poor Pumpkin. She must be an amazing kitty to survive that at the age of 12 years. Just shows what incredible creatures cats are. I hope she doesn't suffer any lasting mental trauma.
I might have to take Korky to France with me later this year (long story) and I've already had sleepless nights about how he'll react and whether I'm being selfish subjecting him to such a journey. Don't take this the wrong way but this terrible story has made me feel a little bit better about it.