Monthly Archives: October 2020

Tigress – Missing Fur, Most of Her Teeth Gone, and Infections in her Eyes and Ears

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9/18/20 – After helping a senior cat named Tigress, our friend and rescuer, Jeffrey Moore, wrote these two beautiful stories about the experience. – diana
I wrote this one from Saturday when I picked her up at her finder’s house.
“The Final Goodbye”
I watched from the street as the man in the front window lifted what would become my precious cargo off of the cat tree and into his arms. I had brought a pet carrier with me for this exact purpose but he opened the front door of his house and carried the cat out to my car in his arms, like a baby.
Tigress was worse off than the photos online let on. Missing fur and most, maybe all, of her teeth, her eyes and nose watered, obvious signs of an infection. She sneezed and discharge shot from her ears.
“She has been coming around for two years,” the man said, still holding the cat in his arms. He did not want to let her go but he knew he had to. This could be her only chance at a healthy, stable life and waiting any longer might end up costing her that life.
She did not want to go with me, this unfamiliar, bearded stranger, either.
As the man placed her into the crate in the backseat of my car, she tried to get away but the man quickly closed the door of the crate, sealing her fate. She cried out, the only sound she would make on the three-hour journey to her new, temporary home.
It was a heartbreaking scene, on a quiet, residential street in the middle of a small, rural Michigan town, a few miles from the Indiana state line.
The man extended his hand. “Thank you,” he said.Tigress 9:15:20 tigress 2--9:2:20 tigress---9:2:20 tigress w:jeffrey moore. 9:2:20jpg

Diva – Update

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9/17/20 – Diva update! I’m ecstatic to report that Diva is turning the corner! Several doctors have helped along the way with ideas and suggestions. Cynthia has helped with Reiki and handmade special healing blankets. My co worker Julie took her for a few days and 4 p 1 h supporters have pitched in… Dee and Rick have worked so hard to keep meds, daily baths, and hourly supportive care going day and night.. She was literally so fragile!! We recently started the pred, vit b 12, the clavamox and a new probiotic. She has finally begun to thrive! Foster mommy Dee has sent me more poop pics than I’ve ever received on my cell, and the most recent ones really made me happy! I might have cried a little. Thank u everyone involved in the journey for this girl and let’s pray she continues to hold her own after the meds are finished. Ginadiva 9:17:20-- Diva 9:17:20--- diva----9:17:20

Tater Tot – Living Under a Laser Cutting Machine

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9/17/20 – Meet Tater Tot. He was living under a laser cutting machine and the boss wanted “him gone”. An employee was concerned that someone in the shop would try to harm him and five minutes before leaving for the day, he was able to trap Tater Tot. He then called his wife (who we’ve assisted before) and, of course, she said there was no choice other than to bring him home. Tater Tot was given a large crate to decompress in and the daughters in the family worked to build his trust. He seemed to enjoy being petted and purred each time. Tater Tot was so filthy from living in an industrial shop that the girls had to wash their hands after each petting session. Finally, the family was able to bathe him an dawn soap and, as you can see, he’s loving life in his cozy hammock. Tater Tot will be getting ‘the works’ next week and the family will make sure that Tater Tot lives a safe and wonderful life from here on out. – diana

Charlize – Update – Hanging Out in Her New Cozy Homemade Bed

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9/14/20 – Remember Charlize? Someone was going to throw her out of a car window but instead was handed over to a kind person who contacted the police. Her body had been burned with chemicals and we were contacted by the Eastpointe Chief Animal Control Officer. Charlize was taken to our partner emergency hospital and later went to a wonderful foster home. Last week I received a message from a kind woman who has a friend who makes a sells these beautifully hand-crafted beds. She had seen Charlize’s photos and thought that her burned little body would feel so good in this very soft and plush bed. The kind woman, Nancy, dropped of the bed on Sunday, my husband brought the bed to Charlize yesterday. And, here she is already attached and laying claim to her beautiful bed. There are so many wonderful people in this world; it’s unfortunate that too often, we only hear of the worse. – diana

