Bingham the Bobcat: The Incredible Rescue and Survival Story of an Abandoned Wild Kitten
Life in the wild can be harsh, especially for newborn animals left without protection.

Gwen Poe is a passionate animal lover and storyteller whose life has been deeply shaped by her extraordinary experiences with wildlife. Living in Pasadena, California, Gwen fondly remembered caring for an adult bobcat named Dorothy when she was just twelve years old — a memory that stayed close to her heart for years.
Her lifelong connection with animals led her back to New Mexico after hearing about a litter of bobcat kittens. Captivated by their charm and spirit, Gwen brought one kitten, Bingham, back home with her to California. Bingham quickly became part of the family, living peacefully alongside other household pets.
Through school visits, senior center programs, and community events, Gwen shared Bingham’s remarkable story with audiences of all ages, inspiring curiosity, compassion, and appreciation for wildlife. Her experiences reflect a deep respect for nature and the unique bonds that can form between humans and animals.
This book is about the rescue and survival of a bobcat kitten named Bingham. He was one of three abandoned kittens due to an apparent tragedy for the mother. The nursing skills and care by Vera Jones guaranteed the kitten's survival. Professional diet and veterinary care were also vital keys involved with the bobcat's adaptation to a different habitat. The healthy adaptations continued to promote survival. He lived ten years. Bingham was a very tame bobcat, and everyone respected his boundaries. He enjoyed Gerber 2nd Foods Turkey baby food as a treat. He was always the center of attention at a school function or retirement home or company picnic. And he was an easy traveler. Bingham was a family member along with three dogs and a cat. Bingham was a great treasure.

Life in the wild can be harsh, especially for newborn animals left without protection.
Some stories remind us how love and compassion can completely change a life.
The story of Bingham the Bobcat is a powerful example of how compassion, proper care, and natural survival instincts can work together to create an extraordinary life.