Brooklyn Kitten Thrives After Forming A Heartwarming Friendship

Sometimes the smallest creatures carry the biggest personalities, and that was certainly true for a little kitten named Puppet. 

When he and his family arrived at Greenpoint Cats in Brooklyn, he was just six weeks old but much smaller than he should have been. Puppet came in with his mom, Marionette, and his brother, Moppet, all looking for a better life.

Right away, rescuers noticed that Puppet’s growth had been stunted. At an age when most kittens are starting to look sturdy and adventurous, Puppet was still the size of a two-week-old newborn. 

Yet his spirit was anything but small. As Greenpoint Cats shared in an interview:

“He was the size of a two-week-old kitten (due to stunted growth). Despite his small size, he got a lot of energy and just wanted to be big and strong like his brother.” 

Even with his tiny frame, Puppet made sure his presence was known. He had what volunteers called the “vocal pipes of an opera singer,” meowing loudly whenever he wanted attention. 

Because of his fragile condition, he was transferred to an animal hospital where he could get specialized, round-the-clock care.

Staff worked patiently with him, syringe feeding him at first, then cheering when he was finally strong enough to eat from a plate. As they explained: 

“Puppet is still so small and fragile, and there is no known cause of his condition.”

In the hospital, Puppet rested inside a warm incubator and even had tiny snuggle buddies to keep him company. 

The comfort and constant care gave him the chance to thrive. He started bouncing around, chasing makeshift toys, and acting like the lively kitten he was meant to be.

After weeks of careful care, the little miracle kitten finally hit a big milestone—he weighed over a pound. 

It may not have seemed like much compared to other kittens, but for Puppet it was worth celebrating. He played like a tiger and purred like a champ whenever someone scooped him up.

Meanwhile, his mom Marionette and his brother Moppet were doing well. They were adopted together into their forever home, a joyful ending for them but bittersweet for Puppet, who was still building his strength in veterinary care. 

Though separated, it only gave Puppet more reason to fight harder for his own happy ending.

As Puppet’s energy soared, it became clear he needed a constant playmate. That’s when rescuers thought of Pop, a cream-colored kitten who was also a singleton. Pop was lonely and eager for a companion, making him the perfect match.

The moment they met, Puppet and Pop became inseparable. They wrestled, chased toys, and curled up in a heap when they were too tired to keep going. 

They even discovered the joy of office-chair takeovers, climbing into the seat together like they owned it. Puppet adored Pop, following him around like a shadow and copying every move.

Their bond grew so strong that no one could imagine separating them. When it came time for adoption, Puppet and Pop found a forever home together. Just as they had been in foster care, they remained side by side, two peas in a pod.

For Puppet, the journey from a fragile, underweight baby to a confident young cat was nothing short of a miracle. His story shows how much difference love, patience, and friendship can make. 

Thanks to the care of rescuers and the companionship of Pop, Puppet now enjoys the full, happy life every kitten deserves.