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This Kitten Was Born Without Elbow Joints. Months Later Her Transformation Is Incredible!

Being the runt of the litter is not generally a good thing. You are smaller than everyone else and may have a harder time reaching milestones. Roo Russ was the runt of her litter and to add insult to that label, she was also born without elbow joints. In April 2016, Roo and two of her siblings arrived at the shelter.

kitten without elbow joints

Image Credit: Little Roo Russ

Without elbow joints, Roo walked in an unusual fashion. Thankfully, Roo was cared for by Marnie Russ.

kitten without elbow joints

Image Credit: Little Roo Russ

Marnie specialized in caring for animals with special needs, critical care kittens, and neonates.

kitten without elbow joints

Image Credit: Little Roo Russ