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UPDATE: Sophie And Her 7 Puppies!

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5/12/25: Sophie is doing great and all of the puppies are ready to go or already in their forever homes! Thank you to our 4 Paws 1 Heart supporters for helping us make a difference in so many lives!

Sophie Had Her Seven Babies

1/18/25 – It was 11/30/24 when we were contacted about Sophie. She was rescued while on the streets in the freezing rain. Her rescuer, Kelly, estimated her to be about 1 year old. Sophie was seen at our partner veterinary clinic, Five Mile Animal Hospital, Unfortunately, Sophie was pregnant but thankfully, Kelly was willing to make sure Sophie had her babies while in her care and she would foster the family until everyone could be fully vetted and adopted out. We committed to finishing Sophie’s medical when appropriate and making sure the babies were vaccinated and neutered/spayed when of age.

Today, Sophie had her babies!! SEVEN!! Rosie is being a great mom and I’m sure that these photos will melt your hearts on this very soon to be frigid day. – diana

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Coraline’s Miracle: From Car Engine Trauma to Cuddly Companion

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5/9/25. CORALINE WAS FOUND IN A CAR ENGINE – Her mommy sent me this update today. Here is the story and her remarkable recovery.

Here’s Coraline’s story…

My husband found her in a 7-11 parking lot on 12/21/24. It was freezing cold out and raining. We took her to the emergency vet. Her temp was very low, she was wet and dirty, weighing in at 1.5 lbs. She had no use of her left rear leg.

We brought her to our vet on 12/25. Her x-rays showed that she had non food items in her stomach, such as bones and tiny rocks. Also had multiple fractures in her pelvis and hernia due to the trauma of being injured in a car engine.

Her injuries seemed insurmountable!

4 Paws 1 Heart sent us to Orion Animal Hospital to be evaluated for her injuries, and some testing, which was paid by 4 Paws 1 Heart. They were not comfortable performing her surgery so we went to Wilson’s.

Her fractures seem to have pretty much healed. She has full use of her rear leg! She had surgery to repair her hernia and was spayed.

Today she is just over 5 lbs, and is so playful and cuddly. She is so stinkin’ cute and we absolutely adore her!

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From Stray to Strong: Flappy’s New Beginnings

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5/8/25 Given another chance! Flappy was a stray cat found in bad shape. He was thin, matted, full of fleas, respiratory infection, worms, and he had given in to being captured as a stray. Over the last couple months we were able to get him the medical he needed. Yesterday he was strong and healthy enough for his neuter surgery! Everything went well, but the doctor noticed he had a lot of inflammation around his gums. They started antibiotics but there is a possibility he may need dental extractions in the future from Stomatitis. Flappy recovered well and if his rescuer can not find placement she will give him a forever home.

Happy new beginnings, Flappy!

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Orange’s Lucky Escape: From Under the Car to a Brand New Start!

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5/6/25. Meet Orange – This adorable little baby was found trapped underneath someone’s vehicle while they were driving.

He was very fortunate that he did not suffer severe injuries. The doctor examined him and he had trauma to his right hear foot from the hock down there was swelling, an abrasion, and pain but no obvious fractures.

He is doing well and checked out healthy otherwise. We are covering his medical and he can begin his vaccines once he is feeling better. Happy Days and New Beginnings ahead for Orange!

Thank you Moore Veterinary Hospital for getting him treatment right away and Shelby Woodward for saving his life!

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Baby’s Rescue Journey: From Street to Safe

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5/5/25 Meet Baby – This was a stray cat that Emily would often feed, and she contacted us for help when she noticed he had an abscess on his face, he was very frail, losing weight, and he was fading fast.

It was clear upon exam from the doctor that Baby was very sick. The hospital started with a feline leukemia/fiv test and a full blood panel right away. There was a systemic infection going on and the wound on his face was oozing pus. At only 6 pounds, skin and bones, loaded with fleas, and very dehydrated Baby wouldn’t have made it much longer. The doctor gave an antibiotic injection, flea prevention, fluids, and deworming.

Once he is strong enough, 4 Paws 1 Heart will cover his neuter and vaccines. The rescuer is keeping him inside and will find him a home. We were fortunate to assist with getting one more homeless cat off the street.

If you can help, please donate. Thank you <3

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Garrick’s Rescue and Recovery

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4/29/25 Garrick needs our help. He was found outside in rough shape, pawing at the side of his face and drooling excessively.

Santa Zhugra secured him and contacted us for help. Moore Veterinary Hospital was able to get him in yesterday morning and his care was way more involved than expected. It was quickly noticed that his mouth was awfully painful, swollen, teeth rotten, gums bleeding, and horrid odor. He was dirty, weak, and very dehydrated. His jaw wouldn’t close properly maybe from so much swelling and inflammation. He needed full mouth x-rays, 9 extractions, ears cleaned, flea treatment, x-ray for an abdominal wound with internal scarring, bloodwork, a leukemia FIV test, and everything took about 2 hours under anesthesia.
A fecal was sent out, injections were given, and he is hospitalized on IV fluids, pain meds, warmies, and antibiotics.

I went to check on him last night before bed and he had lapped up his slurry of wet food. I was so happy!!!!! To be honest. He has a long road ahead, but if he can eat that’s what matters right now!

He will be going to a foster today or tomorrow and looking for a forever home. No more living on the streets. Here are some pics from his procedure yesterday.

If you can help with his care please donate. Thank you ♡

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Kevin’s Second Chance

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4/28/25 Abigail reached out to us right after she had trapped a neighborhood cat that appeared injured. He was coming around her condo for about 9 months and when he was noticeably hurt, Abigail secured him and took him to emergency. We offered to help by getting him neutered and checked out at Orion Animal Hospital. Abigail just sent me an update with pics letting me know that Kevin is integrating slowly while enjoying his new snuggle nap time spots and putting his head in her hands demanding pets. Kevin is one more kitty fortunate to have a second chance and live in a forever loving home. I love his pink nose and his toe beans!!! New beginnings Kevin!

Please donate. Share our page and posts help create awareness. Thank you!

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