Bin and recycling workers paid for a stray cat’s vet bill – after it was attacked by a seagull.
Pudding had been lounging outside when she was pounced on by the savage gull.
The petrified moggy fled across the road – only narrowly avoiding being hit by a bus.
The attack left her with a bad limp and deep cut on her shoulder.
Recycling centre staff found her hiding in her shelter at the depot, in Exeter.
Workers say the cat – who hangs out at the depot each day – looked in a great deal of pain.
Pudding was taken to the Cats Protection Society where she was treated for a flesh wound.
She was stitched up and given a course of antibiotics – with the bill coming in at £100.
Exeter City Council’s bin crew and recycling team set up a collection pot for the treatment – with it being fully funded at 9am that morning.
Pudding is now resting up and continuing her daily visits.
Locals have praised the workers.
Amanda Leach said: “Aww poor Pudding she’s such a lovely cat.
“Great work everyone, glad she’s on the mend.”
Sarah Holter said: “Well done for looking out for her and she definitely is a pudding.”
Local Wendy added: “There are so many truly kind and caring people about well deserved thank you to them.”
David Goodes said: “I’ve seen the cat at the depot & it’s a real character.
“Well done to the staff for looking after her.”
Petra Fairclough said: “This is so heartwarming.
“What a caring generous bunch you all are. It restores your faith in human nature, hearing things likes this – 10/10 for kindness.”
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