Saving Mercy our Intersex Cat

I'm reaching out on behalf of my brother-in-law's beloved cat, Mercy, who has recently encountered a bizarre and challenging medical situation. Mercy's journey has taken unexpected twists, and now they need our help more than ever.

A few days ago, Mercy, a cat who has been a cherished member of our family for years, had a frightening encounter with poisonous plants, leading to an urgent hospitalization. However, the situation quickly became even more complex. Initially thought to be a female, (her medical records said she had been spade) further examination revealed a surprising revelation - Mercy had a penis. She possessed both ovarian and penile anatomy. This complicated the medical procedure for the vets, because navigating a cat's intersex anatomy would be novel territory. This delayed our progress and allowed the poisoning to worsen.

However, further investigations by the veterinary team uncovered another unexpected turn - Mercy is, in fact, male, with no ovaries and a singular penis. Due to the severity of the poisoning, the vet recommended the removal of Mercy's penis. Thus, Mercy found themselves back at square one, now a neutered male cat, with no penis, having undergone a costly and emotionally taxing medical procedure.

While this surgery is essential for Mercy's health and well-being, it comes with a substantial financial burden. As a result, our family is now facing a daunting medical bill totaling $7,500.

We would love some help if you can!