Cat allegedly thrown from balcony recovering in Wisconsin

Witnesses say it appeared the tiny cat was tossed from 12 stories up. Now an animal sanctuary is nursing the cat named Rue back to health.
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[@SuperEdge67]

The person that did that needs jail time.

[@TheMountainbobcat]

as well as pay for the hospital bills.

[@NosebergEatzbugsVonShekelstein]

I hear that 1 out of 3 members of the group that did this has some kind of history in the correctional system.

[@DevotedDisciple-x]

No. Pine box.

[@barry6768]

Won’t happen if they are members of the 13% gang

[@yasminhabibti721]

It's a felony in WI.

[@lichiehrb]

When will we hold animal abusers properly accountable!!!?

[@Penny-mk7fv]

That lady knows who it was too and seems to not be reporting the person

[@FarginhoodMcBastage]

@@Penny-mk7fvwhich lady? The one that said she saw it fall from the 11th or 12th floor? If so, that woman doesn't even know which floor, let alone which apartment or person. And there was no one else in the video.

[@sersastark]

its a federal crime, 5 years per charge, but the criminal has to be found and charged.

[@Bethune98]

Animalabuse today, human abuse tomorrow

[@rachelstrahan2486]

👍

[@cynthiahicks1909]

Isn't it a felony for animal abusers??? Jail time and lifetime ban. WTF is wrong with people?

[@roystonmason9125]

@@bojohannesen4352 SO ARE YOU ! GOMEZ

[@bojohannesen4352]

@@roystonmason9125 nope. I'm a human.

[@roystonmason9125]

@@bojohannesen4352 even more worthless

[@NaeniaNightingale]

@@bojohannesen4352 you are an animal too, Einstein xD

[@NoahBodze-pm9ok]

@@bojohannesen4352 You’re more feral than that car, stupid subspecies.

[@ElsjeMassyn]

Cruelty to animals is demonic. You have to be spawned by Satan to do such acts of violence to an innocent animal. Luckily for this beautiful feline, she was rescued just in time. Thanks so much for helping her You people are true heroes.

[@HAL-9000x]

Glad to donate to these fantastic people.

[@blueberrypitbull87]

Your imaginary friends are not real...

[@bojohannesen4352]

Keep your superstition to yourself. I mean, I enjoy fantasy too, but I don't bring orcs and goblins into other discussions.

[@Her.Serene.Feline.Cuteness.]

I believe you have more perception and insight than the average person could understand. I agree with you and I know exactly how you feel about the evi1 and ug1iness that walks this earth.

[@bojohannesen4352]

@@Her.Serene.Feline.Cuteness. We can't say "evil" anymore?

[@Jushwa]

Not even joking, someone needs to go to that apartment and interview the residents on the 12th floor to find who owned this cat. This is disgusting. Animal abusers NEED to be held accountable for their actions, absolutely despicable behavior.

[@user-lt1jd1ye3v]

True

[@lanag9318]

jushwa Amen .You are so right ,as I agree with you completely on all of this honey, as my feelings are the same as yours,as you spoke my heart and thoughts beautifully 💞💕🌸🌷💕♥️💝🌺💖💖💖💖💖🧬🌹 2:17

[@Anonymous-cn6zl]

These abusers need to learn some lessons...the hard way

[@TheMountainbobcat]

flying lessons sound about right?

[@fwabble]

This.

[@u13erfitz]

Free helicopter rides.

[@user-em1pi4sl2b]

It starts with not supporting animal abuse yourself. Stop paying for animal products.

[@fictionindianspaceprogram-222]

Humans have evolved to eat meat. ​@@user-em1pi4sl2b

[@raizahasmath5580]

Who were her owners?! Shouldn't they be held responsible for Roo's fate???

[@veramae4098]

No doubt the police think is too minor a crime to investigate.

[@unclesmrgol]

Perhaps the charity caring for her will sue the owners to recover their costs.

