Katherine Van Beek, an animal lover, was walking home when she noticed a tiny creature on the sidewalk. At first, she thought it was a mouse. But as she got closer, she realized it was a newborn kitten with its umbilical cord still attached. Despite the slim chances of survival for such a young and vulnerable kitten, Katherine decided to rescue it.
She brought the motherless kitten home and named him Bruce after Batman because he, too, was an orphan. Katherine cared for him day and night, praying for his survival. She planned to foster Bruce and find him a forever home. But everything changed when Bruce opened his eyes for the first time.
Under Katherine’s care, Bruce thrived! And here’s the twist: his light grey coat turned black. The vet explained that Bruce had a “fever coat.” When a mother is sick or stressed during birth, parts of the kitten’s fur can change color—to grey, cream, or even red.
Now, the once-tiny grey kitten is a big boy who loves life. His favorite pastime? Bird watching! Thank you, Katherine, for saving this precious cat’s life!