4/1/18 – A Happy and Blessed Easter to all of our supporters. On this day of the Resurrection, I am thankful for all of the caring people who have made it possible for over 4,500 animals to be given a second chance at life. At the same time, all of these animals will never reproduce again. To date, we have paid over $615, 000 in medical bills; but, unfortunately, the need never seems to stop. Every day this past week there was a new animal in need — from heart worm to paralysis to amputations.
Your donations make it possible. If you would like to make a difference, you can make a donation through paypal by using the ‘donate’ link on the left side of this page or by mail at P.O. Box 84, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080.
It truly takes a village and these little babies are a perfect example. Their mom got scared and left them behind; they were only a couple of days old. One of our Board members brought the babies to Chance’s mom who has been syringe/bottle feeding them every two hours while we are still in search of the mom. Two of the babies are thriving but the other two are still fighting. Please say a little Easter prayer for all of the kittens and moms who will be needing us in the coming months. ~ diana
Monthly Archives: April 2018
Ginger – Rescued from the Streets
3/31/18 – Your donations not only save lives but they prevent unwanted lives from being born. Here is a very sweet boy who will not be responsible for any further babies:
Erica Diola: “Huge thank you to Diana Rascano with 4paws1heart for covering his vaccines & combo testing, you are a blessing to so many
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Macho – He Was Shot in the Leg and Required a Leg Amputation
3/30/18 – Macho was found wandering the streets, limping. He was taken to the clinic and x-rays showed bullet fragments that broke Macho’s elbow. The doctor advised that it is an old injury which had already begun healing wrong. The doctor advised that removing the bullet pieces and putting a plate at his elbow has a less than 40% chance of being successful. Consequently the doctor recommended that Macho have his right front leg amputated because the injury is probably causing tremendous pain and has been for quite some time. Macho is barely 2 years old and could have a long life ahead of him. We were told that that he is very sweet and deserving of a second life. 4 Paws 1 Heart was happy to help with Macho’s surgery which has been completed. Macho is doing well and will be looking for his forever home. Anyone interested in Macho should contact 313 k-9 and kitty rescue Detroit. ~ diana
Jack Frost (aka Blizzard) – Found Nearly Frozen to Death, Locked in a Garage
3/29/18 – Jack Frost (aka Blizzard) is looking for his forever home. He was found 3 days before Christmas, starving to death in a garage, unable to access food or water. Gina has been fostering and socializing him since.
Jack would do best in a home with one or two adults who have had cats in the past and at least one other cat whom he could play with. He loves to interact with Gina’s 16 year old cat but she only tolerates him; she doesn’t want to romp around like he does. Jack is still shy when it comes to being picked up but once he’s in your arms he loves attention. He drools, purrs, and hugs you. He so happy. He is approximately 8 months old. He is up-to-date on vaccines and has tested negative for feline leukemia and FIV. He does not seem affected by Gina’s dog, however, her dog is cat friendly. If there is another dog in the home, it would be fine as long as the dog is 100% safe around cats. Jack is neutered and ready for his new home! He also loves to play with the feather toy. Please share! ~ diana
Snicker (II) – RIP Sweet Girl
3/28/18- RIP Sweet Snickers. She was found in the grass in a person’s yard. She was bleeding from her vagina and she couldn’t use her back legs. We authorized Snickers to be seen by two vets because the second vet had ultra sound and digital x-rays. Both vets recommended humane euthanasia. Her pelvis was broken in such a way that successful surgery was doubtful; she also had internal injuries. It’s possible that Snickers had been hit by a car. With agreement by the rescuer, Snickers was allowed to cross the Rainbow Bridge where she would no longer be in pain. ~ diana
Jack – He Saw an Opening and He Jumped In
3/28/18 – A friend of 4 Paws 1 Heart was doing outreach in a pretty tough area in a nearby city and while she was delivering food, this super sweet boy jumped into her car and didn’t want to leave. So, as any big hearted person would do, she contacted another rescue friend and brought Jack to her house. Jack was neutered, vaccinated and tested with the help of 4 Paws 1 Heart. Anyone interested in adopting this sweetheart should contact: Jo Sweeney Addington, [email protected] – Diana
Mattie and Owen – Beaten Up and Used for Breeding
3/27/18 – Those who dedicate their lives to rescue and veterinary care are heroes in my world. On March 15 I was contacted by an independent rescuer who was able to get animal control to pick up two animals who had been hanging around a discarded mattress on a city street. Mattie and Owen appeared to be ‘boyfriend and girlfriend’ because they wouldn’t leave each others’ side; both dogs were pretty beaten up. Mattie appeared to have recently given birth to puppies but they could not be found and Owen had cropped ears. It is suspected that both dogs were dumped after they had been used and abused. Unfortunately, once examined both dogs tested positive for heart worm and we were contacted to see if we could help. We agreed and arrangements were made to have them see a vet once the stray hold was complete. That day came but when Mattie was temperament tested, it was sadly determined that she could not go to a rescue because she could be a danger in her current state. The positive news though was that Owen was good to go. Owen was taken to one of our partner vets and on Saturday, March 30, Owen will start his heart worm treatment. Prayers for Mattie that she will no longer suffer and many prayers for Owen that he gets through his heart worm treatment with flying colors and finds a forever home where he will be forever loved. Anyone interested in Owen, should contact 313 K9 & Kitty Rescue Detroit.
We could not do this without your help. Donations can be made by using the link on this page or by sending a check to 4 Paws 1 Heart, P.O. Box 84, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080
Ellie – Still Looking for a Rescue or a Forever Home
Ellie is in a foster home but she is in need of an approved rescue organization or a forever home. Please say a prayer and send positive energy as this sweetheart starts her medical journey. ~ diana
“On our way to Patterson Vet for a pre-surgery exam..
Ellie is having her right rear leg amputated on April 2nd. She has multiple fractures in her leg, and 4 paws 1 heart is paying for all of her medical. She will also need to be fixed, vaccinated, and started on heartworm and flea prevention.
All of which adds up quickly for our nonprofit. So, please consider making a donation towards Ellie. Our PayPal is on our website, www.4paws1heart.org
Ellie is also I need of a good home. She is about 7 months old and super smart and lovable. ~ gina”
Soots – Rescued with a Severe Upper Respiratory Infection
3/26/18 – We were contacted in mid-February about an “amazingly friendly” feral who had been showing up to be fed over the past six months. The kitty, Soots, appeared to have a serious upper respiratory infection (URI). The kind caregiver wanted to give Soots a forever home but needed help with the vet visit. She was understandably concerned about bringing an outdoor stray into her home with her current cat. Soots was treated twice for his URI and tested positive for FIV. During one of his visits to the veterinary hospital he bit a vet tech and had to be quarantined. The caregiver was shocked in that Soots had never shown any signs of aggression in the many months she had been feeding him. After two days in quarantine at the hospital, I was able to convince the rescuer to quarantine Soots in a separate room within her home. I also suggested he be retested when the infection was totally gone. Soots is scheduled next week to be neutered, vaccinated and retested. Please say a little prayer for Soots that his first test proved to be a false positive. We have had cases in the past where once an infection cleared, the cat no longer tested positive. ~ diana
Bunny – She Was Pulled from a Shelter Before Being Euthanized
3/25/18 -This is Bunny.
4 paws 1 heart took this girl from a shelter so she could have a chance. She is very sweet, about 1 to 2 yr old, 60 pounds, fixed, and current on vaccines. She needs a foster or a rescue group to help us out! Please contact me at: [email protected] if you can help.
