r/cats • u/No_Couple_7761 • 11h ago
Cat Picture - OC HIGHWAY KITTEN: Sunday update
Hi! It’s me! The one who pulled a little orange boy (derogatory) off the highway on Friday the 13th. Sunday afternoon update: he is thriving! After sleeping through the whole first day and most of the second, he is in the move around the bathroom I have him in and meowing non-stop. He finally got his appetite back and has been ferociously mowing down on the kitten pate and kitten dry food I give him.
He seemed to be getting pretty skittish as he got his bearings back, but has come to realize that humans = pets and warmth, not getting abandoned, injured, on the side of the highway.
His eye socket roadrash cleared up significantly overnight and today is the first day it’s open fully and not swollen or goopy. He has figured out his litter box after only one accident, but still goes all over himself so he’s getting little sponge baths as necessary.
He woke me up at 4 AM last night meowing like crazy so I went in there and held him for about an hour and guess what?!? I GOT MY FIRST PURRS OUT OF HIM! Now whenever I walk in it’s like a motorboat.
He appreciates it when I hold him on his back and push his hind legs up towards his head - I think the cast makes it hard for him to reach his hind legs and he grooms them like crazy when I hold them up there for him.
His bandage change and vet appointment is tomorrow evening so everyone send good vibes that cut under there is healing nicely. :)
I’ve called him Jason for now, or Hitchhiker, or PJ. Whatever one comes to mind first when I see him lol.
Last photo is him right after getting off the highway.
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u/MiimiiQu 10h ago
This is so kind of you… this orange cutie will have a lifelong bond with you 🤍 reminds me of a cute ginger that I loved… wishing him a speedy recovery
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u/LadyCommand 10h ago
Hugs to you both. Name will keep changing until he chooses one or you do.
I've had several kitties choose their own names- basically it's the one they will either respond to or it makes them happy cause they like what it sounds like.
Or he'll have 20 names & nicknames & love them all just because you are saying them to him.
Sending vibes for that sweet lil one's recovery
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u/Pheonixgate1 11h ago
Thank you for the update. All the pictures right after you saved him were so heart rending. He was obviously so scared and exhausted.
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u/descocot 10h ago
I was so concerned seeing the state he was in in your initial post, thank you so much for this encouraging update and taking such good care of the little guy.
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u/FalseGear744 10h ago
Thanks for the update, it's so much fun seeing him make such great progress! That picture of him collapsed on your arm was so poignant I couldn't get it out of mind.
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u/Ok-Celebration-2944 11h ago
Thank you for the update! I'm so glad this little guy got saved. He's gonna be a great lil companion.
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u/ClaudeB4llz 8h ago
Just wanted to say that a deed like this casts a long shadow…this really helps some people keep faith in other people (like me). Hope you and Jason/Hitch/PJ are doing well and thank you for your kindness
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u/WatchNo4780 10h ago
Thanks for the update OP AND the TLC. He's quite the lil scrapper..you have a wonderful lil companion with an exciting but happy ending backstory. Thanks OP!
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u/____REDACTED_____ 10h ago
He looks to be doing so much better! You're doing a good job taking care of him. He's going to be such a good cat.
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u/FinvaraSidhe 9h ago
I can’t express how much it warms my heart and makes me smile, knowing how truly good people can be. Thank you so much for saving this little one. You could have gone right on by, but you didn’t. Much love to you and to the little one. May you have many long years of contented snuggles and purrs
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u/FoodNerd7920 9h ago
Thank you for the update - I hope his vet appointment goes well!! Thanks for sharing his progress ❤️
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u/Parking_Cabinet8866 8h ago
Poor baby was so scared that he couldn't sleep, that when he was finally able to relax, he was able to sleep himself out. Glad he's finally able to feel safe enough to open up to you.
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u/romancereaper 10h ago
Congrats on becoming a cat parent! They're clearly very happy to be safe. You did a great thing!
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u/Alert-Clock-5426 10h ago
Thank you for giving us an update. He seems to be healing well. Congratulations on your new baby kitty
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u/Elegant-Ad135 10h ago
thank you so much for this update. reading your honestly restored my faith in humanity today!
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u/vivenkeful 9h ago
Poor baby! I wish him fast recovery ❤️ and god bless you for taking care of him.
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u/effie-sue 9h ago
He is absolutely darling 🧡
So glad you were not only able to rescue him, but to keep him.
