How Winston Became To Be
Winston was found abandoned on August 6, 2017. A Good Samaritan reached out to Billy the Kidden Rescue for help. Billy the Kidden Rescue stepped in without any hesitation and brought him into their care.
Shortly after being rescued, Winston was taken to Blue Pearl Veterinary Partners for an examination. The evaluation lead to the discovery of an ear infection, severe dental disease, as well as a diagnosis of FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus). With the kindness of strangers, money was donated to cover the cost of vaccinations and surgery to extract several infected teeth. He healed nicely from his procedure. Unfortunately, due to the severity of neglect, Winston's ears are permanently damaged.
Luckily, being FIV+ is not a death sentence, meaning Winston can live his life to the fullest and coexist with other pets including cats. Fortunately for Winston one of Billy the Kidden Rescue's very own fell in love with him, and he has resided with them ever since his rescue. Winston lives a spoiled life without having to worry about being abandoned again!
Winston Wishes was started in hopes that no other pet would have to suffer like Winston did.
Winston is believed to be between 7 and 9 years old and is the biggest love bug ever. From the very first day that he came into care, he has shown absolutely no aggression or fear of anyone.
Winston's favorite hobbies include sleeping, eating chicken and more sleeping.
Shortly after being rescued, Winston was taken to Blue Pearl Veterinary Partners for an examination. The evaluation lead to the discovery of an ear infection, severe dental disease, as well as a diagnosis of FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus). With the kindness of strangers, money was donated to cover the cost of vaccinations and surgery to extract several infected teeth. He healed nicely from his procedure. Unfortunately, due to the severity of neglect, Winston's ears are permanently damaged.
Luckily, being FIV+ is not a death sentence, meaning Winston can live his life to the fullest and coexist with other pets including cats. Fortunately for Winston one of Billy the Kidden Rescue's very own fell in love with him, and he has resided with them ever since his rescue. Winston lives a spoiled life without having to worry about being abandoned again!
Winston Wishes was started in hopes that no other pet would have to suffer like Winston did.
Winston is believed to be between 7 and 9 years old and is the biggest love bug ever. From the very first day that he came into care, he has shown absolutely no aggression or fear of anyone.
Winston's favorite hobbies include sleeping, eating chicken and more sleeping.
3/29/2018: When Winston was found by BTKR, they took all of the legal steps that were required and notified Norfolk Animal Control where he was placed on a 10 day stray hold. After the hold was up and no one came to claim him, is when one of their own adopted him.
It was not until today, that we received an email from someone believing that Winston was their cat that they lost last year. After several emails back and forth, it was confirmed by undeniable pictures that Winston was in fact their missing cat. His owner's said that Winston's real name was Gizmo and he was actually 16 years old. Gizmo was an indoor/outdoor cat that never came home one day. Since he was in an amazing home, his owner's decided that they did not want to disrupt that. Winston and his new mom couldn't be more excited! 2/7/2021: Today heaven gained another angel as we lost Winston. I was blessed to have him in my life for over 3 years when I only expected to have him for a few months. He gave his heart to so many others until his heart was unable to give no more. He lived to be over 19 years old and will continue to live on through his namesake. |