Scar the Cat's Incredible Rescue Journey in St. Cloud

Sometimes the hardest stories to tell are the ones that don’t start with a happy ending, but remind us how much good still exists when people step up. This is one of those stories. Let me introduce you to Scar the cat. CAT IN CRITICAL CONDITION IS BROUGHT TO TCHS Just days before Christmas, a cat was brought to the Tri-County Humane Society in St. Cloud in truly critical condition. This cat clearly had no home, so he was considered a stray. Staff named him Scar, and it didn’t take long to realize he had clearly been through more than his fair share. The 3-year-old cat was severely dehydrated, dangerously underweight, weak, and lethargic. He was struggling just to get through the day. SCAR'S MEDICAL CONDITION WAS DIRE Medical testing revealed Scar was anemic, meaning his red blood cell count was dangerously low, and his liver wasn’t functioning properly. Because he was found, there’s no way to know exactly how he ended up in such rough shape. He may have gone too long without food, been exposed to something toxic, or battled an infection alone on the streets. What was clear is that without immediate, intensive care, he likely wouldn’t survive. This is where the Tri-County Humane Society does what they do best. They stepped in to help Scar when he had no one else. OTHER STORIES: How A Death Cafe Is Redefining Conversations About Loss SCAR'S FIRST NIGHT AT TCHS After his first night at the shelter, Scar surprised everyone by showing small signs of improvement. He began eating, giving staff a glimmer of hope. But recovery wasn’t guaranteed. TWO WEEKS LATER... Over the next two weeks, Scar received daily supportive medical care including fluid therapy, medications to control nausea, appetite stimulants, repeat lab work, close monitoring by the shelter’s medical team, and of course, lots of love. SCAR FINDS HOPE TO SURVIVE Slowly, Scar began to turn a corner. His liver values started returning to normal. He gained two pounds. What looked uncertain when he first came in, became something close to a miracle...all made possible by the skill, dedication, and resources that the people of TCHS provide. FAST FORWARD TO TODAY Today, Scar is healthy, stable, and waiting in the cat room to meet his future family. His name fits him perfectly. He may have been wounded, but he survived... and now he’s ready to find a family that will love him for the rest of his life. THE MEDICAL EXPENSES ARE REAL Stories like Scar’s come with a very real cost. Was his life worth saving? There's no question! Absolutely. His medical care, however, totaled $1,350, which is an expense the Tri-County Humane Society willingly took on to save his life. Unfortunately, as a nonprofit that helps rehome thousands of animals each year, those costs can add up quickly. This is where animal lovers like you come in. IF YOU'VE EVER LOVED A CAT If you’ve ever loved a cat, been comforted by one, or believe animals deserve care and compassion just like people do, this is a chance to help. DONATIONS ARE SO APPRECIATED Donations made now will help cover Scar’s medical expenses and ensure the Humane Society can say “yes” to the next animal who arrives in crisis. That animal might just be the one that chooses YOU as their forever family. DONATIONS COME IN ALL SHAPES AND SIZES I want to tell you...I completely understand that times are tough for many of us, me included. So if $5 is what you can do, and someone else can do $100...It all adds up in the end, and each donation and kind thought that you have is a positive action, and that's what we all need right now in this world. You can click HERE to make a donation. WATCH OUT: These are the deadliest animals in the world