They took in a kitten who needed help and watched as other cats welcomed her in the most adorable way.
Pebbles and her friendsAlleyCatRescue
A kitten named Pebbles came to Alley Cat Rescue hoping for a chance at a better life. She was in bad shape, with a badly injured leg and could hardly walk.
Weighing just 1.4 pounds, Pebbles struggled to move but was determined to live. While they waited for surgery, volunteers kept her in a quiet, comfortable room and spent ample time reassuring her that she was loved.
Despite everything, Pebbles purred the moment she was touched and leaned into her groomer for head scratches.
She had a badly injured leg when she arrivedAlleyCatRescue
Due to limited mobility, volunteers spooned her to help her eat. She devoured it and loved every bite. The little fighter was full of spirit and had a hearty appetite.
They brought Pebbles to a veterinary clinic where life-saving surgery was performed. Her damaged leg was removed, giving her the best chance for life.
After all, she was determined to liveAlleyCatRescue
“The results were nothing short of extraordinary – just hours after surgery, Pebbles was up on three legs and already showing signs of recovery,” Alley Cat Rescue said.
Free from pain, she became more mobile and enjoyed relaxing in her cozy bed and kneading it with one front paw. As she healed, she adjusted to life as a tripod, regaining strength and moving around with playful energy.
After a life-saving operation to remove the damaged leg, she quickly returnedAlleyCatRescue
Pebbles recovered beautifully from the operation. Although her people showered her with attention, she longed for a constant friend to play and sleep with. They knew just the perfect cat family to introduce her to.
“She has been lonely during the healing process, so we introduced her to a foster cat, Saffron, and her little babies for company.”
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Saffron gave birth to a litter of kittens at the end of November. With five hungry mouths to feed, she was grateful for the kind people who took care of their needs. With “24/7 room service,” she could finally focus on caring for her young without worrying about their next meal.
The kittens opened their eyes and became more active and curious as they began to use their legs.
Saffron and her kittensAlleyCatRescue
The foster carer placed the cute stand with Saffron and her kittens, hoping they would accept her. The mother immediately greeted Pebbles with dirt and snuggles. She lovingly washed her face and welcomed her into the crew.
Overjoyed, Pebbles followed her new family everywhere, purring constantly and curiously watching their every move.
Saffron immediately took Pebbles in as her ownAlleyCatRescue
“Saffron treats her like her own. And Pebbles enjoys petting the crew. It’s such a joy to see the love between these beautiful souls.”
Pebbles takes his wobbly crew on mini-excursions and cuddles them during naps. While the smaller kittens learn to walk, Pebbles happily hops along next to them.
Pebbles follows his siblings and monitors each of their movementsAlleyCatRescue
The kittens adore their new big sister and love to have her in their nest. Pebbles melts into their gentle kneading and finds joy in watching them struggle by her side.
She doesn’t mind the rough ones who bask in their company.
They love to cuddle togetherAlleyCatRescue
“Pebbles has fully integrated into this litter of cutie pies. She adds her own adorable personality to a pile of unique personalities.”
They curl up in a pile when they sleepAlleyCatRescue
Being a tripod doesn’t slow her down. She thrives with her cat family, who have embraced her with open paws. She may have lost a limb, but she has been given a new life, a bright future and many siblings to grow up with.
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