7/18/19 – This is Peggy. A very kind woman who does independent rescue contacted me about a stray pregnant cat who she had been trying to catch while still pregnant. Unfortunately, that didn’t happen and Peggy, just a little one herself, had her kittens but the rescuer couldn’t find them. After giving birth, Peggy became more trusting but the babies still could not be found. The following day when the rescuer went to feed her in an abandoned backyard, she heard crying from an abandoned garage. Lo and behold, there was Peggy with a right rear leg, broken and dangling. The rescuer immediately took Peggy into her home but continued to worry about the kittens because she still hadn’t found them. Peggy was taken to a veterinary where it was determined that her leg would need to be amputated. In the mean time, the search continued for the babies. These two little guys were finally found, having spent four days away from their mom and Mama Peggy had her leg amputated with the funds from 4 Paws 1 Heart. The story doesn’t end there because 4 Paws 1 Heart will also take care of her spay and vaccines as well as the medical needs for her babies when they are old enough. – Diana
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Hannah and Jackson – Congratulations as You Go to Your Furever Home
Boat Babies update. Hannah and Jackson have been officially adopted into the bestest home ever!!! They are loving their new home and their other 2 older siblings are watching them carefully. I think they will all be snuggling in no time! Thank youRobert Katoch and lovely wife Sharon for opening their heart and home to them….and thank you for the generous donation to 4 Paws 1 Heart so we can help more abandoned and abused animals that need medical treatment. Thankfully the boat babies have only known love and care and always will.
NOW -it’s time for Ellie and Sallie to find their perfect home. Who needs some wild and silly kittens in their life??? Contact me…… stay tuned for a Sallie and Ellie post!
Raglan – RIP – Found With a Severe Upper Respiratory Infection
7/17/19 – RIP Raglan. On Monday we received a call from a rescuer we have helped before. A kitten, weighing only 13.9 oz., showed up in her colony appearing very weak. She brought the kitten into her home and reported that she could hardly get her to eat and thought she might have an upper respiratory infection. We got her into a vet almost immediately and Raglan was given antibiotics and sent home with a scheduled follow up visit. She seemed to be doing better but last night she passed away. Once again, we find some comfort in knowing that she received lots of love in those very short hours she was in a home.
Winky – Rescued Having a Very Severe Upper Respiratory Infection
7/17/19 – Winky appeared to be abandoned by her mother. Fortunately, a very kind woman found her and brought her into her home. Winky’s eye appeared very infected so she was taken to a vet. The vet determined that Winky’s eye needed to be removed. During surgery, the doctor found the eye had multiple blisters and was badly infected and damaged. The good news is that the surgery was successful. Winky now has a loving home with a loving mom and she is in her forever home pain free. Her rescuer, Kelly, said that Winky must have been in a lot of pain because she is a “different cat” after the surgery. Much thanks to Rakestraw Veterinary for always helping us with these cases. And even more thanks to the rescuer! ~ diana
Jax, Opie, and Clay – Just Babies, Found on the Street, With Severe Upper Respiratory Infections
7/16/19 – After being rescued from the streetsin early July, Jax, Opie, and Clay went to our friend, Patricia. Jax weighed in at 9 ounces. They all had very severe eye and upper respiratory infection issues.. Opie’s left eye is going to be scarred, but ok. And Clay has his right eye that is scarred but ok. Now all are over 1 lb 5 ounces. They are now with our friend Debbie and 4 Paws 1 Heart has committed to their medical needs. ~ diana
Thor – Found on the Street With a Urinary Blockage
Thor – Last Wednesday I received an e mail about a cat found on the street who appeared to be injured. The rescuer said that he wasn’t eating/drinking, barely moving, and was breathing slowly. We immediately got him into Advanced Animal Emergency and later in the evening I was advised that Thor had a urinary blockage. Treatment began and on the 4th night, Thor was picked up by his rescuer and taken home. While being observed in the hospital, the doctors also thought that Thor might have neurological issues because of his inability to stand at times. It is unknown if the issue was a result of the blockage or whether the condition was from birth or some other trauma. Nonetheless, as of last night, Thor was walking around and appeared to be doing good. The rescuer has committed to giving Thor a furever home and providing the appropriate food to help avoid future blockage. Paws crossed that Thor can remain healthy and blockage free. Thor would have suffered a horrible death had he not been rescued by Connie and her family. ~ diana
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Spot (aka Manny) – Rescued Before Being Taken to a Shelter — Flea Infested and Emaciated
7/16/19 – Spot (aka Manny) 
was ‘dumped’ with some people who could not care for her on a permanent basis. Before they could take her to a shelter, a friend of 4p1h took him in to try and find a forever home for him. Yesterday he was taken to the vet and although very malnourished (20 lbs. under weight), he tested negative for heart worm, but was flea infested and was treated for an ear infection. Anyone interested in this poor boy, who has been so bounced around, should contact Shayla at: [email protected] – diana
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Carla – Making Strides – Will She be Able to Walk Soon?
