9/20/20 – Molly was born to a feral mom and rescued at 5 weeks old when she was suffering from an upper respiratory infection. She has been treated but will require more antibiotics and then the usual vetting — spay, vaccines, and testing — which will all be done before being adopted. Unfortunately, all of this is taking longer than usual because of the back-ups resulting from the months of shut downs and restrictions amongst the veterinary hospitals. Molly is a polydactyl and already has a new mom lined up. The new mom is in California helping with the fires but will be back home soon to welcome her new baby. We were very thankful that we could help our 4p1h friend, Shari B, who we have worked with in the past. She does a great job in finding the purrfect homes for those she rescues. – diana
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Tigress – The Rest of the Story
9/19/20 – Jeff’s second writing about his journey rescuing Tigress. – diana
“And here is the one I wrote today. – Jeff Moore
“The Waiting Is The Hardest Part”
My hand shook while I filled out the form in my car, granting my consent to the vet for her care. Tigress was in rough shape. I was worried about her prognosis and nervous that the vet would recommend euthanasia.
On our three-hour drive home from Sturgis the other day, where she was found outside, struggling to survive, the thought crossed my mind that her life was now in my hands and I, and only me, would have to determine her fate.
It was a heavy thought.
She hardly fought me as I put her in the pet carrier to take her to the vet. I wondered if that was a bad sign, perhaps she had accepted death and the release from the pain she had been feeling for quite some time.
On the short drive to the vet, she gazed at me with her sad, beautiful green eyes, as her nose watered and her tongue stuck out, drool running down her chin. She sneezed once or twice. She was pitiful looking.
I had to remain strong for her, I thought.
The vet technician came to get her out of the car and gently carried her into the office. Sadly, I had to remain in the car while they examined her.
The wait, a mere half hour, seemingly took up my entire morning.
I fiddled with my phone. I turned the radio on and off. I shooed a bee out of my car that had flown in through an open window. I watched an elderly lady in the car next to me pluck hairs from her chin while she waited for her dog, also inside.
Why was this taking so long, I asked myself, bracing for the worst news possible.
The door to the veterinary office shot open and out walked the vet technician who had taken Tigress in, minus Tigress.
I rolled my window down. It went down slowly despite me anxiously pressing on the button as hard as I ever have.
“We gave her a shot of antibiotics, her rabies vaccination and her distemper. She only has one tooth left so it will be a dry food diet going forward. She is not a fan of having her face touched,” the vet technician said, in the most matter-of-fact way, holding up her hand to show me where Tigress had scratched her. “I will bring her out to you in a few minutes.”
I felt stupid but quite relieved at the same time. My worrying was all for naught.
Tigress was a fighter, after all, having spent the past two years living outside. This would not be the day she crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Instead, we were on our way home to start her new life.”
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Tigress – Missing Fur, Most of Her Teeth Gone, and Infections in her Eyes and Ears
9/18/20 – After helping a senior cat named Tigress, our friend and rescuer, Jeffrey Moore, wrote these two beautiful stories about the experience. – diana
I wrote this one from Saturday when I picked her up at her finder’s house.
“The Final Goodbye”
I watched from the street as the man in the front window lifted what would become my precious cargo off of the cat tree and into his arms. I had brought a pet carrier with me for this exact purpose but he opened the front door of his house and carried the cat out to my car in his arms, like a baby.
Tigress was worse off than the photos online let on. Missing fur and most, maybe all, of her teeth, her eyes and nose watered, obvious signs of an infection. She sneezed and discharge shot from her ears.
“She has been coming around for two years,” the man said, still holding the cat in his arms. He did not want to let her go but he knew he had to. This could be her only chance at a healthy, stable life and waiting any longer might end up costing her that life.
She did not want to go with me, this unfamiliar, bearded stranger, either.
As the man placed her into the crate in the backseat of my car, she tried to get away but the man quickly closed the door of the crate, sealing her fate. She cried out, the only sound she would make on the three-hour journey to her new, temporary home.
It was a heartbreaking scene, on a quiet, residential street in the middle of a small, rural Michigan town, a few miles from the Indiana state line.
The man extended his hand. “Thank you,” he said.
