2/19/21 – RIP Violetta. She was rescued with 3 other kittens and 1 adult cat (Micky). All 4, Sabrina, Marmalade, Tangerine, and Violetta were taken in today to be spayed/neutered, vaccinated, tested, etc. Unfortunately, Violetta died in recovery and was brought back to life but she started having seizures — while attempts were made to get her to an emergency for 24 hour observation, her seizures became worse and the vet and the rescuer decided to humanely euthanize her. I wish we could save them all but we often don’t know how many times a female has had litters which affects the lives of the babies or what other genetic issues they may have. We are sad for the loss of beautiful Violetta but grateful that Micky is doing good and the other 3 siblings are doing well. This has been a very brutal period for animals on the streets. Please pray for them and thank you so very much for your continued support. – diana
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Buddy – Lived the Life of a ‘Feral’ Until He Showed Up with a Prolapsed Rectum
2/18/21 – Buddy lived his life as a community cat. He was born early last year to a stray female who had what appeared to be many litters. The family caring for the community ‘inherited’ them about three years ago when the moved into their home. Over the past 3 years they took in two of the cats and found homes for some others and those left outside were provided shelter and food. In October, 2020 they noticed that Buddy’s rectum was “coming out– and not just a little but at least 3 inches” . Unfortunately, because of all of the animals they have helped, they couldn’t afford to help Buddy and contacted us last week. Buddy was able to get in to our vet at Five Mile Animal Hospital and he had surgery on Friday, February 15. His caretaker, Deanna, sent me an update the other day and said that Buddy is doing great and he is very lovable. Because they already have 4 cats and two dogs, they will be trying to find a furever home for Buddy and anyone interested can contact me and I will give Deanna your information. I’m praying that Buddy finds that loving family and I’m forever grateful to our many supporters who make miracles happen. – diana
Hoarding Homes – Breed Disease, More Cats, and Injuries
2/17/21 – The challenge of 2020/2021. These cats were all recently removed from ‘hoarding homes”. We understand that people who find themselves in this situation often believe they are helping the animal by taking them off of the streets. But, often they do not have the funds to spay/neuter, vaccinate, or take care of contagious illnesses and then all hell breaks loose. Our rescue friend, Dawn Peters and her group recently rescued these innocent animals and asked for our help in getting everyone tested, spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and treated for any other issues they may have made. Anyone interested can contact Dawn at: [email protected]
Don’t forget the Valentine Match is still going on. All donations made up to $1,000 will be matched by a very dear friend and animal rescuer. – diana
Micky – Update
2/16/21 – In the meantime, here is an update on Micky who was saved along with 4 others by two caring women. Mickey was a priority in that he seemed to be missing an eye and was in pretty bad shape. On February 11 Micky was seen by Dr. Zalac at Orion Animal Hospital. Dr. Z advised that Micky has a congenital eye issues and the eye would need to be removed and closed up. Because he has more pressing issues, it was not done that day. Micky’s wrist is broken and he has a ‘rip’ inside in elbow with some infection in the bone. He is only 10-12 months although the rescuers thought he was years old. Unfortunately, he is FIV positive but the rescuers have been in touch with someone who has found placement for FIV cats. Dr. Z said that Micky has been in a lot of pain (makes me heartsick to think how many Mickys are out there). Dr. Zalac neutered Micky, cleaned his leg wounds, cleaned his eyes, and put revolution on a “weird” parasite found on his skin. He will have a follow-up appointment next week. At that time, we will know when his eye surgery should be scheduled.
Remember that your donations truly Save Lives. These animals depend on the village of rescuers, doctors, fosters, adopters, and 4 Paws 1 Heart. We will always be there for them as long as funds are available. – diana
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Mason – He Was Having Grande Mal Seizures and His Owners Couldn’t Care for Him
2/16/21 – Mason was an owner surrender. The owners reached out to Streethearts when the dog started having Grand Mal seizures and he was also vomiting and having diarrhea. They had no financial means to get this dog any help and he had never been to a vet before. Streethearts immediately picked him up and got him to the vet on 2/5 where he was seen and treated by a specialist. He was discharged 4 days later and is in a temporary foster home being monitored. Streethearts reached out to us, once again, because they have had a number of serious medical cases over the past few weeks with dogs in the Flint area. Fortunately, we were also able to pay for Mason’s treatment. – diana
Onyx – Update
2/16/21 – A happy update on a very difficult morning when all of us are worrying about all of the innocent strays who have no home and are on the streets with 8″ of snow, ice, and high winds.
