Stray Cat From Philadelphia Stops Caring For Her 10-Day-Old Kittens For A Devastating Reason

Mothers hold an essential place in our lives, and the same holds true in the feline world. 

Newborn kittens rely entirely on their mothers for survival, and without that vital care, it’s nearly impossible for them to thrive.

These six kittens were lucky enough to have a brighter future ahead, even though they faced a rough start.

Their mother, too sick and weak to care for them, stopped feeding her babies when they were only 10 days old.

Fortunately, the whole feline family was rescued and brought to a shelter clinic in Philadelphia.

As soon as they arrived, a volunteer began providing the kittens with constant care, ensuring they were well looked after.

Meanwhile, the mother cat received the medical attention she urgently needed. After being spayed, she gradually started to improve, her health slowly returning.

Once the kittens reached three weeks of age, they were transferred to Animal Welfare League of Arlington in Virginia, ready for the next chapter of their lives.

Penny Richards, an experienced foster carer of AWLA, instantly took the kittens in and welcomed them into a comfortable nursery.

While observing the kittens, Penny noticed an issue. Without their mother’s care, the kittens had started nursing on each other, which could lead to harm.

Penny quickly sprang into action, establishing a consistent feeding schedule, setting up individual pens, and even providing cuddly faux mom plushies to comfort them.

Within just a week and a half, she had successfully stopped the behavior.

With Penny’s care, the kittens thrived, growing stronger and healthier each day. Soon, they were making the transition from bottle feeding to solid food all on their own.

As they continued to grow, their playful and purring personalities began to shine, filling the house with energy and joy.

At the end of their adventurous day, they would snuggle and wrap their legs around each other and fall deep into sleep. Penny shared in an interview:

“They are constantly chasing each other around the house and wrestling together. When they are tired, you can usually find all six of them cuddled up together in my lap.”

Each one of these kittens is unique in their own way. Penny shared:

“Limoncello (tuxedo) and Maiori both love to play soccer with their toy balls. Atrani and Amaretto have big personalities and are always the first to greet me and yell for their food. Lambrusco is a mama’s boy. He can usually be found on my lap or next to me on the couch. Amalfi loves to tackle and pounce on her siblings’ tails. She enjoys being cuddled and pet, rewarding you with purrs.”

It wasn’t long before all six found their forever homes, charming their way into the hearts of their new families.

Maiori and Amalfi, inseparable from the start, were adopted by a family who instantly fell in love with their deep bond.

The family couldn’t bear to separate the pair, knowing how much they meant to each other.

On the other hand, Amaretto and Atrani, paired up since they were little, were also adopted as a pair. 

Lastly, Lambrusco and Limoncello, who share such a great bond, will also be able to enjoy each other’s company forever. 

This heartwarming story, from their rocky start to finding loving homes together, brings a smile to my face.

It’s a powerful reminder of how much love and care can transform the lives of those in need.