12/22/23 – (See 12/21/23 posting). Journey is doing good after her entropion surgery. She allows her humans to put drops in her eye without a fuss and is starting to open her eye more. She will have a follow up appointment next Tuesday. Jezebel was spayed and is in good health. the organization, WAG, took in Jezebel where she was adopted. – diana

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12/22/23 – With all of the Christmas Miracles we see, far too often we are faced with losing those we love during this time of the year. Sweet Momma Nose is one who crossed the Rainbow Bridge yesterday with the love of her caretakers for the past 18 years nearby. Momma Nose was known as the ‘Queen’ of the colony. Her caretakers took TNR classes many years ago and cared for a colony which finally no longer produced babies because of their hard work. They also helped other caretakers including one time when they had to ask for our help several years ago. This time it was Momma Nose.

She hurt her front left leg a few weeks ago, and limped for a few days and then got better. Then last week they noticed her limping with her back legs. 3 days ago, she stopped coming to eat, and just laid in one of the shelters. She got into the heated house in the garage, and was dragging a back leg. It was possible she had been hit by a car, or had injured herself jumping a fence. They closed off the exit and put in food, water, and a litter box. She started eating and drinking just a little but had problems with the litter box. Her loving caretakers knew Mama Nose needed help but being retired at a time when cost for medical services and everything else was so inflated, they couldn’t afford it. We were contacted.

We advised, Charlotte, Momma’s caretaker, that although we could not commit to covering surgery if needed, we could pay for an exam and x-rays at Orion Animal Hospital. The following day, December 21, Mama Nose was seen and x rays showed that her spine was fractured. At that time, it was decided to allow Momma Nose to cross. The following was sent to us by Charlotte:

“Dear Diana, I am sure that you are overwhelmed with people needing help with their ferals, and strays, and abandoned and abused animals. But thank you so much for helping us out with Momma Nose. Our finances are of course spread far too thin, and we were so upset with her suffering and straining to walk. Orion Animal Hospital, especially Courtney and Dr. Blasses could not have been more friendly, helpful, and understanding of our fears and sorrow. They were a blessing to us. Diana, you are truly an Angel in human form. Thank you again. 4Paws1Heart has helped us when we needed it most. We plan to bury her tomorrow next to her mother and our other ferals. We have a circular flower garden that has become a cat memorial garden. Thank you again,Charlotte”

The photo is when Momma Nose was under anesthesia so x rays could be taken. We can’t save them all but we can be there to end their pain. – diana

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12/21/23 – This is TomTom and pretty girl. They were hanging out at an abandoned house; no one knows if they were left behind or just found an abandoned home. A kind gentleman, David, started feeding and reached out to our friend, Jo, who makes amazing cat shelters — he was using a cardboard box with straw. Jo built him two shelters and helped him get them set up. He doesn’t drive so she’s been doing what she could to help with food and shelter. Jo then found out that both cats appeared to have upper respiratory infections. Our other friend, Debra B., will take both cats for their first vet visit on January 3, 2024. In the mean time, they are now being treated for the infections and staying in Jo’s home while they recover. Afterward, Tom Tom will have his horrible matted fur shaved and both will be vaccinated and spayed. If the cats are adoptable, we will provide courtesy posts on Petfinder and our Friends of 4 Paws 1 Heart facebook page. – diana

It truly takes a Village!!

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12/21/23 – On October 9 and 12, 2023 we posted the stories of Journey, Jezebel, Brownie, and Eddie, Eddie had a severe upper respiratory infection; Brownie, also appeared to have a severe upper respiratory infection but was found to have been shot in the head with a pellet gun which affected his eyes. Journey also appeared to have a severe upper respiratory infection which continued to be treated over the past couple of months. And, Jezebel was vomiting thick mucus.

Brownie recovered and was adopted into a wonderful home. Eddie is still struggling with his upper respiratory infection but the rescuers continue to be on top of it. Jezebel is doing much better and was tested, spayed, and vaccinated. And, finally, Journey, who had a few follow-up exams and treatment for her eye, ended up having entropion surgery on December 19 and I’ve asked his rescuer for an update when possible. I’ll keep everyone informed.

Again, this is how our supporters’ dollars are spent. Saving the lives of the many stray animals on our streets and helping those caring individuals and rescues who don’t turn their backs when an animal is in need. To merely say “Thank YOU” is never enough. – diana

$2500 Christmas Match continues.

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Brownie, now Tonks, living her best life! – Gavin