Category Archives: Cats/Kittens

Simon Update

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2/19/25 – While Gina and I are transitioning to 4 paws 1 heart Part II, you will still be seeing a few posts from me. I still have a few more cases to share with you. In the mean time,

I thought it would be appropriate to give a happy update of our Simon who continues to live with our good friend, supporter, and rescuer, Jo A. It was a brutal night of snow and frigid temperatures in December, 2017 when I got a call from the son of a woman who was renting a room from what I later felt to be a very cruel woman. His mom was at work and had just learned that her cat had once again been thrown out into the snow in below zero temperatures because the cat, Simon, had ‘missed’ the litter box. The son didn’t know what to do and because this had happened before he felt Simon needed to be rescued. I wasn’t quite sure what to do because 4 paws 1 heart isn’t a rescue; we don’t have any other resources than medical assistance but I called a person, Jo, who had helped before (and has since become a very good friend) and she immediately traveled the very slippery roads to catch Simon with the help of the son.

Once Simon was safe and warm in Jo’s home it was discovered that something appeared to be wrong with his leg. Simon was tested, vaccinated, and neutered but the doctors couldn’t determine what was wrong with Simon’s mobility. We then approved financial help with our favorite rehabilitation and veterinary doctor, Dr. Tari Kern. Simon went through a few sessions but nothing helped. It wasn’t known whether his issue was the result of some trauma or whether he had been born with the disability. There were many who recommended Simon be humanely euthanized because he would always need special attention and never be adoptable. But his rescuer, Jo, wouldn’t hear of it.

Jo says that Simon is the sweetest boy and doesn’t even know anything is wrong with him. Jo continues to rescue with the help of 4 paws 1 heart and has brought many cats and kittens into her home. Today, some 8 years later, Simon has taken on the role of ‘best buddy’ to many who have been rescued from the streets or abusive situations.

His very best and longest buddy is Bob who was also helped with funds from 4 paws 1 heart. The bottom line is than none of this would be possible without our generous donors, the rescuers, and our network of amazing doctors.

Thank you so very much for being a part of this village.- diana https://4paws1heart.org/donations/ P.O. Box 84, St. Clair Shores, MI. 48080 We are half way to our Match Goal of $2,500, so if you can, please donate today.

Hope Was Tossed Out Like Garbage

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2/16/25 – Hope was tossed out like garbage, her litter of kittens were taken away by the family who threw her outside, they moved out of the city, and abandoned her.

A kind young girl who lived next door saw what happened and let Hope in her house. She quickly realized this poor cat was covered in bite wounds but she couldn’t keep her, pay for medical, or provide placement. We were contacted but we are not a rescue. I reached out to our amazing board member Dee Brown Gudenau. She has always come through to help me in emergency cases like this where I just couldn’t let this cat suffer. Dee said YES so we made sure Hope saw a doctor and received immediate attention for her wounds. Dee brought her home and now almost 1 year later Hope is established in her forever home with a doggie friend!!!

Here are the before and after pics of the amazing happy new journey! Gina Our Valentine’s match is still going on! Your donation is doubled up to $2,500. https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

Draco Found at Kroger Gas Station

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2/14/25 Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at 4 paws 1 heart. Give the gift of life today by donating from now until February 28th where your donation is doubled up to $2,500.

This is Draco and here is the message from the caring person who contacted us describing how he was rescued.

“He was found 2/1/25 at the Kroger gas station on Frazho and Gratiot, eating out of a hummus container in the parking lot. I asked the attendant if he was familiar with the cat, he wasn’t and didn’t seem concerned for his wellbeing. I approached the cat to see if he was friendly, and indeed, he was, so I took him home with me, he was starving and skinny.”

Draco was posted on social media pages and no one claimed him. He had no microchip or id. He will now receive medical care to make sure he is healthy.

We will get him protected with vaccines and also neutered. Happy Valentine’s Day! https://4paws1heart.org/donations/ Donations can also be sent to 4 Paws 1 Heart, P.O. Box 84, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080 Thank you!!

Rico Orphan Kitten

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2/13/25 Rico was just a tiny baby orphan kitten when found as a stray in Dearborn. We offered to cover getting him checked out and neutered.

He is now old enough to schedule his surgery and complete his vaccines. Rico has begun the journey of his forever life off of the streets and because of you, we are able to help with cases like Rico who will now have a good home being loved and cared for.

