Monthly Archives: January 2017

Isaac – Getting Fitted for His New Cart

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1/8/17 – We wish our little Isaac could have had the same success as Chance but we are thankful that we can still be there for him by getting him a cart. The cart cannot be used 24/7 and without supervision but when his foster mom is there, Isaac can get some relief. A huge thank you to our Board member, Cynthia, who has done so much for this sweetheart. -diana

“Isaac went to his appointment last Wednesday to be fitted for his own cart. Isaac has hind leg paralysis at 8 weeks when the owner surrendered him. The cause of the paralysis is unknown. Isaac is good with withdrawal but no extensor muscle action to defy gravity, despite months of physical therapy and acupuncture paid for by 4 Paws 1 Heart. Isaac will never be able to walk or urinate on his own. Isaac gets around by pulling his whole body weight with his front legs. With that said he is a very healthy, happy and playful boy and would benefit greatly from a Hind Leg Cart. The cart would allow him to get around easier without having to drag his whole body. We have gotten in some donations for his cart already which we are very thankful for. If you would like to donate https://4paws1heart.org/donations/ – Cynthia (Isaac’s foster mom)isaac-1717isaac-1717isaac-1717

West Branch Kittens – Very Ill and Alone on the Streets

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1/6/17 – Let me apologize if you are a ‘dog person’ only and getting tired of seeing kittens and cats. As I’ve said so many times before, we don’t discriminate and the need for cats and kittens this year have been great. Based on my personal experience through 4p1h, I think there are many reasons — 1) cats have litters more often thus making for more cats and kittens on the streets, 2) people tend to ‘dump’ unwanted cats thinking they can fend for themselves, 3) there are more cats killed in shelters, consequently some of the cat rescues, strictly rescue shelter cats and not strays, and 4) I believe there are more organizations who rescue dogs than there are cats, consequently, creating a void for the many individuals who won’t turn their back on an animal in need. 4 Paws 1 Heart seems to have filled that void.
A friend of 4p1h, whom we’ve helped before, “stumbled’ across 4 4-month old kittens in West Branch, MI. The kittens were all very illl with upper respiratory infections. Fortunately, with a lot of love and care, they were healthy enough for their vaccines and neuter/spay (there are two girls and two boys). 4 Paws 1 Heart was happy to eliminate the possibility of more unwanted babies being born. ~ diana

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Bridgette – Saved from a Home With Over 40 Dead and Live Cats

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1/5/17 – A happy update about Bridgette. It was almost two years ago when she was rescued from a horrible situation where over 40 cats were living, some others were found dead. Our good friend from A Hopeful Heart worked very hard to rescue as many of them as possible and bring in the authorities. The story was also on the news. Unfortunately, unless the hoarder is helped, the hoarding will continue until, once again, the situation is reported and then we all start all over again. In this case, the hoarder refused all help and the husband continued to be an enabler. A very difficult situation for the humans, but a deadly situation for the poor animals. Thank God for Denise and her sister, Shell, for opening their hearts and homes. Bridgette is truly a little sweetheart who we enjoyed visiting a few weeks ago. ~ diana

“Heehee! Hellooo Team, its me..Bridgette again! Since its my Birthday, I get to do the nitenite post! So, for those who dont know my history I was rescued from a terrible hoarder house along with about 40 other kittys. Mom took me to foster me. I had a lot going on when I came. 4 Paws 1 Heart was there for all my medical. I had chronic crystals which is under control now. I also have chronic allergys and chronic asthma too. Despite that our amazing friend Annie wanted to adopt me! But when I went to Annies house, it turned out Annie had a severe, and I mean a SEVERE allergic reaction to me. She loved me sooo much and was so sad to have to send me back to moms house. I still love Annie very much, and she loves me too! Anyways, Im such a sweet girl that after that Chance, mom & Aunt Shelly decided they couldnt bear to part with me again, so they decided to keep me forever and ever ❤ I still have my asthma and allergies and I get medicine.We have to be very careful with my allergys but I am the Princess of the house and I love my family to the moon, and everybody loves snd spoils me…a lot!!! So there you have it, the story of my Second Chance. Sweet dreams everybody, we love you all bunches!”

