The cat, covered in clumps of fur, was struggling with the pain of tangled mats that could lead to bruising and skin irritation.
Mehdi, recognising her distress, took her home, offering her food, water, and comfort.
Surprise discovery
After carefully cutting off some of the matted fur, he bathed her and booked a vet appointment for the next day. To his surprise, the cat had a microchip, and its registration traced back to 2010, revealing she was at least 15 years old. When contacted, her previous owner shared that she had given the cat to someone else a decade ago and couldn’t remember who.
The woman was devastated by the cat’s condition.
Happy ending for Lil Bit
With permission to keep the cat, Mehdi named her Lil Bit. After receiving medical attention and vaccinations, she settled into her new home, where she formed a bond with Mehdi’s other senior cat. Fans of the story on Reddit, which quickly gained thousands of upvotes, praised his compassionate actions.
Lil Bit is now thriving, enjoying warmth, rest, and a loving new family.
