"Something Was Stealing My Joy"

Pet Patrol is a volunteer-run, non-profit cat rescue organization in the Kitchener-Waterloo area. All our cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and any health concerns are addressed before they are available for adoption. Please visit our website for more information about our charity. www.petpatrol.ca

Hi there, I’m Iniko!

I’m a gentle, sun-loving cat who adores curling up on a warm lap and chasing my mouse toys when the mood strikes. I’ve always been happy to purr and snuggle, but something started changing—and I didn’t know how to explain what was wrong.

My mouth began to hurt every time I tried to eat. I’d walk up to my food, meow because I was so hungry, but I just couldn’t bring myself to take a bite. My mouth burned, I drooled, and the pain made me so tired that I didn’t even want to play anymore. I felt like something was stealing the joy from my days.

I didn’t know how to tell anyone… but thankfully, my foster family noticed. They took me to the vet, and that’s when we found out I have Feline Chronic Gingivostomatitis (FCGS) - a very painful condition that causes inflammation in my mouth.

The vet said I need a full mouth extraction to take the pain away and help me live a happy, healthy life. Pet Patrol is doing everything they can, but the surgery is very expensive - and they need help.

If you could donate to my care, it would mean the world. I just want to feel better, chase toys again, and enjoy every cuddle without pain.

Thank you for believing in me.

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