9/29/21 – Meet Gus Gus – We were contacted in late August by the Cat Ambassador Rescue requesting assistance to pay for entropion surgery for a very sweet, special needs, 8-month old kitty. He was originally rescued in February, 2021 (along with three siblings and his mother who had already had 10 or 11 litters) from a “filthy” house full of human and animal feces. Gus Gus had horrible eye infections and was on several courses of oral and topical antibiotics but he continued to squint, keeping his eyes totally closed most of the time. The rescue’s vet advised that Gus Gus see a specialist, in that he had a heart murmur, to determine what might be wrong with his eyes. It was there that Gus Gus was diagnosed with entropion of both eyes. I’ve written about this condition several times for both dogs and cats. It is a very painful condition where the eyelashes are growing inward and touching the eye. The surgery was very expensive because Gus Gus was considered a high-risk patient. He was diagnosed with hydrocephalus (water on the brain) and is on several meds to control his seizures. Because of his heart murmur, only specific anesthesia was safe for the vets to use. And, his blood work revealed an extremely high platelet count.Well, the good news is that Gus Gus had his surgery, he’s been without a seizure for five months and is in his furever home with one of his siblings. His eyes are doing great and although some might say that this little guy was ‘a mess’, he was a very sweet ‘mess’ worth saving and deserving of a second chance at life. – diana4paws1heart.org/donations/
9/28/21 – Maximus was found covered in blood. From the bite marks on his face, it was believed that he was being taught to fight. Part of he ear had been cut off, his tongue was cut and he showed signs of being electrocuted. He also had a hole in the bottom of his jaw. He continues to have seizures from the electrocution and has emotional issues from being tortured. When he was rescued he was very weak, malnourished, and dehydrated. His physical health has been addressed but he suffers from the torture and is definitely fearful of most humans, especially men. And throughout all of this, he, for whatever reason, loves cats. His rescuer has been working with him and will do what is necessary to give him a better quality of life. He will remain with the rescuer and we have committed to taking care of his medical needs. Unfortunately, this is the life of far too many animals used for the sick pleasure and greed of humans. Without your donations, we could not be there for the most vulnerable. Thank You for your continued support. – diana.4paws1heart.org/donations/
9/25/21 – Even though our major fundraiser since 2019 was cancelled due to the rains of this past week, the medical needs for stray and abandoned animals never seem to wane. Meet Stormy. He was born to a feral mom who had been cared for over a two year period by a very kind couple. Like so many people (my husband and I included), the couple was not familiar with the idea of TNR and just kept rescuing the kittens the female would have and then find them homes. About a week ago they found that the mom had another litter of 4 kittens. The couple found a rescue to take 3 of the kittens but one of the kittens, Stormy, was found to have a prolapsed rectum and the rescue could not afford to take him. The couple tried every veterinary hospital whom we work with along with some of their own and finally they were able to get into a veterinary hospital where a friend is employed. Stormy was able to have surgery and he is doing well. We were happy to help with Stormy’s surgery and the couple may be keeping him. If not, they will find him a furever, loving home. Also, the feral mom is now scheduled to be spayed. – diana4paws1heart.org/donations/P.S. I normally don’t show graphic photos but thought this was a clear photo that showed what a prolapsed rectum looks like.
9/22/21 – On July 28, 2021, I posted about Tinkerbell. She had been adopted out to what was thought a good family but was later found to have been kept on a chain 24/7 and possibly pregnant. She had a severe yeast, skin, and ear infection and had blood in her urine. I realize that most rescues will make sure their rescues are spayed/neutered before adopting out but there are a few, if they feel the adopter is trustworthy, will make other arrangements if the female had not had her first heat. We approved Tinkerbell to be treated for her infections and to get an ultra sound to determine the stage of her pregnancy. Well, now I’d like to report that Tinkerbell had 9 babies on September 14. One puppy was still born and another puppy had severe jaundice and died two days later. There are now 7 puppies who are doing well who will eventually be looking for their furever homes. – diana4paws1heart.org/donations/
9/21/21 – Meet Maggie, Stella, Henri, and Harri (all females) who will be getting their complete makeovers very soon and then be ready for their furever homes. Can your loving home be one of them? They were all rescued at 1 week old by the caretakers of a cat community. They have been thriving under the care of our Board member, foster mom to her TNR colonies, and amazing animal advocate, Dee and her husband Rick. If you are interested in these cuties, make sure you contact Dee at: [email protected]Diana4paws1heart.org/donations/
9/18/21 – Porter lived in a cat community and nearly died after having had two pregnancies. On her third pregnancy, the community caretaker contacted a seasoned rescuer, Christina, who we have helped with several cats. We were asked to cover an ultra sound and exam for Porter so Christina would know what to expect from this poor mom. Before that could be done, Porter had her babies — 8 of them. The seventh baby was born stillborn, but, unexpectedly another baby arrived after the stillborn. Porter has been a wonderful mom and we will be taking care of everyone’s medical needs and Christina will get everyone adopted. I introduce you to mom, Porter, and her babies, Freddy, Fannie, Maggie, Mikey, Mazie, Preston, and Delilah. 4paw1heart.org/donations/
Update: Sorry but i misunderstood the hospital’s message. Opie had surgery today and he weighed enough to be neutered and vaccinated. He is doing great and he is reported to be a little doll.9/17/21 – Prayers for little Opie.
