Burned cat finds love and a forever home with burn survivor

Pheonix the cat suffered unfortunate burn injuries, but she found a loving and understanding home thanks to her new mom. 

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Phoenix was 10 months old when she was found near the laundry room of an apartment complex. She was taken to the Dumb Friends League in Denver, Colorado for emergency help. They suspected that her injuries “may have been caused by hiding under a clothes dryer to stay warm.” 

Despite her pain and discomfort, Phoenix never stopped purring or seeking affection from all those who helped care for her.

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After two months of love and attention, she's recovered almost completely!

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Her new mom, Gloria, took her in and it was love at first sight. 

"When Gloria was 16 years old, she was involved in a household accident that left her face, neck and hands seriously burned. She was hospitalized for a month and still carries scars from the incident on her body. Gloria heard about Phoenix on the local news and instantly connected with her story, thinking to herself, 'We’re kindred spirits.' Although she had no intention of adopting another pet, her daughter called her and said, 'Mom, this is the cat for you.' Then a friend emailed her another news story about Phoenix and encouraged her to contact the Dumb Friends League. In Gloria’s words, 'When something is meant to be, the world gets real small.'"  

Gloria came to our shelter to visit Phoenix and said it was love at first sight. 

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Her story is a powerful reminder of the incredible resilience of animals, and how compassion and commitment saved the life of this precious kitten.

via love meow and Dumb Friends League