Phineas Was Starving and Almost Furless—Now He Needs Our Help Again

You have never met a sweeter cat than Phineas.

About a month ago, this incredibly sweet boy wandered up to one of Murdock’s Mission’s colony feeding stations. He was starving and desperately begging for food, and it was immediately clear that he needed more help than a meal could provide.

Phineas was covered in ringworm from head to toe and had lost nearly all of his fur, leaving him almost completely naked. We scooped him up and brought him to safety right away.

Once he was in our care, we learned that Phineas was barely a year old and FIV positive. FIV doesn't scare us, especially when we meet a cat as loving and gentle as Phinn, but he was already fighting one health issue—and then we discovered another.

Phineas was also diagnosed with juvenile gingivitis, a painful condition that can cause significant inflammation in the mouth and lead to more serious dental problems if it isn't treated.

The good news is that Phineas has finally started winning his battle with ringworm! 🎉 His fur is coming back, he's safe, and he's getting the care he deserves.

Now it's time to take care of his next medical need: dental surgery.

Depending on how many teeth need to be removed, Phineas's dental procedure is expected to cost approximately $300–$600. For a young cat who has already been through so much, getting this care now can help prevent ongoing pain and additional problems down the road.

We’re fundraising to help cover Phineas’s upcoming dental surgery, which is expected to cost up to $600, as well as the veterinary care and ringworm treatment he has already received since coming into our care. Your donation will help us cover both the care that has already been provided and the treatment Phineas still needs.

Phineas came to us hungry, sick, and nearly without a coat. Now he's showing us just how sweet and resilient he is.

Please help us get Phineas the dental care he needs to keep moving toward a healthy, comfortable life. Every donation helps, and every share can connect Phinn with someone who wants to be part of his journey.

Thank you for helping us give cats like Phineas the medical care they deserve. ❤️