Save Buddy: A Kitten's Fight for Mobility

It’s taken me quite some time to try to figure out what to put on here; how to ask for help.

Have you ever owned a pet that just tugs at your heart in a way you never thought could be possible? That’s my Buddy. We rescued him for my birthday after my other cat of 13 years passed on Christmas from kidney failure. He’s 5 months old now. Your typical rambunctious kitten. He’s also my shadow. He cuddles me every night, showering me with the unconditional love I’ve needed. But not just me-he puts up with my 5 year olds antics but insists on waking him up in the morning by licking his hair.

Here’s where the need for help comes in; ongoing medical expenses.

I had to take Buddy to the vet yesterday as his proprioception became nonexistent for his back legs; he became unable to walk. Scans, tests, and hours later the vet told me he believes Buddy took trauma to his spine. He’s currently on a couple different medications, but has not shown improvement. He spends most of his day laying down. He’s currently needing assistance getting in/out of the liter box along with motivation to keep eating. But that hasn’t stopped him; he rolls to play with his toys ❤️

He has a follow up appointment next week along with a neurologist if things don’t improve. I’m not sure what the future holds for him, but Buddy’s life has just begun and I refuse to be the one to call it quits for him.