[@raizahasmath5580]

@@unclesmrgol As they should

[@bonjovirocks24]

Because this woke “news” station won’t name names or show the faces of VIOLENT CRIMINALS WHO COMMIT FELONIES!!! Animal cruelty is a FELONY!!!!

[@NosebergEatzbugsVonShekelstein]

Can't get blood out of a turnip... this was done by ghetto people.

[@suki757]

No arrests made? How about the people who live in that apartment??

[@blueorangeblossom]

There needs to be an investigation, I know they could find out who did it

[@vincentruvo6988]

That poor cat.😭

[@TheMountainbobcat]

people know who owned the cat, its just the building is a criminals housing development, and no one will snitch on the other, until one of thier own kids go missing.

[@HPFan4Life81]

@@TheMountainbobcat Nice, assume there all criminals cause it low-income housing

[@lynndavis5349]

​@@HPFan4Life81That's the reality child.

[@GregBirkin]

THE POOR CRIES FROM THE CAT!! 😭💔 Hearing the poor baby cry crushed my heart, I’m so sorry Rue. Monsters are among us and we need to seriously start showing compassion people!!

[@ThemMightyPies]

Get your hand off it you big flog!

[@TheOProilasyt]

No monsters are minecraft

[@animaljustice7774]

@@TheOProilasytshut your a$$. Because that’s where you’re talking from. What the hell are you doing on this thread anyway?

[@taraelizabethdensley9475]

Aww! Poor kitty, whoever did that needs jail, and a lifetime ban from having animals

[@nooneinparticular1685]

*prison. They need prison time. Somewhere with not a lot of cameras preferably.

[@yasminhabibti721]

@@nooneinparticular1685 YEP!

[@damidnightgolfer]

and their gun rights taken away.

[@Graboid104]

​@@nooneinparticular1685whats the difference between jail and prison? Don't they do the exact same thing as one another?

[@Thatwas..something]

@@Graboid104Not really, it’s mostly the length of stay. One year is jail. 1+ years (think 2 years or maybe 10, possibly 50) depending on state and county. My source was google but that’s the gist of it

[@bear1776.]

So sick of seeing this . Need long prison sentences

[@omerhadi]

we need names.

[@tinizombie]

@@omerhadi i'm sure they can investigate who lives on that 11 or 12th floor where the witness saw little Rue fall from!!

[@Trund27]

Bless the neighbours for calling to save her. Bless the rescue people for helping her. And curse the person who did this.

[@rebeccacrawford912]

Need to tell our state representative that we want a tougher animal cruelty law. Minimum 5 years and the people's picture and name and the crime on a animal abuse registry

[@thystaff742]

Government involvement is what created this situation in the first place.

[@absbabs6153]

​@@thystaff742huh do explain

[@NadiaSeesIt]

@thystaff742 Explain

[@thystaff742]

@NadiaSeesIt The apartment complex is section 8 housing. Which brings drugs and criminals into the mix. The welfare system creates and harbors this type of environment, which lead to the attempted killing of this cat. This is why welfare needs to be reformed and only given to those with mental/physical disabilities preventing them from working.

[@Rezplz]

@@thystaff742 Trump made animal cruelty a federal offense and you suffer from TDS

[@sandrarogers1954]

Why would anyone be that cruelty to her the former owners should be put in prison and have to pay the vet bills and a big fine

[@animaljustice7774]

The black woman said she saw the cat thrown from the balcony so she knows which balcony which means she knows which apartment. She has to tell the police, she can be anonymous.

[@ifallthingsmatter]

These evil people who threw her need to be charged for murder. Poor kitty.

[@detectivefiction3701]

Attempted murder, you mean.

[@lisajahn6839]

People who do this to animals are also abusing people. Is this cat getting adequate pain medication? 😮

[@DarkDraega]

@lisajahn6839 She clearly was getting proper medical care. Over $10k in surgeries isn't going to send you home without any pain relieving medications on deck.

[@animaljustice7774]

@@DarkDraega she’s asking a legitimate question. Yes it’s important. The cat is given pain medication.

