Midge’s story begins at the end of April, when a caring passerby found the small brown tabby near Kewanee High School and brought her to the city pound.
The one‑year‑old cat had clearly been on her own for some time. She weighed just five pounds, was severely emaciated and had several open wounds on her body. Exhausted and struggling to survive, she was transferred to the shelter after her required hold period, where staff immediately began treating her for malnutrition and tending to her injuries.
Despite everything she endured, Midge has remained gentle and friendly with everyone who has cared for her. Over the month of May, her transformation has been remarkable. With steady meals, medical treatment and plenty of affection, she has gained weight, healed well and begun showing the sweet personality she had to hide while trying to survive outdoors.
Midge now greets visitors with curiosity and warmth. She enjoys exploring her surroundings, watching the other cats and settling in for cuddles with anyone willing to offer a little attention. Mealtime is one of her favorite parts of the day, and staff say she has become a bright spot in the shelter with her calm, affectionate nature.
She has been flea‑treated, dewormed, microchipped and vaccinated for rabies. She was recently spayed and will have her stitches removed soon.
This resilient young cat is ready for a home where she will never again have to worry about food, safety or being alone.
If you’d like to give Midge the secure, loving future she deserves, call the shelter at 309‑852‑0040 or stop in during visiting hours to meet her. Her adoption fee is $60.
