Indiana Kitten Who Beat The Odds Becomes A Playful Explorer With A Loyal Friend By His Side

Beginning can be tough for any animal, but for a little kitten who is the only survivor of his litter, things are especially challenging. 

This was the case for a small gray and white kitten who ended up in the caring hands of Erin H., an experienced foster caregiver with ARPO. 

This tiny creature was so delicate that he had to be fed with a syringe around the clock. For Erin, it was a nerve-wracking time, as she constantly worried about his health. 

When he was too weak to nurse, she switched to tube feeding. It was a lot of sleepless nights and the determination she had to help this little fighter survive.

After what felt like forever – a long week with hardly any sleep – Erin finally noticed a glimmer of hope. The tiny kitten started to show signs of improvement, surprising everyone with his strength. As she shared in an interview:

“He has been pulling through and growing like a weed.”

When his eyes opened for the first time, it was a significant moment, allowing everyone to breathe a sigh of relief and celebrate this small victory. 

This brave little kitten, named Eros, had a strong appetite and a fierce will to live. Erin thought the name Eros, after the Greek God of love, was perfect, especially since the world could use more love right now. It seemed just right for a kitten who had already fought so hard for his life.

After overcoming a tough start and many challenges, Eros bounced back like a true warrior. The sleepless nights Erin had endured were worth it as she watched him waddle around with new energy and excitement for life. 

He transformed from a tiny, fragile creature into a curious little explorer. As he regained his health, his belly grew rounder, a clear sign of good care, and he became more active and inquisitive. 

Once he was steady on his feet and ready to explore beyond his cozy spot, he eagerly looked for attention and playtime, especially since he was a singleton who wanted a buddy to share his excitement with.

At the same time, another volunteer from ARPO, Lori White, was busy helping to transport an orange kitten who had come to the shelter all by herself. 

This little ginger, named Kali, was about the same age as Eros and was also eager to make friends. The amazing people at ARPO wanted to find her a companion, knowing that kittens do better when they have a friend.

And that’s when the magic happened. Eros was thrilled to have a friend and quickly formed a bond with Kali. It was as if they immediately recognized each other as kindred spirits, both understanding what it felt like to be alone. 

Soon, they were playfully wrestling and zooming around the room as if they had been siblings forever. 

Lori welcomed this lively pair into her care, as she also had another lonely kitten, Rani, who needed a playmate. It was turning into a wonderfully chaotic, yet completely adorable, foster home.

The two new kittens quickly made themselves at home. After checking every corner to ensure it met their kitten standards, they snuggled into one of their beds for some playful wrestling. 

When they were awake, it was non-stop fun: they dashed around, climbed cat trees like little adventurers, and had epic play fights to sharpen their ninja skills. 

When it was time to rest, they would curl up in their cozy bed, purring softly as they drifted off to sleep, looking utterly content. Life in the house was always exciting!

Meanwhile, Rani, Lori’s other foster kitten who had been a bit shy, started to warm up to the new arrivals. 

The trio zoomed around the room, encouraging one another to play, their tiny meows and purrs creating a joyful atmosphere. 

Lori even caught a sweet moment on camera: when she saw Kali on a cat tree, Rani jumped up, waving her paw to get Eros’ attention from his hiding spot. 

They were playing and learning together, growing stronger and more confident, just like a group of adorable, furry kids exploring their world.

Eros has made an incredible journey from a tiny kitten who required constant care to a lovely young cat with a best buddy by his side. 

Rescued when he was only a day old, he now enjoys life with Kali, his partner in all their fun adventures. 

With a caring foster family like Lori, Eros is set for a future full of love, joy, and lots of purring alongside his cat friends. And isn’t that just wonderful?