A tiny kitten found "cold and alone" without her mother is on the mend, charity workers say.

Penelope, who was picked up from Parrock Street in Gravesend, has been in the care of Wisteria Cat Rescue in Rochester for the last five days.

Nicknamed Penny, it was originally thought the dumped animal had hydrocephalus, a build-up of fluid in the brain.

But today charity founder Billy Devitt confirmed that little Penelope has "found her legs".

He said: "It is a very good morning from cheeky Penelope who’s certainly found her legs, I’m sure it won’t be long before she’s up the curtains!

"When Penelope came in our immediate thoughts were that she possibly has hydrocephalus.

"The condition means that the excess fluid puts pressure on the brain, which can damage it.

"However, she has been checked over by the vet who is quite happy with her, she has vision in both eyes, although boss-eyed.

"Her skull feels ok and Penelope is being closely monitored and will undergo regular examinations."

Penelope came into the charity's care after being found cold and alone by a member of the public who reached out to ask for Billy's help due to Penn needing around-the-clock care.

The young cat is estimated to be three or four weeks old and is fully dependent on human help.

Billy confirmed the kitten was underweight for her age and must have been dumped.

He added: "One thing is to be said is that Penny certainly is an absolute little fighter.

"Whilst I appreciate very much that she’s sweet, we kindly request no homing applications or messages are sent in.

"Penelope is a long long way from even being considered to be put up for adoption.

"Come on pretty Penny, you’ve got this."