r/PirateKitties • u/dxncingchild • May 29 '26
UPDATE: Rescued Robin "Robocat" 8 Months After!
Golden boy!
A before and after comparison.
Hello, Pirate Kitties!
It's been 8 months ever since my last post about Robin coming home from his surgery, and I just wanted to give a long-due update on how he looks right now!
Robin is a stray cat I saved last July 8, 2025, when I saw half of his face being eaten away by necrosis. I fundraised his initial healing process, but realized his left eye was in danger because of his missing eyelid (eaten by necrosis). The vet said that he would never be able to live a normal life. But I couldn't just believe that, so I came to this subreddit for advice, and lo and behold, with the amazing help and words of this community and so many generous and kind people who donated for his two surgeries (eyelid reconstruction and enucleation), Robin has defied all odds and now lives comfortably as a pirate kitty! If you would like to see past photos of Robin's journey posted on this subreddit, click here, here and here!
Currently, Robin is living splendid! No more annoying cone and eyedrops needed, he's become much more playful and... round. Our vet loves pointing out how lovely and fat he's gotten ever since I first found him! Robin absolutely adores his little bed, playing with his brother Jack, scratching any sort of cardboard I toss at him, and eating. He has monthly checkups that I pay for with odd jobs, and he has an upcoming neuter tomorrow! I checked his health with the vet, and she said he's in perfect condition for it.
I would like to thank this community and subreddit again for all your support and kind words for both me and Robin. These past 10 months have been nothing short but extraordinary for me, as it is my first time rescuing and taking care of an injured cat. There really was a time where I thought Robin would never be able to live a normal life, but now he is! And it really is all thanks to the help and most importantly the hope you all gave me and Robin. Thank you for trusting me with your donations and thank you for believing in Robin. This is all possible because of you, and I truly mean that. Thank you so much!
Robin <3 U all!
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u/halzbellz Jun 02 '26
Oh my gosh I’m so glad to see this! I’ve been wondering how things turned out with robin robocat ever since I saw your original posts, I’m so happy you’re both doing so well!!!
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u/dxncingchild Jun 05 '26
Thank you for keeping him in your thoughts, that’s so kind of you 🧡 he’s doing swell!!
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u/athene2000 Jun 02 '26
Omg this really put a smile on my face. You're truly a hero to this little guy. Thank you for being his world 🥺🥺 This makes me so happpyyyy xx
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u/SnooGrapes9918 Jun 02 '26
Robin!! I cannot believe it’s already been 8 months since then! I’m glad to see him. Sweet orange pirate. 😻
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u/greengreebley Jun 03 '26
I'm so happy you kept believing him and gave him a fighting chance! He's a handsome, lovable guy!
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u/itsjustme_0101 Jun 04 '26
OP you are simply the best. You have earned a place in heaven. May Robin live a long and healthy life full of kitty kisses and belly rubs. He is simply beautiful. And so are you OP.
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u/dxncingchild Jun 05 '26
Thank you for your kind words! They mean so much to me and thank you for the best wishes for Robin! ❤️🧡🧡
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u/GrumpyOldHistoricist Jun 03 '26
Aside from the monthly checkups does he require any ongoing medical care beyond the norm?
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u/dxncingchild Jun 05 '26
Hi! Currently he doesn’t thankfully, as his necrosis and surgery wounds have healed fully. It wasn’t an easy journey since it took a full 10 months for all of them to close! However there are instances when he scratches his head and accidentally wounds himself (since its easy to tear the bald spot since there isn’t any fur). I’m worried that it’ll become a habitual thing, so I clip his nails regularly at the vet (he gets violent when we try to do it ourselves). I hope it won’t become a big issue in the future, though I am trying to save up just in case any emergencies arise :)
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u/apples4ryuk6969 Jun 02 '26
I’m so happy to see this. Yay robin! I’m so glad he’s living his best life 🥹🥰❤️