As Chris Seelbach from SPCA Cincinnati told Bored Panda, the cat arrived at the shelter after her owner passed away unexpectedly. “Pumpkin came to SPCA Cincinnati after her owner passed away unexpectedly. Her owner’s daughter brought her to us, hoping we could help her find a new beginning,” he explained.
It quickly became apparent that the animal had been deeply loved throughout her life. “It was obvious that Pumpkin had been deeply loved. Unfortunately, some of that love seems to have come in the form of extra treats and meals,” Seelbach said. “Now our job is helping this cat understand that she can still be loved just as much while living a healthier life.”
Every rescue animal has a story, but some stories seem almost too extraordinary to be true. Pumpkin, an unusually round orange cat who quickly became an internet sensation because of her remarkable size, recently received the happy ending that thousands of animal lovers had been hoping for.
The overweight feline first attracted attention after rescue workers shared her photos online. Her large frame, sweet expression, and unmistakable orange coat immediately captured people’s hearts. But behind the viral images was a cat facing serious health concerns, with her weight making everyday activities difficult and putting her at risk for numerous medical problems.
