Help Save Henry's Eye and Give Him the Future He Deserves

Henry appeared suddenly in the same area where another community cat had recently been found, a friendly black cat with a painful looking injury near his eye.

At first, rescuers feared the worst. Henry disappeared for a while, and everyone worried they might never see him again. But on Friday morning, he finally came back. Gatos Borincoon was able to trap him and bring him to the vet that very same day.

Because of the location and severity of the injury, there was real concern that Henry might lose his eye. Thankfully, his first veterinary exam brought some cautiously hopeful news: the injury appears to be an abscess above his eye that burst near his eyelid. He received injectable antibiotics and anti inflammatory medication to begin treating the infection and swelling, and he will need a follow up exam in two weeks to evaluate how his eye is healing and determine the next steps in his care.

Henry has clearly had a difficult time surviving outdoors. His body is covered in multiple scratches, and his skin and coat show the toll that stray life has taken on him. He was treated with Revolution Plus to help address fleas, ticks, and other parasites, and his rescuers are hopeful that with proper care, his skin will heal and his beautiful black fur will begin to grow back.

Gatos Borincoon focuses primarily on TNVR, but when an injured cat shows up in one of their colony caretakers’ areas, they do everything they can to help. Henry is exactly the kind of cat who needs that chance. Once he has recovered and had his recheck, the plan is to have him neutered, vaccinated, and brought into a foster home so he can eventually be adopted.

Despite everything he has been through, Henry is incredibly sweet. He is friendly, gentle, and full of love. His rescuers believe that once his eye heals and his fur grows back, he will be a stunningly handsome cat, and more importantly, a wonderful companion for a very lucky person.

Henry’s care is just beginning. He still needs his follow up exam, continued treatment for his eye injury, parasite prevention, neuter surgery, vaccines, and foster care before he can be ready for adoption.

We are raising funds to help Gatos Borincoon cover the veterinary expenses of taking Henry into their rescue and giving him the care he needs to heal.

For small rescues, fundraisers like this are a lifeline. Your donation will help Henry continue his recovery, receive the medical care he needs, and move one step closer to the safe, loving indoor life he deserves.

6/30/26 Update

We have a wonderful update to share. Henry is doing better and recovering well!

His abscess is starting to dry up, though there is still some slow drainage that needs continued care. He is being cleaned at least twice a day to keep him comfortable and help support his healing.

While his photos may look concerning, his personality is shining through. He is happily demanding attention, asking for food, and showing everyone just how loving and affectionate he is. Despite everything he has been through, he continues to be a sweet and vocal boy who loves being around people.

He has a veterinary checkup scheduled for Friday, where he will be evaluated and the next steps for his care will be determined.

We want to thank everyone who donated, shared, and sent kind thoughts for him. Your support has helped give him the care and comfort he needed during this difficult time.

Thank you for being part of his journey and helping him get the second chance he deserves.