Missie arrived at our shelter very pregnant and gave birth the very next day to five tiny kittens. The new family was quickly placed with one of our experienced fosters, Crystal. Sadly, the smallest kitten did not survive - a heartbreaking reality we sometimes face.

A few days later, a single kitten arrived at our shelter and we named her Maelle. She had no mother, no siblings, and no one to care for her. Hoping for a miracle, Crystal offered to take Maelle home, placing her near Misse and her litter, but remaining close by.

Then something incredible happened. Maelle began to crawl. Slowly, determined, she made her way toward Missie and her kittens… and when Missie realized she was there, she did something we’ll never forget. She gently scooped Maelle up with her paws and pulled her close - welcoming her as her own.

Now, Missie is raising all of her babies together, including little Maelle, surrounded by warmth, safety, and love.

This is what fostering makes possible. This is what your support makes possible. This is how, together, we Let Love Live. 🐾

*Our organization is not a chapter or branch of the ASPCA or the Humane Society of the United States and we are not taxpayer funded. We are a private, independent animal welfare organization relying on our local community's support. Our Tax ID is 57-0329782.

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