12/13/19 – RIP Sweet Newman. A long-time friend of 4 Paws 1 Heart and a lover of any animal, contacted me about a month ago asking if we could pay for a stray cat to be neutered. Unfortunately, this feral guy was elusive and then he stopped coming around for about two weeks. Yesterday he showed up in her mud room and after feeding him, she was able to trap him. Sadly, in that month he got very beaten up. His eyes were almost closed shut from an obvious upper respiratory infection and he appeared to be deaf. It was determined that even if the infection could be cleared, he could not live outside in his condition and could not be socialized. He went to the vet this morning and was humanely euthanized. He is in a better place where he will not be prey for other animals and humans. ~ diana
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12/11/19 – Thank you to the many supporters who helped us meet the goal during our $2,500 Match campaignI. And a huge thank you to our very generous, long-time supporter who hosted the Match. Once again, our Village has given many animals a second chance at life. Meme is one of those.
I was contacted about a sick feral kitten who the rescuer said had a horrible odor, pale gums, was dehydrated, had a bloated belly, and was slightly jaundiced. The rescuer thought the cat, Meme, might have to be euthanized. Fortunately, we were able to get Meme into a vet where she was examined and treated for parasites. She eventually recovered and was spayed and vaccinated and returned to the barn community from which she was found. She is doing very well with her barn buddies. ~ diana
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12/10/19 – I want to share the story of Nam Nam. A person who we’ve helped in the past contacted us about this horrific situation he came upon. A mama cat was trying to save her babies from two wild dogs. The rescuer said “I have never witnessed carnage like that.” None of the babies survived and mama was traumatized. He brought her home and asked us for help. The rescuer is concerned that Nam Nam may have suffered some injuries while trying to save her babies; he started seeing blood in her feces and she was acting lethargic. Of course we agreed to help.
I just can’t say enough about the amazing men and women who never turn their back on an animal in need. And, with your help, we can help them give these animals a second chance. Please consider donating as we face the severe winter weather and the continued need of those who have no one but us. – Thank You, Diana
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12/8/19 – Without our supporters and rescuers, many animals would have died on the cold streets or been born on the streets to fend for themselves — only to be hit by cars, freeze in the severe winter weather, or to be tortured by cruel humans.

Mister is an older boy who was being cared for in a cat community. His caretaker has tnr’d some 79 cats and either found them homes or cared for them in the community. When Mister was first tnr’d (trapped, neutered, released), the rescuer was told he had no teeth so she made sure that he always had we food to eat. Last month he showed up and appeared to be in pain. the rescuer thought that he might have a blocked anal gland. She called on us for help.

12/7/19 –  Make a difference in the life of an animal. Jack is one of those. He was a friendly stray who was ‘tnr’d’ (trapped, neutered, released) at one time. He showed up at the home of a person who was familiar with rescue. He had a wound on his neck and was very lethargic. We were contacted for help. Jack was seen by a doctor and two, infected bite wounds were found on his neck (see photo #2). The doctor drained the wounds and provided medication. Jack also was infested with ear mites, fleas, and worms. A once feral cat in a cat community became very domesticated over the course of his recovery. His rescuer is trying to find him a forever home. Without you, abandoned/stray animals like Jack would not have a chance. Without the rescuer and our medical help, Jack would have died from the infection. Thank YOU for making a difference. ~ diana
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12/8/19 UPDATE: Both kitties saw a doctor yesterday; both weigh only ounces. They were given medication for the infection but Hope will need her eye removed. Please help us raise money to make this happen. She will need to gain weight before surgery can be done.

12/6/19 – Would you please say a little prayer or send some pawsitive energy for these two babies, Hope and Faith. They were found under a porch during some very cold temperatures. They are about 3-4 weeks old. One has a severe eye infection with his eye appearing to protrude; the other’s third eyelid is exposed. We are hoping to get them in to one of our great vets today or tomorrow. They will both need forever homes but for now they are safe and warm with their rescuer. We will keep you updated. – diana
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