The rest of the litter, Cherry Bakewell, Jaffa Cake, and Jammie Dodger, showered Twiglet with snuggles and tiny purrs as if to help her heal. They were given a beating-heart snuggle toy which emulates the presence of a cat mom.

24 hours after arrival, Twiglet managed to gain a little over 20 grams, along with some newfound strength. She could rest comfortably without the pesky crust on her coat.

Over the next few days, she continued to make good strides and her appetite soared. "She turned around pretty quickly — within her first week with me, she had doubled in size, gained a lot of energy, and her body felt healthy," Penny told Love Meow.

The four roly-polies put their voices to good use whenever Penny came in with their bottles. "They were loud when hungry, and so content when full."