Los Angeles Shelter Uses Honey To Heal Kitties Who Survived Horrific Fires

Recently, the Pasadena Humane Society shared a story that touched me deeply. The story is filled with heartbreak, but also with hope and the incredible resilience of two little survivors, Shadow and Ivy.

It all began when a calm and sweet-natured cat named Shadow was brought into the shelter after escaping a horrific fire ravaging his entire neighborhood in Los Angeles.

When he arrived at Pasadena Humane, the team immediately sprang into action. They knew the severity of the burns, but they also knew they had the tools and knowledge to help.

Known for its powerful healing properties, Manuka Honey became their go-to treatment. It seemed like the least they could do for this sweet cat who, despite everything, thumped his tail as he was treated.

But the story didn’t end with Shadow. Soon after, another survivor arrived – a tiny kitten named Ivy from the same neighborhood. She was in far worse shape.

Her little body was covered in burns and it was clear that her road to recovery was going to be long and painful. Fortunately, this little furball was in the best possible hands.

The team worked tirelessly, providing the little survivors with wound care, oxygen, fluids, and every bit of love they could give. They couldn’t change what had happened to them, but they could give them a fighting chance.

Days passed slowly, with Ivy’s care being a full-time commitment. Each bandage change, each dose of medicine, brought Ivy one step closer to healing.

With each treatment, Ivy started getting stronger. Day by day, the little kitten who had been in such rough shape began to show real signs of improvement.

Her burns started to heal, and the painful, raw areas began to look better. Before long, she was acting like a kitten again. She was curious, playful, and full of life.

A month later, Ivy was no longer the burnt kitten who had arrived in critical condition. She had blossomed into a healthy, spirited cat.

It wasn’t long before someone saw her incredible transformation and knew she was the perfect fit for their family. The day Ivy found her forever home, it felt like everything had come full circle.

As for Shadow, his journey was still ongoing. Every day, he waited, patiently, as the team continued to care for him. He was strong, but the healing process was slow, and he needed time.

I’m not sure if Shadow has found his forever home yet, but I hope someone will notice him and see what a fighter he is. He deserves a life full of love and peace, and I’m sure when the right person comes along, he’ll bring them so much happiness.

This is exactly why we shouldn’t turn our backs on animals in need. Even if we can’t provide them with a loving home ourselves, there’s always something we can do.

Donations, big or small, can make a huge difference. They help shelters provide the care animals like Shadow and Ivy desperately need.

So let’s always choose to support these rescue efforts, ensuring they can keep doing their incredible work of saving lives.