Neglectful owners dump sweet senior cat 'Xena' to make room for a baby, Xena gets brought in by rescue org that makes sure she'll never have to worry again

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kalila courban
Feb 24, 2025 5:00 PM EST

Hey there, friends and fellow cat lovers. We will never understand the mindset of people who adopt pets only to abandon them when they decide to expand their families. It simply doesn't make sense to us. Pets are a lifelong commitment—cats can live well over 20 years, and dogs aren't far behind. Bringing an animal into your home isn't just a temporary arrangement; it's a long-term investment in love, companionship, and responsibility. Frankly, we believe that if someone isn't willing to provide even the most basic level of care, they shouldn't be allowed to adopt a pet in the first place.

Sadly, poor Xena was a victim of exactly this kind of neglect. At 10 years old, this sweet senior cat was cast aside, left without the love and security she so desperately needed and deserved. Thankfully, a caring rescue organization stepped in to help. Upon arrival, Xena was found to be underweight and suffering from multiple infections, but she's now receiving the medical attention she needs—and, just as importantly, all the love she could ever want.

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    "Xena, the neglected owner surrender we rescued from the shelter"

    Xena was surrendered because her family had a baby. She was surrender with her puppy friend (pup was rescued as well I believe). Both were extremely neglected. Heavily matted fur that smelt like urine and feces, underweight, and Xena has an old break/injury to her sternum that was never treated. Anyone who
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    "we are a 501c3 foster-based rescue in SC, we fully vet, vaccinate, spay/neuter, test for FIV/FeLV, microchip, etc"

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    works at a shelter or generally with animal welfare knows we see this TOO often... and to surrender her to a shelter with a euth list of all places. Although the shelter was a better place than the place she called home honestly.
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    We took Xena to the vet, and the vet was as disappointed with her previous owners as we were. We noticed when we rescued her from the shelter that she had a bone protruding from her chest. That bone was her sternum. The vet confirmed it was an old injury/break that was never
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    addressed with her previous owners. Thankfully it doesn't cause her any pain anymore, the vet was able to pop it into place but it doesn't stay in place. (4th and 5th photo you can see it sticking out, it's very prominent). Vet said we could open her chest up and do surgery but due to her age (she's 10 and this is likely the first time being at the vet) that it wouldn't be worth it since it doesn't cause any pain and it's not a life threatening issue.
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    She got groomed yesterday and got all the matted fur off, and she looks and smells so much better. Not to mention she must feel better with all those mats gone. So now we're treating everything and working on putting some weight on her. She's the
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    weight on her. She's the SWEETEST cat. Nudges our heads for 'and follows us everywhere. From this point on our res Will ensure she only knows love. She will never have to worry about her needs not being taken care of ever again!
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  • With a warm bed, steady meals, and people who truly care for her, we have a feeling that Xena will never have to worry again. From here on out, it’s only love, comfort, and happiness for this resilient kitty. And honestly? We wouldn’t have it any other way.

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    PinkyAmethyst OP. the 6th photo is where the sternum issue is super visible This kitty is so sweet though, we adore her! And we can't wait til she starts feeling better Our rescue will ensure she only knows love from this point on, she deserves the best!
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    • Swimming-Sand6166 · 1d ago Thank you for rescuing her. What a beauty. She looks so happy cleaned up. I had the same experience once and made sure the owners could never adopt again.
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    Tuftsalum I can't tell you how grateful I am for people like you. I don't think I'll ever make it to heaven, but I'll bother God everyday for you when it's your turn. Thank you.
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    decrepitmonkey. I love Xena so much. I have been following her story and just thank you for everything you've done for her. I truly wish her the best golden years a kitty could ask for
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    Rare_State259 · 1d ago It makes me so angry that humans can do this to animals. I am so happy your able to give her the care and trust love and support she needs!!! Thank you for all you do on a daily basis
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    onebirdonawire Maybe they should surrender the baby, too. At least give it a chance.
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    xajhx . I feel sorry for their child. How someone treats their animals is usually indicative of how they treat other humans.
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