The Humane League of Lancaster County received a stray female kitten on Friday, who was brought to the shelter by ORCA after a Good Samaritan reported that children on their way to school were throwing cinder cement blocks at the kitten. The 10-12 week old female kitten, named "Bengal" by staff, is a brown tiger striped cat with orange markings. She was not wearing a collar, and had no other identification. Dr. Bryan Langlois, Medical Director at the Humane League examined her upon arrival and determined that her right hind leg is fractured, and is consulting with an orthopedic surgeon to determine if the leg can be repaired or if it must be amputated.

Megan Gallagher, Vice President of Development and Outreach, notes that despite Friday's assault, the kitten is very affectionate and loving. "It never ceases to amaze me that an animal who has been the victim of such cruelty and in such terrible discomfort can still be so sweet and loving. Thanks to the caller Bengal is on her way to recovery and a bright future as a treasured pet."

The incident occurred at Hebrank and Laurel Streets Friday morning and the Humane League's Humane Police Officers request than anyone with information please contact the shelter. Bengal will remain at the Humane League while our veterinarian determines whether her leg will need to be amputated or whether it can be surgically repaired. She will not be ready for adoption until she has fully recovered and, thus, we are unable to accept requests to adopt her at this time.

Stay tuned for additional e-mails and updates on Bengal's story!