[@anglophils645]

Most states have five year prison sentences for felony animal abuse. A Florida judge just enforced it, over cruelty to a dog. All judges everywhere need to enforce tough penalties!

[@hollowvalkyrie1161]

that’s literally nothing though

[@Ioveraa]

@@hollowvalkyrie1161at least it’s better than nothing. i agree w what you said though

[@coco-mauaqua]

Amen 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@animaljustice7774]

Finally, the smartest answer I’ve seen on this thread. Thank you, yes, you are correct, I investigated animal cruelty cases for 11 years and learned a lot. It depends on the state, I would have to agree with you, most states have up to five years prison time and it’s a felony, but sadly in some states it’s a misdemeanor. In My Home state it’s up to seven years plus a fine.

[@420Meatwad]

So sad. Humanity sucks. Thanks for saving her.

[@DrSweat]

You can actually say something that stupid after seeing the people who are helping this cat?

[@gottalovegabe1176]

@@DrSweat I totally agree with the OP! We are the only species on earth who intentionally inflict pain on other species. We are destroying the planet with no regard for any other living beings on the planet.

[@pawwalker3492]

@@DrSweat @DrSweat I was like this woman Heidi until I got shelter burnout. A large portion of humanity is at least on the edge of inhumanity, and seeing it every day can take a toll. Instead of seeing the negative in the comment, maybe 420Meatwad's seen enough to feel this. Things animal rescuers see can make the hardest hearts break. Volunteer in a shelter/POUND, And then judge. I thank Goodness EVERY DAY for any person involved with animal rescue. I still volunteer offsite.

[@420Meatwad]

@@DrSweat Yes. I thanked them but in general humanity has failed these animals.

[@yousuffarhatkhan6470]

The term; "Humanity sucks" is quite far-fetched in my opinion considering that it was in fact, humans who came for this feline's aid.

[@GLING17]

Poor thing. Breaks my heart that people can be so hateful and cruel to an innocent animal. 😞

[@hyaaclea6008]

We need serious laws against this type of Abuse /Animals deserve protection and the abuser needs 20 years

[@user-em1pi4sl2b]

Unfortunately most Americans suppport animal abuse every day and willingly pay for it. Ironically, these are the same people who SAY they're against aniaml abuse. You can't be against animal abuse and also pay for it.

[@animaljustice7774]

Actually, laws are in place with each state, but each state varies, some states have very strong animal cruelty laws like Massachusetts and Texas. And some states don’t. You have to write to your state senators and Congress members asking for stronger animal cruelty, laws, and longer jail sentences.

[@animaljustice7774]

@@user-em1pi4sl2b oh shut the hell up! What you said makes no sense and it’s completely in error!! Millions of people are against animal abuse! Take the bong out of your mouth

[@AmusedChild]

Absolutely I'm going to donate! Poor, brave Rue.

[@raffydp1558]

❤best comment i've rear so far..at the end of all this,the way to help Roo right now is to donate for the vet bills and this amazing rescue center that saved her life and will continue provide for her for as long has she needs (I hope this media exposure will get her to a forever loving home)..THANK YOU!❤ I have just donated for another animal rescue that desperately needed help for their vet bills (GWARP,they have a channel here on KZbin..but I warn you,what they have to put up with will make Roo's story look like a fairytale..🫣😢),but as soon as i get my paycheck i will send a gift for Roo..❤❤

[@daisyandlani4481]

Ty ty

[@paigeturner7788]

That poor kitty. It’s so depressing when someone harms an animal. I hope that sweet cat makes a full recovery. God bless the shelter and people involved that saved her! 🫶🏻

[@Mommy_bear_]

Thank you for saving her life ❤ God bless you ❤

[@ThatMimiThing]

This made me cry…. I hate whoever did this! May the worst happen to them! I’m so glad the kitty is okay though! 🥺❤️

[@djr6876]

They say “quite possibly thrown” ,so not sure if fell or thrown. If the trajectory was out ,away from the building then down, that would definitely be thrown. Nobody reported a lost cat ,so that’s suspect.

