Pumpkin is a 6 month old Mix-Breed in Hermitage, PA, who needs $2,000 for Exam and Treatments.

Pumpkin came to R3 as an outdoor cat colony—just 6 months old, ready to take on her second chance.

But not long after, poor Pumpkin began showing signs of pain and swelling around her gums, and it’s progressively worsened. Which, given her young age, was incredibly unusual and required extensive diagnostic testing, X-rays, and treatment to diagnose.

The answer? Severe stomatitis—a brutal inflammatory disease where her own body attacks her teeth and gums, and sadly, it will progressively get worse. Already, her tiny mouth is so inflamed and infected that there isn’t a moment where she’s truly comfortable.

Despite it all, Pumpkin is a little ball of sunshine with the biggest heart. She’s the kind of cat who greets you at the door, follows you from room to room, and gently pats your arm when she wants attention. She loves chasing her toy mice, watching birds out the window, and snuggling into my lap when she’s tired. Everyone who meets her comments on how gentle and affectionate she is—she’s the perfect little shadow.

But Pumpkin’s sudden medical issue has come at a tough time financially. Her vet visits and treatment costs have skyrocketed. Surgery is officially scheduled for January 5th, the cost of which ($2,100) must be covered in full before the procedure date. I’m doing everything I can to get her the care Pumpkin needs, but really need all the support possible.

If you’re able to help – even a little – your support goes directly toward ensuring Pumpkin’s January 5th surgery can happen on time and her pain can finally end. ❤️