Kitten with Spinal Injury Finds Forever Home at Cincinnati Shelter

Gelato, a kitten requiring a wheelchair due to a spinal injury, has recently been adopted after spending time at Cincinnati Animal CARE. Rescued in September alongside four other kittens, Gelato was initially provided with a makeshift wheelchair crafted from cardboard, zip ties, and Hot Wheels before an engineer developed a more robust 3D-printed version.

During his time at the shelter, staff noted that Gelato’s future family would need to collaborate with a veterinarian for ongoing therapy, as he requires assistance urinating and is still working on his litter box training. On October 12, the shelter announced that Gelato had officially found his forever home. Cincinnati Animal CARE expressed gratitude to all who supported Gelato's journey by donating to his fundraiser and spreading his story.