Figaro Update
Figaro continues to defy the odds after surviving an animal attack at just five months old. We removed his drain earlier this week, leaving just one small open space where infection can continue draining. Figaro seems to be getting more mobile now that his drain has been removed but unfortunately, his culture test results have thrown a kink in his treatment plan.
The culture test revealed that Figaro’s infections are resistant to all of the medications we’ve been giving him. One of the antibiotics is still working, but not at the level we need it to be, so additional topical medications and hydrotherapy sessions have been added to Figaro’s regimen. These sessions, which involve short, gentle soaks in warm water, will help reduce inflammation and increase circulation so that Figaro’s healing continues to progress.
We will continue to monitor Figaro’s mobility and levels of infection, and are prepared to pivot once again should his progress plateau. Our team is working closely with this sweet baby to help him regain his range of motion and feels confident that someday, Figaro will be a normal kitten again. In the meantime, please continue donating in Figaro’s honor. Your support makes our lifesaving work possible and in turn, helps our community’s most vulnerable animals get the fresh starts they deserve.
Help Kittens Like Figaro 4/28/2026
Figaro recently arrived at the Kentucky Humane Society in desperate need of help. He was attacked by other animals, leaving his five-month-old body in so much pain that he could not walk or put weight on his hind legs. This little baby has lots of life ahead of him, and we are doing everything in our power to make sure he gets to run and play like a normal kitten again.
Our first step in Figaro’s treatment plan is identifying the nature of his injuries. He has puncture wounds on his belly and a large laceration where his leg meets his abdomen, all of which are riddled with infection. Thankfully, Figaro’s x-rays revealed that he does not have any broken or fractured bones. This likely means his inability to use his back legs stems from the infection, swelling and extreme pain he’s experiencing.
To get Figaro started on his road to recovery, we surgically cleaned his wounds to remove the necrotic skin. We then placed a drain near the top of his leg so that infection can begin to exit his body. Of course, we are also regularly providing him with antibiotics and pain medication so that this poor kitty stays comfortable as he begins to heal.
His prognosis remains extremely guarded. But since Figaro is showing small movements in his legs and responding to sensation, our veterinarian remains hopeful this is not a spinal injury and that he will recover with treatment.
