May 7, 2012
Angela at Tabby's Place says: Every kitten is cute, but Dot is simply irresistible: two pounds of sweetness from the Old Dominion state. Born in a garage in Virginia, Dot was immediately blessed with angels. From her first rescuers to a devoted foster mama and several hundred Facebook friends, Dot hasn't known a moment without being loved.

Dot's biggest adventure began at the dawn of 2012. Just days after we learned of Dot's situation, our two resident paralyzed cats, Tashi and Gabriella, were adopted together. This pair seemed to be passing the torch to the Virginia tabby. And so we were thrilled to welcome Dot to Tabby's Place. But how does a little brown tabby find friends up and down the Eastern seaboard? Dot was born with a bundle of unique traits: she has a "dot" where most cats have tails; she’s as sweet as maple syrup; she has a definite preference for the color blue; and she has a rare condition called spina bifida. More common in humans than in cats, spina bifida occurs in the womb, when the baby is still in the embryonic stage. Some of Dot's vertebrae are not fully formed. This condition leaves her incontinent, without the use of her hind legs. But don’t tell Dot she's got any problems. Skittering along with her front legs, Dot blissfully hunts her favorite fuzzy blue toy. Cuddling in your arms, her happy eyes tell you she’s in heaven. Even during medical poking and prodding, Dot has a purr that would put the loudest lioness to shame. Dot has no sense of being different, and she's not about to let anything hold her back.

At seven months of age (as of April 2012), Dot is an extremely tiny three pounds. We’ll be starting a physical therapy routine with our brave kitten right away. Starting with exercises to flex and extend her hind legs, this therapy will help to build up muscle tone and give her a better chance of being able to use those legs to some extent. We will soon order Dot a customized mobility cart. Water therapy will also help to strengthen Dot’s muscles and improve her coordination. It’s fortunate that we’re starting Dot on these adventures so young, as it gives her a great chance of getting used to her exercises and even enjoying this special playtime. Of course, after each physical therapy session, we love to snuggle Dot in a baby-blue blanket and give her all the kisses she craves.

All Photos Courtesy of and ©: Tabby's Place Cat Sanctuary
Tabby's Place is a 501c3 nonprofit cage-free sanctuary -- hospital, adoption center, and hospice -- that does not turn away any needy cat from its New Jersey facility
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And please visit Dottie's special page at Tabby's Place

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SharonK1973 -
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Such a cutie! So glad to hear she does so well is and is so loved!
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Dot's story brought tears to my eyes. She's a lucky one to be found and cared for by the good folks of Tabby's Place. If only there were more like Tabby's Place around the world.
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What a sweet sounding little girl and is so lucky to have Tabby's Place in her life. There must be many angels around there! 0:)
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This is a determined little girl! May Dog bless Dot's angels for their understanding of her condition and their willingness to let her live life to the fullest! Then again, as I said, she is a determined girl ~ how could anyone have chosen to do anything but love her?
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Beeeeaaaauuutiful sweeeet girl!!! Thank You for taking care of her!!!
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Totally SWEET & SUPER CUTE!
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She is adorable. Most people would not have put all that effort into caring for an abandoned kitten. She is extremely lucky and she seems very happy to be loved and looked after so well.
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Such lovely "round" eyes .... Hardly ever seen eyes like those before !!!! She's soooooooooo cute !
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"DOT",SO'WONDERFULLY SWEET AND TENDER, WHICH TAKES MY HEART!!!!!
A THOUSAND KISSES AND CARESSES MY LITTLE ANGEL!!!!!!!
SUPER,SUPER CUTEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Awwwww Dot, I wish you lots of progress, happiness and health. You are such a fighter and a surviver and you will win, I feel it in my heart.
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What a determined little girl! Will she be getting a kitty wheel chair? I hope she is used for others dealing with physical ailments once she is capable.
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Dot is very sweet. What a sad start in life, but with all the loving care she should do well.
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What a beautiful little girl. Thank you for giving her such a wonderful chance in life.
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God bless all of you at Tabby's Place! I foster kittens and I know there aren't too many willing to take the extra steps and money to supply these kittens what they need! Dot is a beautiful little girl and thanks to you she will have a chance for a beautiful life!
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What a precious little baby! Bless you for giving these helpless kittens the loving care they so desperately need. Dot is adorable - I hope she will do well, and will eventually find the perfect loving home!
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What a sweet little girl. My heart goes out to her and I hope she has a loving life. Thank all of you for the help and guidance you are giving little Dot. She is truly being blessed by God and his angels.
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What a beautiful little fur ball !!!
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What a little sweetheart she is! And bless you all at Tabby's Place for taking care of her so well. She has the most beautiful eyes and face.
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Little Dot's story left me blubbering at my desk! What a sweet, precious girl - and many, many, many thanks and praises go out to Tabby's Place for caring for her and loving her unconditionally! <3 <3 <3 <3 <3
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I lover her!!!!
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Dot's big eyes and lovely demeanor are captivating. Bless you for helping her live the life every kitten deserves - loved and cherished. Best wishes to her for finding the purrfect furever home.
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What a magnificent furbaby! Hugs and kisses!
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this is one sweet baby and so lucky to have others to love and help her.
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Another story that brings tears to my eyes. I am so happy that Dot found Tabby's Place, as it sounds like a wonderful place to live and get the needed care that she deserves. She is truly adorable and seems content and happy in this photo. Thanks for sharing. Dot is a real trouper!
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Such a pretty girl. Sending love and hugs and kisses and hoping she does well. <3
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What a kind heart you have to love and care for a special kitty like Dot. Many blessings to you.
>^..^<
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Aaawww, what a sweetie-- --best of luck to her!!!!
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What a precious little kitty and bless you for giving her a life of love and caring.
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I LOVE little Dot! Those big eyes make me melt
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she is adorable and can teach us humans one or two things !!! lol
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Bless you for taking such good care of this sweet baby!
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Photos of water therapy, please! Not many cats will tolerate being in water, or therapy, so inquiring minds want to see a young handicapped cattie doing both together!
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Bless you for taking care of this little baby :)
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AAAAAWWW POOR THING ! OMGGGGGG
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Darn!! I was hoping to see a photo of her little "Dot" tail. :)

What a sweetie pie - those eyes are ridiculous!! Dot is a real keeper. Thanks for helping her!! :)
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Seriously, these photos should come with a warning - too much cuteness!! But I doubt Dot would be able tone it down at all! :)
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Did I actually see 3 pics from one person with a very inappropriate tag? Dot deserves all the positive energies and blessings, she is beautiful. And her story had me blubbing as well! Sweet kitty, we all love you and are cheering for you!
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Aneciapitri, you should be ashamed.



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