No one thought this kitty tossed from a car could become a lap cat... but this is what love can do!

This poor cat had a rough start before being captured by rescuers. All it took was a little love for this cat to come around. 

COURTESY OF VOKRA - VANCOUVER ORPHAN KITTEN RESCUE ASSOCIATION

"On January 18, we received a call from a person reporting an abandoned cat near 23rd and Renfrew. The caller had witnessed a woman in a BMW toss a cat out onto the side of the road. Our Maria immediately headed out in an attempt to rescue the poor cat - traps were set, food was left behind and the area was monitored by a team of volunteers," VOKRA - Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue Association said.

"Volunteers went back to the site everyday looking," VOKRA told Love Meow. A week later, they spotted a cat up a tree in Renfrew Ravine Park.

They mobilized to rescue the frightened kitty.

COURTESY OF VOKRA - VANCOUVER ORPHAN KITTEN RESCUE ASSOCIATION

This ginger cat is estimated to be 4-5 years old. "He's clearly been outside for awhile as he's very dehydrated, dirty and full of fleas." 

Waiting for help.

COURTESY OF VOKRA - VANCOUVER ORPHAN KITTEN RESCUE ASSOCIATION

With help from Stan of Royal Wood Tree Care who climbed up 30 feet, the cat was rescued!

COURTESY OF VOKRA - VANCOUVER ORPHAN KITTEN RESCUE ASSOCIATION

When the frightened cat was first brought to the rescue center, he was very sick, dehydrated, and traumatized. They soon found him a foster home where he would get the help he needed to learn to trust humans again. 

COURTESY OF VOKRA - VANCOUVER ORPHAN KITTEN RESCUE ASSOCIATION

"We'll never know for sure if this is indeed the cat which was dumped (we strongly suspect he's the same cat), but regardless this handsome guy is now safe and sound.  He's been named Stanoakley and is getting lots of TLC..." VOKRA said.

COURTESY OF VOKRA - VANCOUVER ORPHAN KITTEN RESCUE ASSOCIATION

Jennie the foster worked hard with Stanoakley to gain his trust. He was still terrified of people (rightfully so) and hissed and growled a ton. 

But with a little love and patience, he started to come around.

"He loves baked chicken treats so there will probably be lots of those in his future!"

COURTESY OF VOKRA - VANCOUVER ORPHAN KITTEN RESCUE ASSOCIATION

"Stan enjoys sitting and sleeping on the window ledge and Jennie is spending all her free time sitting and reading in the den with him. She's also been signing to him but he remains unsure about this," VOKRA said.

COURTESY OF VOKRA - VANCOUVER ORPHAN KITTEN RESCUE ASSOCIATION

10 days after he arrived in his foster home, Stan meowed the most "happy meows" that night!

COURTESY OF VOKRA - VANCOUVER ORPHAN KITTEN RESCUE ASSOCIATION

"He recently made himself comfortable enough to take baths on the sofa and even came to sit next to his foster asking for pets. His purrs are loud and healthy!"

Stan is sharing his bed with his foster mom.

COURTESY OF VOKRA - VANCOUVER ORPHAN KITTEN RESCUE ASSOCIATION

"When the time is right, someone out there will be very lucky and privileged to provide this sweet boy with a forever home!"

COURTESY OF VOKRA - VANCOUVER ORPHAN KITTEN RESCUE ASSOCIATION

"Since Stan's been in foster care he's gone from a terrified, traumatized, hissy guy to this!  "Although he still scares easily, he's become the epitome of a lap cat. Special thanks to foster Jennie for all your love and care. It's clearly working!"

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