Janus Kitten Gemini Is Born With 2 Noses and 2 Mouths in Powys
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Updated · BBC.com · Jul 18
Janus Kitten Gemini Is Born With 2 Noses and 2 Mouths in Powys
3 articles · Updated · BBC.com · Jul 18
Summary
Gemini, one of eight kittens born at a Llangedwyn rescue, is being monitored around the clock after arriving with diprosopus, a rare craniofacial duplication disorder.
PurrfectlyFeral founder Shelley Jones said most Janus kittens are stillborn or survive only briefly, making the kitten's condition an immediate concern.
The mother, a stray taken in 3 weeks ago, rejected Gemini after the birth, leaving staff to bottle-feed the kitten every hour.
Jones said she first thought Gemini was a conjoined twin and had never encountered the condition before, underscoring how rare Janus cats are.
The Powys rescue said caring for Gemini depends on donations as it tries to give the kitten "every chance" for however long it survives.