12/10/2025
Update: “ Abel is still frightened right now, but he takes his oral medications well and has a good appetite. He is FIV-positive, and his biggest concern is a mass in his right ear that’s contributing to his respiratory issues and ongoing ear infection.
The good news is that he has gained weight, but he now needs a CT scan to determine whether the ear mass is behaving like a benign polyp (as we suspect). The CT will tell if the mass can be removed with a surgical procedure involving opening the middle ear +/- removing part of the ear canal. These diagnostics and treatments are advanced and very expensive. Before I begin trying to fundraise for his medical needs, we need to find an adopter or rescue group willing to take Able in. If a home/rescue and these diagnostics are not possible, we need to consider euthanasia for this sweet boy.
He is currently in temporary emergency medical foster care, but this space is needed for other critically ill cats. Able needs a place where he can decompress—and ideally a permanent home.
If you’re interested in fostering or adopting Abel, or if your rescue can take him in, please reach out. He truly deserves a safe, loving place to heal. “
Update 12/09/25 “ Abel is still frightened right now, but he takes his oral medications well and has a good appetite. He is FIV positive, and his biggest concern is a mass in his right ear that’s contributing to his respiratory issues and ongoing ear infection.
The good news is that he has gained weight, but he now needs a CT scan to determine whether the ear mass is behaving like a benign polyp (as we suspect). The CT will tell if the mass can be removed with a surgical procedure involving opening the middle ear +/- removing part of the ear canal. These diagnostics and treatments are advanced and very expensive. Before I begin trying to fundraise for his medical needs, we need to find an adopter or rescue group willing to take Able in. If a home/rescue and these diagnostics are not possible, we need to consider euthanasia for this sweet boy.
He is currently in temporary emergency medical foster care, but this space is needed for other critically ill cats. Able needs a place where he can decompress—and ideally a permanent home.
If you’re interested in fostering or adopting Able, or if your rescue can take him in, please reach out. He truly deserves a safe, loving place to heal. “
Update: Trapped and in fostercare.
Update: Placement secured. We just need to trap him.
Courtesy Post 🐾 – Urgent Medical Help Needed – Hartford, CT
‼️ Senior, Frail Cat Needs Immediate Rescue Placement ‼️
A grey and white male, ear-tipped (neutered) outdoor cat has begun showing severe signs of illness and weakness. He is elderly, underweight, and now staying close to the feeder who has been caring for a local colony. He urgently needs rescue, medical evaluation, and safe placement.
Condition:
• Very thin – back and pelvic bones visible
• Watery eyes, nasal discharge, congestion, and frequent sneezing
• Labored breathing, possibly nasal obstruction
• Weak, frail, and appears elderly
He has been seen on and off for about a year but recently has been coming daily and even follows his feeder, allowing close contact and occasional gentle petting. He is now clearly declining and needs help before winter worsens his condition.
Location: Hartford, CT
His feeder is providing food and outdoor shelters but cannot provide medical care. Rescue support, foster placement, and funding for vetting are urgently needed.
If you can foster, please complete our application:
🔗 https://form.jotform.com/243618028564157
To pledge (a promise to donate for vetting once rescued):
🔗 https://form.jotform.com/250728024720046
Pledge ID: Abel - Hartford
Every share, pledge, and foster offer matters. Let’s get this senior boy the care and comfort he desperately needs.
