Harlequin needs your help.

Harlequin was found outside cold, wet, limping, and struggling to breathe. Though she was living as a feral cat, she turned out to be an incredibly sweet and friendly cat who clearly needed help. A Good Samaritan took her in and did everything she could, but Harlequin was still wheezing, had a large lump on her knee, and wasn’t feeling any better, so Whiskers Rescue stepped in to get him the care she desperately needed.

Harlequin was recently seen at Twin Oaks Veterinary Hospital by Dr. Schuler, who examined her under anesthesia. Thankfully, no polyps were found, but heartbreakingly, they discovered BB gun pellets in one of his front paws, leading the team to believe Harlequin may have been used for target practice. We truly cannot understand how anyone could be so cruel.

Bloodwork and a fecal test were also done, and her kidney values came back slightly abnormal. Harlequin is now on Veraflox and Famciclovir to help make breathing easier, but depending on how she responds, she may still need a culture sensitivity test and/or CT scan.

So far, Harlequin’s vet care has totaled $820, and we are asking for help covering these costs so we can continue getting her the treatment she needs. Harlequin has already endured so much, and we want to give this sweet girl the chance to finally feel safe, comfortable, and healthy.

If you’re able to donate toward Harlequin’s care, we would be so grateful. Every dollar helps us continue fighting for her.