Jenifer Hurt from Wrenn Rescues in Ventura County, CA, received a call about a few kittens in need of assistance. One of the kittens, Chester, a ginger tabby, had a fractured jaw.
Chester was brought to Wrenn Rescues two months back with severe injuries, but his spirits were high as he purred and kneaded his paws despite the pain he was in. Alissa Smith, Jenifer’s rescue partner at Wrenn Rescues, shared, “The moment we entered the room, we could hear him purring loudly. He seemed unaware of his broken jaw. His purring was so loud that it made it difficult for the vets to hear his heartbeat.” Chester underwent surgery to repair his jaw and was then taken to his foster home by Mel Lamprey.
Wrenn had quite the adventure recently – undergoing a procedure that involved wires, losing four teeth, having necrotic tissue removed, and receiving lots of pain medication. Despite all that, he is now with us, recovering well. Mel described him as amazing, affectionate, and very thankful.
When you walk into the room, Chester doesn’t waste any time getting up to welcome you and then proceeds to give you a thorough cleaning, all the while purring loudly.
Mel Lamprey expressed his admiration for animals, emphasizing their forgiving nature and resilience. He mentioned a particular cat who may never close his mouth again but remains unfazed by the situation. Another kitten, named Bitty, was brought to Wrenn Rescues seeking a fresh start. In contrast to Chester, Bitty was frightened of humans and avoided any contact. She had injuries, including missing toes, a degloved tail, and ear, leaving Alissa to speculate about her past experiences.
Wrenn’s Heroic Rescue
Upon returning from Oaks Vet Care, Wrenn was welcomed into Chester’s foster home. The two felines had contrasting personalities. Mel shared with Love Meow, “Chester was bubbly and affectionate, while Bitty was withdrawn, sad, and scared.”
Despite Bitty’s initial indifference towards humans and other cats, Chester didn’t give up. Every day, the lovable ginger kitten inched closer to Bitty, determined to show her love and companionship.
A week after the incident, Bitty suddenly became sick and had no energy to lift her head. “We rushed her to the emergency room, with Chester by her side, and discovered that she had a widespread infection caused by the injured toes she arrived with.”
After spending a few days in the hospital, Bitty made a remarkable recovery and was eager to return home. “The moment she laid eyes on Chester, she sprinted towards him. He gently bathed her and, in our view, consoled her and greeted her back,” Mel shared.
Ever since that day, the two kittens have been best friends, doing everything together from playing, snuggling, to even taking naps side by side. Chester is like a source of comfort for Bitty, always there for her when sudden loud noises startle her or when she’s scared. They often fall asleep with Bitty resting on top of Chester.
You can witness the heartwarming relationship between these two adorable kittens by watching this video:
Witness how a kitten with a broken jaw provides comfort to another kitten in need of love.
As both kittens required a second surgery to address some complications, their bond only grew stronger. Bitty couldn’t bear to be apart from Chester for even a few minutes, crying out for him when he wasn’t around.
Mel Lamprey mentioned that she took Chester out for his daily dose of Vitamin D, holding him in her arms under the sun for a while. Her husband then informed her that Bitty was getting restless and looking for her best buddy. Mel quickly handed over Chester to Bitty, who eagerly embraced him and eventually dozed off as he showered her with affection.
According to Mel Lamprey, when Chester was taking some time off to heal from a hip injury, Bitty decided to take matters into her own paws and keep him entertained. Mel shared with Love Meow that Bitty would bring her toys to him and energetically play right in front of him.
Chester serves as a source of comfort and support for Bitty, allowing her to feel secure and self-assured in his presence. Mel believes that without Chester, Bitty may go back to feeling anxious and fearful. On the other hand, Chester thrives in his role as a caring companion, naturally providing comfort and care to Bitty.
Meet Mel Lamprey, a timid kitten who had lost all faith until she crossed paths with Chester, who pampered her with affection, grooming, and plenty of soothing purrs. Just take a peek at them today!
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