Seven Tiny Kittens Leave Shelter for a Fresh Start Filled with Love and Exploration

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Seven tiny kittens are beginning a new, hopeful chapter after being rescued from a shelter, thanks to the dedication of Penny Richards, a longtime foster caregiver for the Animal Welfare League of Arlington (AWLA).

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Penny received an urgent call about seven newborn kittens who needed immediate care. With no time to spare, AWLA arranged for their rescue, ensuring all the kittens reached Penny safely by day’s end.

“When they arrived, I could tell they were no more than a day old – maybe even younger,” Penny shared with Love Meow.

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The kittens’ mother was missing, and without her, they were vulnerable. Penny knew the critical importance of early milk for newborns, as it boosts their immunity.

“Thankfully, they came in at a healthy weight despite being tiny. The runt was only 67 grams,” Penny recalled. Initially, they needed small, frequent feedings until they grew stronger.

Within a few days, three kittens developed stomach issues. Penny provided them with medication and round-the-clock support, and after a couple of days, they were thriving again. “I felt so relieved. They all had a strong will to live.”

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Among the litter, Lucy, a dilute calico, was the biggest, while David, a small cream-colored kitten, was determinedly catching up.

By the end of the first week, David had nearly doubled his size. Edgar, a black and white tabby, was known for slipping into “food comas,” often falling asleep with his tiny tongue still curled after eating.

By week two, the kittens’ eyes had opened, and they began to show their playful personalities. Penny shared how the kittens would “roll over after every meal and wave their legs in the air as if swimming.” The scene was heartwarming and adorable.

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As they grew stronger, the kittens’ curiosity flourished. Edgar often watched Penny through the incubator door while Star, Alan, and Lucy attempted small escapes each time she opened it.

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Soon, the kittens outgrew their incubator and moved into a spacious playpen. They’re four weeks old and lively and interactive, with hearty appetites and round bellies.

Sam, one of the kittens, often “helps” Penny by pawing at her notebook as she records their growth.

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“As soon as they’re done eating, they purr loudly and climb up for cuddles,” Penny says, adding, “This is going to be a very loving and cuddly group.”

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