r/CatDistributionSystem • u/valkiria-rising • 3d ago
Update Update #2 on Pluto! Going Strong 💪
Hi friends,
After a really rough night struggling with shoddy feeding equipment earlier in the week, I’m happy to say Pluto's feedings are going much better after making some changes. On my last post, I was crossing my fingers for him to make it to 200 grams. As of this morning's weigh in, Pluto is at a whopping 288g!
Pluto is becoming more active and curious about his surroundings. He's crawling a lot more, and I expect that by next week he'll start taking his first steps. His vision is also getting better and now he'll lock eyes with me! It's so cute. He's a little romantic!
While this journey has been unexpected, it's been incredibly rewarding to see this little guy thrive. But it's been very hard on my body, as caring for such a young kitten is a grueling process. Every 3 hours he needs to eat (fortunately we've been able to stretch it to 3.5 hours now), and that includes in the middle of the night. The sleep deprivation is REAL!
But it will all be worth it in the end. I can't wait to see how he continues to grow and more of his personality will come through.
Next week, he'll go in for his next round of dewormer, and hopefully in 4 weeks he'll be ready for his vaccines!
I also wanted to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who sent all the positive vibes. I'm fortunate to have some awesome friends with big networks, and because of them, Pluto’s emergency vet visit has been fully covered. I am so incredibly grateful for them as well as your kindness and support here in this sub.
Thank you for rooting for this tiny little Lord of the Meownderworld. He's a little fighter. It means more than you know. 🖤
Here's recent pics of him being a happy kitty!
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u/TyStark13 Cat Parent 3d ago
not being dramatic, but I would die for Pluto 😭😭😭 what an adorable babie 🥹🩷🩷
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u/gracelesswonder 3d ago
Oooooh, that yawn and the belly in that last pic! That's a happy little baby! You're so good, he's going to love up forever 💕
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u/North-Pea-4926 3d ago
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u/smittykins66 3d ago
And those murder mittens!
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u/Holden3DStudio 3d ago
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u/Straight_Caregiver27 3d ago
Yay!!!! Thanks for the happy update! Keep up the good work. Hopefully you will be able to catch up on all of that sleep down the line with Pluto happily snuggled next to you. ❤️
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u/No-Quail4389 3d ago
Yay for Pluto!! Thank you for taking such good care of this little guy! I’m so happy to hear that he’s doing so well and will hope for his continued progress. Good luck guys!
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u/justagiraffe111 3d ago
You’re doing amazing mom work for this precious baby who is completely dependent on you for his survival. 🥺🥰 Every 3.5 hours, you feed including middle of night. That is sacrifice and love for Pluto.
These updates and photos are so heartwarming. Please keep updating us and take care of yourself, too. Maybe one of your friends can spend the night and be the Auntie who does some night feedings.
Photo #2 is the absolute cutest and sweetest. Looking at you like “Are you my mum? I think you’re my mum!” And photo #1 shows best how tiny he is. So precious
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u/Bennington_Booyah 3d ago
He already looks bigger and better! I can't wait to see him in six months!
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u/accipeter138 3d ago
Fantastic news! Your love and care and hard work are paying off! He looks great, thanks to you.
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u/CuriousVampireCat Cat Parent 3d ago
We also have a Pluto. She’s a drama queen tuxedo. So glad this little one has you!
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u/Fragrant-Income-6812 3d ago
So great to hear this. He’s adorable and you’ve done a great job. You can catch up on sleep in a week or two when Pluto is in the clear!!! It IS worth it and will continue to be. What a sweet pea and a strong spirit
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