At times, we tend to rush to judgment about people who leave their pets at an animal shelter. However, not everyone does so with ill intentions.
Occasionally, circumstances such as the owner’s passing or the financial burden of pet care can lead to such actions. While most of us bring pets into our homes with good intentions, sometimes situations change beyond our control.
One day, as Kristi Idnurm began her shift at the Pet Valu pet store in the quiet town of Georgetown, she stumbled upon a sight that took her by surprise.
Kristi discovered 21 kittens in a crate outside the store, accompanied by a note that touched her deeply.
The note spanned three pages and explained the circumstances under which the animals were left. It mentioned that the person had no other choice and requested to be understood before being judged.
Kristi, who manages her own cat rescue organization, was initially shocked and then saddened by what she found.
Utterly Heartbroken
Although the kittens appeared healthy and unruffled, the note revealed that there were more animals left behind, but they had already found new homes.
“The note expressed, ‘I’ve been rescuing cats all my life, but this year has shattered me. I couldn’t find homes for all these kittens, and I have run out of time. Please try to understand me before passing judgment,'” as stated in the note.
It turned out that the person who left the cats had recently experienced a series of tragedies. Her son had been in a car accident, she had lost her aunt to cancer, and she had used her savings for the funeral. Furthermore, she had been evicted from her home and, instead of collecting her belongings, she aimed to secure shelter for the cats.
In addition to leaving the cage of kittens, the woman had also withdrawn her “last $30” from her bank account.
With the assistance of volunteers, Kristi diligently worked to secure foster homes for all the animals.
All Kittens Placed in New Homes
“My volunteers came in and helped with feeding the cats, cleaning litter boxes, and addressing inquiries,” she informed The Dodo.
One of the volunteers shared on Facebook: “We have successfully found homes for all 21 cats! Witnessing the outpouring of support from the volunteers was truly heartwarming! ❤️”
We hope the woman who abandoned the cats finds solace in knowing the animals are safe. We also express our gratitude for her immense care and compassion towards the animals.
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