[@johncronin9540]

I was wondering the same thing, because cats do sometimes perch in precarious places. I don’t own a cat, nor do I have a balcony, but I wouldn’t be allowing a cat out on a balcony like that for precisely the reason I mentioned above. Cats do like to perch, often in precarious positions, though not usually twelve feet above the ground. Less likely, but certainly plausible is that a predatory bird got a hold of her, and then released her, though she probably would have had wounds to confirm that. I have a friend whose cat escaped an attack from a predator, and was wounded.

[@Sleipnirseight]

​@@johncronin9540Some cats will also jump from far too high up. Idk about 12 stories though. And she is far too large a cat for any bird of prey in the US. They may be saying she was "possibly" thrown due to legal reasons. The person hasn't been caught and charged yet, or that person is a minor.

[@alexisn97]

@@Sleipnirseight legal reasons?? 🤨

[@Beth-zg6gb]

Humans can be the best, humans can be the worst; our choice. Please choose the right one. Blessings to all of those who are helping to heal this precious kitty! Rescue and adopt! 🐾🐾💕

[@BrickCityBella]

Poor fur baby 😢 I hope she makes a full recovery. It was sweet to hear her purr ❤❤

[@thaloblue]

Someone did something similar in New York but the cops were literally standing a few feet away and observed the crime. One of the responding officers was openly weeping as she rushed the cat to the vet.

[@coco-mauaqua]

They seeped but didn’t act in the moment of this happening??

[@jennyo7218]

people are truly so awful...i hope people take care of Rue now. shes such a sweet kitty, animals dont deserve such cruelty.

[@thenightporter]

I have donated to Home for Life for 20 years and am so grateful my donations help in situations like this.

[@SherylHashimoto-iq1kt]

Awful! Animal cruelty needs to stop! Karma😳😵‍💫 🙏🐱❤️

[@SherylHashimoto-iq1kt]

Rue🙏❤️🐱

[@zagonzal]

What sack of garbage would do that to a cat.

[@janetmiller2980]

I'm sad for this kitty and sick of cruel specimens of humans. 😢

[@rempseaheinamies9414]

Poor thing. Blessed act to save her.

[@nadineerickson-lo3gx]

This is criminal. Breaks my heart.

[@tracyjacoby2382]

😭😭😭 I am damned angry!! Those horrible people need to be arrested for Animal cruelty! Thank you to ALL who saved this beautiful Cat who totally deserves a loving forever home!🥺💕💕

[@francesrose18]

Poor baby!!! 😢😿 So grateful she's w a sanctuary that care about her! God bless everyone that stepped up!! 🥰🙏🧡 I hope that this is investigated and the person(s) are held accountable!! So heartbreaking how cruel and heartless some people are!! 🤬🙀😿

[@divinelove4604]

Im so glad they saved Rue life. She is so sweet.

[@maristella287]

She is an angel. She is an angel!

[@traceebrown442]

SHAMEFUL!!!

[@saraoconnor6169]

I will never understand how anybody can be so cruel. Thank God for good people.

[@Rman-v6s]

This is disturbing at so many levels. Anyone capable of doing this to any animal is going to be judged if not this life, surely the next.. Heal quickly, Rue.

[@KarenGua07]

This is horrible I hope no one would ever do that and she just fell but I hope she stays strong🩷

[@dangercat9188]

Sometimes, i hate humanity. Why would anyone do this to a cute little cat? I hate abuse. Jail time for whoever did that!

[@robertfrye3301]

That would be racist.

[@VoVina111]

Why blame humanity for the actions of one? Humanity also took her in and rescued her and helped her recover

[@dangercat9188]

@VoVina111 that's true but it's just easier to see the negative I guess. And that's why I said sometimes because I know not all humans are jerks.

[@HUYI1]

Not sometimes, ALL THE TIME I trust them 0, I trust NO ONE to be near animals in any form that causes the suffering of others 😢😢

[@straberryshinigami15g97]

Are you vegan? If not you pay for this and worse to happen to innocent animals

[@mE-zx7pt]

Someone did this to a dog at an apartment complex where I lived. The dog died. 💔 Luckily, the guy was arrested.

