July 25, 2014
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, 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
Please volunteer, adopt, or donate if you can
And please visit Dottie's special page at Tabby's Place

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Andemare -
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Awww, she is so sweet! Bless you for taking such good care of her!
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Such a little darling. Thank you for taking such good care of her !
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What a darling little girl Dot is! xoxo
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What a beautiful girl! Thank you so much for giving her the love and care that she deserves!
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That cat is insanely beautiful.
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How could anyone not love her! :-)
Such beautiful eyes. It's so nice to hear all you are doing for her.
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Such a precious baby. God bless you for taking such good care of her.
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Thankfully Dot landed in such great hands. She will never have a minute of stress. Think of a life on the streets for her. Tabby's Place Cat Sanctuary is a wonderful organization. Please check out their website and consider sponsoring a cat. You get monthly updates about "your" cat and newsletters that will make your day. I sponsor "Skittles" now and "Mittens" before that. It's a wonderful thing.
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Dot is a little beauty; I hope in the future she will develop more strength in her hind legs.
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I am in tears while reading this heart-warming back story. Dot is absolutely the cutest tabby that I have ever seen, her eyes are exceptionally perceptive. Thank you for making her life so tolerable, she is so lucky to have found , Tabby's place and you Angela. Such kindness.
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The eyes are windows to the soul. Dot has a strong will to survive.
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OMG - what a precious angel!!!!! Thank you to all the people involving in her care and rehab - you are angels as well. Kisses to this beautful creature!!!
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Wow, thank you for all your hard work, dedication, time and money. We have a disabled/incontinent kitty and know how much cheaper litter is than puppy pads, how much easier it is to care for abled body cats. So, thank you. . .angels saving angels is what you should call yourselves.
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What an incredible story. This beautiful, bright-eyed healthy girl is testament to your amazing care. The only spirit stronger than Dot's is that of Tabby's Place.
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Awww, she is very cute. Bless you for taking such good care of her.
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I'm glad to read of a special needs kitty being taken care of - just because a kitty (person) isn't physically perfect, does not mean that they also don't deserve a good life!

Dot is a beauty, and whoever adopts her will have a wonderful addition to their family!
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Thank you for going the extra mile for this sweet baby. Wishing for a bright future for sweet little Dot.
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So glad she got into the "right hands" where she is being lovingly rehabilitated. Such a sweet looking little girl with the right catitude to make a solid recovery. Blessings to all who care for her:)
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She is just gorgeous! I would love to be able to give her loves! >^..^<
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Oh Dot has stolen my heart! I wish we could see pictures of her progress now that she is 2 years old. God bless you all for the work you do!
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What a darling little girl. Bless you for taking her in and giving her much love and attention. May she live a long and healthy life full of love!!!!!!
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Yes it would be lovely to hear how she's doing now.
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GO LITTLE DOT GO! Me and my special needs kittens are cheering for you! She is truly a beautiful kitten and you can see the love and courage in those eyes.



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