The two little creatures were sick and weighed barely 1.3 lbs when rescuers took them into care. Their state of health was deeply concerning.
An advert offering free kittens
The two kittens were given away online through an advert that claimed: "Healthy kittens to give away". However, the kittens were far from healthy. Veterinary exams revealed they suffered from a severe case of cat flu, a respiratory infection that made it very hard for them to breathe. On top of that, pus was discharging from their eyes, and the poor babies struggled to open them.
Their health was not the only issue. Neither of the kittens had a microchip. In France, microchipping is legally required before any cat changes hands, whether given away or sold.
A vital reminder for pet owners
Following this situation, the charity Les Patounes de Bezons shared an important reminder on Facebook. A kitten is not an object you can simply hand over without caring about its future. At their young age and in their condition, these kittens depend entirely on rescuers for their food, health and safety.
The rescuers pointed out that adverts for free kittens often conceal sick, neglected animals without medical care. When people ignore the rules, rescue charities are left to step in and handle costly medical treatment. To prevent similar situations, Les Patounes de Bezons strongly encourages owners to get their cats spayed or neutered. This simple step helps limit unwanted litters and abandoned pets.
Translated from the FR Wamiz website using artificial intelligence
