Monthly Archives: August 2020

Gus – His Owner Was Going to Take Him to a Shelter

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7/25/20 – Gus was going to be taken to the shelter because he defecates and urinates outside the litter box. An independent rescuer, with whom we we often assist, rescued the sweet little guy and contacted us. Gus was taken to one of our favorite vets who did blood work and checked him over to ensure there were no medical issues. Gus was neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV and FeLV and Andrea brought Gus to her home to work with him. During the course of 6 weeks, Gus went from urinating on a “pee” pad to urinating in the litter box and defecating outside the box to using a ‘pee’ pad. And then, miraculously, during the night, Gus defecated in the box. The lesson here is that we never know what rescue animals have gone through in their lives on the streets or in neglectful/abusive homes. But, with patience and love, miracles can happen. Anyone interested in this handsome boy should contact Andrea at: [email protected] – diana
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Vincent Van Gogh, Gamora, Boots – Found on the Harsh Winter Streets

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7/24/20 – More innocent cats rescued from the harsh winter streets that were saved because people care and because 4 Paws 1 Heart was there to pay for all of their medical which not only included spay/neuter/vaccines/testing but injuries resulting from living on the streets. Meet Vincent Van Gogh, Boots, and Gamora – diana
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Clyde – RIP – You Were Loved

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7/23/20 – RIP Sweet Clyde – Just one week ago I was contacted by a very kind man, Mike, who had been feeding a stray female who ended up having a litter of 3 kittens in the bow of his boat. One day, when checking on the family, he found Clyde lying almost lifeless struggling for breath. Within an hour we were able to get him into a veterinary hospital where he was treated for pneumonia. Antibiotics were also given for the rest of the family and everyone seemed to be doing great. Clyde was running and playing with his siblings. But, yesterday when Mike went to check on the family he found that Clyde had died. This was quite a shock in that he seemed to be doing so well. Very honestly, I’m running out of words to describe the sadness being felt by so many rescuers who are facing such serious illnesses and injuries at this time. – diana
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Tails From Beyond the Paw Print – Stories of Love, Lose, and Lessons Learned

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7/22/20 – I’ve been waiting for the right time to this book with all of our supporters. With so many animals in trouble these days and so many crossing the Rainbow Bridge, I realized that now might be the right time.

A few years ago I was asked to speak to a support group grieving from the loss of their pets. Dr. Mickey Golden Moore created the group and in May, 2020 she published her dream,
“Tails From Beyond the Paw Print”. The book has “22 stories of love, loss, and lessons learned from our adored animal companions”; one of which is my story about my beloved Knucklehead and Conner. Please check it out, I know you will find it inspiring, insightful, and, I hope, comforting. My story begins on Page 18. – diana

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Miko – RIP – Found in a Trash Bag

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7/22/20 – RIP Miko. He was found in a trash bag which had been placed next to the work place of a very kind man who was committed to keeping him. The cat had a gash on his body and seemed unable to walk — overall he appeared to be in “pretty bad shape”. We were able to get him into one of our favorite doctors, Dr. Zalac, and when Miko arrived, his temperature wasn’t even registering. Dr. Z performed some tests and immediately put him on fluids which eventually helped raise his temperature slightly. Miko was kept overnight but by morning his temperature was again no longer registering. I spoke with Dr. Z this morning and Miko’s prognosis was very poor. He continued to only lay on his side and the doctor suspected brain damage from possible trauma which also may have caused the gash in his body. Dr. Z believed that anything that could be done other than what had been done already, which included more testing, would be more heroic and Miko would have a very small chance of survival or a quality of life. After consulting with the rescuer, it was decided to follow the doctor’s recommendation and let Miko cross the Rainbow Bridge.
Let me just say again that this has been a horrendous Spring and Summer for the animals. We continue to thank all of those people who don’t turn their backs on an animal in need and without our supporters, we would not be able to respond to the calls for help. – diana
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Raven – Found Pregnant on the Streets; Raised Her Babies and Now Needs a Forever Home

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7/18/20 – Just look at this Raven beauty! The 3 boys, who she had and raised, have found their forever home – now it’s her time! Raven is 2 years old, and as you can see is gorgeous. She is fully vetted– including vaccines, spaying, and being tested (negative) for FIV & FeLV . All vetting was covered by 4 Paws 1 Heart. Raven.  She LOVES to be brushed and petted and she loves her treats!! She will come with a supply of her favorites! She would love to be a BFF with another cat or two. She hasn’t been around dogs but I think I calm dog would be fine. Older kids would be fine too. Please consider adopting this sweetheart….have being born and lived outside for 2 years- she deserves a loving fur-ever home! Please contact me through messenger or email at [email protected]

(BTW her mini-me behind her is NOT included)
Thank you 4 Paws 1 Heart for sponsoring their medical for Raven and her boys!

Located in St Clair Shores MI. Application can be filled out here…http://members.petfinder.com/~MI797/application.html – DeeRaven 5:22:20

Gloria – 3 Weeks Old, Found Lying Lifeless on a Pile of Trash

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7/17/20 – Gloria, at approximately 3 weeks old, was found lying lifeless on the trash put out on the curb — no mom could be found. She had a wound on her neck and she was covered in fleas and flies. She was taken into the first vet we could get her into and she was treated but unfortunately after a few days, the rescuer contacted me to advise that Gloria had not had a bowel movement. She was taken to another vet who treated her for severe constipation and also treated the wound which was actually a burn, possibly purposely done. She is doing good as of now and her rescuer was able to get her into a home where the caretaker is more expert in taking care of a bottle baby. – diana
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