Upon arrival, they saw a scrawny, fragile cat covered in mats and bald patches trudging out of the carrier. Despite it all, Thelma was in good spirits and immediately sought comfort in blankets and pillows.

She was in general good health, and only needed to be treated for a urinary tract infection. All the mats and knots were carefully removed from her coat, and she was put on a diet aimed to get her weight back on track.

"We found her a wonderful foster carer and placed her into our palliative care program, where she will live out the remainder of her life being loved and spoilt."

Thelma settled beautifully into her new abode and found her favorite cat bed to snooze in. "She is in good health, just a little slow, and perhaps a little deaf, judging by her extremely loud meow."