Oscar is a 10-year-old Domestic Shorthair cat in Huntington, WV, who needs $2,000 for urgent medical care.

Oscar spent more than a decade roaming the streets. Sadly, his caretaker recently passed away, leaving Oscar to face the world alone.

He had never experienced the warmth and comfort of being indoors, but thankfully, a kind-hearted family member came to Oscar's rescue and welcomed him into their home.
But they soon discovered Oscar needed urgent medical care they could not afford. They contacted One By One Animal Advocates for help.

"Oscar's swollen paws are split open and bleeding, which makes it incredibly painful for him to walk," Heather A., with the nonprofit group, tells Waggle. "This is a condition called plasma cell pododermatitis."

He is underweight, and his teeth are so rotten his tongue won't stay in his mouth. He may also be deaf or have polyps in his ears.

Oscar will need antibiotics and dental surgery when he gains weight and is stable.

Poor Oscar never puts his head down! Even while he sleeps. Heather suspects it's because he lived outside for so long he's used to being on high alert.

But with your help, Oscar can get the care he needs and live out his senior years indoors with a loving family.

"We look forward to getting him in tiptop shape so he can enjoy life," Heather says. "We would appreciate your help in doing so!"