BOSTON (WWLP) - Two small kittens are the only survivors of their litter and are receiving life-saving care from MSPCA-Angell in the hope that they may find loving homes. Massachusetts “The Voice” contestant to perform during battle rounds MSCPA-Angell said that the approximately th ree-week-old domestic shorthair kittens are among three that were surrendered from an Essex County home on March 7. Two of the kittens' littermates had already died before the organization was called in to help, and seven other cats were living in the home, several of which were not spayed or neutered. Courtesy of MSPCA-Angell. “The kittens were covered in fleas, which caused severe anemia—something that’s a problem for any animal, but it’s deadly for young cats like these,” said Mike Keiley, MSPCA-Angell Vice President of Animal Protection. “Their red blood cell counts were critically low.” The three kittens were brought to the Larson Kelly Community Clinic in Boston and an emergency blood transfusion was immediately performed, but unfortunately, one of the kittens didn't make it. MSPCA Law Enforcement is working with the owner to provide the remaining kittens with flea and tick treatment and preventative care. Courtesy of MSCPA-Angell. “This situation highlights the importance of spay/neuter and the problems that arise when resources aren’t available,” Keiley said. “Their owner loves these cats but is older and dealing with their own medical issues that, coupled with the challenges of finding affordable spay/neuter, led to this.” These kittens will be spayed and neutered among 200 animals during MSPCA-Angell's Giving Day on Thursday. This event is significant to address the backlog of animals in shelter care and prevent an increase in homeless animals in the state. The procedures will take place at MSPCA clinics, as well as at collaborating centers such as the Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center in Springfield. MSPCA-Angell said the two sick kittens are expected to need about five more weeks of care before they will be available to find new homes. To donate for the kittens' cost of care, as well as other animals that may need help, visit mspca.org/givingday. Local News Headlines Herrell’s Ice Cream announces winners of “What’s Your Flavor Idea?” contest Suspect arrested connected to counterfeit bills in Pittsfield Bars and restaurants see St. Patrick’s Day boom Springfield School Committee extends agreement for in-school cameras WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com. ...read more read less