Monthly Archives: April 2019

Rick – Update — Found His Forever Home – Praying This One Lasts

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4/17/19 – Great news for Rick.

“CHANCE: Well Team Chance, we promised you some good news about Rick!!! This is Rick in his foster home…but tonight Rick is now in his foster-to-adopt home!!! That’s right!!! He’s already doing well and we will post new pics and updates as he gets settled in. Thankyou 4 Paws 1 Heart for all of Rick’s medical including his upcoming dental. Thankyou Rachel Gerstner for all your help facilitating & transporting today! Thankyou to Ricks rescuer Mike Powers, you saved Ricks life. And thankyou to Cortney and Kelly & Doug for getting him this far, and huge thankyou to Ellen & Jacob for seeing Rick for the amazing boy he is, we pray this is his happily ever after at last 😍 Thankyou to every single person & organization who took the time to share Rick, we are sooo grateful.
And on that note Team we are off for treats, kisses & cuddles and it off to snuggle in for the night. Please keep our sweet girl Bridgette in your prayers tonight. Mom, Auntie Debra & Bridgette will be leaving early in the morning for Dr.Zs and Bridgettes procedure. Paws crossed when they come home Bridge will be breathing easy.
Sweet dreams & nightynites Team! Love, purrs & Woofs ❤
Chance & the Gang”rick 4:16:19

Sunny – Lived on the Streets For Years – Endured a Frostbitten Nose and a Puncture Wound

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sunny--4:17:19 sunny 4:17:194/17/19 – This is Sunny. After living on the streets for six to seven years, a very caring person took him in and contacted us for help. Sunny had endured so much during those years and lost part of his nose due to frostbite. We paid for Sunny to be seen by one of our veterinarians and it was found that Sunny had a puncture wound in his chest which was infected. He was treated for that, neutered, vaccinated and tested. Unfortunately, he did test positive for FIV but this is no longer considered a death knell for cats, especially when they are as sweet and gentle as Sunny. Fortunately, his rescuer chose to give him a forever home and he is doing great. ~ diana
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Oreo – Showed Up Limping and Was Found to Have Shrapnel in His Leg

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oreo 4:15:194/15/19 – Oreo is a fluffy, sweet tuxedo who showed up at a home limping. Beckie, his rescuer, didn’t know if he was feral or just very scared. She finally caught him and with our help brought him to one of our vets. The doctor found many scars on Oreo’s chest and shoulder. After watching a video of Oreo walking, the doctor took x rays and saw that Oreo’s leg had several pieces of metal in it. It is surmised that someone had been shooting at Oreo and fragments of the bullet entered his leg. The doctor felt any surgery would be dangerous at this time. Oreo was given antibiotics and will be checked further when he gets neutered. I can’t imagine what this little guy has been through. Anyone interested in Oreo should contact Beckie at: [email protected] ~ diana
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Rick – Found in an Auto Shop Once Again is Searching for His Forever Home

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4/13/19 – Rick is in desperate need for a home. He was rescued in an auto repair/paint shop — dirty and covered with motor oil. We took care of his medical needs and hoped he would be a foster failure, but that wasn’t the case. Rick is a senior; shy and we believe he is deaf. He would do well in a calm environment. Please share and if you know anyone who is looking for love, please tell them about Rick. Denise Najera‘s number is in her comments. ~ diana

“Once again due to no fault of his own Rick finds himself in need of a foster or adoptive family. Rick is a shy senior 10-12yrs old who we believe is also deaf. He needs time to come around at his own pace. We dont know if he was dumped, or got lost ect but we do believe he had a home at one time. Life has not been very kind to Rick and he deserves to live out his senior years feeling safe, secure and loved. If you have a non chaotic home, a huge heart with room in it for Rick, you may be his purrrfect human! Rick would do well with a calm laid back dog or a calm cat with proper introduction.
Hes fully vetted courtesy of 4 Paws 1 Heart. For more info please contact me here or at [email protected].
Please share!!! Thankyou ❤
Rick is currently located in Centerline.”rick 2:11:19

Kyla – Found Running the Streets, Emaciated and Heart Worm Positive

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4/11/19 – Prayers for Kiya who will start heart worm treatment as soon as the hospital receives our check (which was sent today). Here is Kyla’s story as told by the rescue, Streethearts Animal Rescue. If you are interested in adopting Kiya, please contact Streethearts. ~ diana
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“Kiya’s story: On 3/17/19, a member of an outreach team saw Kiya running in an area of abandoned houses in an extremely, blighted neighborhood & called Streethearts for help. She was very emaciated & needed help now. Our team went & got Kiya & immediately took her to the Vet to be assessed. She was found to be Heartworm positive & very malnourished & emaciated. She has since gained at least 10 lbs & is doing well in her foster home with hopes of starting her Heartworm treatment very soon.”kyla 4:11:19 kyla-4:11:19 kyla 4:11:19-- kyla---4:11:19

Kimberly – One of Two Kittens Who Survived a Litter of Six

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4/10/19 – Yesterday I received an emergency call from Tracy and Kimberly about 4, 2-week old kittens they were trying to get to a vet. There were 6 kittens originally and the mom could not be found. Two kittens died and Tracy was crying (understandably) between words. Fortunately, we were able to get them into a vet (Glasow Veterinary) who had never worked with us before but opened their doors to us and checked out these babies when they arrived. It appears they are all now with a lactating mom and we will say a prayer that they all survive and thrive. ~ diana
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Bella, Lola, Milo, Lily, Stella, and Tigger – Rescued with a Variety of Medical Issues

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4/10/19 – When called on, we were happy to help. Bella, Lola, Milo, Lily, Stella, and Tigger were all rescued by one kind woman and they all had various medical needs from spay/neuter, to vaccines, testing, deworming and ear mites. Each cat treated can cost up to $150 for the “basic works” so you can see how easily are funds can be exhausted without your help. It’s that time of the year for heart worm in dogs, upper respiratory infections in cats, and just overall danger on the streets for all. If you find yourself with a little extra money, please consider donating. Your support is a blessing. ~ diana
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P.O. Box 84, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080bella 4:10:19 lola 4:10:19 milo 4:10:19 lily 4:10:19 stella 4:10:19 tigger 4:10:19

Lucy – Once a Barn Cat, Now a Cat Who Brings Comfort and Love to the Elderly

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4/9/19 – We’ve had so many sad and serious cases lately. So, our good friend, Andra Shipley, who works very hard caring for cat communities and rescuing, sent us this message. These photos have to warm your heart. What a wonderful, caring son.~ diana

” Hi Diana. With the slew of sad stories today, I thought I would send you this tale of joy. Last year, 4Paws1Heart subsidized the sterilization of 28 cats and kittens from a neglectful barn owner in Armada. All of the cats were sick, covered in fleas, and several of the tiny kittens died from illness or anemia – including one of Lucy’s babies. Lucy was one of the cats that was removed from the barn and put into foster care at my home. It was quickly discovered that Lucy had a personality that was meant to be shared. My son Nathan needed to do a senior service project for school. He chose to become certified as a therapy pet handler, and Lucy is now a therapy cat that goes to hospitals, nursing homes, and libraries to show people just how sweet a rescue cat can be! So, thanks to you for helping us save Lucy, and letting her bring joy to others! I attached a picture of her when we first brought her home, and a few pictures of her doing therapy. It’s amazing how much she has transformed once she got the proper food and love! Thanks again!!Lucy 2:andra Lucy as a therapy cat 2019 Lucy w:andra 2019 Lucy therapy cat==