My name is Boots (must be adopted with Mittens)!

In the early morning, under the cover of darkness, a soft rustling sound was heard near a dumpster behind a local store. The source? Two newborn kittens, so young that their umbilical cords were still attached, their fragile bodies barely moving in the chill of the night. They had been discarded, left in a small, torn box, their tiny lives seemingly deemed worthless.

These kittens were far too young to be separated from their mother, their eyes sealed shut, and their cries faint, struggling to be heard. The umbilical cords were still fresh, a stark reminder that they had just entered this world, only to be abandoned before their first day of life had truly begun. Without the warmth and nourishment of their mother, they were in desperate need of immediate care.

It’s hard to fathom how someone could leave them behind, knowing that without intervention, they wouldn’t survive the night. But their cries didn’t go unnoticed. A passerby, drawn by the faint sounds, found them just in time. Scooping up the helpless kittens, she knew that their survival now depended on the kindness of strangers.

These kittens represent the fragile line between life and death for so many animals abandoned every day. Their story is a reminder of the importance of compassion, of stepping in when others have turned away. With the right care, these tiny souls have a fighting chance to grow into healthy, playful cats, but they need our help to get there.

If this story touches your heart, consider getting involved in fostering or supporting animal rescues. These kittens are just two of many who need a helping hand to ensure their story doesn’t end before it’s had a chance to begin.

For more photos and videos please see our website www.hdbnqrescue.org/queens youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/@HDBnQRescue