Espresso is an 11-year-old Siamese cat mix in Huntington, WV, who needs $2,000 for urgent leg surgery.

Espresso's rescue story is so incredible it will give you goosebumps! Sheer timing and a man who turned out to be a good Samaritan narrowly saved this cat's life.

The man was driving during a downpour and thought he saw the glimpse of an animal's eyes reflect in his headlights. It was dark and raining, but he felt like he should pull over and investigate. His hunch was correct! That's when this hero spotted a cat dragging his horribly injured leg behind him, struggling on the side of the road. So what does the man do? He fearlessly picked up the kitty, put him in his car, and brought him home so he would be safe. Then he contacted One By One Animal Advocates.

"We are just so thankful the man had such a big heart and didn't just drive on by," Heather A., with the group, tells Waggle. "The man said the cat's leg was dangling; he was in such bad shape. The man didn't have the resources to care for the cat. It was a lot for him to take on. We are so grateful he contacted us, and we could help."

One By One brought Espresso to the Proctorville Animal Clinic, and X-rays showed he suffered a devastating break in one of his back legs.

"We're assuming he was hit by a car to suffer that kind of injury," Heather says. "Espresso has to have an operation where the surgeon will pin the bone so it will heal. Six to eight weeks later, the pin will be removed. Espresso is expected to do very well and will eventually be up for adoption."

The group says they have so much to be grateful for this holiday season. They hope generous pet lovers will contribute to Espresso's campaign so he can get his surgery.

"The resilience of animals to survive will never cease to amaze me," Heather adds. "I am thankful the man chose to stop in the rain to help an old cat. I'm so thankful Espresso is a fighter. The vet said he has not stopped purring and does everything in his power to catch their attention for head rubs and love. This is why we do what we do, to give an old cat a chance to recover and be loved. The hero didn't give up. Espresso didn't give up. We hope others won't give up on him and will donate."