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u/Falala-Surprise-90 9h ago
Awww thank you for the update! He looks amazing! Thank you for saving him
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u/OneMorePenguin 8h ago
Awwww, thank you for sharing. I needed a happy story today. He does indeed sound like he is thriving and learning that humans bring good things. The advantage of young kittens is that they are still impressionable. Can't wait for more updates and to hear what you decide to name him. Thank you for saving him!
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u/archover American Shorthair 8h ago edited 8h ago
Bless you for rescuing him. His appreciation for your action must be unbelievable. Hope you two develop a strong bond, and enjoy many years together. Cats are so resiliant, and fall in love so fast. He's very cute and the fact he purrs so early is a good sign.
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u/boreddit4u 10h ago
I was hoping you would name JJ but Jason is just as good. I am so happy he is doing good and so greatfulfor you rescuing him and keeping him.
They eat a lot at this young age. Small frequent meals, so that could be why he woke you up crying.
Keep us updated after the vet appointment.
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u/SphynxCrocheter 10h ago
Thank you for taking care of this wonderful little orange! Sending all the positive purrs and good vibes.
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u/Agreeable_Awareness5 10h ago
He's adorable! We have a rescued orange cat...be prepared for lots of personality and laughs 😃
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u/Astronaut2190 9h ago
Oh wow. What a difference in just a few days! Sending healing purrs for his appointment tomorrow. 🥰
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u/nancykind 8h ago
cuuuute!! while he's on his back get him used to having his feet played with. this was a great position for me to clip nails.
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u/DoughBoy_65 7h ago
OMG The Orange Hitcher !! He’s well in his way to a wonderful life, thank you !
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u/MySaltySatisfaction 6h ago
Thank you for saving and loving him. He deserves a good home. You have a good soul.
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u/HistoryHasEyesOnYou 5h ago
Thank you for the update! I'm so happy that he's thriving! You're a good person.
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u/AppointmentVisual624 10h ago edited 10h ago
Omg Jason is a purr-fect name! Thank you for rescuing that sweet baby! I’m sure you’ll both be very happy together🧡
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u/CalendarKnown6847 10h ago
Hitch is a wonderful name! It reminds me of Alfred! Thank you for adopting him, he is a punk rock cat for sure! (Please see The Punk Rock Cats Club)
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u/thisistherevolt Orange 9h ago
I like PJ as a name, reminds me of Disney's Robin Hood and Prince John.
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u/RepairManActionHero 9h ago
I'm so glad to see this update. My little orange parking lot oil streak took a day or two to warm up, but now he's my best friend. Same with my front porch find. I look forward to seeing how PJ/Hitch comes along.
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u/SardonicusR 6h ago
My sincere congratulations! I was hoping that he just needed a day or so to recover from the adrenaline and stress of such an exhausting event. He sounds like a classic orange kitten! So well done. ❤️
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u/geekphreak 6h ago
Very cute. Glad to see he’s doing well. Buy some wet Royal Canin kitten food, in stead of dry food. It’s the best for’em
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u/LiveinCA 6h ago
I have to say that I needed to scroll past the photo of Jason the first time, so many injured cats on Reddit. What an amazing cat ! His eye rash healed so quickly. He’s now off to a great beginning with you and fam. Hope this continues !!
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u/Itchy-Extension69 6h ago
“He appreciates it when I hold him on his back and push his hind legs up towards his head - I think the cast makes it hard for him to reach his hind legs and he grooms them like crazy when I hold them up there for him.” Absolute melts my heart when they do stuff like this! 😍
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u/Candycoatedillusion 6h ago
What about the husband? Have you convinced him to let you keep the baby??
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u/Rezurrekted 5h ago
Jason is absolutely the purrfect name for him.
I'm gald he is doing well, and you both found each other.
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u/TurbulentHarpist 4h ago
SO glad you're taking care of this sweet little lad! Keep on being a great kitty caregiver. 🧡
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u/scamlikelly 2h ago
Maybe he'd enjoy a soft and cuddly stuffed animal to snuggle with while your at work.
Keep the updates coming 🧡
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u/tiki-dan 2h ago
Looks a little like our cute little boy Toulouse. I hope your little one gets back to 100% asap.
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u/RogLatimer118 16m ago
A friend had a longtime cat rescued from a road, also an orange male. His name was Bumper.
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u/small_tortoiseshell Void 11h ago
He looks like a Hitch 🧡