Hopefully, you will remember beautiful Onyx. We don’t know how she was injured–her toe was mangled and her leg was also damaged. She may have been caught in an engine fan and then got frostbite when she got out. Well, yesterday, Onyx had her second visit with Dr. Zalac of Orion Hospital. Although we were concerned that both would need amputation, Dr. Z, prescribed medical baths with antibiotics and yesterday we received the good news that Dr. Z believed Onyx would not need her leg removed. Although her gums are still pale, she is getting stronger and will be able to have flea treatment during her next visit. Thanks for all of your prayers and support for all of these sweet animals. – diana
Shelby – Found With a “Blind Eye” and and Eye Needing Surgery
2/15/21 – 12 week old Shelby, who was surrendered to Streethearts Animal Rescue on February 3, 2021. The person stated that she was found outside and that she could not keep her. Shelby weighed only 10 pounds and should have weighed 15, plus she had a “horrible” blind eye that required enucleation and the other eye has entropion eyelashes (the lashes grow inward, touching the eye). The entropion surgery will have to wait until she recovers from the eye removal, which we covered, and has gained some weight. The doctor did not want to keep her under anesthesia too long. She had the eye removal surgery last week and was kept over night. Shelby is doing well at this time.
There are far too many animals being abandoned, surrendered, or born on the streets with no one to turn to. Thank you to our many supporters and please, don’t forget, that with the generosity of a very good friend, we do have a $1,000 VALENTINE MATCH going on right now. All donations made up to $1,000 over the next two weeks will be matched. – diana
Charlie – Update
2/13/21 – Update on Charlie. Probably caught in an engine fan. Please make noise before you start your car. We went through a horrendous 2020 and it continues. God bless our donors who make our help possible. – diana
CHARLIE UPDATE
He is back home with me after spending the day and night at the vet. He is such a sweet boy and such a trouper. I will take good care of my new buddy and give updates on his progress. Thanks to
Gina DeLuca Jenio and Moore veterinary hospital taking him in so quickly and giving him the best care 
. Thank you 4paws1heart for the vet backing. Please donate to help all these critical animals in need.
. Thank you 4paws1heart for the vet backing. Please donate to help all these critical animals in need.Jax – Found With Icicles Hanging From Him
2/12:21 – This has truly been an overwhelming week with hoarding situations, eye and leg surgeries, heart worm, frozen cats, and just the ‘normal’ cases. Thank you to our very amazing friends who continue to support us in some very difficult times. Now is the time to double your donation!- diana
“Won’t you just look at this handsome boy Jax! He was on his own and fending for himself for quite awhile. We were told he may belong to someone in the area but when mom saw him with icicles hanging from him we knew nobody cared about Jax. So mom set up the trap on our front porch and within 5 minutes she had him! Now he’s safe, warm and Monday he will recieve his vetting and will be ready for a real family of his own. But that couldnt happen without donations. – Chance”
Charlie – Caught in a Car Engine
2/12/21 – There has been an overwhelming number of serious cases this past week. Charlie is the latest!! Please remember to bang on your hood before starting your engine. I know it’s easy to forget especially with the remote starters. – diana
Your donations save lives.
UPDATE ITS MUCH WORSE THAN I THOUGHT I POSTED AN UPDATED PICTURE WARNING VERY GRAPHIC
HE NEEDS OUR PRAYERS
Just got this poor kitty in he was caught in a fan blade of a car trying to stay warm. He’s cut up pretty bad. 4 paws1 heart is taking care of his vetting. Please consider donating. I have a fundraiser going on now. There has been so many critical animals coming in and 4 paws 1heart has been covering them. His name is Charlie.