A kitten found hiding on a car tire truly thrived when she met a three-legged cat that needed her.
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A Good Samaritan heard meows coming from a car and discovered a tiny kitten hiding on a tire under the wheel well.
The kitten was scared but stayed still, letting the finder gently lift her from her hiding spot. Exhausted and covered in grease, she was finally safe and brought to AnimalLuvr’s Dream Rescue.
Nadija, a long-time volunteer with the rescue, took her in and gave her a place to land after a lifetime on the run.
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The kitten, Coco, didn’t put up a fight, even during her bath. After getting all cleaned up, she polished off her food and curled up for a long, well-earned nap, catching up on lost sleep.
She woke up refreshed, her purr engine rumbling softly as she leaned in to her foster mom for affection.
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“She’s the sweetest little girl that comes when called or the second she sees me, loves snuggles and to be held, and has a purr loud enough to hear across the room. She’s also incredibly soft, so cute, and a bit sassy. The total package,” Nadija shared.
Thrilled to be indoors, Coco still longed for a buddy—someone to chase, tumble with, and curl up beside after playtime.
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About two weeks before Coco entered foster care, an orange-and-white kitten with a severely injured leg was brought to the county shelter, desperate for a lifeline. Even with her hands full, Nadija didn’t think twice about stepping in to help.
After a much-needed bath, Peach (the kitten) perked up in all the best ways: eating heartily, purring nonstop, kneading her blankets, and even using the litter box.
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When it became clear her leg couldn’t be saved, she underwent surgery and bounced back with remarkable resilience. Now three-legged and infection-free, she’s found her rhythm, moving with confidence. “She’s so incredibly sweet despite everything she’s been through.”
“Since she was so tiny (only a little over a pound), a cone wasn’t an option for her, so I made her a cute sock sweater.”
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With excellent care and plenty of TLC, she healed steadily and grew stronger each day.
Peach was soon hopping around on three paws, navigating her world without missing a beat. She surprised everyone with how quickly she took to play again, even attempting to climb the cat tree like nothing had changed.
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As Peach grew in size and spirit, so did her longing for a constant companion. Meanwhile, Coco was adjusting beautifully to foster life, quietly hoping for a friend to share her days. When the two finally met, it was as if they’d known each other all their lives.
Coco’s playful, outgoing energy is the perfect balance to Peach’s sweet and cuddly nature, like puzzle pieces that just click into place.
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They gravitate toward each other, swapping toys, sharing beds, and turning every nap into a cozy pile of paws and purrs.
Though they came from different beginnings, they have become best friends, finding comfort in each other. Coco showers Peach with snuggles as if she knows her new sister could use the extra love.
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In just two weeks, Coco went from a tiny stray, always on the run, to a playful, confident young cat with a three-legged best friend who leans on her like they’ve been through it all.
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Share this story with your friends. More on Coco and Peach and Nadija’s fosters on Instagram@tiny.paws.fosters and AnimalLuvr’s Dream Rescue @animalluvrsdreamrescue.
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