Several months ago, a stray cat wandered onto an unfamiliar front porch and settled on the doormat for a bit of respite. To the astonishment of the residents, the small feline guest made himself comfortable outside, and when they opened the door, he confidently strolled inside as if he owned the place. He wasted no time in welcoming them with affectionate rubs and meows.

The cat was content to receive a plate of nourishing food, quench his thirst with water, and find a makeshift nest for some much-needed rest. However, little did he realize that his life was on the brink of a transformation.

The observant residents noticed that he limped and couldn’t put weight on one of his hind legs. Upon closer examination, they discovered that his leg was wounded. They reached out to Chatons Orphelins Montreal, an animal rescue group, in the hopes of securing the necessary medical attention and a brighter future for the cat.

Celine, a member of the rescue organization, sprang into action and organized transportation to get the cat to a veterinarian promptly. The cat appeared emaciated and weathered, and X-rays revealed an infection in his leg, likely stemming from an untreated bite wound.

The cat possessed extra toes on his paws, resembling mittens, and exuded warmth and affection, eagerly seeking human interaction.

“We gave him the name Hemingway. He was exhausted from trying to fend for himself outdoors, and it was high time he received assistance,” Celine shared with Love Meow. “He came into our care with complete confidence. He allowed us to carry him and demanded our attention if we weren’t already showering him with affection. He was simply delighted to have someone looking after him.”