4/12/22 – You may remember the story of Skatz, Midnight, and Magnus. It was February of 2018 when a person we’ve helped in the past with rescues contacted us for assistance. Her neighbor had just told her that her son was going to dump his cats in the woods because he and his ex-girlfriend no longer wanted them after their break-up. Our 4p1h friend, Marci, took the cats in and contacted us. At the time we covered their spay/neuter, vaccines, and testing and everyone went on to live happy lives as, once again, inside cats.

But, this past weekend I was again contacted because Midnight was not doing well and had been taken to the hospital. Midnight was diagnosed with a fever, urinary tract infection, and pancreatitis. And before further tests could be done, Midnight became jaundiced and the doctor suggested that Midnight was going through liver failure. It was decided to humanely euthanize Midnight. Here is a message I received from his rescuer and mom:

“Midnight was put to sleep. Her liver was failing. Thank you so much anyway for your offer of help. You always come through for me and it’s helped 5 beautiful, unique cats have happy lives they wouldn’t have had without you.

I’m gonna go do some crying now. “”

RIP Midnight – We at least know you had a wonderful life with a beautiful family for 4 years and now you are no longer in pain. – Diana.

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4/11/22 – Please remember Spero in your prayers. Last week I received two messages about a 5 month old who was being cared for in a cat community. The caretaker noticed that he started having seizures and contacted a rescuer we’ve helped in the past. She was then referred to us for help. His caretaker did get him to a vet who prescribed phenobarbital. And he was good for a few days but then the the cluster gran mal seizures continued. He is with a neurologist at this time receiving several critical tests that I authorized with the doctor. I will update when information is available. – diana.

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4/8/22 – Morgan Update –Morgan was released today to his rescuer who will be caring for him with the advice of many experienced rescuers who have dealt with pan leuk. He will be returned to the hospital on Monday if needed. All of us felt he would be more comfortable in a home environment vs a 24-hour hospital. Please continue to remember him in your prayers. – diana.

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4/8/22 – Morgan Update. I spoke with Dr. Blasses earlier today. She advised that Morgan tested positive for Pan Leuk. But, his blood work gave her hope that he might be able to recover. He will be spending at least tonight on fluids under doctor’s care and I authorized him to remain in the hospital over the weekend if needed. Please continue to keep Morgan in your prayers. Everyone is fighting for him. – diana.

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4/8/22 – Prayer Warriors Needed! Morgan is a 6-month old kitten who appears to have been abandoned on the streets. I received a desperate call for help yesterday because he hasn’t been able to eat. Discharge is coming out of his nose. Thankfully our great doctors at Orion Animal Hospital were able to see him right away yesterday and determined he had a severe infection. He was given antibiotics but this morning when he tried to eat, he vomited. We are obviously very concerned and the little guy is very sweet and is fighting to survive. He is on his way back to the vet at this time. Please say a little prayer for him. – diana.

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4/8/22 – Morgan Update. I spoke with Dr. Blasses earlier today. She advised that Morgan tested positive for Pan Leukemia. But, his blood work gave her hope that he might be able to recover. He will be spending at least tonight on fluids under doctor’s care and I authorized him to remain in the hospital over the weekend if needed. Please continue to keep Morgan in your prayers. Everyone is fighting for him. – diana.

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4/7/22 – Hanson was found running loose on the streets in an area known for abuse and dog fighting. He was obviously a tethered out dog, in a backyard, basement or garage. He has been starving to death. It was also obvious that he had a collar on his neck that was too tight and he was pulling to get loose from it. It laid his skin and muscle open around his neck and then the cable got wound around his leg and you can see what happened — large open wounds/gashes around his neck going down to his legs. He may have also gotten caught up which resulted in his hanging while he was trying to get free. We were asked for assistance by our friends at Streethearts Animal Rescue and paid for Hanson’s surgery and the doctor believes Hanson will fully recover. Unfortunately, though, the sutures didn’t hold and Hanson will return for more surgery tomorrow which we will cover along with his neuter. Please pray for this guy. He is very sweet and we are thankful that he is off of the streets and that we have the funds to help. (Photos of before and after surgery are not included because they may be too graphic) – diana.

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4/6/22 – Tater Tot was rescued with a broken elbow from an abusive home. We were contacted for help, and we were able to say yes because of the generosity of our supporters. Tater Tot’s rescuer had already paid a considerable amount prior to the surgery for x rays, etc. and we were able to then help with the surgery. – diana

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7/11/22 – Young Masters Tree Service is not only a great business but they go out of their way to help kitties in need. Often a kitten/cat will find his way up a tree because he’s being chased or maybe just curious. But, once up, they often find it impossible to get down because of how their paws were created. Young Masters has been there for many cats to not only save them but to then provide medical and then find homes. We have reached out to them and have been trying to help as much as possible. This is Christy, Jessie, and Janet. All rescued from danger and who we were happy to help get them vetted and, in Jessie’s case, seen for an injured back.

7/12/22 – Here is the message I received from Rocket’s finder on July 5:

“How would I get help with emergency vet care for a stray cat that has been hanging around my house then disappeared for a couple weeks, this time he showed up horribly skinny and has some kind of infection on his face. He also is not neutered. I am on Disability from recent Liver transplant so my income is limited. He looks so much like My Cat I lost last year of old age I would give him a home, he is friendly and apparently thinks this is home he must have followed my dog thru the doggy door because I woke up to a crying cat. I took a pic of the poor guys face. – Rhonda”

I was able to authorize Rocket’s vet visit where it was found that Rocket had two puncture wounds under his neck, a broken jaw, an abscess caused by the wounds, and a bullet fragment which could have killed him had it been any closer too a vital organ. Rocket received x rays, antibiotics, pain meds, and will return for a check up and his neuter and vaccines. The doctor felt the jaw break would heal with minor impact to Rocket’s quality of life and felt that would be the better route than invasive surgery.

Here are two current photos of Rocket, one with his new buddy, who is trying to show Rocket how to behave. The third photo is of Rocket just one week ago, unless it is taken down by fb. Quite a difference as to what some love and care can do. – diana.

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7/12/22 – Had to share this happy update on Boomerang (aka Boomer/Rocky). It was in mid December when Boomer was found on the street zipped up in a small cat carrier. He was soaked in his own urine as he layed there next to a bone. He had urine burns and had issues walking and issues with his skin. At the time we were contacted we authorized Boomer to be seen by Dr. Z who found that his walking issues were because he had been trapped in a small cat carrier (for who knows how long) and very poor nutrition. Well, 6 months later, Boomer is doing great (as you can see) and he is ready to be neutered (which we will take care of). As our followers know, our help doesn’t end until he/she has been spayed/neutered. One of our ultimate goals is to make sure we do everything possible to reduce the over population of unwanted cats and dogs. The first two photos are when Boomer was first rescued and the two others were just received by his now owner/rescuer. – diana.

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