Monishu was hit by a taxi about two months ago. A local feeder witnessed the entire accident and called me immediately. Even though it was past midnight, we rushed him to VES. At the time, we were told he was fine and had only suffered abrasions on his backside and both front paws.
I brought him home after the consultation, and he was prescribed painkillers. However, we found it strange that Monishu wasn’t eating well and required force-feeding. Deciding to seek a second opinion, we took him to Dr. Anu. Her blood tests revealed that his liver values were high, so she prescribed liver supplements. Within three days of starting the supplements, Monishu’s appetite finally improved.
At home, Monishu is a perfect gentleman. He is gentle and demure, a stark contrast to his days as a community cat when he was known for chasing and fighting others. The nurse who suggested I rehome him when I originally took him in for sterilization must have seen the gentle of Monishu.
With his fierce expression and stripes, he looks just like Monnie, but he has a figure similar to Cashie. Because the way he walks and jumps also reminds us of Cashie, we decided to name him “Monishu”, a tribute to both Monnie and Cashie.
Every time I see him, I’m tempted to hug and kiss him, and he patiently sits there and let me show him as much affection as I want. Since he is tested positive for FIV, we decided it was best not to release him back outside. I truly believe he is living his best life at home now.
Cats who teach me to fly... 