When a massive storm swept through a known cat colony in Brisbane, a litter of newborn kittens was found clinging to life in rising floodwaters. Best Friends Felines, a local rescue organization, rushed to their aid despite the treacherous weather. Freezing, starving, and without their mother, the kittens were brought to safety and placed in foster care, where they were finally warm, fed, and out of danger. Among them was a tiny tuxedo kitten named Coyote—smaller than the rest, but with a spark of defiance in his eyes.
In the following weeks, Coyote stood out—not just for his mischievous energy, but because he began to mysteriously lose his fur. While his siblings grew fluffier by the day, Coyote’s coat thinned until his skin showed through. Despite this odd turn, he was healthy and spirited, often outpacing his littermates in play. Vets suspected his hair loss was due to poor nutrition early in life, but it didn’t dampen his zest. “He thinks he’s six feet tall,” joked his foster mom, as Coyote fearlessly launched into clumsy pounces and epic kitten wrestling matches.
At five weeks old, Coyote’s fur began to grow back, soft and thick, transforming him once again into the cuddly kitten he was born to be. His fierce spirit was matched only by his affection for people—always ready to nibble a toe or curl up in a warm lap. When he was finally ready for adoption, it didn’t take long for a forever family to fall in love with him. Now thriving in his new home, Coyote lives each day to the fullest—proof that even the smallest and scrappiest souls can grow into something truly special with a little help and a lot of love.
