Able Maew was a stray cat who tried to survive on the streets of Lat Prao, Thailand, a few years ago. Sadly, Able lost his tail and two front legs in a fateful accident, so he had to relearn everything in his difficult condition. Thankfully, some kind people saved him and helped him find a forever home. Now he has a loving home and nearly 175,000 followers on Instagram.
Able’s injuries resulted from an accident that occurred while he was chasing a bird across the roof of an apartment building. Unfortunately, he fell on a transformer, was electrocuted, burned, and died near death.
Despite surviving electric shock, his legs and tail were damaged and irreparable. Luckily, a kind local woman took him to her home, nursed him, and raised money for his surgery.
Recovering from surgery was a long and painful process, but Able began to adapt to his condition. After 5 years of practicing, Able is now familiar with his life. He can do everything like any healthy, four-legged cat.
Able has a sister named FinFin, who is paralyzed in her back legs. Much like her big brother, she is extremely fast and playful, so she tries to go around by shifting her paralyzed back legs off to the side and using her front legs to move anywhere she wants.
Despite their disabilities, they love to run, jump, play, and wrestle just like any other pair of rambunctious rescue cats. We are happy to know that these lucky kitties never have to worry about where their next meal is coming from again.
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h.t: Able Maew, animalsheltersnearme
