Meo, a kitten born in an animal shelter, had a tough start in life. Her early weeks were spent in a kennel, as resources were limited.
Tragically, she became the only survivor of her litter. When her health began to decline, a staff member reached out for help.
Megyn, president of the Critical Kitten Care Fund, sprang into action when contacted. “A vet tech noticed Meo was very wobbly, emaciated, and weak, and she was referred to me,” Megyn shared with Love Meow.
At just six weeks old, Meo weighed only 230 grams—about a third of the weight she should have had. Her future looked uncertain, but Megyn was determined to help her survive.
The shelter informed Megyn of Meo’s serious health issues. Her hind legs splayed out when she tried to move, and a vet confirmed that her unsteady movements were likely caused by malnourishment and weak muscles.
During her first week with Megyn, Meo spent hours snuggled up in a soft blanket, often falling asleep in her arms.
Meo struggled to feed herself due to cataracts, which impaired her vision. To help, Megyn guided the kitten to her food, teaching her how to eat. “Once she started eating well, she quickly began to recover,” Megyn said.
After Meo had her fill, she loved to nestle close to her foster mom for comfort. “In less than a week, she went from not being able to walk to running around.”
As Meo’s legs grew stronger, she became more active and curious about the world. She followed Megyn like a little duckling, her energy growing as she explored her new environment. “Once she gained enough muscle mass, she was running and playing just like any other kitten.”
Though her sight was limited, Meo relied on her excellent hearing to track the sounds of Megyn’s footsteps. After a day of play, she would curl up on Megyn’s lap, purring contentedly.
“She’s learned to navigate the world despite her vision challenges.”
In just one week, Meo transformed into a lively, energetic kitten. Despite her small size, she acted like a much older, more playful kitten.
“She’s been full of love from day one. Even when she was just 230 grams, she’d purr the moment I touched her, and she hadn’t stopped since. She loves playing with any toy, especially noisy ones.”
Once Meo was tired, she would curl up with anyone around her for a nap. “She’s been resilient through all her challenges—her drive to live and love is incredible.”
With proper food, physical therapy, and space to roam, Meo’s legs improved, and her playful personality truly began to shine. By eight weeks, she finally reached the one-pound mark, a huge milestone in her recovery.
“Meo’s final challenge was conquering the stairs. Her vision issues made it hard for her to judge depth, so going up the stairs was easier than coming down. After lots of practice, she’s now mastering it.”
Meo, now about four months old, continues to thrive. “She’s always been a baby at heart. I’m so grateful for how far she’s come—from being so weak to reaching a healthy weight. No matter how much she grows, I hope she’ll always be someone’s baby.”
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