[@elizabethmacpherson0989]

May God please protect and heal this sweet little cat. Thank you to those helping her recover, God bless you ❤

[@rojaachar]

This breaks my heart. I hope the baby is doing well and I hope he recovers completely. Sending my love, hugs, kisses, healing, blessings and best wishes to my baby. 😔🤍🤍🤍

[@shanemac1111]

I wish I could have her, pity I'm in Australia. Good luck little Roo 🦘

[@meow_animagus]

omg what is wrong with people :( this poor kitty

[@welcometoSunnydale291]

Thank You to the rescue group who took her in. Bless you and Bless Roo ❤

[@shatimbeecat1960]

These rescuers are such true heroes, God Bless them!!!

[@luffyduffy7817]

How can anyone listen to those innocent little meows and have a single evil thought? Thank you to everyone helping Roo recover ❤ you’re safe now sweet girl 🐱

[@danakchampion]

😢 When my mom's senior cat was sick and dying she met a young cat at the vet's office that was recovering from a broken jaw. The vet wasn't able to give the cat's backstory, just that the injury was typical of a fall from a height. When her senior tuxie passed she adopted the recovered young tuxie. He has been the most affectionate and bonded cat she has ever had. He hit the jackpot with my mom ending up being at home with him a lot. Two weeks due to injury soon after she got him, then COVID hitting soon after that, government furloughs, a knee surgery. He loves having his favorite person at home and so content just to lay on her desk or watch the birds out the window.

[@danakchampion]

Addendum: I hope Roo recovers from her wounds physical and psychological and finds a companion who can truly care for her needs. Blessings on the people who stepped in to care and pay while she recovers. I shared about my mom's cat to demonstrate how affectionate and grateful a cat can be who receives medical attention and a good home. It's absolutely worthwhile and the right thing to do to fund organizations that can care for injured cat's needs rather than be forced to euthanize from lack of resources.

[@mikaelafox6106]

Aww that's a lovely story! Sad time for both cats and your mom, but maybe fate intervened and sent her to the vet during the time the young one was there. Tuxies are great cats. I had one and I wouldn't mind another some day. 😊

[@dhilanp.2561]

Cats are more like family. They are soothing, relaxing and therapeutic , they are defenseless inocent animals. This is heartbreaking!

[@RaptorRockDrakeJesus]

Laws for animal abuse need to be pushed hard. How many animals have or will be abused by these ppl alone??

[@janice8523]

This cat is so precious..and all of them are…the person who did this is very evil and cruel!

[@Palmieres]

I've unfortunately seen a few of these animal abuse stories with outrageous medical bills, and I don't get it. I'm not in the US, and I've seen petitions for donations to pay medical bills for animals in need in other places, and they're never this high. What the hell is costing so much over there? I've also seen a few invoices from American pet tutors asking for help, and noticed something as basic as spending the night, excluding medical care, is absurdly expensive. How does that even make sense? I'm in Europe, and something as we see in this case and that costs $10,000 in the US would probably rank up to about less than half here. What are your vets charging for? That said, I'm glad she was saved. There had better be an investigation on this, the person who threw her needs to be held accountable and punished. If they saw her get thrown someone in that building knows where she lived and who did it.

[@diy5729]

Its affordable public housing from the looks of it, which means the person who did this is either low income AND/OR a protected class of people........nuff said.

[@dolphinlover4864]

It's called inflation, no thanks to poopy pants prez & more & more companies take full advantage of the people knowing no one can afford anything extra let alone food & medical.

[@mikaelafox6106]

Depends on how extensive the injuries were. If the shelter couldn't fix them, and they were going to euthanize, the cat might have needed to see a specialist. Her bones could've shattered so badly only a very good surgeon could've helped. She fell around 120 feet/36 meters. It wasn't a small break. Both of her front legs are in casts and her jaw was injured as well, and that's the most we can see in the video. She's very fortunate to still be alive, and I hope both legs and her jaw will be able to heal properly.

