In October 2024, a persistent meowing was heard from inside a car. When the hood of the car was lifted, a young kitten was found scared and hovering over the motor. The kitten to be dubbed, “Chester” was dehydrated, covered in ringworm, and had a respiratory and severe eye infection.
Mary Kay Leonardo, a Northside Pet Connection member, came to the rescue. Since Chester was only about 4 weeks old and was in such a fragile state, he had to be medicated and fed with a feeding tube 24 hours around the clock. All this love, care and attention resulted in a beautiful and robust kitten. When Chester was completely well, he was neutered and sent to a loving new family.
The Northside Pet Connection offers spay and neuter vouchers to five counties in our area, and in addition, when an emergency situation such as Chester comes in, members respond with the love, care and attention that is needed. Special thanks to Mary Kay Leonardo for her wonderful care of Chester.
Written by: Christine Braziel, Northside Pet Connection