Stray kitten rescued from soup can

A 4-month old stray male kitten in Louisville was "a little too headstrong in his attempt to find his supper," Metro Animal Services said, but a pair of bolt-cutters saved the day - and the cat.



According to MAS Assistant Director of Community Relations Jackie Gulbe, the feline forager found a can of soup and helped himself to the leftovers. In the process of dining, however, he ended up getting his head stuck in the can.

The kitten was brought in by MAS animal control officer Raymond Thomas on Monday, and was immediately taken to the veterinary staff, Gulbe said. An initial attempt was made by veterinary assistant Brenda Keel to remove the can, but the kitten started crying. He was sedated and a pair of bolt-cutters were used to cut the can off of his head.



Gulbe said the kitten was also hypothermic and received medical attention to stabilize his condition. Staff named the kitten "Campbell." "Our staff did a great job rescuing this little guy from what could have been a ‘can-tastrophe,'" said Gulbe. "He is a friendly, sweet boy who is available for adoption at the Animal House Adoption Center."