4/6/17 – Midnight appeared at a home after obviously being in a fight. He had many wounds on his body but was very friendly. We had Midnight visit one of our professional and generous veterinarians to have his wounds treated, checked for a microchip, vaccinated, tested, and neutered. Unfortunately, there was no microchip and although we are sure he must have been inside at one time, his owners could not be found. In the process of his vet visit, it was found that Midnight was FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) positive. According to Pets Web MD, “Cats who are infected with feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) may not show symptoms until years after the initial infection occurred. Although the virus is slow-acting, a cat’s immune system is severely weakened once the disease takes hold. This makes the cat susceptible to various secondary infections. Infected cats who receive supportive medical care and are kept in a stress-free, indoor environment can live relatively comfortable lives for months to years before the disease reaches its chronic stages.” A temporary foster was found for him. ~ diana
Daily Archives: April 18, 2017
Megan – Living in a Cat Community
4/5/17 – Meet Megan – she showed up at our Board member’s feral cat colony where she works. She was trying to trap a believed-to-be pregnant female but got what she thought was a boy (orange tabby). This poor baby had bare spots in her fur which when she was taken to the veterinarian, it was determined that it was caused from a flea allergy. She is estimated to be only 6 months old which makes us very sad but SHE WILL NEVER EVER EVER have kittens! As always, we are always there (as long as we have the funds) to stop the overpopulation of animals. Megan was spayed, vaccinated and treated for fleas and released back to her community. May God (and loving humans) continue to watch these innocent animals who deserve so much more.
Tanner – RIP Sweet Boy – You Did Not Die Alone
4/4/17 – RIP Sweet Tanner – A man working at a construction site saw this beautiful cat trying to walk on only 3 legs; he could not use one of his back legs. The cat also looked to be in pretty rough shape. The man brought him to his mom and they proceeded to clean him up and call rescues for help. Unfortunately, after four days they were unsuccessful and contacted us. Yesterday, with the help of Rachel G. and our friends at The Kitty Clinic, Clinton Twp., MI we were able to get Tanner in to see a doctor. Not surprisingly, it was bad news. Tanner’s leg was broken above the knee, his tail was also broken. And, although that could have been addressed, x-rays also showed Tanner to have an enlarged, full bladder which couldn’t expel urine. He also had liver disease which may have begun at birth (he was estimated to be 6 months old) The doctor found that his medical issues were just too severe and recommended Tanner be put out of his pain and allowed to cross the Rainbow Bridge. We don’t know what happened to poor Tanner but we are thankful that he did know love in his final days. He is now running free, playing with catnip mouses and chasing taser lights. ~ diana