Champy's Story
Champy Pants Story
When North Shore Animal League America in Long Island, New York rescued this sweet Siamese cat from a municipal high kill shelter, he was perilously close to death.
The cat, whom our rescue team named Champ, had been hit by a car and left gravely wounded on a roadside. His injuries included head trauma, a broken jaw, broken nose and severe damage to both of his eyes.
Despite Champ’s slim odds of survival, our medical staff worked tirelessly to save him. They immediately administered medication to alleviate his pain; next, they wired his jaw shut so it could have a chance to heal properly. Then, they inserted a feeding tube so Champ could receive essential nourishment to help him gain back his strength.
Our veterinary staff monitored Champ around-the-clock, concerned that the impact of the crash might have caused neurological problems. Day by day, he is growing stronger, and he shows no signs of brain damage.
But Champ isn’t out of the woods yet. Sadly, the injuries to his eyes were far too severe to be repaired, and he will require surgery to remove them.
Although Champ will never see again, this resilient cat will thrive under the care of a loving adopter who has another cat to help him adapt.
When North Shore Animal League America in Long Island, New York rescued this sweet Siamese cat from a municipal high kill shelter, he was perilously close to death.
The cat, whom our rescue team named Champ, had been hit by a car and left gravely wounded on a roadside. His injuries included head trauma, a broken jaw, broken nose and severe damage to both of his eyes.
Despite Champ’s slim odds of survival, our medical staff worked tirelessly to save him. They immediately administered medication to alleviate his pain; next, they wired his jaw shut so it could have a chance to heal properly. Then, they inserted a feeding tube so Champ could receive essential nourishment to help him gain back his strength.
Our veterinary staff monitored Champ around-the-clock, concerned that the impact of the crash might have caused neurological problems. Day by day, he is growing stronger, and he shows no signs of brain damage.
But Champ isn’t out of the woods yet. Sadly, the injuries to his eyes were far too severe to be repaired, and he will require surgery to remove them.
Although Champ will never see again, this resilient cat will thrive under the care of a loving adopter who has another cat to help him adapt.
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Update: April 2013
Great news for all of Champ’s supporters! This brave cat, who came so close to losing his life, has improved tremendously. Although he is still in our Emergency Care Unit, his jaw has healed very well, and he is able to eat on his own. Our veterinary team reports that the wire in his mouth will be removed very soon, hopefully within the next few days.
Champ hasn’t yet had the surgery to remove his eyes, since they aren’t causing him any discomfort at this time. It’s possible he may need this surgery in the future, and if so, we will provide him with the best care in the world.
Although Champ will never be able to see again, we fully expect that this survivor will adapt well to his new condition.
Once we determine that Champ’s jaw is fully healed, he will go up for adoption.
Many thanks to all of you who donated so generously to help Champ survive his ordeal!
Champy has been adopted and now lives in Worcester, MA with 3 other Siamese cats.
Update: May 2017
Due to so much trauma to Champy's ear and ongoing ear infections. Champy need a CT scan. This scan showed that Champy's ear canal was torn apart and a piece of his canal was lodged, blocking his canal and causing painful abscess's and infections. Champy under went a (TECA) Total Ear Canal Ablation with Bulla Osteotomy which was removal of the ear canal.
Update: September 29, 2017
After trying to save Champy's eyes for 4 years since his car accident. Champy got a ulcer in the left eye and developed glaucoma in his right eye. Champy under went a double eye removal and is doing well.
Great news for all of Champ’s supporters! This brave cat, who came so close to losing his life, has improved tremendously. Although he is still in our Emergency Care Unit, his jaw has healed very well, and he is able to eat on his own. Our veterinary team reports that the wire in his mouth will be removed very soon, hopefully within the next few days.
Champ hasn’t yet had the surgery to remove his eyes, since they aren’t causing him any discomfort at this time. It’s possible he may need this surgery in the future, and if so, we will provide him with the best care in the world.
Although Champ will never be able to see again, we fully expect that this survivor will adapt well to his new condition.
Once we determine that Champ’s jaw is fully healed, he will go up for adoption.
Many thanks to all of you who donated so generously to help Champ survive his ordeal!
Champy has been adopted and now lives in Worcester, MA with 3 other Siamese cats.
Update: May 2017
Due to so much trauma to Champy's ear and ongoing ear infections. Champy need a CT scan. This scan showed that Champy's ear canal was torn apart and a piece of his canal was lodged, blocking his canal and causing painful abscess's and infections. Champy under went a (TECA) Total Ear Canal Ablation with Bulla Osteotomy which was removal of the ear canal.
Update: September 29, 2017
After trying to save Champy's eyes for 4 years since his car accident. Champy got a ulcer in the left eye and developed glaucoma in his right eye. Champy under went a double eye removal and is doing well.
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