[@thaloblue]

@@diy5729that has absolutely nothing to do with the vet bill you stupid racist cow

[@overcomerbtbojesus]

Sweet baby roo so happy she was rescued and taken in - this breaks my heart - animal cruelty gets to me so much 💔😢😻🐾❤️

[@lydiawaffleman1497]

I am grateful these places exist to save animals😮

[@TB-zt6hs]

Poor baby... 😢 Get well soon❤

[@ANTIFA_1979]

Any description of the suspect?

[@ANTIFA_1979]

I know I know! Aspiring rapper and basketball player! Corn rows in his weeks long unwashed hair and pants sagging below his azz!

[@diy5729]

Affordable Public housing? Only one or two guesses......

[@81redddd]

@@diy5729Minnesota is predominantly w hite, I lived there for for almost 20 years and I’ve lived in different cities and It was always one living in close proximity. I had a friend that lived In a public housing high rise downtown St. Paul and the majority was w hite.

[@Julesy980]

We can't know for sure but the whole point of never giving a description is because it largely *isn't* us.

[@SuperBonk64]

Keep coping. It was probably some white chick tweaking out from opioid withdrawals while her boyfriend was nodding off. Freaked out from not getting another hit and chucked her cat from the high rise.

[@nidapyon]

Poor baby 😢

[@lynncollver6067]

Thank God for people who are kind .

[@tootsie88]

Some people are cruel! As long as there isn't accountability held for these animals, sadly this will continue. Blowing kisses and hugs to recovering kitty...❤

[@alicechung5574]

It never ceases to amaze me how cruel human beings can be. Prayers and love for this beautiful cat.🙏❤️😔

[@nybsbfan18]

How can anybody be that cruel...?! Arrest and charge them!!!

[@lissalea8014]

She is purring 🥺 I’m certain she will find a furever home now that people have heard her story.

[@LMAODOODZ]

This is exactly why I care more about animals than strangers and don't wanna hear it from people who claim I should choose human life over animal lives.

[@user-em1pi4sl2b]

Are you vegan then?

[@KoreaMojo]

Children exist

[@freddie6307]

@@user-em1pi4sl2b plants can actually communicate with each other. does that make eating plants wrong?

[@Leeohlin89]

@@user-em1pi4sl2bprobably is and understandably why

[@Leeohlin89]

@@KoreaMojo Let me help you do better understand this comment … I’m sure the person who made this comment was mainly referring to those who are evil and sick to do things to animals. Basically innocent lives children are innocent. No one excludes them.

[@lynncollver6067]

A rescue worth helping 😊

[@Howboutdatone]

Can you imagine surviving this? You can do anything

[@Trace9598]

An investigation better be done, this dear baby, healing prayers for her for a full.and speedy recovery

[@debrakleid5752]

God this breaks my heart. Don’t have a pet if you refuse to love them and take care of them. I’m so sorry Rue! I have 4 cats myself and I would step in front of a car to protect them. They are my babies and part of my family as she should have been theirs.

[@SpideyVids]

I utterly despise cruelty to animals - that poor, little cat is so good natured and certainly didn't deserve that.

[@TechnicalTechnicolor]

So awful to do to an animal but she's still so loving and affectionate Shes gonna make an amazing pet for someone someday.

[@donnafreeman-og3yh]

Oh my gosh...how could someone do such a cruel thing. This cat is a miracle to be alive and still so loving. God bless you for saving this precious kitties life❤.

[@briannamorrison380]

This is why I get so angry when people say, "You care more about animals than people." F*** yes, I'm more willing to help animals than people, and this is why. Animals deserve the help more. They aren't evil like humans are. Not to mention, it's more rewarding to help an animal than a person. Help an animal, and you get a grateful loving companion for life, help a human, and you become their doormat for life.

[@brigittesaunders3943]

I pray that the perpetrator is found. Somebody in that building knows something or has a good hunch from which apartment she came.from.

