Simon [redux]

January 18, 2013

mellen says: Simon was sick when I adopted him from the pound, so sick I was warned he might not make it. That didn't keep either of us from fighting though! After a long day at the vet (being treated for pneumonia, dehydration, malnutrition and worms), he's been getting noticeably better by the day! It took him a week to finally come out from the couch, two weeks to play with string and beg for food, and he just keeps getting fatter and healthier looking. Hopefully the next milestone will be getting a picture of him with his eyes open!

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rileymama - 11 years, 3 months ago

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47 points

Hang in there Simon -- you're a beautiful kitty and there a beautiful life waiting for you with people and kitties who love you!

MomcatSooma - 11 years, 3 months ago

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930 points

I love seeing Simon's progress as he gets healthier by the day! Thank you for saving his life!

elly - 11 years, 3 months ago

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866 points

He is going to be fine, whatever. Thank you for saving him !

Zara - 11 years, 3 months ago

I am looking forward to seeing more pictures!

Smooch - 11 years, 3 months ago

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736 points

Good luck Simon, soon you will be handsome again!

Christy - 11 years, 3 months ago

You're wonderful! Best wishes to both of you. I look forward to seeing more pics of sweet Simon.

eyeluvkitties - 11 years, 3 months ago

19 points

You are a wonderful person for seeing the beauty in this little man even through his sickness. So many people leave the sick animals behind at the pound and just go for the healthy ones. You did a great thing for Simon and he will reward you with by living a great life and giving you a lot of joy. What a sweet little kitty!

mrskitton - 11 years, 3 months ago

584 points

What a sweetheart. Best of luck to Simon and a full and healthy recovery!!!!

6kitties - 11 years, 3 months ago

What a sweet little guy! Kudos to you for saving him :)

mma - 11 years, 3 months ago

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Poor baby Simon; looks as though he will be very handsome as he begins to heal and feel better. Please post again when his eyes open. Thanks for caring for him.

Natthecat - 11 years, 3 months ago

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There are wonderful pictures of Simon with Teddy if you go back to Teddy's photos on 1/10/12. Mellen sure takes on the hard cases and brings them through. I am deeply impressed. Simon and Teddy look healthy and are good friends.

lightfairy287 - 11 years, 3 months ago

10 points

It's people like you that make me happy that the world isn't such a cruel place. Thank you for saving this lovely kitten's life!

crashnandicoot - 11 years, 3 months ago

116 points

You're wonderful. What a precious kitten. Thank you.

Golfergirl55 - 11 years, 3 months ago

568 points

Sweet, sweet Simon!! I just want to hold him! Thank you for saving him. He's beautiful!!!!

GingersMom - 11 years, 3 months ago

542 points

He's gorgeous already, but once he gets completely healthy, he's gonna be incredibly fluffy and SO handsome! Good luck!

mizpat - 11 years, 3 months ago

133 points

Your wonderful story just made my day. I'm glad there are kind people like you in the world - Simon is SO worth saving!

RobinSpringer - 11 years, 3 months ago

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CareAboutCats - 11 years, 3 months ago

326 points

Blessings to you and Simon. Eager to see pics when he feels well enough to open his eyes.

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Mskabibble - 11 years, 3 months ago

417 points

Poor little mite! He will be a gorgeous boy soon & I also can't wait to see more pictures of him. His coat looks like that of my AshKabibble & she's beautiful!

MsKabibble - 11 years, 3 months ago

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417 points

Truly cannot believe how much he looks like my Ashy! The white eyeliner, "luxurious" tail, & all. She had to have an eye removed, but that doesn't detract from her loveliness!

judymack812 - 11 years, 3 months ago

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He looks like a baby Bobcat...what a cute little fellow! God bless you for taking him when I am sure there were plenty of healthy kittens to choose from. He captured your heart! Look at him now and he is a beauty!

susu - 11 years, 3 months ago

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We adopted a one eyed little kitty.
They know when you are helping and that baby will bond with you forever.
Bless You
What a gorgeous little thing

amycats - 11 years, 3 months ago

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Yes, you GO, Simon! I add my vote to those who would like to see him again with his eyes open!

amycats - 11 years, 3 months ago

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Sleep well, Simon! With Mellen behind you, you're at the top of the world!