It was left on the side of the road.
A Heartbreaking Discovery in Devon
Earlier this month, the team at Animals in Distress, a small rescue center in Devon, England, was confronted with a tragic and unusual situation. A taped-up helium balloon tank box had been found abandoned by the side of a busy road. But what lay inside was far from what anyone expected.
A Shocking Find Inside the Box
Upon opening the box, the rescuers discovered not a helium tank, but a young cat. Eager for freedom, the cat quickly popped his head out, meeting his rescuers’ gaze. The team at Animals in Distress was heartbroken by the sight of the feline, clearly shaken from his ordeal.
“He is a sweet boy and super friendly, though understandably a little freaked out at the moment,” the rescue center shared in a Facebook post. The little cat, now named Baloo, was immediately cared for, with plans set in motion for his veterinary check-up.
Baloo’s New Life Begins
As Baloo settled into the cattery, he quickly started to adjust. Surrounded by other cats and toys, the young cat slowly began to enjoy his new surroundings. His affectionate nature left rescuers concerned that he might have been abandoned by a family who once cared for him.
“He must have been someone’s pet,” said Rowana Rowan, the communications coordinator for Animals in Distress. “We can’t imagine who would do this.”
Hope for a Better Future
Though Baloo’s beginnings were difficult, the team at Animals in Distress is optimistic about his future. They find solace in knowing that he is now on a path to a stable and loving life.
“Cases like these are heartbreaking for the rescue teams that have to handle them,” Rowan explained. “But it’s incredibly rewarding to see animals like Baloo regain their confidence and eventually find happiness after such a rough start.”