He may be around 9 weeks old and was rescued from a “very bad situation”. There were approximately 11 kittens in the home which had trash, feces, etc. all over the home. Two kittens were rescued, Opie was one of them because he appeared to have a degloved lip. Thankfully, our good friends at Comforts Place was able to get Opie in almost immediately and he is scheduled for surgery tomorrow. Also, the doctor found that the poor kitten actually has more than a degloved lip, he has a degloved chin. According to Healthline.com “degloving, also called avulsion, is a type of severe injury that happens when the top layers of the skin and tissue are ripped from the underlying muscle, connective tissue or bone.”. Please remember this very sweet, little guy in your prayers. 4 Paws 1 Heart will make sure his medical needs are met and will help with any of his housemates who are rescued. – diana.
9/16/21 – Belia has been kept on a chain for what may be most of her life. Her owner was shot and killed and the family did not want her. She is 11 years old, malnourished, and was allegedly used for breeding. The rescuer was also told that she tested positive for heart worm but if she was, we are not sure if she was ever treated. Belia will be seeing one of our partner vets to confirm the heart worm diagnosis and if she is positive, we will be covering her treatment. We will also be following the doctor’s recommendations as to whether she needs to be spayed, vaccinated, etc. The abuse of dogs and cats in so many rough neighborhoods is heartbreaking. The situations are overwhelming for rescues and shelters. Belia will get love, care, and time to decompress from what appears to have been a horrible life. – diana.
Prayers for Bella. Here is an update from her foster mom:
“(I posted this on Cats With Paralysis and Mobility Challenges ) Hi everyone ! I just wanted to get on here and give everyone a big update on Bella sense I have not posted about her on this page sense her introduction. This is Bella Beans, she is now a little over 16 weeks. A woman surrendered her to me after she had accidentally slammed her in a door which then caused her to be paralyzed. Well at the time she was only 6oz !! Yeah crazy! She is now 3 pounds ! Her personality has bloomed and shes so sweet yet the most sassy little lady ever ! As of currently she still cannot walk nor can she use her bladder or bowels on her own. But thats okay cause mom helps with all of that! She is currently doing rehab at Pawsitive Steps Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine and we are working alongside with 4 Paws 1 Heart to help with medical. Without them this would not be possible !! We are so deeply grateful for them and everyone who has been by our side. But Bella has such a long road ahead of her. She will be seeing another Dr. tomorrow for another consultation to see what they may suggest. This little girl definitely travels. Our problem as of right now is that she is so stiff and her muscles are refusing to soften with every stretch and exercise we do. So we will be starting ultrasound to help warm those little suckers up! If you would like to help Bella you can donate through: https://4paws1heart.org/donations Always appreciated never expected. Thank you! Ill definitely try to keep everyone updated on her because she’s so strong, she’s so smart and beautiful and has such a will to live a full happy healthy life and we are working so hard at getting her there. Even if she doesn’t walk one day or uses the potty on her own….our biggest goal is that she never becomes in pain or uncomfortable. As of right now she is your typical happy, crazy little kitten. – Rebecca”
9/14/21 – Ginger roamed the neighborhood and was being fed by a very kind couple for two years. One day he didn’t show up as usual and he remained missing for about 3 weeks. When he did finally return, he appeared to have been hurt/hit by a car. Over the period of a few weeks, Ginger was originally seen by the finder’s vet but nothing was actually done. We were then contacted and we authorized a visit to one of our partner vets. Ginger was examined and though nothing was found to be broken, the doctor believed that Ginger had no feeling in her hind area. The doctor believed that Ginger might have suffered a trauma to the head. Ginger was given steroids and antibiotics and seen a couple of times. We then took care of any medical requirements needed in hopes she would be accepted into a sanctuary. Although she was friendly with the couple who fed her, they were convinced that she would not do well as a home-bound cat. Thankfully, Toby’s Place was finally able to take in Ginger and with many tears, the couple said their goodbyes and we wish Ginger a safe and comfortable life. – diana 4paws1heart.org/donations/