It seems like only yesterday when Shawn Ley, of WDIV, visited Team Chance to do a story about Chance and Carla had just been rescued. It was another Chance like-story. Carla would have been euthanasia zed because her back legs were paralyzed. But she’s a little fighter and we all believe she will walk some day like a Chance.
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CARLA: Oh my my, who’s that gorgeous girl working hard and what???? Standing??? For approximately 40 seconds you say??? Oh!!! Why its me… Carla!!! Yep, another really good appointment at Pawsitive Steps Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine!!! I’m making more progress in the last couple months then I have this whole time!!! Things are finally starting to click!!! But you know what? I’ve been going to pt since March 2017. That’s a long time, and a lot of money even though Dr. Kern very kindly works with 4 Paws 1 Heart. And when you add in all my regular vet appointments and my bladder stone surgery, shots, spay, utis I used to get, it really adds up! But now, all my hard work is finally starting to pay off. But it wouldnt happen if 4p1h hadn’t made that commitment to see me through, and without donations so they could keep that commitment. I’m a very lucky little girl, like so many others who’ve recieved their Second Chance becuse of the medical backing of 4p1h. If seeing me standing inspires you & moves you to want to help, now is the time!!! From now through the 18th your donation will be matched by a very generous human. So please, animals like me need you ❤ Its easy & tax deductible, just go to ….4paws1heart.org/donation/
Thankyou and please share!!!! Love ❤ Carla
Toto – RIP SWEET BOY — After His Owner Died He Was Going to be Taken to a Shelter;
7/14/19 – RIP Sweet Toto – I received a frantic call late last Thursday about a 14 year old dog who had a seizure and was bleeding. Nicole, the person who contacted me, had just recently rescued Toto when his owner died. The family was going to take him to a shelter. And, having a senior dog already, Nicole couldn’t stand the thought and took him in. I authorized Toto to be seen by some of our favorite doctors at Advanced Animal Emergency where he was stabilized and given medication. Later that evening Toto was released with plans to have him seen the next day. Toto had a good night but Friday morning he had another seizure. Although they were booked, our great vet partner, Patterson Veterinary, took in Toto where he received x rays and blood work. Unfortunately, it was found that Toto had numerous issues with his organs. Under the doctor’s recommendation and agreement by Nicole, Toto was peacefully humanely euthanized. To lose two seniors in one week was absolutely devastating for Nicole and we sincerely thank her for taking in Toto and giving him much love in his final days. Here is a photo when he was rescued and one just before seeing the doctor on Friday. – Diana
Buddy – Rescued With a Broken Leg
7/12/19 – This little sweetie was found limping out from under a pine tree at an abandoned house. The family contacted us to see if we could help with a vet visit to check his leg. He was seen and it was determined that he has a bone break in his leg that needs surgery. The doctor did neuter Buddy while he was under to get x rays and everyone tells me what a little sweetie he is. There was a concern as to who could do the surgery but we decided to go with Dr. Ehrman. He will have surgery today. Please say a little prayer that surgery is successful. Update to follow.
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