There's a happy ending for Chloe, a 4-month-old kitten who suffered a severe injury at the hands of children in New London.
New London Animal Control worried Chloe might have to be euthanized because the agency's budget would not fund treatment for the cat's badly broken leg. But community members rallied around her and raised enough money to pay for Chloe's surgery.
"There simply aren't enough words to express our gratitude to everyone who has donated to her care. We have far surpassed our original hope for funding, and will continue to make sure that Chloe has the best care possible," New London Animal Control wrote in a Facebook post Monday.
The kitten is on her way to an orthopedic vet and will have surgery Tuesday, according to animal control.
Authorities believe children who live in the neighborhood where Chloe was found hit or kicked her hard enough to snap her left humerus.
It's not clear who, if anyone, owned Chloe at the time of her injury, but New London Animal Control is already making a list of adoption candidates who are eager to take the kitten home after she has healed.
Animal control is remind prospective adopters that Chloe isn't the only pet in need of a loving home.
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"If you are serious about adopting a cat, please check out your local shelters," animal control wrote. "There are many, many cats and kittens that need homes all over, no matter what State you are in. Most of them have sad stories of their own to tell."
Because the donations collected for Chloe are more than enough to cover her medical expenses, the leftover money will allow animal control officers to help the next animal that comes to them in need of treatment.
"So by donating to Chloe's care, you are helping to save many animals, not just her, and we can't thank you all enough," New London Animal Control wrote.
