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Noelle – Update – Owner Wanted to Euthanize; Diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism

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12/13/20 – Noelle Update! – Her story received hundreds of shares, I received several emails, and after spending lots of time on the phone I’m super happy to say my wish for her to be out of the hospital before Christmas has come true!! 🎄 She will be in a foster home and 4 paws 1 heart will continue to cover her medical until she is placed.
Noelle was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and cats can live a good quality life for years especially if caught early. We are looking into options for therapy and meanwhile she is on a pill 2 times a day.
Once we have a clear picture of her long term needs we will contact anyone interested in adoption.
If you are interested in making a donation towards her care we can definitely put it towards her food, blood work, medication, vaccines, etc. Our link is www.4paws1heart.org. Just specify it is for Noelle. You can also mail a check to our PO box 84, SCS, MI, 48080
Thank you all so much!!!!! Gina and Noelle💓💕💗💖

Noelle – Dropped Off By Her Owner to be Euthanized

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12/11/20 – noelle--12:11:20 noelle 12:11:20 12/11/20 – PLEASE PLEASE help me share this beautiful kitty to find her a loving home, or a foster home for Christmas.
We are calling her, “Noelle” and she was scheduled to be put to sleep two days ago.
The staff quickly realized that there were several lies involved in this “drop off” euthanasia. Moore Veterinary Hospital stepped up and offered the owner to surrender to, 4 paws 1 heart. We are covering her medical while she is awaiting a second chance..
It is not our place to pass judgment on the previous owners and we don’t know their situation. That is not the direction for this posting so please, NO negative comments.
Noelle is currently in boarding and she is very scared because all that she has known was stripped away. That is super stressful on any animal..
She is fixed, front declawed, friendly, 10 years old, and has lived with small dogs and cats in the past.
If you would like more information about Noelle please contact me at [email protected].
Please remember that we are not a rescue and therefore we have nowhere other than boarding for Noelle to go. That is why it is really important our friends and family share with hopes to giver her another chance. If you would like to donate towards her care the link to our PayPal and our PO box is www.4paws1heart.org or if you are interested in donating food she is on canned Instinct, Chicken, grain free.. Thank you♡
Gina♡

Theodore and Kennedy – Found in a Mobile Home Park; His Sibling (Kennedy) Died and He Recovered

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12/11/20 – Theodore was rescued from under a mobile home with three other siblings. His bonded brother, Kennedy, became suddenly ill and was taken to an emergency hospital where he died. Shortly after, Theodore started showing signs of the illness and was taken to an emergency where he was found to have Panleukopenia. After days in the hospital and medical assistance from 4 Paws 1 Heart, Theodore went home. Today he is doing great and has bonded with his sister who he will be adopted with. Thank you to our many friends who continue to give these stray and abused animals a second chance at life. – diana

Dave and Buster – Found in a Trailer Park; Simone, Elvis, Franklyn, Honker, and Coco Dumped in a Wooded Area

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12/9/20 – Meet Dave and Buster recently rescued from a mobile home park. And, Simone, Elvis, Franklyn, Honker and Coco, who were apparently dumped in a wooded area near the Spillway in Harrison Twp., MI. Dave and Buster are now with Tigerlily Cat Rescue after we took care of their medical needs. The five from the ‘spillway’ are to be tested and (paws crossed) if they test negative for FIV/FeLV, they will also be going to Tigerlily and we have offered to pay for their makeovers.
A huge thank you to our many supporters who donated during our Giving Tuesday $2,500 Match. Seventy Five (75) abandoned and abused animals will be given a second chance at life because of you and our amazing sponsor. May God Bless You, Your Families, and Your Furbabies. – diana

Lucky – 4 Men Were Beating Him When a Good Samaritan Stepped In

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12/7/20 – Meet Lucky. He was seen being beaten up by 4 men when a good Samaritan stepped in. He is now safe with Hogs for Dogs and he will be neutered, tested, and vaccinated complements of 4 Paws 1 Heart. Here is a photo 24 hours before Hogs for Dogs was able to get him, and the other photo is at intake and now. Anyone interested in Lucky should contact Hogs for Dog Rescue and please cross your fingers that his heart worm test is negative. We continue to be so very thankful for the many rescuers in our community and our generous supporters. – diana

