Charles River Alleycats

Arbiter and Cortana

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Little Yogi-Bear and Peggy-Sue were found as tiny kittens in a garage in Hyde Park in the spring of 2008. They were among a litter of 5. They were unique in that both had only three full legs; the fourth on each was missing an ankle and a foot. They were very rambunctious little ones and thrived in foster care. Our task to find them a home together was pushing the issue as both were special needs – however, we wanted to keep them together so they could share everything on the same level.

Along came Mike and Nicole who were looking for a pair of kittens to call their own. They came to visit them in foster care along with many others available for adoption.

We loved them, and quickly realized that they were the ones for us. We’re a couple of misfits ourselves, so three legged siblings would be a perfect fit.

They went home a few weeks later.

They burst out of the carrier and immediately began exploring the apartment – 'We own this, and this, and this is ours, and you can have that – no that’s ours too!' – Then nap time!

They were renamed Arbiter and Cortana. Now a year and a half later, they are almost full grown.

Arbiter is a total spaz and very vocal...Cortana has gained weight cause she’s a bit of a piggy, but we keep her active and chasing Nerf darts. They always greet us at the door and act as our alarm clock in the morning.

Recently, Arbiter had a "stumputation". His stump had been a literal sore spot for him since he was adopted. His vet, Dr. Chris Ulrich, suggested surgery to remove more of his stump. Now his leg ends up above his knee and just below the hip. Everything went very well, he is recovered now, and Cortana has welcomed him back as her partner in crime.

We are so thankful that Charles River Alleycats found them and gave us the opportunity to adopt the six legs of cat that we now call family.

Another HAPPY TAILS!

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