Please don’t forget about our Valentine’s Day match going on until Feb 28th where your donation is doubled up to $2,500.

You can save a life today by donating. https://4paws1heart.org/donations/ Donations can also be sent to 4 Paws 1 Heart, P.O. Box 84, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080 Thank you!! Gina

Orange Kitty

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2/12/25 I wanted to update this morning that our very generous supporter is offering an additional $1000 towards the Valentine’s Day match! Therefore, every donation made from now until Feb 28th will be doubled. We are incredibly grateful for her kindness especially during this time, where it feels like the need never ends.

This is “Orange Kitty”. He is a very sweet cat found outside that unfortunately was diagnosed with feline leukemia. He is having trouble swallowing due to what the doctor thinks might be a stricture, or, nerve issues with the muscles that help with swallowing. These problems might be secondary to the leukemia, but the only way to do further testing is at a specialty practice using fluroscopy and imaging like an mri.

We don’t have the kind of funds needed for that testing. The rescuer would like to make him a permanent part of her family understanding that his time is limited.. Her kids have all fallen deeply in love. She is feeding him a special, very expensive food while elevated, which seems to help prevent the choking.

If anyone is willing to donate food, please let me know and I will give you the name of it. It’s the same food I used for Muffins’ when she was very sick.

If Orange Kitty begins to decline they are prepared to humanely euthanize, but for now they want to give him the most love and comfort until his last days.

Gina

Save a life this Valentine’s Day

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Happy to Help Richie, the Injured Stray

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2/11/25 I’m happy we were able to help this injured stray now named “Richie”. It takes a village of caring people working together. If you are interested in adopting please contact Rosie’s Kitty Catfé .

https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

P.S. Don’t forget that your donations will be matched up to $2,500 until 2/28/25.

P.O. Box 84, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

I Hardly Even Knew You, But I Will Never Forget You

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2/10/25 – A few days ago I received a desperate cry for help from a woman who found an injured stray. Upon x-rays the doctor quickly discovered the cat had a crushed pelvis and was bleeding internally. The kindest thing to do was humanely euthanize. The woman tried to get help for 5 hours before contacting me. She even sat in the parking lot of another hospital.

The reality is, unless you can pay for everything needed the animal will suffer. That is why 4 paws 1 heart was born. People don’t have the funds for their own pets let alone a stray. We are fortunate to have supporters to allow us to continue our mission and we are very grateful for the staff at Moore Veterinary Hospital who didn’t hesitate to squeeze this suffering animal into the schedule.

Here is her message. “This is a locket of fur from Sweet Baby, a black cat I seen up in the grass on the side of 9 mile road. I was able to get a hold of him for treatment with the hopes that he would have a chance at a better life and adoption after healing. Unfortunately, we had no clue that his fate was already sealed. I would like to give the biggest thank you to 4 Paws 1 Heart. I wasn’t able to afford the bill for his treatment and when I reached out to Miss Gina she responded back to me right away, and I was able to get Sweet Baby into a hospital. I did not get a picture because I thought he was going to come out of there, but a locket of fur was saved for me. Although I was not able to save his life, I am very grateful for the locket, and it will remind me that he did not die slowly, suffering in pain, alone in the freezing cold. During his last hours I was able to give him some tuna, some warmth, and companionship. My heart is broken. I hardly even knew you but I will never forget you. Love Ray”

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Baxter Update

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2/8/25 Baxter Update. A crew from a fire department in Detroit was taking care of this stray kitty, who kept wandering in and out of the department. One of the guys named Leo, had a soft spot the stray said he’d love to take him home, but was afraid of how he would do since he was an outdoor cat. One day, the kitty now named “Baxter” showed up with severe trauma to his right eye and it needed to be removed.

We were contacted for help and offered to pay for surgery, neutering and vetting. Baxter is now living his best life with the firefighter and he has no desire to go back outside ever again.

Here he is in this updated photo giving a nice long stretch for the camera. Gina https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

His New Name is Albert

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2/4/25. His new name is Albert which totally suits this handsome boy. He was brought into a local vet hospital after showing up at someone’s door during the frigid temperatures that we had. He was desperately crying to come in and had gotten into a fight with another cat outside. There were scratches all over his face, side, and neck. The rescuer suspected he was dumped. No microchip, not neutered, and no one came looking for him.

We offered to help get him examined, neutered, and vaccinated. His rescuers fell in love and decided to give him a forever home inside where he belongs.

Gina https://4paws1heart.org/donations/