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The Saga of the Twisty Legged Kitten
- Thread starter Trish Allearz
- Start date
Carykd7kau
Reincarnated cat Moderator
He is cute like Forest Gump. 
Trish Allearz
Moderator
He really is super cute and really an outgoing fella. He has had a go-getter personality from the beginning. He was pretty amazing scooting around without really using his back legs at first and now, he's jump, romp with the rest!
Evie
Savannah Super Cat
He looks gorgeous - I'm sure you will find him the perfect familySorry, guys-- kitten care and summertime kinda consumes my days
So here is Forest's update-- HIS LEGS are 100% normal!!!
So last week, his legs were right, but he was knuckling his paws. I was worried about that and did a splint for about 2 days (taking them off at night), but I noticed he was just continuously improving with or without my support.
As of today, he's about 5 weeks old and you can't tell the difference between him and his little mini-me sister, Darling, when they are scampering around (same coloring, same black nose.)
I know I was told by a few breeders-- Cynthia is one of them-- and I read on plenty of sites that this situation will rectify on its own, but I cannot tell you how awesome it is to see the results with your own two eyes. His legs were dreadful at birth and while I was optimistic-- it was hesitantly optimistic, we shall say.
So now I just have to find the right home for Mr. Forest!
He is such a cute little boy... Keeping him in our prayers... I cannot put my finger on it, but when I see those eyes, it almost looks like there are some tears, he looks just a little sad... But I can't put my finger on it... Maybe he just wants to get back to play, or maybe go see mom.... Praying for them Paws and him in general... One thing I know for sure... Who ever gets to bring him into there forever home will certainly have a special kitty...
Maybe I am just too soft hearted, but when I see a kitten or puppy that looks unhappy, or hurting any way it brings a tear to my eye.... But I know in your house Trish that he is in good capable hands... Thanks for giving so much extra attention that he required to get him to where he is today... Miracles do happen still today... Elsa and Forest are living proof of it.
Maybe I am just too soft hearted, but when I see a kitten or puppy that looks unhappy, or hurting any way it brings a tear to my eye.... But I know in your house Trish that he is in good capable hands... Thanks for giving so much extra attention that he required to get him to where he is today... Miracles do happen still today... Elsa and Forest are living proof of it.
Carykd7kau
Reincarnated cat Moderator
You're an old softie, John. But then, so am I..
Pam Flachs
Savannah Super Cat
Awww....that wonderful news about Forest's recovery brought tears to my eyes You did great with him, Trish. I'm so happy to hear he is good as new and just waiting to find the perfect home. He's adorable!
You did great with him, Trish. I'm so happy to hear he is good as new and just waiting to find the perfect home. He's adorable!
T
The Kasbah
Guest
Sorry, guys-- kitten care and summertime kinda consumes my days
So here is Forest's update-- HIS LEGS are 100% normal!!!
So last week, his legs were right, but he was knuckling his paws. I was worried about that and did a splint for about 2 days (taking them off at night), but I noticed he was just continuously improving with or without my support.
As of today, he's about 5 weeks old and you can't tell the difference between him and his little mini-me sister, Darling, when they are scampering around (same coloring, same black nose.)
I know I was told by a few breeders-- Cynthia is one of them-- and I read on plenty of sites that this situation will rectify on its own, but I cannot tell you how awesome it is to see the results with your own two eyes. His legs were dreadful at birth and while I was optimistic-- it was hesitantly optimistic, we shall say.
So now I just have to find the right home for Mr. Forest!
FANTASTIC NEWS, Trish!!!!!!!! Tendon Contracture can be frightening the first time you see it, but with a little PT and sometimes a few brief days of splinting and everything is right as rain!