Special Needs Cat With Hole In His Head Abandoned By His Mom. This Woman Saved Him!

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Meet Bunny and Otter!
These siblings are both special needs kittens but their disabilities don’t hold them back, and thanks to Caroline Grace they live happy and playful lives!
Caroline founded Baby Kitten Rescue, a nonprofit organisation, in September 2021 and by January 2022 she had four people, including herself, fostering kittens in need.
Fast forward to 2023 and there are now 32 people that foster for the rescue.
Caroline told We Love Cats and Kittens: "So far, we have saved 130 kittens with 6 of those kittens being long-term special needs cases."
Bunny and Otter first came in to Caroline's care when a kind woman found them after being abandoned by their mother.
She soon realised the siblings were a little different, so she contacted Baby Kitten Rescue where they would get the specialized help they needed.
Bunny was born with no paws on her front legs and Otter was missing some of his toes.
When they first arrived into Caroline's care they were in a terrible state.
They were filthy dirty, covered in fleas, had severe diarrhoea and both had an upper respiratory infection.
Caroline also noticed that Otter had a large abscess on his head which seemed disproportionately large.
She knew that their situation was severe, but they were both clearly determined to survive, and Caroline would be there to give them all the care and attention they needed.
They quickly bonded with their foster mum, the antibiotics they were given were working, and both of them had a healthy appetite.
When Caroline took Otter to see a neurologist, he was diagnosed with hydrocephalus and meningoencephalocele.
It transpired that the abscess on top of his head was actually an exposed part of his skull.
Caroline put a plaster on his head for protection until a kind man custom-made a tiny helmet to protect his brain until he was old enough to have surgery.
This prevented any further injury and kept out infections, but it could only be a temporary solution.
Both of the kittens were thriving due to Caroline's care. Bunny’s disability does not hold her back one bit!
"Bunny has developed incredible strength in her core and back legs. She walks around mostly using her back legs and she stands upright on her back legs," explained Caroline.
"Otter is a playful boy who loves chasing his wand toy, climbing the cat tree, and wrestling with his sister, Bunny."
When Otter reached a year old, it was time for his surgery to permanently close the open part of his skull.
This would allow him to get rid of the protective helmet and be safe from infection.
Luckily, the procedure was a complete success.
"Otter has fully healed from his brain surgery and is completely healthy!" Caroline shared with We Love Cats and Kittens.
"We were concerned about potential complications during the surgery and after the surgery, but Otter experienced no complications and healed incredibly smoothly and quickly!"
This brave boy doesn't require any special care nor medications, and with a titanium skull protecting his brain, he's just like Iron Man!
When it was time for adoption, Caroline knew that they would need to go to the same forever home.
That's when Megan, a good friend of Caroline, stepped up to welcome to them into her family to give them the best life they deserve.
Their new home is only 10 minutes away from Caroline and she is so happy knowing they will always be in her life.
Without the donations from well-wishers, Otter's ground breaking surgery wouldn't have been possible.
Caroline told us: "Baby Kitten Rescue is a nonprofit that specializes in neonatal, critical care, & special needs kitten rescue in the Los Angeles area. We take in the smallest, sickest, and most vulnerable kittens, nurse them back to health, and find them loving forever homes."
You can find Baby Kitten Rescue on Instagram here - / babykittenrescue
And Otter and Bunny now have their own Instagram here - / nublifex2
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[@twobeards6714]

God and you saved those babies. ❤

[@hayleymariemills]

I've seen several videos about these 2. I'm so glad he finally got his surgery & doesn't have to wear a helmet anymore! ❤️

[@tekchoy]

Fantastic news. They truly are special kitties!

[@theresasmalls1129]

Jesus said you'll die in your SIDS if you believe not that he's the son of God if you don't have to steal the Lord how do you have eternal life except through Jesus Christ you have his personal life

[@barbarellla1553]

​@@theresasmalls1129 weare here for kittens not for superstitions. stop writing this boring crap

[@leetana5166]

So happy for Otter and Bunny, they get to be together for the rest of their lives!!! They are looking amazing 💜💙💜💙💜

[@ashliejensen2337]

I'm so glad to see an update on these two extraordinary cats! I'm relieved Otter's surgery was successful, and that he & Bunny were adopted together by a friend of the woman who nursed them back to health. Special needs babies deserve all the love, and a happy life! I'm so thrilled these two get to share in that together! ❤

[@toniferrell4215]

This is so nice to hear.......that these 2 babies are gonna be just fine. Otter, you and your sister Bunny are so resilient ang strong! And stinkin cute, too. I am so thankful you both have a forever home and can still be together. Thank you for everyone that has helped these to little love bugs!❤😻

[@theresasmalls1129]

❤❤❤ look how the Lord moves in people's lives it's amazing what God can do to an animal just bless them and give him a home is amazing there is a God in heaven that looks down on these animals he really loves these animals and he will provide for them and deliver them out of danger he's amazing God

[@deniseandersen9474]

Hello bunny 💗 hello otter💚you both have grown so much 🤗

[@lgibson0515]

Awww, God bless otter & bunny; and Jenny for adopting the both of them!! Many happy years!! 🎉❤🎉❤

[@kramnoslaw4474]

I'm so glad to hear otter has had his surgery an now thriving that's so awesome

[@koslisted9458]

"Saving one animal won't change the world, but it will change the world for that one animal." ❤😽❤🐶❤🦝

[@annanardo2358]

I'm so HAPPY the surgery went well. May they live long and prosper w/ Meghans love and care. May they grow up to be happy happy cats !!!!!😺😺😺😺😺😺😸😸😸😸😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻

[@MsJuliadanny]

It’s so good to see Otter without helmet and both him and his sister adopted ❤

[@readsmith4223]

Been watching these two, beyond happy they are so loved and well taken care of…

[@annanardo2358]

Otter and Bunny are so precious. Otter was so patient w/ wearing his helmet. He just perservered. Came out a winner !!!😺😺😺😺 I'm happy for them both !!!😺😺😺😺😺😺😺

[@andreakenyon1071]

Bless the Earth Angels who care for these innocent little souls !

