Cats are known for being independent animals that spend much of their time exploring the outdoors and only entering the house for food and urinal breaks. Their independence makes taking care of them simple. But if they aren’t groomed frequently, their fur may become a major problem. Sadly, Hidey, a cat whose owner had Alzheimer’s, witnessed this maltreatment firsthand. Over the years, Hidey’s owner neglected her since he was unable to properly care for her. She had become so heavily matted that she resembled an octopus, shocking animal rescuers when they finally located her.
After Hidey was brought to the Pittsburgh Animal Rescue League Shelter and Wildlife Center, they revealed that it could have been up to two years since she had been groomed. Her fur had grown to an astounding six or eight inches in some places.
Fortunately, Hidey received assistance from veterinarian Jenn Levitzki. “Hidey has the worst matting I have ever seen; she has dreadlocks,” she wrote alongside a video of the grooming procedure that she shared on Facebook. Hidey was lightly drugged before to the treatment to ensure her comfort.
“Undoubtedly, this cat is feeling so much better now that our medical team shaved pounds of tangled fur off her body!” People magazine stated that the shelter posted on their Facebook page.
Hidey was welcomed into a new home with a distant relative of her previous owner after her amazing makeover. This heartwarming tale reminds us how important it is to visit our elderly loved ones and their pets.
Spending time with our elderly neighbors and family is vital since even little actions can have a big impact on their lives. We can guarantee their well-being and the well-being of their pets by taking this action. We might never learn whether they’re having problems if we don’t contact out.
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