They helped a kitten with a "locked jaw" and transformed her life in the best way possible. TamChatonsOrphelinsMontrealA tiny kitten was brought to a veterinary clinic when her owner no longer wanted her. Her future seemed uncertain, but a kind veterinarian stepped in to help.The vet contacted Chatons Orphelins Montreal, where volunteers welcomed the kitten into their care. "We named her Tam. She was barely three months old and weighed only 900 grams (underweight). Her jaw was broken and locked shut, and she couldn't feed herself," the rescue shared.A dedicated volunteer began syringe-feeding her around the clock to keep her nourished. ChatonsOrphelinsMontrealBecause Tam couldn't open her mouth or chew, she was placed on a slurry diet. Despite her condition, her will to live was fierce; she even plunged her face into the food, trying to eat. "She wanted to live and tried to suck up the food."A scan revealed her jaw had been injured and healed crookedly, leaving it stuck shut. ChatonsOrphelinsMontrealWith the help of a specialist, the brave kitten underwent corrective surgery so she could finally open her mouth again. "The surgery went well. Her mouth was mobile again as soon as she woke up."When Tam was discharged, she devoured her very first pate meal all by herself, savoring every bite with gusto. ChatonsOrphelinsMontreal"She opened her mouth wide and stuck out her tongue to lick every last bit from the bowl, even though her face was still swollen."During recovery, Tam found comfort in the resident senior cat, whose gentle nature put even the shyest kittens at ease. She curled up against her feline friend, purring softly until she drifted off to sleep. ChatonsOrphelinsMontrealThanks to the compassion of the vet, volunteers, and the specialist, Tam can now live like any other kitten her age. She demolishes every meal, leaving no crumbs behind, as if making up for lost time."Her jaw may (still) be slightly misaligned, but it's now functional. She's a little fighter." Left: Her jaw was crooked and locked; right: after surgery, her jaw is now mobileChatonsOrphelinsMontrealWith a full belly, Tam has turned into a whirlwind of energy. "She is spoiled in her foster home, loves people, and always seeks them out. She's sweet, affectionate, fearless, and full of life. Now completely independent, she has started playing with her kitty friends."She can do everything other kittens do, and then some. ChatonsOrphelinsMontrealThe moment she's petted, her purr engine roars to life. She melts into every cuddle, leaning in with complete trust. Sometimes, she even presses her nose against her human's, like offering a kiss."She's also mischievous, curious, and always ready to chase or play with anything that moves." ChatonsOrphelinsMontrealNow, a sleek little "house panther," Tam has become her humans' shadow. She follows them everywhere and even joins them on outings in her cozy cat carrier. At night, she climbs into bed for snuggles, filling the room with her soothing purrs.Her love of food hasn't faded either. She is known to sneak a snack from your plate when you are not watching. ChatonsOrphelinsMontrealAfter a rough beginning, Tam has blossomed into a beautiful, energetic young cat, thanks to those who never gave up on her. She has regained not only her health but also her appetite, playful spirit, and zest for life.She shines like a little star, surrounded by human and feline friends, and is ready to find the forever home she deserves. ChatonsOrphelinsMontrealShare this story with your friends. More on Tam (in Montreal) and Chatons Orphelins Montreal on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Cat Turns on 'Dad' Mode and Starts Caring for Kittens in Need After Moving Indoors