I would be FURIOUS at these a$$holes. They don't deserve the love of this precious little thing. And yes, I wouldn't wait, I'd pick the cat up and take her home. If they ask if you've seen it, tell them yes you found it dead on the side of the road and buried it. PERIOD, end of discussion.

The next thing you need to do is get this cat to a vet. It's OVBIOUS that she has a urinary tract infection and ear mites due to neglect. I think once she gets a clean bill of health, she'll be MUCH better off at your house where she can get the love and care she so deserves.

As one sneaker company says, "JUST DO IT!!!"

Please keep us posted on her progress.