Press Releases

December 22, 2006
For Immediate Release
Media Contact:  Angela Speed
Phone:  (414) 431-6104
E-mail:  aspeed@wihumane.org

Broken Leg Doesn't Break Kitten's Vibrant Spirit

MILWAUKEE – “Meow Meow” the kitten seems to think that her brand new cast is a special holiday toy. The animated kitten twirls her lime green appendage in the air, swings it to bat imaginary foes, and flaunts it for extra attention. Although she hasn’t gotten around to collecting autographs for her cast, it’s surely on her agenda. Fortunately for Meow Meow, she doesn’t seem to remember the pain she felt when it was first injured.

Meow Meow’s right front leg was accidentally broken by her former guardian, who thankfully brought her to the Wisconsin Humane Society for treatment. Unable to afford the medical treatment necessary to help her, the guardian surrendered Meow Meow to the care of WHS.

When she first arrived, the 3-month old kitten dragged her limp leg across the floor and stubbornly refused to let anyone touch it. After some gentle soothing by medical staff, Meow Meow succumbed to an examination and x-rays revealed a fractured humerus bone. Dr. Randy Zeman of the Wisconsin Humane Society gave her pain medication and set her leg in a festive green cast. He anticipates Meow Meow’s full recovery to take about 3-4 weeks.

Meow Meow has been microchipped and vaccinated, and will also be spayed when her leg recovers. Dr. Zeman noted that Meow Meow may be placed in foster care for part of her recovery, too, but will eventually be available for adoption. Until then, she will continue to delight staff with her playful spirit, affectionate demeanor and fancy lime green cast.

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Note: To schedule a photo session and/or interview with Meow Meow and a Humane Society Representative, contact Angela Speed at (414) 431-6104, or (414) 202-5539.