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Mismo
(c) 1996-2000, PetRescue.Com
"Mismo" is the
Spanish word for "same". Mismo is the same tabby cat you see
over and over again - beautiful, sweet, loving and full of fun! He has
been at the sanctuary since 1992. He had been found as a kitten with his
brother in a horse barn. His back leg was badly shattered, probably by a
kick from one of the horses. Our veterinarian did an amazing job of
piecing the leg together. He healed perfectly and despite the metal pin
which is still in his leg, he is constantly on the go and is always into
everything!
Unfortunately, due to his propensity to
tear around at full speed, he somehow managed to get a thorn in his eye
before we had a chance to put him up for adoption. The opthamologist had
never seen such an unusual case, (trust our Mismo!). The thorn had
completely pierced the eye. Initially it was decided that surgery would
do more harm than good because removing the thorn would release proteins
from the cornea, causing a massive infection and probably the loss of
the eye. He requires continual medical care and on-going monitoring to
regulate the eye in the hope of avoiding this expensive and potentially
damaging surgery. Currently, the prognosis is fairly good although at
this point it is doubtful that he can see very much through the eye. He
will also require medication and regular check-ups for the rest of his
life.
As Mismo had already used up two of his
lives in these little misadventures, we decided that we had better
ground him to keep him out of further trouble! Now he devotes his time
to dispensing love and affection to all who cross his path. He is one of
our most popular people greeters. That’s our Mismo - he’s just a
very purrsonable boy! He certainly puts a smile in the day of anyone who
meets him!
We appreciate you taking the time to read
Mismo's story. Thankfully it has a happy ending! If you would like to
contribute something towards his care, please visit our donations
page. Alternatively, if you would like to receive a printed history and
a 4" by 6" glossy color photo of Mismo, you can do so by sponsoring
him. Your contribution will help in his care throughout the coming year.
All proceeds raised through donations
go to help the animals. There are no employees, no administration fees
and no professional fundraisers to pay. Without the support of
generous people like you, we would not be able to continue helping
animals like Mismo.
Finally and most importantly, please
remember to spread the word to always spay/neuter
your pets and help avoid animal overpopulation.
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