01/04/2026
Special Needs Сat with ‘Sad Face’ Shоws Wоrld Τhat Βeing Different Is Βeautiful.
Meet Toby, a truly special cat who’s redefining beauty with every purr. Born with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), Toby has delicate, wrinkly skin that makes him look unique—but his spirit is as strong as any other feline’s.
His journey home began in 2018, when Georgina and Christopher spotted him and his brother Quinton on the RSPCA website. Still healing from the loss of their previous cat, they opened their hearts to this timid bonded pair. The brothers were scared at first, hiding under the bed together, but patience and love slowly worked wonders.
Toby’s skin requires extra care, and Quinton seemed to understand—always gentle during play. Their bond was unbreakable. After Quinton’s passing in 2020, the family honored him by adopting Leo, who also has EDS. Today, Toby and Leo are thriving together.
With over 221,000 followers on Instagram, Toby’s family hopes his story encourages more people to consider adopting special needs pets. “It doesn’t take any more to love them,” Georgina says. “They are still beautiful animals with amazing personalities, and they love you just the same.”