Love, purrrs & woofs ❤ Bridgette, Chance & the Gang

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Eenie, Meenie, Moe, Tum Tum, & Floofy – All Left Behind in a Vacant Home by Their Owners

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1/5/17 – Why do people think they can leave their pets behind and that they will survive??? I guess it’s not a matter of ‘their thinking’ — it’s a matter of ‘they don’t really care’. When did so many people become so heartless and cruel. These 6 innocents were rescued after being found, left behind in a vacant home. They will all be spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and receive any other medical treatment necessary, complements of 4 Paws 1 Heart. ~ dianaeenie-wjo-addington-1417moe-wjo-add-1417meeny-wjo-add-1417 um-tum-floofy-wjo-add-1417

Sadie’s Pride – 19 Kittens Helped by 4 Paws 1 Heart Find Their Homes

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1/4/17 – Yes, with the help of our donors, the rescuers, and the fosters, 4 Paws 1 Heart paid for spay/neuter, vaccinations, testing, flea treatment, deworming and more, if needed. Nineteen cats who will never reproduce again. When you consider that every female can average a litter of five kittens, three times a year and can reproduce almost their entire life — well, you do the math. Again, thank you to Sadie’s Pride, our donors, and the rescuers who truly make a difference in this world.
P.S. If you want to see more photos of the 19 saved, go to our website and search under Sadie’s Pride. ~ diana

“It is with a happy heart that I can announce that we are empty! All of our cats and kittens have found their furever home! Thank you Rich Kropp for ALL the emergency runs and all the leg work! For never saying no and never questioning my judgement.
Thank you Austin Powell for feeding..cleaning and all the maintenance you do. You rock!
Thank you Sarah Balsick Kim Miller Rachel Gerstner for all you do.
Thank you 4 paws 1 heart.
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Trouble (aka Rudy) – In Trouble Again

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1/1/17 – Unfortunately, Trouble (aka Rudy) was taken once again to Advanced Animal Emergency for a second time on New Year’s Day.

“Hi …..Rudy…I mean TROUBLE here. Yes, Mom changed it back to Trouble. It seems that I got myself in a bit of trouble….

Here is my story…the short version. New Years Day, Projectile vomitting, Mom had to leave saurkraut day to take me to Advanced Animal Emergency but she brought my new harem which includes Aunt Annie – Anne Sadowski and Auntie Lisa Lisa Marie Panczyk. Pictures of my belly were taken. Things looked funky so need to see a vet that can do an ultrasound. Anti- nausea med given. Home we go 3 1/2 hours. An hour later Mom told Dad we had to go back things weren’t right they took me back. I had a sleep over! got hydrated and anti-nausea meds! Felt better. Dr Van came in and took me to go for the ultrasound. Things were still funky and food was still in my tummy way way after 12 hours…sounds like blockage to me! Dr Van put me to sleep and took a peek inside – ah oh….I had trouble! I had intussusception again- Dr. Van took 19cm of my intestines out. Last time it was like 6-8 inches….I might run out of intestines!

The wonderful people at Advanced are taking great care of me and am slated to go home Weds. That’s my story…
Special thank you to 4 Paws 1 Heart for all they do- they pay medical expenses for homeless and abused animals – so please start out the new year right (UnLike me) and donate to their cause! www.4paws1heart.org/donations

Mom here….please pray for Rudy and his recovery and for his Dr. and techs….he is so sweet and loving – our home is not the same without that nutty ball of fur.”

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Tawny – Dropped Off on Someone’s Porch; Now Ready for Adoption

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1/3/17 – In November, at just three months old, Tawny was dropped off on the porch of someone known to rescue cats. Thankfully, he was found to be a healthy boy, just a little shy. He has been neutered, vaccinated, treated for fleas and worms complements of 4 Paws 1 Heart and is now ready for his forever home. Anyone interested in this very handsome boy should contact: [email protected] ~ dianatawny-dianahawkins-122916tawny-wdianahawkins-122816tawnywdianahawkins-111916

Jingle Belle – She was Screaming For Help from Under a Deck

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1/2/17 – Now that the hubbub of the holidays is over, it’s back to introducing more of the animals we’ve been helping. This is Jingle Belle. It was during those frigid days of December when one of our rescue friends was contacted about a small kitten who had been under a deck for 4 days. When the rescuer arrived, the poor little thing was screaming. Little Jingle Belle was emaciated and had a puncture wound which had already started healing. After a few days, Jingle’s anus started swelling and was taken to the vet and treated. Today she is doing well and getting ready to go to her forever home when she gets just a little older. ~ diana

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