Benny Needs Us Now!
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Final update · September 28, 2026
Remembering Benny ❤️
We are heartbroken to share that Benny has crossed the rainbow bridge.
Benny tried so hard. He fought through everything he was facing and held on for as long as he could, but in the end, it was simply too much for his little body.
We are so grateful that Benny knew love, comfort, and care during his time with Not My Cat Sanctuary. He was surrounded by people who refused to give up on him and did everything they could to give him a chance.
While we wish his story could have ended differently, we are thankful Benny did not have to face his final days alone. He was loved, cared for, and given every chance possible.
Thank you to everyone who donated, shared Benny’s story, and followed his journey. Your support allowed Not My Cat Sanctuary to give him the care he needed and to be there for him when he needed them most.
About this campaign
When Benny was rescued from a local apartment complex, he was supposed to be on his way to a better life. Instead, the spay and neuter clinic had to turn him away because he was simply too sick to undergo surgery.
Once Benny arrived at Not My Cat Sanctuary, we took him into our vet and discovered he is FIV positive. We immediately started treatment and immune support, hoping to get him healthy again. Then, just when we thought we were out of the woods, came another heartbreaking diagnosis—stomatitis, a painful inflammatory disease that makes eating and even living comfortably incredibly difficult.
For a while, steroid injections and medication helped manage his pain, but they are no longer working. Benny's condition has become so severe that his veterinary team has fast-tracked his surgery. The only remaining option is full dental extractions, giving him the chance to finally live without constant pain.
The estimated cost of Benny's surgery is $800, and we're asking for your help to make sure nothing stands in the way of the care he urgently needs.
Every donation brings Benny one step closer to a pain-free future. If you're unable to donate, sharing his story can make an incredible difference.
Thank you for standing with Benny and giving this sweet old boy the second chance he deserves. ❤️
8/8/26 Update: Benny is Still Waiting for His Fresh Start
Benny is continuing to receive care from Not My Cat Sanctuary as he waits for the dental surgery he so desperately needs.
After spending so long dealing with painful stomatitis, Benny deserves the chance to finally feel comfortable again. His veterinary team is working to get him ready for his full dental extractions, which are his best hope for relief.
Every donation helps bring Benny closer to the pain-free life he deserves. Thank you for continuing to stand behind this sweet boy. ❤️
- Location
- Fresno, CA • Not My Cat Sanctuary
- Species:
- Cat
- Breed:
- Mix-Breed
- Age:
- 6 years old
- Sex:
- Male