Diva – Update
9/17/20 – Diva update! I’m ecstatic to report that Diva is turning the corner! Several doctors have helped along the way with ideas and suggestions. Cynthia has helped with Reiki and handmade special healing blankets. My co worker Julie took her for a few days and 4 p 1 h supporters have pitched in… Dee and Rick have worked so hard to keep meds, daily baths, and hourly supportive care going day and night.. She was literally so fragile!! We recently started the pred, vit b 12, the clavamox and a new probiotic. She has finally begun to thrive! Foster mommy Dee has sent me more poop pics than I’ve ever received on my cell, and the most recent ones really made me happy! I might have cried a little. Thank u everyone involved in the journey for this girl and let’s pray she continues to hold her own after the meds are finished. Gina
Tater Tot – Living Under a Laser Cutting Machine
9/17/20 – Meet Tater Tot. He was living under a laser cutting machine and the boss wanted “him gone”. An employee was concerned that someone in the shop would try to harm him and five minutes before leaving for the day, he was able to trap Tater Tot. He then called his wife (who we’ve assisted before) and, of course, she said there was no choice other than to bring him home. Tater Tot was given a large crate to decompress in and the daughters in the family worked to build his trust. He seemed to enjoy being petted and purred each time. Tater Tot was so filthy from living in an industrial shop that the girls had to wash their hands after each petting session. Finally, the family was able to bathe him an dawn soap and, as you can see, he’s loving life in his cozy hammock. Tater Tot will be getting ‘the works’ next week and the family will make sure that Tater Tot lives a safe and wonderful life from here on out. – diana
Charlize – Update – Hanging Out in Her New Cozy Homemade Bed
9/14/20 – Remember Charlize? Someone was going to throw her out of a car window but instead was handed over to a kind person who contacted the police. Her body had been burned with chemicals and we were contacted by the Eastpointe Chief Animal Control Officer. Charlize was taken to our partner emergency hospital and later went to a wonderful foster home. Last week I received a message from a kind woman who has a friend who makes a sells these beautifully hand-crafted beds. She had seen Charlize’s photos and thought that her burned little body would feel so good in this very soft and plush bed. The kind woman, Nancy, dropped of the bed on Sunday, my husband brought the bed to Charlize yesterday. And, here she is already attached and laying claim to her beautiful bed. There are so many wonderful people in this world; it’s unfortunate that too often, we only hear of the worse. – diana
Journey – Found on a Porch with a Severe Eye Infection
9/15/20 -Journey was around 2 months old and weighed about 2 pounds when he was rescued. He was one of many cats and kittens being fed on someone’s porch in Detroit. A neighbor noticed he needed medical attention and grabbed him off the porch, even though she knew she couldn’t care for him. With the help of another party, Journey was taken to a vet because of an eye issue and was given medication for his eye. He was tested and found negative for FIV/FeLIV.
However, nothing more was done. He had not been given any vaccines and when our friend, Patricia, took him in, he had a huge belly which indicated worms, and was also infested with fleas and ear mites. It also appeared that Journey had an upper respiratory infection. He also had abrasions on his nose.
Patricia contacted us and we made sure Journey’s medical issues were all addressed. Unfortunately, it was later determined that Journey would have to have his eye removed. This was done last week and now Journey is doing great and will go back to the vet next week to have his stitches removed and to be neutered and vaccinated. Journey is one of many kittens who Patricia now has and who we have committed to covering their medical needs. Anyone interested should contact Patricia at: [email protected] – diana
Charlize – Update — Purposely Burned With Chemicals
9/11/20 – An update from Chief Pylar of Eastpointe:
“Charlize, the kitten that was found nearly 2 weeks ago suffering from severe burns is doing great in her foster home ! After all she has been through, the thing she craves most is human attention and affection ! Although shes making progress and continuing to heal, due to the severity of her injuries, the affected areas will become worse before they get better. Her ears appear to have been affected most severely, and will continue to require medical attention. Thanks to our amazing friends at
4 Paws 1 Heart
, Charlize will continue to receive all of the medical care she needs ! We cannot thank them enough and her amazing foster, for all they have done and continue to do for little Charlize ! If anyone would like to donate to Charlize’s care, please donate to 4 Paws 1 Heart at the link below. Thank you all so much ! 
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Mama, Abigail, Junior, Beans, Sasha, and Mia Bella – All Rescued From the Mean Streets
9/11/20 – Our many rescue friends have been overwhelmed by the number of cats/kittens roaming the streets needing medical attention and shelter. Our dear friend, Jo, an independent rescuer, has had her fair share of saves this year. We were thankful to have the funds to pay for all of their medical needs and beyond thankful to know they are all safe and, in some cases, in their furever homes. Here is Abigail, Junior, Sasha, Mia Bella and Mama. Anyone interested in adopting should contact Jo at: [email protected] – diana
Natalie – Rescued from the Streets
9/11/20 – Natalie is one of many kittens recently rescued from the streets of Flint, MI. We received a request for help from our friend, Heather, who has saved many cats/kittens in the years we have worked together. Natalie was spayed, tested, and vaccinated complements of 4 Paws 1 Heart and we hear she is doing great. Anyone interested should contact Heather at: [email protected] – diana
