4/13/26: We received an email over the weekend about this stray male cat who was found with severely ingrown nails that have grown into his paw pads, causing bleeding and significant pain. We have approved him to be seen at Orion Animal Hospital so he can receive the urgent medical care he needs.
We will share updates on “Michelin” as soon as we learn more about his condition.
4/13/26 update: Today marks 28 days since I brought him home after he was found at just 1 day old, when his mom wouldn’t nurse him. For those who have been following his journey, you know he’s had on-and-off neurologic symptoms over the past four weeks.
This Monday and Tuesday he seemed perfectly normal but by Wednesday he developed a head tilt to the right.
We ran a full blood panel on Thursday, which unfortunately didn’t give us many answers. Because he is so small, diagnostics are limited right now. As of Friday, he weighed just over one pound.
The head tilt is making feeding and even going to the bathroom challenging for him. He is still receiving around-the-clock bottle feedings and stimulation to help him go to the bathroom. He is also on medication in case this is due to infection or inflammation.
He’s been such a fighter, and we’re hoping for answers and improvement soon.
4/7/26 Update: I am super happy to share that little Dublin is making huge improvements! He still has a slight head tilt, but he is not rolling over anymore. He is a little fighter with a very big future ahead of him, and I am blessed to be a part of his journey.
Thank you all for the continued prayers. He is almost there!
4/4/26 Update: I hold his head steady while eating, and the good thing is his appetite is great! He is consistently gaining weight, in good spirits, and taking his medicine like a champ! Thank you all for the positive thoughts and prayers as we navigate to get him better one day at a time.
4/3/26 Update: Prayers needed for my bottle baby, Dublin. He is receiving treatment and we have to give him time for the meds to work.
On Monday, Dublin started showing a head tilt and began rolling to the left. I had him examined right away and ran every test we safely could on such a tiny kitten. He tested negative for parasites and panleukopenia. He has no respiratory symptoms, no ear debris, no eye discharge or nystagmus, and he continues to eat every 2-3 hours around the clock and he is gaining weight. At just 20 days old and only 13 ounces, there are limits to what can be tested and given at this age. Right now, we are hoping this is an inner ear infection, but could be very serious like Toxoplasmosis, encephalitis, congenital, etc.
I’ve been on edge all week—running on very little sleep and pouring everything I have into him while feeling scared, worried, and helpless.
Thank you for keeping Dublin in your thoughts and prayers. I will update as we know more.
3/29/26 Update: Happy Sunday! Dublin is officially 2 weeks old today!
I’m a little behind on updates—this tiny orphan has truly taken over my every waking moment.
He was up to 9.5 ounces just a few days ago, and tomorrow we’ll get an updated weight. A playpen is on the way, and he’s starting to become more aware of the world around him. His eyes have opened bright, he dreams peacefully, and he absolutely loves belly rubs.
I’m still doing syringe feedings every few hours, around the clock—but watching him grow makes every second worth it.
When the time comes, 4 Paws 1 Heart will be there to help with his check-up and care.
We are not a rescue, but there are moments like this—when an emergency case comes along—and I step in to give a tiny life like Dublin a chance.
3/21/26 Update: Day 5 with Dublin and loves the belly rubs. He is doing well and his eyes are about to open. I have a battery operated heartbeat to mimic the mom and he snuggles on top of it.
3/19/26 Update: Dublin is growing stronger every day, and I’m asking for continued prayers for this precious little angel.
Please watch over little Dublin as he thrives with each passing hour. Bless his tiny body with warmth, his belly with fullness, and his heart with steady strength. Let every feeding bring him life, every rest bring him healing, and every breath remind him he is safe and loved. Through the long nights and early mornings, steady my hands and renew my spirit. In moments of worry, quiet my fears with hope. For this fragile boy, continue to breathe life into him. And may this little kitten, once cold and alone, grow into a life filled with comfort, safety, and love. -Gina
Amen.
3/17/26: I offered to take home a tiny 4oz orphan newborn kitten because without immediate help, he simply wouldn’t have survived.
When I got him, he was ice cold to the touch, his temperature wouldn’t register, his tiny toes were purplish pink… but he for certain had the will to live. The person who found him cares for stray cats, but for reasons we may never know, the mom wasn’t feeding him.
Through the night, with warmth, round-the-clock care, and tiny feedings every couple of hours, he held on. And today—24 hours later—we’re doing so much better.
I think this little warrior might be a boy (we’ll know more soon!), and I’m starting to think he deserves a strong Irish name to match his fighting spirit.
4/8/26: Danni was found homeless, and her rescuer reached out to us for help.
Since then, she’s been struggling to breathe and has already been seen at more than one hospital and tried different antibiotics without much improvement.
She’ll be heading to a third hospital for a procedure called a nasal flush, and we’re really hoping it finally gives us some answers and, most importantly, some relief for her.
Please keep Danni in your thoughts and prayers ❤️Gina
4/1/26 Update: Maddie was found on the streets, heavily pregnant, and gave birth to 3 babies the very next day.
This little family received medical care yesterday—full exams, treatment for a mild respiratory infection, and deworming. After antibiotics, they’ll be rechecked and start vaccines.
Because of our supporters, we’re able to give them the healthy start they deserve.
For adoption or questions, contact Karen at misskarenmarie@gmail.com. 🐾
3/22/26: Maddie and her three babies, Pepper, Mia, and Remi, are getting the care they need because of you!
Maddie was found pregnant and safely gave birth to these three little ones shortly after rescue. Stephanie and Karen, two compassionate independent rescuers, reached out for help — and we said yes. Maddie will be spayed once her babies are weaned, and the kittens will receive vaccinations and be spayed/neutered when ready.
