Six Legged Kitty on CNN

[momtomany]

I tried to copy and paste......anyway this is a video of a six legged kitten that needs surgery. This baby is too cute.

http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/us/2008/04/23/vo.fl.6legged.kitten.wsvn

[Catty1]

Looks like a 'parasitic twin', as these things are called. What a CUTE baby! I hope all goes well in her surgery!

http://www.wcsh6.com/news/watercooler/article.aspx?storyid=85319

Six Legged Cat Running Out Of Lives

Web Editor: John Blunda, Associate Producer
Created: 4/22/2008 8:05:17 AM
Updated: 4/22/2008 8:09:01 AM

WCSH6.com Mobile

MIRAMAR, FL (NBC) -- A Florida family is hoping surgery will save their six-legged kitten.

The kitten, named "Hex", was born six weeks ago. Veterinarians who have examined the kitten say that she will likely die if surgery isn't performed to remove the extra limbs.

Her owners are hoping the publicity will help them raise the funds needed for the operation.

NBC

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[pitc9]

Oh the poor thing!
I hope surgery goes well!

[jennielynn1970]

Are they raising funds for surgery?? I wonder what is happening? That poor thing is so darn cute! gosh... I hope they can get enough money to do the surgery.

[Medusa]

Are they raising funds for surgery?? I wonder what is happening? That poor thing is so darn cute! gosh... I hope they can get enough money to do the surgery.
Oh god, me, too. I'm so tapped out but I'd help w/this little one. She deserves a good start in life, sweet thing.

[Jessika]

WOW well it sure doesn't seem to bother her! :)

EDIT: Does anyone know if they have a paypal or something set up to donate funds to? I have some friends who would love to donate to this kitty but I can't find any information

[Catty1]

Vets say that she likely would die without the surgery. That's the reason her family went to the media - hoping that her story would help to raise the funds.

One news story said to contact here for donation information:

Animal Medical Center at Cooper City (954) 432-5611

Veterinary Specialists
(954) 437-9630

Fax: (954) 437-7207

E-mail: [email protected]

Mailing Address:
Animal Medical Center at Cooper City
9410 Stirling Road
Cooper City
FL 33024

I'll drop them a line and see how fundraising is coming along.

[Jessika]

Thank you, I will forward the information :)

[catmandu]

Our Pet Angels With Be With That Little Kitten And Will Be Here To Try And Help Him Through With His Surgery!!!
Hes A Dear Kitten And We Are Crossing Our Paws For Him Tonight And Saying Our Prayers.

[snow's_mom]

Poor baby. Hope the surgery goes well. He deserves to have a good, fresh start in life.

When will the surgery be? I would like to donate to help Hex. Wishing for the best!

[critters]

I just wish the baby's fundraising could be contingent on getting the mama cat spayed. I'm glad they're not automatically putting the baby down, though.

[Taz_Zoee]

OH my goodness!! That little guy is so adorable. And he's just like any kitten, playing and running around. I just love the stripes. :D
I hope he is able to get surgery and everything goes well.

[Catty1]

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24291485/

Foundation Formed To Help Six-Legged Kitten

MIRAMAR, Fla. - A plea for help to save the life of a kitten born with six legs has been answered.

http://images.ibsys.com/2008/0421/15949660_320X240.jpg

Veterinarians said the kitten, named Hex, was supposed to be a twin, but half of his brother was born connected to him. In order to save him, he would need an operation.

To help raise money for the operation, a non-profit fund has been set up in Hex's name.

If you'd like to make a donation to the Hex Foundation, please send a check or money order to: Hex Foundation, 4281 S.W. 139th Avenue. Miramar, FL 33027 or call 954-443-1099.

[Medusa]

Thank you for this, Candace. You are so helpful to everyone here on PT. Personally, I don't know what we'd do w/out you. As I mentioned previously, I've got financial issues at the moment but a few more dollars to donate to this sweetheart isn't going to make much difference in my finances at this point. Thanx again, girlfriend. :) I wish he had a different name, though.

[Catty1]

Thanks, Mary - I am a research addict! lol

The kitten has been referred to as a "she" and a "he" - but I guess if the two legs and tummy belong to a "twin brother", Hex would have to be a "he". :)

Hex is short for Hexagon...but once he has only "four sides", maybe "Quattro" or "Cattro"? :D

[lvpets2002]

;) Awwee this wittle baby is just too Cute.. From the looks in the video I would say this baby is a wittle Girl.. I sure hope she gets her surgury.. Candice how is the fund raising coming along..

[Catty1]

I can't find ANY info on the fund raising so far.

And I can't donate at all this month...maybe by May 7 (for Jen too).

[Catty1]

http://www1.wsvn.com/news/articles/extra/MI83943/

Make donations to the Hex Foundation

Help a six-legged cat. Make donations to the Hex Foundation here:

Bank of America
Account # 003677356977
Routing # 026009593
Phone: 954-443-1099

[phesina]

Thank you, Candace. You always come up with the answers for everything, right away!

I am going to send some money for little Hexie's surgery.

[phesina]

Here's another link, to a Miami TV station, with another address to which donations can be sent: http://www.local10.com/news/15953773/detail.html

It is dated Tuesday (4/22) and said they plan to operate on Thursday (today, 4/24).

[QueenScoopalot]

I just wish the baby's fundraising could be contingent on getting the mama cat spayed. I'm glad they're not automatically putting the baby down, though.
Absolutely in agreement on that one! Haven't seen *peep* about mom cat being spaying, and if she produced one kitten that is that special needs, chances are that the same tom cat's there to produce the next. :rolleyes:
My second beef is why is this kitten dragging it's extra parts all over the streets? :mad: Must be something in the environment to create such mutations me thinks.

[momtomany]

Thank you for finding out this information. I would like to make a donation to help this kitty.

[Reachoutrescue]

Hex is so adorable! I pray the family raises the money to get him the surgery he needs. He seems that it does not bother him one bit though! He sure looks like a happy kitty!!

[Catty1]

Email from South Florida Vet centre:


Thank you for your generous efforts. However, Hex is no longer in our care. Therefore we can not accept any contributions. I am sorry but we do not have any further information.



Kim Esposito, B.S. H.C.A
Practice Manager
Animal Medical Center at Cooper City
Veterinary Specialists of South Florida
Animal Emergency and Critical Care of South Florida

ETA: THE HEX FOUNDATION WEBSITE! (mentioned on a news station online, so I figure it's legit) http://www.hexfoundation.org/

I sent an email requesting an update. :-)