'Dead' Cat Escapes Grave After Being Buried Alive

28 Jan 2015, UK- A cat who was buried after being hit by a car has seemingly come back from the dead – after managing to claw himself out of a grave.

Bart appeared lifeless after being found in the middle of a road by his grief-stricken owner and was

laid to rest.

But five days later, the two-year-old cat was spotted in a neighbour's garden alive, despite sustaining serious injuries.

Bart's owner thought he had died in the accident. Pic: The Humane Society

"He had dug himself out of the grave and slowly made his way backhome – albeit weak, dehydrated and in need of medical attention," said the Humane Society, which is now caring for Bart as his owner is unable to pay for veterinary treatment.

When Bart was taken to their animal health centre in Florida, doctorsdiscovered he had sustained a broken jaw and open facial wounds during the accident. The feisty feline has also undergone surgery so one of his eyes could be removed.

Vets expect Bart to make a strong recovery, allowing him to return home in the not-too-distant future.