A local non-profit group that cares for sick and stray cats is hoping someone will come forward and adopt a massively overweight feline.
S.O.S. Sea Isle City Cats recently took in Sprinkles, a 4-year-old black and white tabby cat that weighs 33-pounds, over three times the amount that she should weigh.
Stacey Olandt, a volunteer with Sea Isle City Cats currently caring for Sprinkles, told Philadelphia Magazine the tabby was born to a feral cat that was captured in Sea Isle City four years ago. Sprinkles was brought in to the organization earlier this month after the home where she had been adopted foreclosed.
Olandt told the Press of Atlantic City Sprinkles is so overweight she can’t roll over or properly groom herself. She also says Sprinkle was infested with fleas and ear mites and was suffering from an infection.
Sprinkles was treated for the fleas and mites and is currently taking antibiotics. Volunteers with Sea Isle City Cats hope to help her lose enough pounds to return to a normal weight.
Olandt also says a veterinarian may ultimately have to give the cat a tummy tuck in order for that to happen. Olandt is unsure how the cat became so overweight.
As Sprinkles continues to recover, the group is searching for a responsible owner. If you’re interested in adopting her, please call 609-972-5887 or fill it out an online application.
