In Knoxville, Tennessee, Renea and her grandfather stumbled upon a group of kittens born to a feral cat. Although they wanted to help, the mother cat kept moving the litter, making it difficult for them to catch the kittens. After a month, the mother cat finally allowed the kittens to stay in a shed on their property, giving Renea the opportunity to handle them. Renea identified the young felines as Manx cats, a breed known for being tailless or having small tails. One of the kittens, a ginger female, had a unique facial structure due to a chromosomal abnormality. Renea was immediately drawn to this kitten and decided to take care of her.
Renea made a firm decision to welcome the petite ginger feline into her family and gave her the moniker Butternut. The adoption occurred in August 2017, when the cat was only a few weeks old. A picture of Butternut can be found on Instagram under the handle @butternutthenuttymanx.
After choosing to adopt Butternut, or “Butters” for short, Renea soon noticed that the little cat was experiencing some health problems. Eventually diagnosed with Manx syndrome, a genetic mutation that affects the tail and spine, Butters’ condition can cause spina bifida and even partial paralysis in the back legs. Renea is committed to providing the necessary care and attention to ensure that Butters has the best quality of life possible.
Butters, a special needs cat, had difficulty with partial paralysis and breathing due to her unique facial structure caused by her chromosomal abnormality. Despite these challenges, her caregiver Renea remained dedicated to providing her with the best possible care. Although some people suggested putting Butters down due to her small size and potential quality of life concerns, Renea refused to give up on her beloved feline companion.
Fortunately, Renea decided against euthanizing Butters and now, over a year later, this charming ginger kitty is doing exceptionally well. In typical feline fashion, Butters has an insatiable appetite, revels in snuggling up with her mom, and relishes playing with her catnip toys. According to Renea, “She also takes pleasure in being playful and rambunctious with her other cat siblings. She’s constantly up to something!”
On Instagram, @butternutthenuttymanx has become quite the sensation. Despite having Manx syndrome and a chromosomal abnormality, Butters is actually quite easy to care for, according to his owner Renea. Unfortunately, many people assume that cats with these conditions are more work and less valuable than “normal” cats, but Renea insists that this couldn’t be further from the truth.
@butternutthenuttymanx’s Instagram picture shows Butters, the special girl, who is not a burden for Renea despite the challenges she faced while taking care of her medical treatment. Renea struggled to find a trustworthy vet who could take care of Butters’ life. But, after some time, she found a vet both she and Butters love.
Butters, a feline with Manx syndrome and a chromosomal abnormality, has faced more health challenges than the average cat. However, her owner Renea is willing to provide her with the care she needs to live a happy and healthy life. Despite the additional expenses, Renea believes that Butters is worth every penny. Initially unaware of Butters’ special needs, Renea is now grateful she decided to give this unique little cat a forever home. She believes that just because a pet may appear different or struggle to move around doesn’t mean their life is any less valuable.
The adorable Butters, who can be seen on @butternutthenuttymanx’s Instagram account, was born with some physical challenges that led many to believe that she should have been put to sleep. However, her loving owner Renea believed in giving her a chance at a happy life. And now, a year and a half later, it’s clear that Renea was absolutely right – Butters is thriving and living her best life despite the odds.
The Instagram post by @butternutthenuttymanx showcases the strong bond between Butters and her owner, Renea. According to Renea, Butters is more than just a cat, she is like a furry child to her. Renea loves Butters with all her heart and treats her with the same love and care she would give to her own child. Their relationship is unbreakable and undeniable.
Check out the cute kitty Butters on Instagram to know more about this lovable feline. Keep up with their adventures and daily life through their profile @butternutthenuttymanx.