[@sandrarogers1954]

To the kitten get better soon you cute little kitten ❤

[@HUYI1]

It's screaming in pain, I can't hear it anymore, it breaks my heart 😢😢

[@DebraFruda]

Thank you for saving this beautiful cat...you are all angels..❤😅😅😅😅😊😊😊may God bless you all.❤❤❤❤❤

[@sarahallenhumboldt2638]

Thank you for directing the attention of everyone to the abuse of this precious little creature! Your focus on these cases show you are ethical, moral, and loving!

[@kimclark4305]

Oh poor baby kitty i feel so bad for you get better soon pretty baby hugs and kisses❤❤❤❤❤

[@joannaoldytowska5488]

Cruelty how horrible. Poor cat. 😢

[@rob7520]

I’m glad this cat is being looked after now. Happy life moving forward.

[@heathermanning5368]

Aww, who could do this to such a precious cat! 🙏😓 God bless you for saving her!

[@seantaylor3105]

I can't even speak about this s**t. I'd be banned for life.

[@NintendoTV64]

How dare that monster do such a vile thing to such a sweet little kitty. Animal abusers make me sick. Bless you for rescuing her.

[@krysiacruz23]

Please bless this poor baby with good health I would love to give her a home

[@jamescarlson6723]

I thank all who took part in the rescue of this needy cat. Including knowledgeable vets. Now it will have a loving, safe and permanent home.

[@andreajean9127]

I’ve said it so many times, the law needs to change significantly when it comes to the abuse, neglect and abandonment of animals. There should be no reason this individual isn’t prosecuted. Also euthanasia needs to stop being the first option, we over use this tool for much more then a humane component. So thankful that she was able to be cared for in the way any living being deserves with compassion and all the love in the world.

[@eglantinepapeau1582]

what else were they supposed to do ? 10K is a lot of money and the animal was in great pain, euthanasia is not a decision mae out of cruelty but compassion . Yes there ARE reasons why ppl who do this aren't prosecuted because there is less and less police in the area ,2020 more than 350 police officers quit or retired there due to crime the news says. I'm also glad the cat is alright, it's a beautiful cat that didn't deserve this 😟

[@toebeans3985]

@@eglantinepapeau1582Yet, the death penalty has been abolished in most states. I’d rather spend $10k on a cat’s medical care than an inmates medical care.

[@andreajean9127]

@@eglantinepapeau1582 Everyone deserves a chance, and look how far she has come. There should be no price on a life, there isn’t for humans, why animals. I’m not against euthanasia but as I put it earlier it should not be the first option as it always seems to be in animal cases especially when a living being has a chance to live the life it has been so graciously given. Life is a gift.

[@shatimbeecat1960]

Put these horrible people in jail!

[@jeremykuronya4391]

Animal services needs to conduct an investigation so that the perp doesn't do this again

[@andrevillemaire5561]

Thanks to all that are helping Rue with financial help, me i will make sure that future animal abusers are given the same treatment that they gave to Rue. We need better laws for animal abusers.

[@mikaelafox6106]

Whoever did that had no concerns for a living sentient being. They need to be named and shamed. Throwing a cat from a balcony that's around 120 feet/36 meters off the ground is insanity. I hope poor little Roo can heal up smoothly. If she's not adopted, she's lucky to have found a true sanctuary.

[@Hdhfhhdh]

This is so cruel. 😢

[@Hanako-San100]

Cats arent sentient beings

[@Chickadeebunny]

My heart. She is so cute. I’m glad she’s being taken care of better than ever 🙏🏼

[@alyssabullock6421]

Poor baby, It's a miracle that she's alive! I'll hope she'll recover well and become happy again ): People who do this to animals are so disgusting!

[@fwabble]

Thank you for helping this sweet kitty

[@lineaalba4035]

Thank God there are organizations that do rescue for animals like Roo. ❤

[@mauryagupta6024]

My heart's broken.

[@maristella287]

My heart is broken! But happier now.

[@waltman333]

So, so sad that people can treat these beautiful animals like this....Walt in Miami