What seemed like just an ordinary day for a man named Ricardo turned into a life-changing rescue mission.
While walking past a construction site, Ricardo heard an unusual sound resembling a kitten’s cry, prompting him to investigate.
As he walked around the area, the strange sound grew louder and louder, yet he couldn’t find its source.
![wooden pallet](https://happywhisker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/wooden-pallete.jpg)
Just when he thought about giving up, he noticed a wooden pallet with a pair of helpless eyes peeking out from underneath.
Upon lifting the wooden pallet, Ricardo was shocked to discover a tiny kitten all alone, crying for help.
![kitten on construction site](https://happywhisker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/kitten-on-construction-site.jpg)
Although he had never been much of a pet person, Ricardo was immediately moved by the kitten’s plight. With no sign of a mother or siblings, he knew he had to act. He recalled:
“If I didn’t help her on that day and that moment, I’m not sure if she would have survived.”
Ricardo quickly brought the kitten to a vet, where she received the medical attention she needed. The vet administered multivitamins and water and walked Ricardo through the care process.
![kitten on pink towel](https://happywhisker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/kitten-on-pink-towel.jpg)
New to pet ownership, Ricardo was initially unsure about keeping the kitten but felt compelled to help her recover. However, one thing led to another, and after some time, he decided to keep her. He said:
“In the beginning, I didn’t know that I would keep her, I just wanted to help her recover.”
The kitten, whom Ricardo affectionately named Ruby, quickly gained strength and started showing her true personality.
![photo of rescued kitten](https://happywhisker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/photo-of-rescued-kitten.jpg)
She turned out to be very curious and playful, but most importantly, she formed a deep bond with Ricardo, seeing him as her human dad.
Ricardo’s life transformed in ways he never anticipated. He had always considered getting a dog, but Ruby’s arrival proved to be an unexpected blessing.
![kitten outdoors](https://happywhisker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/kitten-outdoors.jpg)
This adorable duo never leaves each other’s side as Ruby accompanies her dad wherever he goes. He takes her out on adventures on a leash, and Ruby loves it. The man said:
“As soon as I hold up the leash, she knows what’s going on, and she’s jumping, and she’s very curious about going out.”
Ruby has become quite the local celebrity, known and adored by many in their town for her adventurous spirit.
![close-up photo of kitten lying](https://happywhisker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/close-up-photo-of-kitten-lying.jpg)
Even though Ricardo never thought of having a cat, he has zero regrets about keeping her. He finds relaxation and amusement in Ruby’s company, convinced that she chose him just as much as he chose her.
Now, the two of them are stuck with each other for life, but they both love every single minute of it.
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