoption Center clinic coordinator in an announcement. “We would love for Gumby to find his happy home before the holidays.”
Those desirous about adopting Gumby ought to have a detailed relationship with a veterinarian. It’s believed that, long run, he might profit from bodily remedy or different types of help as a result of his mobility and wishes might change over time.
To inquire into adopting Gumby, fill out an internet kind.
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