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Orphaned kittens saved by Royal Navy sailors

Orphaned kittens saved by Royal Navy sailors

Summary

Royal Navy sailors in Bahrain found five orphaned kittens under a shipping container and took care of them. The sailors fed and looked after the kittens, but one did not survive. The remaining kittens were found new homes, and a local vet confirmed they are healthy.

Key Facts

  • Sailors in Bahrain discovered five kittens under a shipping container.
  • The kittens were three weeks old and had not been weaned, meaning they were too young to eat or drink on their own.
  • The kittens' mother had died, leaving them on their own.
  • The sailors took turns feeding and caring for the kittens.
  • Temperatures in Bahrain were about 40°C (104°F) during this time.
  • Despite their efforts, one kitten did not survive.
  • A local vet checked the surviving kittens and found them healthy.
  • New homes have been found for the surviving kittens.

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