1/22/16 – She was stuffed in a carrier half the size of what she needed. She was put out at the curb during a rain storm like garbage. We have no idea how long this sweetheart was there at the curb or kept in that carrier but a kind woman in a u-haul, on her way to another State, noticed her and brought her to the Emergency. She was kept somewhere, long enough, without food, that she felt the need to eat the items in the carrier. After being rescued, emaciated and wet, she had emergency surgery where much fabric and other articles were found. I have literally never seen an animal so broken and despondent. I couldn’t help but cry and pray that we could some how make her whole again. Her eyes were so vacant and her spine was curved because of too many days in a small carrier. With 4 Paws 1 Heart $, the professional staff at the Animal Urgent and Critical Care Center, Gina’s love, and the care and training provided by our good friend, Carrie, of Lil’ Dogs Resort, I again present to you, Katniss Everdeen — forever loved. Happy Friday morning! This is how your donations make miracles happen ~ diana
Category Archives: Dogs/Puppies
Oscar – A Senior Who Was Rescued from a Dangerous Situation
1/23/18 – Oscar is a senior beagle who fell into very dangerous hands. He was rescued before this could happen by the Make A Difference Animal Rescue and 4 Paws 1 Heart was happy to provide medical treatment. Anyone interested in this sweet boy should contact Make a Difference. ~ diana
Courtney – Looking Back at the Dog Who Was Dumped After She Chewed Off Her Paw
1/22/18 – Check Out Courtney’s story on our website 4paws1heart.org.Courtney is doing great today and is the best friend of a young man with learning disabilities. ~ diana
An animal rescue group is caring for a dog that apparently chewed its own leg off and was found chained to the back of a Walmart store in Roseville this past Sunday. – Mitch Hotts
http://www.macombdaily.com/…/dog-that-chewed-leg-to-escape-…
Buddy – Rescued in 2017 is now Mr. February, 2018
1/22/18 – Buddy is Mr. February in the 4 Paws 1 Heart 2018 Calendar. ~ diana
1/20/17 – This handsome guy was found wandering the streets. We were contacted by a rescue friend who asked if we could help the nice couple who found him. Ofcourse, we did and Buddy was taken to the veterinary to be scanned for a microchip, vaccinated and scheduled for neutering. Although very sweet and obviously welcoming human contact and love, no microchip could be found. Buddy has found his forever home with this loving couple known by our rescue friend and we are so happy we could help in their endeavor to give Buddy a second chance at life. ~ diana
Damian – A Skin Allergy and Ear Infection Almost Resulted in Him Going to a High-Kill Shelter
1/19/18 – Meet Damian. He was taken to the veterinary clinic to be euthanized because his ears kept getting infected. He is only two years old. The caring veterinarian refused to do that and asked the owners to surrender Damian to the hospital; which they did. The doctor determined that Damian has a food allergy and can only eat kangaroo based food, which is quite expensive. The doctor placed tubes in Damian’s ears with medication and he has not had an ear ache since. Damian is now in foster and if you are interested, please check out the Make A Difference Animal Rescue website. Prayers that this sweet boy finds his forever loving home. ~ diana
Annie – Update on the Baby Who Came to Us at 4 Days Old
1/18/18 – 
Update on my little orphan baby.. She is doing well and getting stronger every day. Feedings are every 3 hours around the clock and although I’m tired I look at her and it’s so worth it. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers while she is on this journey..
If you have name ideas please feel free to post them. She is a female, Chihuahua, one week old today, and less than 1/2 pound. Tiny precious baby..
♡ Gina
Melly – Almost Dumped at a Shelter
1/17/18 – Melly’s owner, an 18 year old who left for Florida, was going to dump him on the streets or in a shelter; instead he surrendered this sweetheart to Paws With a Mission who then contacted us for some medical assistance. We were happy to assist with Melly’s neuter, vaccines, and heart worm test. Anyone interested should contact Paws With a Mission. ~ diana
Annie – Four Days Old and Overlooked by Her Owners
1/15/18 – 
Meet my new orphan puppy. Female Chihuahua, weighing 5 ounces and only 4 days old. Five puppies were born and the mom wanted nothing to do with them. Unfortunately, this is not uncommon and many puppies don’t survive. This last puppy was given a chance just before it was too late. She was surrendered over to 4 paws 1 heart.. I immediately began tube feeding her and she is doing well. I will be caring for her around the clock and I’ll post updates.♡ Gina
Friggles – Burned by Flea Medication
Clarification – friggles was treated as a very young puppy with flea medication. His story is on our website: 4paws1heart.org
1/15/18 – Friggles Update – Although looking much better, the wound along his shoulders continues to break open because of his activity. This has been going on since October, 2017. 4 Paws 1 Heart has continued to help Friggles fully recover. Please be careful as to what you use on your pets. ~ diana
Baby – She Was Found Running the Streets; No Owner Could Be Found
1/12/18 – This is Baby. Someone called Erica (an independent rescuer we have worked with in the past) weeks ago about a stray purple poodle running 7 mile in Detroit. Erica picked her up, and got her cleaned up. Baby appeared rather healthy and cared for. Due to the purple paws, she felt that she had a home somewhere. Erica tried really hard to find her owners but no one was found. She was loved at one point before becoming displaced. Recently she began wobbling/shaking a bit and she appeared to have a skin issue. Erica is committed to this girl as far as fostering her. She is approximately 6 years old. 4 Paws 1 Heart has committed to helping Baby and she was recently treated at the vet and spayed. We are hoping that an imbalance in her glucose levels may have caused the wobbling. Anyone interested in Baby should contact Erica at: [email protected] ~ diana