4/30/19 – Tater was found in an abandoned home. She was taken to All About Animals by her finder where she was vaccinated, spayed, and treated for tape worm. She was also found to be positive for heart worm. At that point, we were contacted for help. We arranged for a visit to one of our favorite veterinary hospitals, Patterson’s in Clinton Twp., and Tater was started on her heart worm treatment. She was also found to have whipworm and that treatment was also given. Please remember Tater in your prayers and pray for all of the animals out there suffering from injuries and disease with no one to care for them. Without your donations, these animals would never have a second chance at life. ~ diana
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Category Archives: Abuse
Rakestraw – Thrown into the Lobby of an Veterinary Hospital
4/25/19 – Yesterday I received a call from a vet we work with. A little 9 lb., 6 month old, emaciated boston terrier/chihuahua/mix was thrown into the lobby and before the staff could get to the door, the car sped off. The vet was asking for our help. I made contact with a few of my favorite rescues and, may God Bless them, each of them came through and offered to help. Trust me—this doesn’t always happen–but I was just thankful that 3 rescues stepped up to help this poor little dog. 4 Paws 1 Heart will pay for any medical needed. The only thing that has been done so far, are vaccinations; the doctor said he was too young for a heart worm test. As you can see, this little guy has quite an underbite. The doc said he is very lovable. Anyone interested in this cutie (who was not named yet), should contact Rejoyceful Animal Rescue. I’m sure they will be posting updates on their facebook page. ~ diana
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Samantha and Friskie – Rescued from a Hoarding Situation
4/25/19 – An individual rescuer who we’ve been assisting for a number of years is trying to help the animals in what might be considered a ‘hoarding situation’. It was a few years ago when we helped some of this person’s animals who were being kept in a house that was firebombed. In fact, Phoenix, who was taken in by Chance’s Mom, Denise, was one of those. Unfortunately, our Phoenix just passed away recently from the affects of the firebombing. Anyway, our friend, Lori is trying to help little by little to get the cats out, medically treated with our help, and adopted to furever loving homes. This is Samantha and Friskie. Samantha has had some recent issues and isn’t eating as we feel she should but we are hoping that with love and medical attention, she will find her way into a loving home. Friskie is doing great after being neutered, vaccinated, and tested. Anyone interested in these beauties should contact Lori at: [email protected] Trust me when I say, the need never ends. ~ diana
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Teddy – Was Used by for Pesticides Experiments
4/24/19 – A Beautiful Beginning! This is Teddy. He was one of the many dogs being used for pesticide experiments by Dow. Once my friend, David Rubello, read about what was being done to these innocent animals, he contacted me to discuss the situation. It was not too long ago that Dave and his wife adopted a Beagle, Cleo, who they fell madly in love with and now they were on a mission to save one more. Here is the happy beginning for Teddy. I would like to add that Dave is a former St. Clair Shores City Council person, but more importantly, he continues to play an integral role in the many activities within the Shores. Whether it’s the Memorial Day Parade, the Concerts in the Park, or the Agua Fest (all in which 4 Paws 1 Heart will be having an appearance/fundraiser). As you can see, community service takes on many facets — saving animals is one of them. Wishing Teddy the very best life ever. ~ diana
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4 Paws 1 Heart Video From 2012
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Koma – Found Chained Without Food/Water
4/19/19 – We were so thankful that we could be there for this very neglected and abused dog. Thank you Cortney and Rachel for rescuing him. – diana
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“This is Koma, he was rescued on March 21st from an abandoned house that was being cleaned out. A friend of Rachel Gerstner called her and asked if she could help, that’s when Jen and I were contacted. His chain was so short that he couldn’t lift his head, his empty, upside-down food bowl, feet away from him. No shelter, nothing. We didn’t know how long he had been there, but we knew we had to do something, when we got closer, we realized Koma had multiple bite wounds, both old and new. I agreed to take him in and Jennifer Moore swooped in to the rescue and went out to get him.
