Monthly Archives: March 2016

Brooklyn – Still Critical Because of Sepsis, She is Now Found Heart Worm Positive

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3/2/16 – brooklyn 3:2:16 Brooklyn w:toys 3:2:16Update on the pregnant dog taken in over the weekend. Last night this sweet girl tested positive for Heart worm Disease. She has already been through so much, but we have no intention of giving up on her now. She needed an emergency C-Section followed by treatment for going septic. There were complications from her pregnancy and 2 of her 4 babies were deceased inside of her. She is 8 yrs old and the pups were premature and the ones with a heartbeat needed to be euthanized.
*This is why you should Spay or Neuter your animals*

As for the Heartworm Disease we will be consulting with a few doctors to see what treatment options there are for her. She is at risk because of her age. Heart worm is a blood parasite that is transmitted from a mosquito. The worms live in the pulmonary chambers of the heart and can suffocate the heart causing death. There is a prevention that is recommended for your dog during heartworm season. Once positive, the treatment is to kill the worms off which is another risk and can be fatal. It is expensive to treat and can take up to a year to kill of the worms successfully.
*This is why your animal should be on Heartworm Prevention*

Please keep the prayers coming for this sweet girl, and if you would like to help towards her medical care we would appreciate any assistance.
Thank you, Gina

Toby – His Owner Advertised Him for Free on Craig’s List

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3/2/16 – It was September 18, 2014 when we received the following e-mail:

“I just rescued a puppy Friday who was listed Free on Craig’s List. Come to find out, he has never seen a vet (no shots or neutering), and he was diagnosed with Dermodedic Mange. His whole body is covered in pinkish red sores, and they have begun to open up.”

Thankfully, we were in a position to not only take care of several bouts with the Mange but also to have Toby neutered and vaccinated. Here is the photo Kathleen, the rescuer, provided the first time and here he is today — happy and healthy in his loving home.toby9:18:14 toby 3:2:16 toby++ 3:2:16

Fundraiser – March 1 through March 28

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Dear 4P1H Friends, If you follow us regularly, you will know that money tends to go out faster than it comes in. Consequently, we are always looking for new ways to raise money. This is one campaign that I feel very good about. NOM NOM POPCORN. For the next 3 weeks, you can purchase this delicious gourmet popcorn and 4p1h will get 40% of sales. I did receive samples of the popcorn and I will attest to the quality. I tried the caramel corn drizzled with dark mint chocolate and the Buffalo Ranch which tasted of real cheese and just a hint of cayenne pepper. Please check it out and if you love popcorn, you will love this. ~ diana
www.supportyours.org/4paws1heart

Brooklyn – Pregnant at 8 Years Old

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3/1/16 – brooklyn3:1:16 Brooklyn+3:1:16 brooklyn++3:1:164 Paws 1 Heart has taken on the medical funding for this very sweet dog. She is breaking my heart and these eyes say it all. The only family she knew is gone and due to complications from her pregnancy, 4 of her babies didn’t survive. She looks as if she’s had several litters of puppies and finally at 8 years old her body was done. Ultrasound showed 4 fetuses, 2 deceased and 2 with heart beats. She had bloody diarrhea and was vomiting. Today she is recovering from her emergency spay and the sadness in her eyes is killing everyone. She will need a home when she recovers and it might be her one and only opportunity for the love she deserves. If you can find it in your heart to help place her or if you would like to help with the medical, let us know. Donations can be made on this page under the ‘donate’ link or by mail at P.O. Box 84, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080. You can reach me at [email protected]

Hercules Share a Huge Thank You to our Supporters

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2/28/16 – A huge thank you to all of our friends who came out to support 4 Paws 1 Heart — all 154 of you – at our 60’s Revolution FundraiserHercules2:14:16. It truly was a great night with Gina’s brothers, Eric and Vince, playing the tunes from the 60’s–Motown to the British Invasion. Although the food was not up to our usual standards, I hope that everyone who attended had a great time making new friends, enjoying the music, and making a difference for the abandoned and abused. ~ diana

Rambo, Precious, and Mia – Rescued from the Streets

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2/28/16 – Some of our friends might be interested in the Oscars but our focus continues to be on the number of fur babies who need our help. Meet Rambo, Precious, and Mia. They were rescued and fostered by Jacque T. We will be paying for their spaying/neutering, and second round of vaccines. Everyone is spoken for — yeah!! More abandoned animals off of the mean streets!! ~ dianaRambo, Precious and Mia w:JacqueTiegs2:28:16

Emily Rose and Pinky – No Food or Fresh Water for Two Weeks and Suffering From Cerebellar Hypoplasia

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2/26/16 – Update on Emily Rose and Pinky: An even sadder story than what we thought originally. On February 24 we posted that Emily Rose and Pinky’s owner died and the family was going to take them to a shelter. Friends of 4 Paws 1 Heart, Nicole and Jo A. jumped into action to find a foster and contacted 4 Paws 1 Heart to see if we would pay medical expenses. (of course we said ‘yes’

The back story on these poor babies is that they were alone in the house for TWO weeks after the owner died — no fresh food or water. The family had not been in contact with the owner for many years and did not know there were cats in the home. After the cats were almost given away to someone found on Craig’s List, Jo was able to pick up Emily Rose and Pinky last night. They found some medical paper work that indicated both cats have CH (Cerebellar Hypoplasia) which is a non-progressive, non-contagious neurological condition which results in walking and balance problems. Also, Emily Rose is 15 years old; we don’t know just yet about Pinky.

Fortunately, with heavy networking, an experienced CH foster who volunteers for our friends at Ferndale Cat Shelter, stepped up and offered to foster these sweeties. Emily Rose and Pinky have been through a very traumatic time – losing their mom, being alone for two weeks, being transferred from one home to another, and being taken to the vet to get a wellness check. But, they will now be loved and cared for because of so many people working together. It’s up to all of us to make a difference. ~ diana

Peanut – A Sad Victim of Domestic Violence

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2/26/16 – Meet Peanut. He was a victim from terrible domestic violence. He has a broken leg and broken ribs which never healed properly. He also has several b.b.’s under his skin. And with all of that, he had a cyst on his leg. Fortunately, he was rescued from this horrendous situation by Danielle H. and she contacted 4 Paws 1 Heart for help. We were happy to give this very sweet, abused boy a second chance at a good life. Your dollars make miracles happen. ~ dianaPeanut 2:26:16