3/30/26 Update: Today… he’s alive, pain-free, and finally safe. After I shared his story, a veterinary technician I used to work with reached out about adopting him. I connected her with the kind man who rescued George, and now he has a loving place to call home.
A special thank you to West Flint Animal Hospital for getting him in immediately and providing the emergency surgery he needed.
This is what your support does, and I am deeply grateful.
3/8/26 Update: The wonderful news is that George is recovering beautifully and feeling so much better!
Now he just needs the final piece of his rescue story. A loving home or a rescue willing to give him a chance.
George is currently in the Flint, Michigan area. If you can help, please contact James at jamespfeiffer61@gmail.com.
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2/27/26: Update: I have been communicating with the hospital. He’s in surgery right now.
2/27/26: Yesterday, we received an emergency email about a tiny kitten, George, who was found in horrific condition nearly one month ago in Flint, Michigan. The rescuer initially brought him to a veterinary clinic but because it was not a full-service hospital they were advised to transfer him to a local shelter. Fearing he could be euthanized immediately due to the severity of his condition, the rescuer urgently began reaching out for help with no success.
As soon as we were contacted, we stepped in and arranged for immediate medical care. George is currently at one of our trusted partner veterinary hospitals, West Flint Animal Hospital, where he is receiving the care he desperately needs.
We are grateful to the rescuer who refused to give up on him — and to our veterinary partners who act quickly when every moment matters.
Please keep this little one in your thoughts today.
3/25/26 Update: Charlie captured everyone’s heart. A few days ago he had his eye removal surgery and he is recovering well.
Thank you to the Doctors and Staff at Orion Animal Hospital, his rescuer Janice, and our supporters who helped give Charlie a better chance of a Brighter Future.
He still needs a place to call home so if interested in more information please email Janice at janniecc@gmail.com
3/12/26 Update: Charlie has been neutered, vaccinated, and treated for an eye condition. Unfortunately, despite treatment, his eye has not improved and will need to be surgically removed to relieve his pain and prevent further complications.
His surgery is scheduled for March 20th, and 4 Paws 1 Heart will be covering the cost to make sure Charlie gets the care he needs. This surgery will help give him a more comfortable life.
Please keep Charlie in your thoughts as he prepares for surgery, and as always, thank you for supporting the work that makes cases like Charlie’s possible.
2/3/26: Found on a woman’s property, this young, tiny boy was scared and suffering from eye damage. Despite it all, he makes the sweetest little “nom nom” sounds when he eats.
Janis named him Charlie.
During his exam at the hospital, it was discovered that his eyelid is adhered to his cornea, and he also tested positive for coccidia. We were able to step in and sponsor his medical care, and Charlie is scheduled to be neutered this week.
He’s safe now, getting the care he needs, and one step closer to a brighter future.
Mama was found injured, and after approving X-rays, it was discovered that her front right leg was badly broken beyond repair.
Amputation surgery was necessary—and we were able to say yes, giving her the second chance she deserves.
Mama is also FIV positive, which makes her second chance even more meaningful. Through it all, her rescuer, Jennifer, never gave up—networking tirelessly to find the perfect placement where Mama could safely recover after surgery and go on to live a happy, comfortable indoor life.
She’s the beautiful gray and white kitty, now healing, making new friends, and doing so well.
3/20/26 Update: We’re so happy to share that Leela has had her eye surgery and is doing well! For those who may not remember her story—this sweet baby was found outside, injured, and in need of eye removal surgery. At the time, she was just too tiny, and the risk was simply too great. So we waited, giving her the time she needed to grow stronger.
A huge thank you to Orion Animal Hospital—the doctors and staff did an absolutely amazing job, and we are so thankful for the care they gave Leela.
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11/4/25: Meet LeeLa, a brave little kitten rescued from the streets with a severe eye injury. Despite everything he’s been through, he trusts in his rescuers kindness and gentle touch.
Our nonprofit stepped in to give him the care he deserves, but LeeLa needs surgery to remove his damaged eye so he can live pain-free and finally start his new life in a loving home. We’re a small organization doing everything we can to help animals like LeeLa — but with donations running low, we can’t do it alone.
🐾 You can be the reason LeeLa gets his chance at a healthy, happy life.
Every dollar goes directly toward his surgery, recovery, and the next stray waiting for help. Donate today or share this post to spread the word.
Together, we can make sure LeeLa — and so many others like him — never have to suffer again. -Gina
3/14/26 Update from the rescuer: “Our little man is doing so good. Taking his stinky drops SO GOOD & he’s responding to the fluids perfectly!! He perks up so much after he has them & he’s climbing all around like a little goat baby!! Thank u so so so much Gina. All our love to u!”
3/13/26: Meet MoMo. He was found as a stray, tested positive for FIV, and the rescuer has had trouble finding placement. Recently his health began to decline.
We got him in for supportive care which also consisted of fluids under the skin every few days. We are hopeful he will turn the corner and feel better soon. Please keep this sweet boy in your prayers.
3/11/26: We helped Morris get on the path to good health after he was found outside and needed medical care. Thanks to that help, he’s doing great now! But his rescuer is unable to keep him long term, so we are hoping someone will step forward to give this sweet boy the loving home he deserves.
His rescuer describes Morris as very friendly and great with both people and other cats. He loves affection, enjoys laying on your chest, giving gentle head butts, and even handing out sweet little kisses.
Morris clearly loves being close to his people and is ready to be someone’s loyal companion.
If you’re interested in giving Morris a home, please contact: Bobbie England in Madison Heights MI at bobbieengland8080@gmail.com
