Introducing Mochi, an adorable munchkin cat who embarked on a remarkable journey from China to the United States. This little feline faced a tough battle with ischemic dermatopathy, a condition that caused the deterioration of certain body parts such as her ears, tail, and right hind leg. However, despite her unique appearance and ongoing physical difficulties, Mochi found a loving home with a compassionate couple named Greg and Natalia.
Hailing from Boston, Massachusetts, Greg and Natalia share a deep admiration for animals and have always had a special place in their hearts for furry companions. Although Mochi is their first pet together, they instantly fell in love with her despite her unconventional looks and decided to embrace her with open arms.
With their unwavering love and support, Mochi now enjoys a life filled with joy and comfort. She may be missing a few body parts, but her spirit remains unbroken. Follow Mochi’s heartwarming journey on Instagram and TikTok to witness the incredible bond between this extraordinary munchkin and her devoted owners.
Bored Panda recently had the opportunity to speak with Greg McDouglas, the new owner of Mochi, and we were curious to learn more about her story. Greg shared with us that Mochi was originally bred and born in China as a munchkin kitten. She was later bought by a family in the Boston area. Unfortunately, not long after joining her new family, Mochi started experiencing a strange illness that eventually led to necrosis. The severity of her condition prompted her owners to surrender her to a remarkable rescue shelter called MSPCA-Angell. However, by that time, her condition had progressed significantly. To improve her quality of life, the doctors at the shelter had to amputate one of her hind legs, both ears, and her tail. Additionally, Mochi had also developed ringworm during this time.
After some time with her previous owners, they decided to bring her to MSPCA-Angell, a unique rescue shelter equipped to give her the essential care she needed.
After enduring a challenging journey, Mochi found herself under the compassionate care of the shelter’s doctors for a remarkable two-month period. Despite her initial struggles, the medical team’s exceptional efforts led to an astonishing recovery. During this time, she remained quarantined, awaiting her restoration to full health. It was during this phase that my incredible animal-loving fiancée, Natalia, stumbled upon the shelter’s adoption listing and could not resist falling madly in love with Mochi. Overwhelmed with excitement, Natalia promptly submitted an application for Mochi’s adoption.
To our delight, the shelter reached out to us the very next day, informing us that we had been chosen to welcome Mochi into our loving home. Natalia couldn’t contain her joy. Attempting to maintain composure, I suggested that we meet Mochi before finalizing our decision. However, the instant we laid eyes on her during our visit on that memorable January 22nd, 2023, both Natalia and I were swept away by an overwhelming wave of affection. This was the moment our hearts knew that Mochi had forever found her place with us. And now, our beloved companion has been by our side for just over two months, completing our family with her resolute spirit, despite having lost one hind leg, both ears, and her tail due to the advanced state of her condition.
for a period of two months, receiving medical attention from the shelter’s doctors and remaining in isolation the whole time.
Afterward, we were curious about Mochi’s unique character and the activities she engages in on a daily basis in her new dwelling. Greg fondly described her as incredibly sweet, full of life, and always bubbling with energy. He added that Mochi thoroughly enjoys playing games within the confines of their home, including a fun-filled round of hide and seek. Additionally, she expresses herself quite vocally, often communicating through a medley of meows, chirps, and squeaks. But Mochi’s affectionate nature truly shines when she seeks out belly rubs, head scratches, and even cozily snoozes on Natalia’s head during the night. Being the center of attention and greeting new people are two of her favorite things, as she fearlessly embarks on boundless adventures, her curiosity always piqued. The immense love and care they shower upon her only goes to show that adopting Mochi has undoubtedly been one of the most rewarding decisions they’ve ever made, as she fills their lives with an abundance of love and joy.
After receiving proper care and recuperating, the shelter made the decision to offer her for adoption.
When Natalia and Greg came across Mochi’s listing, they wasted no time in submitting their adoption application.
