Gerda, a two-year-old feline, was in critical condition when she was found frozen on the porch of her rescuer’s home.
Gerda was rushed to the vet hospital in a near-death state.
The cat’s body temperature and blood sugar were too low to be measured.
Gerda was emaciated and dehydrated, her tail hung limp and one of her hind legs was broken.
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Veterinarians estimated that if she had spent minutes longer exposed to the cold, the kitty may not have survived.
The clinic team worked quickly to raise Gerda’s body temperature and blood sugar to stabilize her.
The cat’s tail was severely wounded and her fractured leg bone had broken through the skin.
Officials say amputating the damaged appendages was the best option for Gerda’s health and recovery.
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Once she was stable enough to receive surgery, Gerda’s tail and leg were removed.
“Gerda likely has a long road ahead of her,” says her vet. “But we’re optimistic that she will make a complete recovery.”
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