Emergency Leg Amputation Needed! Help Tiny Kaia Heal

On the way home from the airport, a volunteer with Rescue Kitties of Hawaii spotted a tiny kitten on the side of the road. She was just six weeks old, scared, and all alone. They scooped her up and named her Kaia, a name as sweet as she is. She was covered in fleas, clearly in pain, and likely suffering from a broken front leg.

Kaia is now safe in rescue, finally getting the love and care she needs. She’s being treated for fleas, kept warm and comfortable, and her pain is being managed. She’s sweet, snuggly, and full of purrs! Despite everything, she wants nothing more than to feel safe and loved.

At just under two pounds, Kaia is still too small to fly to Oʻahu for specialized orthopedic care. Once she’s big enough, she’ll make the trip for advanced treatment. In the meantime, Rescue Kitties of Hawaii is giving her everything she needs to grow and prepare for the next step in her healing journey.

Donations will help cover Kaia’s medical care and recovery. Every bit of support brings her closer to a healthy, pain-free future. Please give if you can. This tiny girl has a long road ahead, but with help, she will have the support needed to thrive!

Update 06/27
Kaia’s x-rays just came back, and unfortunately, the news isn’t what her caretakers had hoped for. Her leg is badly broken and so severely that it can’t be repaired. After consulting with the vet team, it’s been decided that the only way forward is an emergency amputation.

While it’s heartbreaking, the team is staying hopeful. Kaia is still just a baby, and her young age is on her side. Cats are incredibly resilient, and many adapt beautifully to life on three legs. They are confident that with time, love, and proper care, she’ll bounce back and thrive.

Thank you to everyone who has been rooting for her so far. Your support means everything as she prepares her for surgery and continues her healing journey. We’ll keep you posted every step of the way!

Update 07/01
At Rescue Kitties of Hawaii every cat/kitten is Ohana. We embrace the no kitty left behind concept. Our little tripedal princess is recovering well after her amputation surgery-she is the littlest snuggle bug with the biggest purrs. Today’s Kaia couture consists of a purple “socksie”with stitch embroidered.

Update 07/11
If you’re wondering what Kaia is wearing for her play date today-it’s Dinosaurs! Stay tuned for what’s next on #kaiakittycouture. Also of note-Her post surgery recovery is going well! Still have a few hundred left to raise to pay for her surgery but this kitty will be ready for adoption before you know it!