Two-day-old kitten found cuddling dead sibling needs adopter

A two-day-old kitten is searching for a home after being abandoned and left to die alongside her littermates.

Poor Minky was still attached to her umbilical cord when she was thrown away like rubbish and left alone on the streets.

Frightened and defenceless, rescuers from Greek Stray ResQ found the tiny kitten huddled beside her dead siblings as she desperately attempted to keep warm.

Sharing her devastating story online, one rescuer said: “She should have been with her mother. Instead, she is fighting to survive.

Right now, Minky needs round-the-clock care – feeding every two to three hours, day and night. Without it… she won’t make it.”

Unfortunately, rescuers report Minky’s story is anything but uncommon, as “kitten season” has now commenced across Greece.

With enormous numbers of unsterilised stray and semi-stray cats, thousands of kittens are born into perilous conditions every year.

The rescue explained: “Many are abandoned. Many don’t survive. Those who are found rely entirely on volunteers – people who step in to bottle-feed, provide warmth, cover vet costs and do everything possible to keep them alive.”

While Minky is currently too young to travel, it’s hoped she will ultimately find a loving permanent home in the UK once she is sufficiently strong.

For the time being, the rescue is concentrating on keeping her alive alongside four other vulnerable kittens named Piglet, Tigger, Eeyore and Roo, who were rescued in comparable circumstances.

Appealing for support, the rescue added: “The reality is simple – saving lives like these comes at a cost. Milk formula, food, vet care, medication and endless hours of care.

“If you can, please consider donating to help us continue saving these fragile lives. And if you may be interested in adopting in the coming weeks, please get in touch.

“Even a small contribution can mean the difference between life and death because they don’t stand a chance without us.”

Responding to the heartfelt rescue story, one person wrote: “Poor little soul… thank you for saving her.”

Another added: “This image is so powerful. I think all the emotions are felt here – sadness, awe, disappointment and hope. Thank you for being the one person who did not look away.”

To register your interest in Minky, or any other animals under Greek Stray ResQ’s care, visit their website greekstrayrescue.com.