When Judy, a bank teller, heard faint meows while assisting a customer at the drive-through, she had no idea a tiny stowaway was nearby. Moments later, a small tabby kitten—later named Penny—appeared in the lane, likely having emerged from a customer’s car engine.
Cindy, a nearby employee, rushed to help. “Penny was crouched in the middle of the drive-through, but she let Judy pick her up,” Cindy told Love Meow. Though unharmed, the frightened kitten was hungry and alone. Cindy didn’t hesitate to step in, securing Penny and contacting Sparkle Cat Rescue for support.
A Rough Start, A Swift Recovery
Initially shaken by her ordeal, Penny quickly adapted to her foster home. “She was in shock at first but warmed up within days,” Cindy shared. “Soon, she was purring and craving affection.”
Weighing just one pound and four ounces, the petite tabby explored her new surroundings with cautious curiosity. She inspected every corner before claiming a cozy jacket as her napping spot. Her playful, confident personality soon emerged—bunny-hopping after toys, pouncing on shoestrings, and even winning over Cindy’s family.
“She hopped into my daughter’s lap the first day they met,” Cindy said. “She’s frisky, friendly, and determined to befriend my older cats—though they’re still unsure about her.”
From Stray to Star
In under two weeks, Penny transformed. No longer scrounging for warmth in car engines, she now thrives as a lively indoor cat, gaining weight and mastering feline antics. Her days are filled with toys, snuggles, and the occasional couch-top survey of her domain.
Cindy, who’d paused fostering, couldn’t resist Penny’s plight. “She’s a little spark of joy,” Cindy said. While Penny’s early days remain a mystery, her future is clear: safe, loved, and forever homebound.
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