BenBen, known as the saddest cat on the internet, was facing a bleak future in a shelter, likely ending in death. He had a disfigured ear, severe cuts, and a fractured back, possibly from an encounter with a larger animal. Shelter officials noted that he seemed to sense his fate; he wasn’t moving, eating, or drinking.
A compassionate vet clinic staff member decided to give BenBen a fresh start. Amazingly, within an hour of arriving at his new home, his personality changed completely. “As if to say thank you, he began purring, grinning, and climbing up for cuddles. I firmly think he understood he had at last found safety and his ultimate home.”
Defying the odds, BenBen started walking again despite doctors’ doubts. Soon, he was not only walking but also sprinting and jumping. Although he still needs painkillers, he is no longer the saddest cat but a truly content one.
We are grateful to the incredible individuals who saved BenBen!
