A neighbor noticed a tiny gray kitten curled up in the corner of their flower garden. When they decided to bring him inside, they didn’t realize just how adorable and demanding he would become.
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Last weekend in North Carolina, Stephanie Grantham, the founder of Sparkle Cat Rescue, was at a local veterinary clinic when she met a small gray kitten who completely stole her heart. “He only weighed about 1.46 pounds but was full of energy, rolling around and showing off like a tiny superstar,” Stephanie shared.
The kitten, later named Scrunkle, was only 4–5 weeks old but had already experienced more than most kittens his age. His journey to safety began when Clara, an independent rescuer, got a call from her neighbor about a kitten seen near their garden.
While mowing the lawn, the neighbor noticed something moving near the flowers—a small gray fluffball shivering in the dirt. On closer look, it was a frightened kitten looking up with wide, pleading eyes.
He was found alone in a flower garden Photo Credit: SparkleCatRescue
The kitten had clearly been wandering for days, lost and hungry, until he stumbled upon the safety of that garden. Clara quickly arrived with a crate, unsure whether the kitten was scared or friendly—but the moment she approached, Scrunkle’s reaction melted her heart.
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Instead of running away, the kitten leaned toward her touch, purring softly. Clara gently scooped him up from the flowerbed and held him close. “He immediately relaxed, as if he had been waiting for someone to help,” she said. That night, she made him a cozy bed and gave him food before taking him to the vet the next morning.
He immediately demanded attention and cuddles Photo Credit: SparkleCatRescue
Scrunkle quickly became the center of attention at the clinic. He meowed loudly whenever no one was holding him, demanding constant affection. Recognizing his need for love, Stephanie offered to transport him to a foster home with caretakers Erin and Lauren.
“He didn’t want to stay in the carrier,” Stephanie said with a laugh. “I held him in my lap wrapped in a towel the entire way. All he wanted was snuggles.”
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At first, Scrunkle was flea-ridden, dehydrated, and weak, yet he never stopped seeking human comfort. After a warm bath, clean bedding, and some good food, his spirits lifted. “Within hours of eating and drinking, he started rolling on his back and purring like a tiny motor,” Stephanie said.
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As the days passed, Scrunkle’s recovery was remarkable. He became even more affectionate, constantly demanding attention and curling up in laps. His foster family described him as a “snuggle addict” who refuses to be left alone for more than a minute.
He adores people and wants snuggles all day Photo Credit: SparkleCatRescue
“He’s just the sweetest little guy,” said Erin. “The moment we walk into the room, he runs straight to us, purring and brushing against our legs. If you pet him, he flops down in joy and melts like butter.”
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Now fully settled in foster care, Scrunkle has transformed into a playful and loving lap cat. He follows his humans everywhere, ensuring he’s never far from a cuddle session or a gentle hand to pet him.
The look he gives when he asks for attention Photo Credit: SparkleCatRescue
“He absolutely loves being held and snuggled,” Erin added. “He’s so darn cute and just wants to be loved all day long.”
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Thanks to the dedication of Sparkle Cat Rescue and his amazing foster family, Scrunkle has found a new beginning filled with warmth, care, and endless cuddles. You can follow more updates about Scrunkle and other rescues on Instagram and Facebook.
