5/6/22 – Trooper was rescued in February by a very caring family who had been seeing him in the neighborhood and feeding him. It turned out he was blind from glaucoma and today we authorized his pre-surgery blood work and his eye removal surgery. He has become a loving inside pet who was never truly feral. Prayers for this beautiful baby. – diana.
5/5/22 – Meet Oliver. Rescued after a great deal of work–no names. He appeared to have a weakness in his back legs. He had a rubber band imbedded around his testicles in an attempt to neuter him. Thankfully, we were contacted and one of our faves, Dr. Z, saw him and actually reported back to me that not only was this poor boy inhumanely suffering because of the ‘backyard’ (my term) attempt to neuter him but he had also been shot. X-Rays showed shell fragments in his front shoulders but fortunately the bullets had missed his spine. Dr. Z said “he is going to make a lovely house cat as he purred and was social for everything”. If anyone is interested in this baby, please look up Kittens in the Mittens who have taken him under their rescue. – diana.
5/4/22 – For anyone who believes that cats can and should live “in the wild” or be “inside/outside” cats — please read our recent posts. Again, another RIP. Herman was another beautiful boy, very feral, rescued when he showed up in a cat community. Part of his nose was missing from what appeared to be an infection. He was brought to a veterinary hospital with our approval and it was found that he was missing bone and a tooth was protruding through the hole that was his nose. The doctor thought the cause might have been a spider bite. He was allowed to cross the Rainbow Bridge where he would not longer be in pain. Thank you to our 4p1h friend, Melissa P., for rescuing him and saving him from days of horrific pain on the streets. – Diana
5/2/22 – Stan showed up in a colony cared for by a friend of 4p1h. He appeared to be blind in one eye and had several bite wounds on his body. He also appeared to have an upper respiratory infection. He had not been seen before and the rescuer believes he was ‘dumped’ into the colony. Stan was seen at one of our favorite veterinary hospitals. He is estimated to be about 8 years old and also had several dental issues. Stan was treated for his wounds and infection and will be scheduled for the dental work. Although Stan is a little fearful, he does enjoy being petted. He will be looking for a furever, loving home. If you are interested, DIANA
5/2/22 – Another orphan crossed the Rainbow Bridge this weekend. Felix showed up in a yard and appeared to have been hit by a car. Unfortunately, It was decided by all to let Felix peacefully pass on. This is such a difficult time for our abandoned and often unwanted fur babies. – diana.
5/1/22 – RIP Sweet Thunder. Last week a friend of 4p1h, Tina, contacted us about this very sweet, very sick cat who was on the streets needing help. Tina thought Thunder was partially blind, with a severe respiratory infection. He was also very emaciated. I authorized Thunder to be taken to Veterinary Medical Hospital and after he was examined I spoke with the doctor. Thunder was in very bad shape and required fluids and injections for a severe infection, his condition was also very much compromised because of FIV. The doctor couldn’t promise anything but we agreed to give Thunder a chance. Tina visited Thunder in the hospital and after a few days it was decided that this very sweet boy should be allowed to cross the Rainbow Bridge. Although, I rarely meet the animals we help, my heart breaks with the rescuer who tries so very hard to give these orphans a fighting chance. The second photo is of Thunder while he was in the hospital being petted and loved by Tina. Much love and thanks go to every person who do so very much for those who have no one. – diana.
4/28/22 – Hazelnut showed up on the rescuer’s porch. She has obvious skin issues and an infection and in need of spay and vaccines as well of a heart worm test. She is scheduled for the vet and we will report on her health when we get it. She will be looking for her furever family once she is healthy and has been able to decompress. – diana.
4/27/22 – Morning Star was found as a new arrival in a cat community cared for by a friend of 4p1h. He came to breakfast looking all beat up. He needed his wounds cleaned and antibiotics. He also needed to be neutered and vaccinated for rabies. The hope for feral cats is that by spaying/neutering not only can we stop the overpopulation of unwanted kittens, but also cut down on the fighting that occurs among males. It’s not easy on the streets of the cat world. – diana
This is Milo. He was found as a stray about 3 weeks ago. The rescuer, Laura, said he was skin and bones. She was kind enough to bring him in and give him shelter. Meanwhile, she posted him on social media, lost and found pages, and she contacted rescue groups. When she contacted 4 paws 1 heart we immediately offered to have him checked out by a veterinarian.
Today, we sent out some bloodwork, started his vaccines, trimmed his nails, and had him examined. He is an adult neutered male and extremely sweet. He will be in need of a forever home. ♡
4/25/22 – Janet was found on the streets of Detroit suffering with a sever upper respiratory infection as well as being very emaciated. She was taken to a 24-hour hospital by her rescuer and after considerable cost was released. Before we could help with this bill, the finder was able to get donations and covered the remaining amount. Two weeks later, Jennifer (Janet’s rescuer) took Janet for a follow up visit and Janet was found to have pyometra, a bacterial infection that occurs in the uterus of a cat. Infections occur in sexually intact female cats after they have been in heat. Jennifer said symptoms came quite fast and Janet was immediately taken in for emergency surgery. The surgery entails removal of both the ovaries and uterus. I touched base with Jennifer the other day and Janet is doing great. We were happy to be able to help with the surgery and are also thankful for all of the kind people who also donated to both hospital visits. – diana.
