Shelter holds special ‘graduation ceremony’ for adorable orange stray cat who survived coyote attack

A California animal shelter held a graduation ceremony for an adorable orange cat that survived a coyote attack.

Kyle, a two-year-old tabby, was brought to the San Diego Humane Society in late July after he was attacked by a coyote, suffering wounds to his neck and chest.

Shortly after the attack, a Good Samaritan rescued him and brought him into the shelter for emergency care.

Due to California law, Kyle was forced to undergo a six-month quarantine period to monitor him to make sure he wasn’t carrying rabies, which is fatal.

On January 27, he finally graduated from his isolation period and the shelter threw him a ceremony, complete with a black graduation cap and gown.

They decorated a room with a sign commemorating the occasion and posted photos of the short-haired kitty on the wall.

Staff even played a Kyle-theme game of trivia, where the prize was a crocheted version of the sweet kitty, and ate cupcakes with a picture of him on it, according to Fox 5 San Diego.

‘Kyle’s resilience has been remarkable,’ said Rebecca Smith, the associate director of guest relations and animal placement.

Kyle, a two-year-old tabby cat, graduated from his six-month quarantine period on Monday after he was brought in after an animal attack in July

Staff threw him a graduation party to celebrate, including playing a Kyle-themed trivia game where the prize was a crocheted version of the cat

‘From learning to play with enrichment toys, to enjoying window time and treats, he’s shown us he’s a fighter.’

Kyle spent the last six months in a large enclosure inside Smith’s office so he would still have support and comfort.

During his quarantine, he kept staff entertained by demanding treats and snacks and voicing his opinion, the outlet added.

He also enjoyed cuddle time and liked to be rolled around in his stroller.

Now that he has graduated, Kyle is finally cleared for adoption.

Kyle is one of the lucky feral cats who were able to get immediate help after a bite.

Roughly 200 to 300 cats per year get the deadly virus, which currently has no cure.

The virus is transmitting through animal bites. The virus then reproduces in the tissues and travels through the nerves to the brain.

During his quarantine, he kept staff entertained by demanding treats and snacks, voicing his opinion, and working as a handyman

Now that he has graduated, Kyle is finally cleared for adoption

Cats show signs as early as 10 days after the bite, but it can take up to a year or longer for signs to appear, according to VCA Hospitals.

California requires a six-month quarantine for unvaccinated pets that have been exposed to an animal that may carry rabies.

However, if a pet is up-to-date on their vaccines, the state allows for a shorter 30-day quarantine at home.