Often called the saddest cat on the internet, meet BenBen. This poor cat was facing a grim future in a shelter, where he was almost certainly destined for euthanasia.

BenBen’s story is heartbreaking because he had several severe injuries, including a disfigured ear, deep cuts, and a fractured spine. It looked like he had a run-in with a much larger animal.

Shelter staff believed BenBen seemed to understand his tragic fate. He had stopped trying to live, barely moving, eating, or drinking.

But everything changed when a kind-hearted staff member from a local vet clinic heard about BenBen and decided to give him a second chance at life.

The transformation was nothing short of miraculous. Within just an hour of arriving at his new home, BenBen’s entire demeanor shifted!

“He started purring, smiling, and climbing into our laps for snuggles, almost as if to say thank you,” said his rescuer. “I truly believe he knew he was safe and had finally found his forever home.”

Despite the doctors’ doubts, BenBen beat the odds and even started walking again. Soon, he was not just walking but running and jumping!

Although he still needs medication for his pain, BenBen is no longer the saddest cat around. He has turned into a happy, loving cat, thanks to the incredible people who saved him.