BISCUIT

Biscuit is a paraplegic cat with a heart full of love. She is one of those souls who makes you feel special just by being near her. A cuddle bug through and through, she is happiest when curled beside you soaking up affection. With her foster mum she spends her days in quiet comfort, snoozing, snuggling and enjoying gentle company. Even during physiotherapy she offers the same calm trust to her vet as she does at home. Her favourite pastime is simple but perfect: being close to her people. Whether you are reading, working or resting, Biscuit will happily curl up next to you purring away.

Her journey has been bittersweet. Rescued from the street in good health because of her friendly, trusting nature, she quickly found a home. Sadly, during her time there it is believed an injection given by a vet accidentally damaged a spinal nerve. Since then she has lived as a paraplegic cat. Her back legs have gentle mobility, so she moves with a wobbly shuffle and tires more quickly than other cats. She can potter around her space and enjoys gentle movement, will try to climb or jump if the incline is manageable. Physiotherapy helps her maintain strength and flexibility, and she meets it with patience and grace.

In a loving home, Biscuit’s care is manageable once learned. Because she is incontinent she cannot reliably empty her bladder on her own and may leak urine. Under veterinary guidance, many paraplegic cats do best with their bladders expressed several times a day to keep them comfortable and to lower the risk of urinary tract infections. A common schedule is three to four expressions across the day, with your vet showing you the correct technique and frequency for Biscuit’s needs. She will require periodic urine checks to catch infections early. Gentle, regular cleaning, bedding changes and giving her nappy-free time each day help keep her skin healthy. These small routines quickly become second nature and Biscuit’s calm, trusting nature makes them easier to do than you might expect.   

Her physiotherapy focuses on comfort and mobility. Gentle passive range-of-motion exercises and light massage can help keep her joints supple and her muscles engaged. The ideal home will have access to certified rehab therapist who can show you a simple home plan and progress it over time. 

Her environment matters. Non-slip mats, soft washable bedding and low-entry litter solutions or puppy pads in a tidy corner make daily life smooth. Above all, patience and routine help Biscuit feel safe and settled. 

Biscuit would thrive with an experienced pet owner, or someone patient and compassionate who is ready to learn. She needs a calm, indoor-only home where her care can be given kindly and consistently. She may be able to live with a gentle, older resident cat after a slow introduction. Dogs are not recommended. She enjoys a normal diet, and her full medical history will be provided. What matters most is your time, a soft voice and a willingness to keep to a simple routine.

For anyone wondering about quality of life, there is good news. With thoughtful care and collaboration between carers and vets, paraplegic cats can enjoy a good quality of life, and their affection is boundless. Biscuit is living proof. 

Rescued simply because she was too friendly to be left behind, Biscuit should have had the promise of a carefree life but fate had other plans. Through it all she has never lost her love for people. She greets every day with gentleness, trust and a spirit that refuses to dim. She will need extra care, but what she offers in return is rare and precious. If you have the heart and patience to open your home to her, Biscuit will reward you with a bond like no other.