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NewsWSVN 7 MiamiJuly 30, 2026Miami-Dade

Viral foster kitten receives custom 3D-printed wheelchair

A Cincinnati animal shelter has provided a custom 3D-printed wheelchair to a foster kitten named Gelato, who previously gained social media attention for using a makeshift mobility device.

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Why It Matters

The story highlights the role of community engagement and creative veterinary solutions in providing mobility support for animals in local shelter care.

Key Facts

  • Gelato, a foster kitten, has received a new custom 3D-printed wheelchair.
  • The wheelchair is intended to assist the kitten's mobility while he works to strengthen his back legs.
  • The kitten's initial mobility aid was constructed by veterinary technician Mallory Smith using cardboard, rulers, zip ties, tape, and Hot Wheels parts.
  • The shelter credits social media engagement for helping connect them with resources to obtain the custom device.

Who's Mentioned

organizationCincinnati Animal CARE“The animal shelter providing care for Gelato.”otherGelato“A foster kitten at a Cincinnati animal shelter.”personMallory Smith“A lead veterinary technician at the shelter who created the initial mobility aid”organizationWLWT“The news outlet reporting the story.”