It’s hard to believe it has been two years since the head peep noticed something struggling in the highway median and stopped to get a better look. It was a kitten, unable to use her hindquarters to walk and with a ruined eye. Into a handy rubbermaid bin she went, and that’s where the first photo we have of Ashton was taken, on the way to the vet.
Ash moved into a cage in the sunroom so she could have time to recover use of her back legs, which she did.
Then she wanted to get out of the cage to play with the boys while she waited to be strong enough for eye surgery.
Once she grew a little, she was able to have surgery to remove the remains of her ruined eye, and she gained that trademark Ashton wink.
After surgery, she was just like any other kitten, showing her cute off.
And growing…
…and growing…
Into the big, grownup kitty she is today!
And today, on her second gotcha day, she’d like to remind everyone not to ignore little things that struggle by the side of the road, because rescued kittens can become amazing companions.
Happy second gotcha day, Ashton!
Happy Gotcha Day, Ashton. You’re one lucky kittycat.
Happy 2nd Gotcha Day Ashton – thank goodness your head peep noticed you and saved you. You have the prettiest tummy floof we have ever seen and we just adore your wink.
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx
She’s blossomed into a healthy, happy, wonderful Cat, and it’s because of your love and caring.
We’re so thankful your human stopped and rescued you, Ashton! Happy Gotcha Day!
Happy Gotcha Day Ashton! You really are a true beauty!
Happy Gotcha Day, Ashton! What a lucky day it was for you and your humans when you were gotcha’ed from that road. We hope you have a treat-filled day! oxoxox
A very Happy Gotcha day to you Ashton. We are so glad that the Mom picked you up. Looks like you grew up to be such a pretty lady. So have a wonderful day.
Happy Gotcha Day Ashton! What a lucky cat you are !
That is a wonderfur story! Three cheers for saving little moving things at the side of the highway! Love the Kitty with the patch too!
Happy Gotcha day Aston! Our Odin went through the same thing three years ago, same eye too.
Happy Gotcha Day Ashton!!! We are SO glad your person stopped…..
Happy Gotcha Day, Ashton! We didn’t know your gotcha story. We sure are glad your head peep spotted you and made you a much loved member of the family. 🙂
Oh Ashton we know what seemed like the worst day of your life two years ago was actually the BEST day of your life. So a very wonderous HAPPY 2nd GOTCHA dear one. You are one special girl and we are happy to help you celebrate today.
Happy Gotcha Day, gorgeous Ashton!…We are so glad your wonderful parents found you and gave you such a loving home!…We hope you get extra cuddles and treats today, precious girl!…Happy Monday, dear friends…kisses…Calle, Halle, Sukki, Mommy Cat, Daddy Cat
Happy Gotcha Day Ashton. I am very glad that your mum saw you moving on the road. You are a beautiful ladycat.
Happy Second Gotcha Day to you, Ashton~!!
Happy 2nd Gotcha Day Ashton! Youve earned a big round of apaws!
What a great post. Ashton is a TRUE rescue cat. How generous to pick her up, take care of all her medical needs and include her in your family. We can tell it was definitely a win-win for humans and kitty. Purrs and hugs, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Jo
That is a heck of a Gotcha Story you got there, Ashton. So glad things worked out for everyone.
What a beautiful girl. So glad you got gotted by your family!
Yes we do have real bears – they rip the screens on the porch and try to get in for cat food so we have to reinforce the porch with hog wire.
Happy second gotcha day, Ashton! I don’t know what sort of meanie would have left you like that, but I sure am glad your real family found you!
Happy Belated Gotcha Day!!!
We hope you got all the spoiling you deserve.
you had some angels looking out for you, Ashton 🙂 Happy happy happy gotcha day wishes a little bit late. We hope you had a pawsome day!
PIp, Smidgen, Minnie, Hollie
We are a little late, but we hope Ashton had a great day (we are sure she did). Thankfully you stopped before she was run over! She was a little cutie, and had an amazing will to live and get better. Our mom always looks at the sides of the road, just in case.
Wow, what a story Ashton has. What sweet baby pics!
You extra precious darlig baby! And God bless your mama for seeing you and helping you. xxxoooxxx always and forever!
Hanging head in shame…I missed your Gotcha Day Ashton, can you ever forgive me? And you kow what, I never ever knew you were missing one eye…all I ever see when I see you is hoe very pretty a tabby girl you are..aw hugs, Savannah