Category Archives: Cats/Kittens

Bumper is living a very happy life with her new family

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3/5/25 – Apologies for adding the two incorrect photos of Bumper yesterday. I guess I was right in passing the baton to Gina. Here is the story again with the correct photos. – diana

3/5/25 – In late December, I received the following email message: “We found two kittens. We called for them to be picked up but nobody came. When we were leaving, we found one deceased beneath a car but couldn’t find the other one. Turned out the stray kitten had hitchhiked under our car. She’s got a really bad eye infection. I think she might lose the eye as it is protruding and very swollen. My husband was just laid off so we can’t afford to help her. I was wondering if you could help cover the cost for her? We are interested in keeping her. I brought her inside as the temperature is low but she is separated from our other animals until she can be seen by a vet and her eye healed. I don’t want her to suffer and with overcrowded shelters, I didn’t want her to be put down. She’s primarily a happy kitten.”

It was determined by the doctors at All About Animals-Flint that Bumper (as she was later named) had an upper respiratory infection and needed to have her eye removed. The eye removal and other vetting could not be done until after the infection cleared. Finally, everything was completed on January 23, 2025— vaccines, neuter, and eye removal.

We were happy to help this very sweet kitten who was 12 weeks old when she was rescued and now at almost 25 weeks old, Bumper is living a very happy life with her new family of humans and pets. – diana https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

Thank You to Our Generous Donors (Wolfie and Beryl)

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3/4/25 – I would like to sincerely thank our generous donors who helped us in achieving our $2,500 match campaign – and I would especially like to thank our long time supporter who made it happen.

Here are 2 kittens, “Wolfie and Beryl” that were found outside. We are covering the vetting to give them a starting chance.. They need a forever home. If you are interested in this sweet pair please email Lisa. Email- e.s.palazzolo@gmail.com.

Gina

Myron was Found Injured in Grosse Pointe Woods

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3/1/25 A kind woman found this sweet kitty outside limping in Grosse Pointe Woods. She reached out to us to see if we could help get him checked out because he appeared injured. We made arrangements right away to have him seen by a doctor at Moore Veterinary Hospital. They took x rays and checked for feline leukemia and FIV.

Unfortunately, there is a fracture and dislocated bones in his hock. We dispensed pain meds and the rescuer will keep him inside until a decision can be made for the next steps.

Myron is so very sweet.. Gina https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

Moo Cow Injury

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2/26/25. A few weeks ago a nice woman contacted us about a stray cat with an injury to the side of his face where a large part of his skin was missing.. She said he’d been roaming the neighborhood for a while and after noticing he was injured he disappeared for a few days. We offered to cover his medical care if she could secure him and give him a chance to heal. He was trapped and taken to one of our favorite vets Five Mile Animal Hospital where they took wonderful care of him. The rescuer, Gwyn, was so grateful that we were able to help. Moo Cow will now have a chance to be off the streets and in a warm loving home.

Only a few more days for our Valentine’s Day match where your donations are doubled up until Feb 28th.

Thank you for your 4 Paws 1 Heart support. https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

Oscar Was Found Sick and Injured

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2/25/25. Oscar was found injured and sick. His rescuer covered getting the initial vetting taken care of and asked if we would help with the dental and extractions. We set Oscar up with an exam appointment and the doctor definitely thinks there will need to be some teeth pulled. You can see the canine on the bottom is sticking out forward. Dental and anesthesia is scheduled for next week.

He is a sweet boy who will be in need of a forever home. Gina https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

Rest In Peace Oliver

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2/23/25 – A compassionate group of neighbors in Saint Clair Shores came together to rescue and secure an injured stray cat they named Oliver. It took months of hope, frustration, failed attempts, and an abundance of emotions but then it happened and Oliver was trapped successfully! We were on standby and had already approved him being seen by a local vet for his injuries. The appointment was scheduled for Feb 13th. The neighbors came up with a plan of action for his transport to the hospital and the goal was to get Oliver checked out and eventually adopted.

He was taken to his appointment, but he never made it home. Oliver required sedation in order to be fully examined, and he died during recovery. There may have been an underlying health issue that no one could possibly have been aware of. These people who did not even know each other worked so hard to rescue and bring Oliver to safety. They all had the same goal in mind, which was to plan a future where he would no longer live on the street or suffer.

Although his fate ended in tragedy his life mattered and I felt his rescue mission should be recognized. When his lifeless body was brought back into the exam room, these kind hearted individuals said a prayer over him before leaving without him.

Rest in peace Oliver Gina https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

5 Kittens

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2/21/25 – These 5 kittens were spayed and neutered this week with the help of 4 paws 1 heart. If you are interested in more information about these adorable babies please contact, Kittens in the Mitten Rescue organization. We still have our donation match happening until Feb 28th. All donations are doubled.

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!!

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/