In a heartwarming story, an adorable cat named Pitoe is now an internet sensation after narrowly escaping her early death.
As a kitten, the British Shorthair ended up at the vet to be euthanized because she had a serious case of scoliosis, or a curvature of the spine. Heroically, the veterinarian refused to end Pitoe’s life, adopting her instead.
Pitoe’s condition has caused her to grow in the opposite direction, which gives her a unique, short and rounded body. Her special look is so adorable she’s gone viral on Twitter, Reddit, and Instagram, alongside the uplifting story of her rescue.
Maybe a bit too literal, but definite noodlebones! from r/noodlebones
The unusual feline now lives with her grandparents and is the perfect companion animal for them, according to the vet’s daughter, Marie.
“My grandparents — who adore animals — had wanted a cat for a while but were afraid to get one, as they feared it might jump over the balcony of their apartment and harm itself,” she said. “My mom realized that Pitoe, due to her scoliosis, would probably be a very calm kitty.”
Although Pitoe can’t jump, she can waddle, run, play, and climb like a pro.
“It’s crazy to think how close she was to being put down, and now she’s the love of my grandparents’ — and our entire family’s — life,” Marie continued. “It’s so worth it giving a special needs cat a chance.”

Please be so kind to remember to mention the cat meat trade, not only the dog meat trade. Let everyone know the horrors with that and the successes that are reached in saving them also.
So happy this cat was saved and is living the good life.
Such a special story.
Just in time !!!!
She has not grown in the opposite direction…she is just fat!!! and so adorable!!!
If Pitoe had been a human death would never have been considered. Pitoe deserved the same chance. He is not in pain and I am grateful that the vet saw this and saved him. He is quite a handsome guy.
Agreed!
I am glad this kitten found a good home and is very loved
My kitty was also abandoned because the plates in her front leg grew at different rates so she walks differently. She has no idea that she is “different.” All I know is she is clever, energetic, beautiful and of greater value than anything in the world.
Glad this Cat has got a good home B less You
This vet is awesome! Would love to have him as mine. THANK YOU FOR RESCUING A SPECIAL NEEDS KITTEN!
Merci pour le chat!
Merci pour le chat!
SUCH A SWEET STORY ❤️. THANK YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FOR YOUR HUGE HEARTS IN SAVING THIS PRECIOUS KITTY
Un grand MERCI à ces merveilleuses personnes qui lui ont sauvé la vie!!!!Heureusement qu’il n’y a pas que des monstres sur terre
Bless her and her new Family!!!
I am so happy that Pitoe went to a loving furever home. 🐱🐈🐾❤
What a cutie. Thank you for saving her life. All life matters.
As long as Pitoe is healthy and happy, I’m so glad she has someone to love her.
And they have Pitoe to love them back <3
Love seeing a special needs cat, or dog, get their forever home