Dog attack left tiny kitten in peril. But she’s ‘fighting with all her might’
A precious little kitten with an adorable name to match a cute face is on the mend thanks to the help of a Texas shelter that’s been working overtime this summer.
Lunchbox is a tiny kitten with a big appetite for life and a strong curiosity. According to Austin Pets Alive!, the little tot is currently recovering from a heinous attack during her first weeks of life.
“At barely 2 months old, little Lunchbox was the victim of a brutal dog attack. The injuries this baby kitten bore were severe—a broken leg, a swollen and injured eye, and a fully degloved tail. She could barely walk, and to make matters worse, her wounds were infected,” the shelter said in an Aug. 6 Facebook post.
“Lunchbox was fighting with all her might to stay alive when Austin Animal Center brought her to APA! for immediate medical attention. Our clinic team sprang into action, giving this kitten all we have to help her overcome her injuries.”
The social media post included photos of the sweet sea salt gray girl with beige and black stripes along her coat, with her eye visually in distress. But they also posted a video of Lunchbox playing innocently with a house plant and a photo of herchowing down on a treat.
“Lunchbox is on the road to recovery, but her journey isn’t over yet. This week, she’ll have surgery to amputate her damaged tail and undergo an eye enucleation,” the shelter said.
For more information on how to help Lunchbox, visit the shelter’s website.
This story was originally published August 7, 2025 at 2:37 PM with the headline "Dog attack left tiny kitten in peril. But she’s ‘fighting with all her might’."