A cat brought her kitten to a neighbor's yard. Once inside, she left her son in trusted hands.
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A black-and-white cat appeared outside a neighbor's home, but she wasn't alone. A tuxedo kitten followed behind her like a shadow.
No one knew where they had come from or how long they had been fending for themselves. Despite their circumstances, both were friendly and gentle, and it was clear they didn't belong outside. When The Stray Cat Club, a volunteer-run rescue, learned about the duo, they stepped in to help.
The devoted mother kept a watchful eye on her son, making sure he stayed out of trouble.
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The kitten shared his mother's sweet nature, but life on the streets had taken its toll. He was underweight and struggling with stomach issues.
Caring neighbors provided food and built a makeshift shelter so the pair would have a place to sleep at night. As time went on, it became clear they needed more support and a real chance at a better life.
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Thanks to the volunteers at The Stray Cat Club, the mother and son were brought to safety, finally leaving the streets behind. The mom, named Nettle, was understandably nervous at first, but it didn't take long for her to come out of her shell.
"She was initially hissy, but this settled quickly once she realized she was safe: a reminder of how often fear is mistaken for temperament," the rescue shared.
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Nettle's son, Pimento, received the medical care he urgently needed. He was treated for his upset stomach and had a tick removed. After everything he'd endured outdoors, he was thrilled to have a cozy bed to roll around in and a bottomless food bowl.
With her kitten safe and cared for, Nettle finally allowed herself to relax. She began exploring her surroundings, making herself right at home.
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The rescue was surprised to discover that Nettle was microchipped. Unfortunately, repeated attempts to reach the registered owner went unanswered. "She was also found miles away from the address linked to her chip, leaving more questions than answers about how she ended up here."
Whatever happened in the past, Nettle now seems content to have a roof over her head and a soft couch to call her own.
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As Pimento grew stronger and more independent, Nettle was ready to hang up the "mom" hat for good and reclaim her spot as the center of attention. She began distancing herself from her son, leaving him in the capable hands of the foster family and turning her focus to important cat business.
Once nursed back to health, Pimento's energy soared. With his bold personality, he turned into a total character.
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Pimento greets the world with endless curiosity, investigating every new sight, sound, and smell. He follows all the action, eager to see what everyone is up to. "His new daily routine now includes befriending the squirrel."
The squirrel seems just as intrigued by Pimento. The two even mirror each other's movements through the window.
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When Pimento discovered the home office, he decided it was time to "help." He hopped onto the desk, inspected the monitors, then plopped himself squarely on the keyboard. Turning to his human, he looked perfectly pleased with himself.
"Pimento is literally work. Employee of the month?"
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Today, Nettle and Pimento are thriving in foster care, healthy, happy, surrounded by love. Nettle is back to being herself and will never have to raise another litter. Pimento continues to charm everyone he meets with his vibrant personality, spreading joy and laughter wherever he goes.
Thanks to the kind neighbors and dedicated volunteers, Nettle and her son now have the bright future they always deserved.
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