[@MossyMozart]

The desiner and fabricator of Otter's helmet is gifted.

[@Welovecatsandkittens]

Indeed they are.

[@omarbahrour]

God I love these lil kittens

[@nelsonwest7885]

Congratulations little buddy..!!😸..🎉 happy days 😁🌞💕. Bless those sweet kitties 😸🌞

[@patriciaschuster1371]

I love a happy ending!

[@teenapearce1699]

I am so glad they got to stay together. Thanks for help them.

[@cjohnson4342]

Best news ever

[@johngrenfell7171]

I am so glad that there are people like you that help small kitty's and give them a good life I hope you keep up this and help other see cats

[@josephclarke5035]

So glad otter made it

[@mugekolukisa783]

So immensely glad to get an update on Otter. God bless you...😢❤❤❤

[@irenehartmann5249]

So happy to see how well Bunny and Otter are doing!.God Bless those involved.

[@stephaniesqq]

I'm so happy they kept them together!!! ❤❤

[@chrisseger2346]

So great to see them both doing well. Shout out to everyone who helped them along the way!

[@sandyCP]

Congratulations, Otter! way to go!

[@AL-vw7kx]

Happy Kitty's ....a great story!

[@humeyrademirci8009]

i am so happy for them! I send all my good wishes to the angels who saved them both

[@robertoferrigato1998]

What a incredible creatures........

[@louisetrujillo5192]

What a blessing...they are so close and can stay together in a new loving home..thank you for fostering these kitties and thank your friend for becoming their forever Mom...they are totally precious!! Love them... 😺😽💛

[@pawwalker3492]

We learn so much from cats - how to be yourself when you're a bit different. TY to Baby Kitten , Caroline, and Megan for giving these two little lives the chance to blossom 💖💖💖 AND for keeping them together 💞💕💗

[@melindagoodpaster8028]

So glad he had his surgery and they were able to stay together.

[@leroywareproductions2497]

I've seen them on Facebook many times. So awesome that they fixed that and he came through alright

[@Toofee2]

That is a completely cool thing with that surgery

[@haleybunker1339]

Wow, they both are beautiful gorgeous kitty cats!!😍😍😻😻🐱🐱🐈🐈😻😻😍😍

[@KappaDaKappa]

Awesome cats!!

[@tonicastel2390]

God bless these little beasties & their loving humans.

[@mrsdinosaur1009]

So happy that Otter and Bunny have loving forever home, may they live a long and happy life. Otter and Bunny have a bond that hoomans can never really understand, but they gave each other the strength, courage and will to survive.

[@ericandsarahsmom1000]

They are so cute! I' m glad Otter's surgery was successful, but I'll miss seeing that little helmut on him.

[@cacyc90]

Beautiful babies ❤❤❤❤❤

[@shefrapeterson4511]

What sweet beautiful kitties

[@LarsonPetty]

Had seen previous videos of these two and always hoped to see such a favorable update. So glad that the surgery fixed his problem. He was quite dashing in his little helmet, though.

[@cantrixcallen3907]

OMG what a lovely video. 💞 This two kitties are so incredible and so sweet. I am so glad that they was found and rescued. I hope they have a long and healthy life full of joy and love. 💞 Thank you so much.

[@caz7363]

Those cats are just gorgeous and rather bright in their demeanour. I’m so glad they got adopted together ❤❤

[@mitchelnorton2692]

Just got hooked onto their story. I'm so glad it had a happy ending. They're both adorable. Got a thing for orange & white cats.

[@karenbrauneis4290]

God bless these sweet kittens, and all those who took such amazing care of them. They are true miracles.💗

[@bladerunner3314]

You mean the same guy who, by your fairy tales, made them this way?

[@aliss8559]

Aww!! Sweet babies. I was hoping for an update on Otter, since I was following his story prior to his surgery. I was hoping all would go well, so I'm so happy to hear he is doing great! Hope they have a wonderful happy life surrounded by loving humans.

[@FurchtbaresGaming]

Im so happy for Bunny and Otter, im in tears right now.

[@Welovecatsandkittens]

Me too!

[@dougefresh8029]

@@Welovecatsandkittens I watched the first video I don’t even know how long ago quite some time now, this randomly came on my feed now. Very happy to see the little guy doing well.

[@deniseandersen9474]

Well HANDSOME boy otter, oh fantastic they found a forever home together that is totally purrfect 🐾🐾💚🐾💗🤗💝

[@tatumcecill3532]

❤

[@patricianiebergall1360]

Yayyyyy!!!

[@owenlien1593]

I can’t get over how beautiful bunny is omg

[@salmakadiri2349]

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[@salmakadiri2349]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@brittaschulten-hoffmann8295]

Wenn die Menschheit in der Lage wäre, sich so intensiv um das Leben anderer Lebewesen zu kümmern, dann müssten wir uns über unsere Zukunft keine Sorgen mehr machen! Aber leider gibt es sowas in der Realität viel zu selten...

[@SiljCBcnr]

😻😻

[@ih8ustupid1]

Does anyone have any other links? I found the original video but there has to be something more in-depth that is over 5 minutes.

[@juyeonahn147]

😃

[@CYBERQUEEN01]

i live in germany. otherwise i would adopted them. :)

[@slappywag7210]

I was so happy to find this! I was wondering how the little guy made out. Also glad that they kept the kittens together, I hope they’re spoiled!😻😻😻

[@gotopcat]

❤