The Cattery Cat Shelter in Corpus Christi, Texas was recently gifted three tailless kittens from a generous person. The shelter staff found their appearance unique and decided to name them after rabbits from fictional stories, naming them Peter Rabbit, Thumper, and Cecily Parsley. Their lack of tails and big eyes and ears made the shelter’s social media manager, Katie Hattfield, think they resembled bunny rabbits.
A group of adorable kittens arrived at the shelter on April 3, 2018. However, upon checking, it was discovered that one of them named Cecily had a congenital ailment known as Manx syndrome. This condition is common among tailless cats and can result in spinal issues, leading to health complications such as partial paralysis or incontinence.
As per @princesscecilycc’s Instagram post, the vet diagnosed Cecily with both Manx syndrome and deformed hind legs that restrict her movements. Due to this condition, she has been given a forever home at The Cattery Cat Shelter.
Initially, Katie confesses that they didn’t have a complete understanding of the task they were undertaking. However, after seeking advice from a veterinarian, it was evident that the cat needed additional attention due to its disability. In spite of this, Katie and her team were enthusiastic about supplying everything needed for the cat’s health and welfare.
Cecily, a kitty who was saved by a shelter in Texas, had started to harm herself by gnawing on her hind legs, resulting in serious wounds that could lead to infection. The vet suggested amputating her hind legs because they were no longer functional. Despite being a kitten when the operation was performed, Cecily bounced back and recovered well. Her owner, Katie, recounted that it didn’t take long for Cecily to get used to living as a two-legged feline.
Cecily, who was brought to the shelter three years back, is doing great and currently living with more than 20 other felines in the Teen Room at The Cattery Cat Shelter. Several people assume that cats with special needs cannot lead happy and active lives, but Cecily is not an exception and is just like any other cat.