Hello my name is Tanya Lawson and I’m a huge animal lover and have many pets of my own. For anyone who knows me knows I am always doing whatever I can to help any animal out there rather they need a new home, or need to be nursed back to health, and this goes for domestic and wild animals. I can’t count how many times my daughters and I have spent our time getting up every 2 to 3 hours around the clock to look after a baby animal until it is ready to be released back to the wild or welcomed a new domestic animal into our home that found themselves homeless that either stayed with us as a permanent resident or as a soft landing until we found them the perfect permanent home. This is a more extreme scenario for us so we have decided for the first time to start a GoFundMe page to help us. Please take a few minutes to read our story.

Lucifer’s Story

About a month ago, a stray cat began hanging around our home. We’d see him often, and he slowly became a part of our days. On Thursday, October 2, everything changed — he was attacked by a fox. Somehow, this brave boy managed to drag himself back onto our deck, badly injured but alive.

We’ve since named him Lucifer — our little fighter.

That night, we cleaned and wrapped his wounds as best we could until we could get him to the vet in the morning.

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The Emergency Vet Visit

On Friday, October 3, we took Lucifer to Stirling Veterinary Services on Wilson Road, who have been absolutely incredible in helping him. The injury was much worse than we’d hoped:

• A large portion of his femur was exposed,

• His muscle was torn, and

• His leg was fractured at the hock.

The vet performed emergency surgery to close the wound and placed a splint to support his leg while it heals. On October 6, Lucifer returned for a follow-up and bandage change — so far, he’s holding on strong.

He’s now on antibiotics and pain medication, and we have all the supplies needed to re-wrap his leg every few days while he recovers at home.

During his first visit, the vet team also treated Lucifer for fleas, ticks, and tapeworm, and even neutered him — all free of charge. Their generosity and compassion have meant the world to us, and we’re beyond grateful for their kindness.

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Life During Recovery

Lucifer is estimated to be around two years old. He can’t support his own weight yet, so he’s living in a large crate for rest and safety. Several times a day, we help him stand in the litter box so he can go to the bathroom comfortably.

It’s a lot of work, but he’s worth every bit of it. His healing will take 6–8 weeks, and we’re doing everything we can to give him the best chance at a full recovery.

We’ve tried to find his owners, but no one has come forward — so for now, Lucifer is part of our family. ❤️

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How You Can Help

So far, Lucifer’s vet bills have reached $1,902, and he will need ongoing care and follow-up visits.

We’ve started this GoFundMe to help cover his medical costs and ensure he continues to get the treatment he needs.

Every little bit helps — even $5 makes a difference. If you’re unable to donate, please share Lucifer’s story so others can help this brave little soul heal.

Thank you to everyone who has reached out, supported, or sent kind words — and a huge thank-you again to Stirling Vet for their compassion and generosity.

Follow our updates here to see Lucifer’s recovery journey — we’ll post photos and progress as he continues to heal.

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From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping Lucifer get his second chance at life.