Batman is an 8-year-old Domestic Shorthair in Hubert, NC, who needs $400 to fix his leg.

Batman literally appeared in my life like a superhero. He showed up on my friends back porch in the middle of the night. She couldn't keep him, so I took him in when he was a little kitten. He's our cat/dog. He follows you around and knows basic commands. He loves potato chips and hot dogs. He's one of a kind.

Batman loves every animal he meets. He's never met a stranger either. He's caring and kind. If there is a homeless cat he will literally bring them home with him and share his food/bed. He'll play fetch and sit to beg for food when you are eating. It's the cutest thing. He's our perfect little dog stuck in a cat body.

If my family loses Batman to something unnecessary like being unable to pay when he can be fixed will be devastating. My father is retired from the Marine Corps after serving this great country for 22 years. Batman is his buddy. They are always outside together.

Batman was hit by a car. His back leg is fractured and his belly was ripped open. He is stable as of right now. The emergency vet thinks it will require surgery to fix. I am concerned for his quality of life after this accident. He's currently residing at Swansboro Emergency Hospital. The team here is great.

Batman knows his name. When it's dinner time all we have to do is stick our head out the door and yell for him. You can hear his bell around his neck ring as he runs from his lounging spot outside. He's so beautiful and pure. I don't think he has a mean bone in his body. He gives me hope that there is still good in this world.