Mileena – Abused by a Backyard Breeder

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12/2/20 – Meet Mileena. A rescuer whom we have helped in the past was asked to take in a neglected Bengal queen. She was kept in a cage by a backyard breeder who didn’t believe in antibiotics or vaccines and was not treating her for intestinal parasites. She is very tiny and malnourished; the size of a 7 month old despite being 2 years old. Jem, the rescuer, took her to the vet immediately and the doctor discovered that she has a heart murmur and possibly something wrong with her kidneys. Jem contacted us for help.
We do know that many kittens and cats have heart murmurs but we are unsure of the severity based on what the doctor communicated to Jem but he did say he was more concerned with the kidney issue and recommended that Jem take her to a specialist. Before going to a specialist, I advised Jem that I would feel more comfortable having Dr. Zalac examine Mileena and analyzing the results of the prior tests. 4 Paws 1 Heart has paid for the first visit and initial testing and will follow through with Dr. Zalac’s visit and, hopefully, we will be able to follow through with Dr. Zalac’s recommendations. Any time an animal has to see a specialist, the cost is considerable. The other day, Scarlett’s exam by the cardiologist cost a little over $400 and nothing more was required after that visit.
So, as usual, say a little prayer and send some virtual love to this very neglected girl. Without you, these lives would be lost!  – mileena--12:2:20 mileena 12:2:20diana

Dash – Has His Prosthetic and Will Now Be Able to Walk on Hard Surfaces

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Dash update! ♡ He was the puppy that was brought into Moore Veterinary Hospital last December with a terrible injury. The owner surrendered him so that he could get the proper care he needed. The doctors and staff at Moore saw to it that Dash received wonderful care. 4 paws 1 heart paid for his initial medical.
We thought he might need amputation or reconstructive surgery, but Dash was a true fighter and continued to thrive.. His rear paw required tons of bandage changes, rest, physical therapy, and a special designed prosthetic created by our good friends at, Pawsitive Steps Rehabilitation Center. Dash was neutered recently and he is doing great! He is in a loving forever home with his foster failure Carrie and he has made tons of new friends!!!
Gina ♡

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Shih Tzu Puppies – Thirteen Rescued After Being Dumped by a Backyard Breeder

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11/11/20 – Thirteen Shih Tzu puppies were found in hiding in various locations but in the same general area. They had been dumped by what appears to be a ‘backyard breeder’ because they were obviously no longer of use. Of the thirteen, ten had to be immediately placed in the hospital and three were well enough to stay with the rescue for decompression and minimal care. Of the ten who had to be hospitalized, one required an amputation, one has heart worm, and one has a number of mammary tumor; the rest have various infections and infestations. I apologize for the graphic photos but it is important to know what some people will do to make their living on selling animals. 4 Paws 1 Heart made a significant donation to their medical bill as Rebel Dogs of Detroit does everything possible to help the abused, stray, and abandoned dogs of Detroit. – diana
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Teddy and Roxy – Teddy May Have Been Sexually Assaulted; Roxy Needed Vetting

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11/2/20 – Teddy and Roxy were taken in by a new rescue group who we have also helped with spay/neuter/general vetting for several cats. The rescue suspected that Teddy had been sexually assaulted although it could not be confirmed by the vet. What could be confirmed was that Teddy was having issues with his anus causing him discomfort. Roxy just needed the usual vetting. Last week both returned to the vet to be treated for all of their medical needs including spay/neuter, vaccines, and heart worm tests complements of 4 paws 1 heart and our amazing donors. Roxy (rotweiller) has had a great deal of interest but not Teddy as yet. So, if you’re interested, please contact: [email protected] – diana

Brutus – Found, Emaciated, on the Side of a Major Highway

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10/28/20 – The other day I received the following message from a very kind woman who we helped about one year ago with another beautiful dog, Velcro, who the family rescued and we helped to make him become a permanent member of the family. Here is Brutus’ harrowing story – diana
“Saturday afternoon my husband and I were driving down I96 at Telegraph Rd and noticed a severely emaciated and scared puppy on the shoulder of I96 just after the on ramp from Telegraph Rd. He was cowering against the wall of the freeway and was 10 feet away from certain death. We pulled over and backed up down the shoulder to where he was. A semi truck saw what we were trying to do and he stopped the first lane of traffic to help us rescue him. The puppy was so happy to see us that he jumped right into our van and laid down.
My husband and I brought him immediately home and checked him over. The little boy has scars on his right side from what looks like cigar burns and he was so skinny that I thought he would break if we handled him too much. He was so weak that he could barely walk and all of his bones were visible through his skin. We gave him a little bit of food and a lot of water, let him sleep and he perked up a bit.
I introduced him to Velcro and our other dog Martell. They accepted him right away. I posted a picture of the puppy on Facebook. My family and both dogs fell in love with him and would like to keep him. He is Velcro’s new baby now and Martell’s new best buddy.
My husband and I are both unemployed due to the pandemic and are living off of unemployment benefits. We cannot afford the puppy’s vetting and neutering at this time. Sandra Ann recommended that I contact you and that there might be a chance you could assist us with vetting and neutering of this pup.
Thank you again for all you have done for us with Velcro. Any assistance that you could offer for Brutus would be greatly appreciated. This puppy is so special. It has only been 2 and a half days and he is already a part of the family.
brutus w:tracy reese 10:28:20Thank you again.-Tracy”