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Meet
Thumper - Injured Cat Found with Leghold Trap
Caught on his Leg!!!
posted:
03/19/2008
Thumper is a
stray kitty cat found in Madison County, Kentucky with a Hunter's
INHUMANE Leghold Trap caught on his front
leg. This poor cat surely suffered greatly in pain
and agony for who knows how long before he was found and
brought to the attention of the Humane Society, A.L.L.
Thumper's
front leg bone was crushed beyond belief and all the
surrounding tissues were dead or dying. His leg had
to be amputated in order for the cat to survive without
further complications. Successful surgery was
performed on March 19, 2008 by Doctor Taylor at Barnes
Mill Animal Hospital.
Given the
lack of funding for such emergencies, we are seeking
donations of any amount to help with Thumper's expensive
vet bill. Surgery is estimated to be $375 and he
will have to be neutered and given other routine care, so
his total will be over $400 when all is said and
done. Thumper will be put up for adoption after he
heals and great care will be given to find this sweet and
affectionate cat a safe, indoor, permanent home.
If you have
a dollar to spare for a kitty in need with no owner,
donations can be sent directly to:
Barnes
Mill Animal Hospital
1321 Barnes Mill Road
Richmond, KY 40475
or to:
Humane
Society, A.L.L.
P.O. Box 2094
Richmond, KY 40476
***** Or you may send tax deductible
donations through paypal: *****
paypal@humanesocietyall.com
Please
clearly denote any intended donations for
"Thumper" the kitty.
Your
compassion and kindness are very much appreciated.
Thumper
Update!
posted:
03/28/2008
Thumper
continues to do well, with only some minor issues. We have
put him back on light pain medication as we think he might
be experiencing some random discomfort, maybe from nerve
endings. For the most part he rests a lot but does
have a very healthy appetite. This little guy went
through a very traumatic experience, so we give him all
the time he needs to heal and trust again.
Here are
some new pictures, post surgery, including one of the
ghastly trap that was found on his leg.
To date we have collected $178 in
generous, and most appreciated donations towards Thumper's
bill.
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