Journey – Found on a Porch with a Severe Eye Infection

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9/15/20 -Journey was around 2 months old and weighed about 2 pounds when he was rescued. He was one of many cats and kittens being fed on someone’s porch in Detroit. A neighbor noticed he needed medical attention and grabbed him off the porch, even though she knew she couldn’t care for him. With the help of another party, Journey was taken to a vet because of an eye issue and was given medication for his eye. He was tested and found negative for FIV/FeLIV.
However, nothing more was done. He had not been given any vaccines and when our friend, Patricia, took him in, he had a huge belly which indicated worms, and was also infested with fleas and ear mites. It also appeared that Journey had an upper respiratory infection. He also had abrasions on his nose.
Patricia contacted us and we made sure Journey’s medical issues were all addressed. Unfortunately, it was later determined that Journey would have to have his eye removed. This was done last week and now Journey is doing great and will go back to the vet next week to have his stitches removed and to be neutered and vaccinated. Journey is one of many kittens who Patricia now has and who we have committed to covering their medical needs. Anyone interested should contact Patricia at: [email protected] – diana

Charlize – Update — Purposely Burned With Chemicals

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9/11/20 – An update from Chief Pylar of Eastpointe:
“Charlize, the kitten that was found nearly 2 weeks ago suffering from severe burns is doing great in her foster home ! After all she has been through, the thing she craves most is human attention and affection ! Although shes making progress and continuing to heal, due to the severity of her injuries, the affected areas will become worse before they get better. Her ears appear to have been affected most severely, and will continue to require medical attention. Thanks to our amazing friends at

4 Paws 1 Heart

, Charlize will continue to receive all of the medical care she needs ! We cannot thank them enough and her amazing foster, for all they have done and continue to do for little Charlize ! If anyone would like to donate to Charlize’s care, please donate to 4 Paws 1 Heart at the link below. Thank you all so much ! 💙🐾“

Mama, Abigail, Junior, Beans, Sasha, and Mia Bella – All Rescued From the Mean Streets

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9/11/20 – Our many rescue friends have been overwhelmed by the number of cats/kittens roaming the streets needing medical attention and shelter. Our dear friend, Jo, an independent rescuer, has had her fair share of saves this year. We were thankful to have the funds to pay for all of their medical needs and beyond thankful to know they are all safe and, in some cases, in their furever homes. Here is Abigail, Junior, Sasha, Mia Bella and Mama. Anyone interested in adopting should contact Jo at: [email protected] – diana

Natalie – Rescued from the Streets

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9/11/20 – Natalie is one of many kittens recently rescued from the streets of Flint, MI. We received a request for help from our friend, Heather, who has saved many cats/kittens in the years we have worked together. Natalie was spayed, tested, and vaccinated complements of 4 Paws 1 Heart and we hear she is doing great. Anyone interested should contact Heather at: [email protected] – diana

V – RIP – Found Under a Camper But It Was Just Too Late

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9/10/20 – RIP Sweet V. Late last night I received a call about a kitten found under a camper. The kitten was very lethargic, emaciated, and couldn’t lift her head. I authorized for her to be seen at Advanced Animal Emergency where she was immediately taken in and attempts were made to do blood work and to stabilize her. Unfortunately, the baby was so emaciated and her body temperature was so low, it took awhile before enough blood could be drawn. After further examination and analysis of the blood work, the doctor called me, as well as her rescuer, and advised us that V’s kidney levels were “off the chart” and that she believed that any further effort would just prolong the inevitable and put V in more distress. The doctor believed that V may have ingested poison like antifreeze or may have been born with a kidney issue. With the doctor’s recommendation, it was decided that V be allowed to cross the Rainbow Bridge. Every life is precious to all of us and each time we have to make a decision like this, it keeps us all up at night. – diana