He got a bath that night, witch the help of a good friend of mine Lynae Smith which showed that his wounds were much worse than they appeared, they were so caked with dirt and debris that once cleaned, began to ooze infection. We contacted the WONDERFUL 4 Paws 1 Heart and of course they were more than willing to take on his bills. We went to the vet as soon as they could see him. Koma had to have most of his body shaved to locate other wounds, sedated to have the wounds debrided, he also had to have a drain tube placed in his shoulder. Then, the recovery started, both physically and mentally.
When Koma came to me he had terrible separation anxiety and would scream, he had broken out of crates, rooms with the doors closed, gated rooms, until he finally realized…… I came back for him, every time. He learned to love toys again, he loved my son tremendously. He was very protective at first and worst part was, we couldn’t post him because Koma had a microchip, he was adopted from the Michigan Humane society in April of 2017.
That is a whole different story, one that no longer matters and is now his “old” story. Koma finally became legally mine (not to keep, but to adopt to the perfect family).
Koma is now in a wonderful foster home, with Kasha Morgan and her family and he is flourishing. He will be available for adoption very, very soon. Koma is a 3 year old, Neutered Male, good with cats, kids, other dogs, all with proper introduction of course. I was able to find out that he was an owner surrender to the Humane Society and had other doggy friends there. He has been around my cats, and LOVES my son, along with all of the boys in his foster home. We will not be next in line to fail this handsome boy and we couldn’t have done it without everyone that helped. – Cortney”
Cutey and Rascal – RIP — They May Have Been Poisoned
4/18/19 – RIP Cutey and Rascal. An independent rescuer who we often help contacted me Monday. She had just rescued a dog, Cutey, who was constantly seizing. Before we could get her to a vet, Cutey died in Amy’s arms. Two days later, Rascal was found and, like Cutey, was seizing uncontrollably. This time we were able to get Rascal into the vet where they provided fluids but, unfortunately, it was too late and Rascal died. Both dogs were found in Amy’s neighborhood. We don’t know what caused the deaths of both dogs. We just pray that someone isn’t purposely poisoning animals. Because of everything Amy went through and the heartbreak of having two animals die after she tried saving them, we honored Cutey and Rascal with a private cremation. May God give rescuers strength and guidance. – diana
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Azela – Update – Her Name is Now Merlot
4/16/19 – What we’ve all been waiting for— an update on Azela.- diana
“I’m so happy I got to spend a few minutes with “Azela” today!!!! I just adore her.♡ She is starting to blossom and her new confidence shines. I’ll post a video with her fur sister and brother soon. Her new name is Merlot. – Gina”
Oreo – Showed Up Limping and Was Found to Have Shrapnel in His Leg
4/15/19 – Oreo is a fluffy, sweet tuxedo who showed up at a home limping. Beckie, his rescuer, didn’t know if he was feral or just very scared. She finally caught him and with our help brought him to one of our vets. The doctor found many scars on Oreo’s chest and shoulder. After watching a video of Oreo walking, the doctor took x rays and saw that Oreo’s leg had several pieces of metal in it. It is surmised that someone had been shooting at Oreo and fragments of the bullet entered his leg. The doctor felt any surgery would be dangerous at this time. Oreo was given antibiotics and will be checked further when he gets neutered. I can’t imagine what this little guy has been through. Anyone interested in Oreo should contact Beckie at: [email protected] ~ diana
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Kyla – Found Running the Streets, Emaciated and Heart Worm Positive
4/11/19 – Prayers for Kiya who will start heart worm treatment as soon as the hospital receives our check (which was sent today). Here is Kyla’s story as told by the rescue, Streethearts Animal Rescue. If you are interested in adopting Kiya, please contact Streethearts. ~ diana
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“Kiya’s story: On 3/17/19, a member of an outreach team saw Kiya running in an area of abandoned houses in an extremely, blighted neighborhood & called Streethearts for help. She was very emaciated & needed help now. Our team went & got Kiya & immediately took her to the Vet to be assessed. She was found to be Heartworm positive & very malnourished & emaciated. She has since gained at least 10 lbs & is doing well in her foster home with hopes of starting her Heartworm treatment very soon.”
