A man spotted a hungry, dirty, flea infested kitty in Virginia. Though he was from out of state, and was there working on an independent film, it didn’t stop him from bringing the kitty to a safe place, cleaning him up, and nursing him back to health. This is the story of Cheeto’s recovery: from a little homeless ginger to a happy kitty who now has a place to call home.
Little Cheeto was found out in the woods. He was famished and “Battling the cold, starvation, dehydration, and covered in bugs, fleebies, and his own mess- the little guy is worn out. 1 lb 2 oz,” Reddit user Chasemburger wrote. “We named him CHEETO because his body was so skinny and his head was so big in comparison- like Chester Cheetah.”
“My mom adopted him- well, I let him stay in her apt. for one night and that’s all it took. Cheeto’s new home!” said Chasemburger.
He found the kitten out in the woods. Cheeto was a bag of bones. Reddit user Chasemburger didn’t have anything but a subway sandwich. “He liked Subway or really any food at that point.”
Exhausted. The little guy is worn out, weighing in at only 1 lb 2 oz
A nap time before bath time.
Chasemburger wrote: He was covered in at least a couple hundred fleebies and serious grime. That water was clear before we dunked him.
First time on all fours exploring
His safe place before they took him on a plane
They flew him home with them. 3 weeks later, he couldn’t stop playing
Now he has fully recovered at 5 lbs.
Photos by Chasemburger via reddit and imgur.
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He’ll Love you forever!
What a sweetheart. Thank you for caring enough to save his little life. Rescued animals make the best house pets. They appreciate a good home.
Wonderful rescue story not unlike the little calico I rescued a month ago ~ minus the fleas, thank goodness. Thank you, Sir, for your generous actions.
What a great story and what a handsome little boy Cheetos has grown into!
Bless you Bless you!! what a wonderful home this cute little boy has xox
He is GORGEOUS – what a transformation! This man is a hero in my book.
Real men are kind to animals!!!
What a beautiful kitten! Thank you so much for rescuing him! You have a big heart!
Love!
Cheetos is indeed very lucky to hv met u. Bless you.
I agree with Leigh — real men are kind to animals. Guys who like cats have a special quality of heart and mind.
He’s a beauty and you are a prince for rescuing him. What a sweet “bromance”!
a lucky lucky boy indeed. Both of you- thank you for having such a wonderful heart.
Omg this brought tears to eyes… What a lovely story! I thank god there are still good people! Awesome man!
I have big tears in my eyes, beautiful.
So sweet! Glad he has a family now.
terrific rescue story to what would have been a horribly short and miserable life for Cheeto.
Thank you. You are a godsend and Cheeto is so lucky to have met you.
That is so true about real men and animals! Especially cat-loving men! Cheeto is one lucky kitty – what a wonderful transformation.
What a lovely happy ending, I love the picture in the basket. Cheeto has become a handsome boy!.
What a wonderful person you are for being so kind-hearted and compassionate. You know, it takes a real man to incorporate traits like that into his personality. I wish more men could be like you. Thank you for caring.
What a good little ginger boy. I love to see him playing with his leaf, just as my old ginger Maine cat used to do. Hurray for men who love cats!
Thank You Sir!!! You are a sweetheart. This baby boy will love you forever. I wish our world could be filled with hearts like yours.
Wonderful story!
YOU ROCK MAN!!
YOU NOT ONLY WERE FROM OUT OF TOWN AND SAVED THIS CAT CHEETO, YOU FLEW HIM HOME WITH YOU!!
FOREVER!!
CHEETO YOU ARE IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS!
YOU ARE SAFE NOW AND IN YOUR LOVING,CARING,SAFE,FOREVER FAMILY AND HOME!!
HAPPY DANCE TIME IN HONOR OF CHEETO CAT!!
WHAT A HAPPY STORY!! (((((((((-:
What a little cutie!
Thank you for rescuing this sweet boy.
Thank you for saving Cheeto….he would not have made it without you…..he is such a beautiful cat…. love, caring, food and all things good..Maria.
Thank you for saving him! what a wonderful story for Cheeto. <3
Thank you for rescuing this baby. One day, you’ll have a special place in a corner of heaven where all the animals play. I hope to be there, myself, to greet all my babies, past, present, and future.
what a cutie and so is CHeeto!!!! can I adopt them both?? his guy is my hero. there is not too much better than a big strong handsome man, saving an innocent helpless little baby.
God Bless you and this beautiful gift. You can look forward to many years of love!
Thank you for saving him! This story warms my heart.
warms the heart to know that someone would take time to resique onwe of Gods beautiful fur babies. bless you.
God bless you and cheeto
Thank you so much for rescueing him. I wish you all a long and happy life
Awwww….TY for saving Cheeto & sharing his story <3
Stories like this restores my faith in humans
that grime is… wow! :O
but my, he is a handsome cat! you’re a kind person to save him, sir!
Hi Cheeto! I’m so happy you were found and are healthy living in a loving home. You are adorable.