1/7/24 – Our hearts break to inform you that little Luna II crossed the Rainbow Bridge last night. She was born a little over two days ago and we all thought she was on the road to recovery. She was very small when born and it turned out that she had a sibling, not totally formed, still in her mom (see 1/5/24 post). Both were taken to the vet but last night Luna II was taken to the emergency hospital in that she was gasping for air. Unfortunately, the doctor advised that her levels were very low and recommended humane euthanasia. Luna II’s rescuer agreed to end her suffering. We wish God’s blessings on every person who doesn’t turn their back on an animal in need. Yvonne is that person and we will go on to make sure Mama Luna is healthy and we will also do what we can to help many strays who are living behind Yvonne’s property, including one current stray who recently showed up in her yard.- diana
1/6/24 – We were thankful to be able to help Kobe yesterday with his last heart worm treatment. Kobe was left behind after his owner moved out. When he was rescued, he was tired, hungry, and lying under a bush at the house where he used to live. Neighbors recognized him and told Make a Difference Rescue the family had moved about two weeks prior and, obviously, left him behind. After a good meal the rescue took Kobe to get examined. He had hook worms, whip worms, and was heart worm positive. He is is less than two years old and has been forced to live a horrific life. Kobe’s journey to a better, healthier life began when he was rescued in August, 2023 by an amazing rescue organization and when they contacted 4 paws 1 heart for medical assistance. You can follow Kobe’s journey on our website or the facebook page of Make a Difference Rescue. Kobe will be ready for a permanent, loving home in about 40 days. Never forget that saving the lives of innocent animals who have been let down by humans cannot be done in a vacuum — it truly takes a village. – diana
1/5/24 – Yesterday we received a call regarding a cat, Luna, which was rescued from the finder’s yard 2 weeks ago. 2 hours before we were contacted, Luna had a kitten. The finder, Yvonne, was inexperienced (like I am) with animal births and was concerned that Luna might have more than one kitten in the birth canal. She was also concerned because the kitten didn’t seem to be getting enough nourishment. I contacted a friends who gave some immediate advice and I contacted the emergency hospital and spoke to the doctor. Because the mom and baby didn’t seem to be in distress and the mom was eating and drinking, it was decided to wait until morning to have both mom and baby seen at the animal hospital. That was done this morning. X-rays were done and a not fully formed kitten was seen. The doctor was able to induce labor and treat the mom. The baby was seen and fed. I spoke with Yvonne later and our friend, Deb, who has been helping out at our request. Deb, bought special ‘premy’ nipples and Yvonne purchased some other supplies and everyone is doing good at this time. Deb was able to get the baby to eat a good deal of formula through the bottle. Yvonne is hoping to keep Luna and we will cover her snap test, vaccines and spay when appropriate; we will do the same for the baby. The baby may be up for adoption when old enough. Another crazy day in the life of those who care. – diana
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1/4/24 – On December 21, 2023 we posted about Pretty Girl and Tom Tom. They were found at an abandoned house and a kind man was trying to help with food and shelter. Tom Tom was severely matted and both had upper respiratory infections. After being treated for their infections, yesterday, they were tested, vaccinated, and spayed/neutered at Orion Animal Hospital. The matts were also shaved (as you can see by the updated photos. Unfortunately, their medical is not done. Both will need dental work and that has now been approved.
Hopefully, these babies will prove to be adoptable when all is done. Thank you to our many supporters for helping us make a difference. – diana
1/4/24 – RIP Daisy. The following is from our Board Member, Denise:
Thank you so much for helping with Daisy’s cremation. Brandon said that Orion Animal Hospital was amazing–even giving them a keepsake with her fur in it.
Daisy (named by her rescuers) was found on Wednesday evening covered in snow & ice, near frozen, under a box truck. He was rescued by Brandon & Kaytee Dwyer. They contacted me Wednesday night and I gave instructions on how to warm and administer fluids and food. After speaking with Diana and Brandon a second time it was decided Daisy was perking up a bit and was even taking food. I was to call Orion Animal Hospital in the morning for an appointment but despite doing better Daisy didn’t make it until her appointment.
Daisy was extremely tiny, skin and bones. Missing all but one tooth and was eartipped. We will never know if she was truly friendly or feral but what we do know is that she was warm, safe and knew love in her final hours instead of dying all alone on the street frozen. Thank you Brandon, Kaytee and 4 Paws 1 Heart for loving Daisy.
Our hearts break when we can’t save them all. Prayers for the many animals on our streets, especially with the oncoming winter temperatures. And, may God bless those who never turn their backs on an animal in need.- diana
1/3/24 – Pulled from a cold garage in mid October, 2023. Pepper was said to have had 3 litters in her short life. The babies appeared to be underweight and still nursing when they were rescued. We were happy to help everyone eventually get spayed, vaccinated as well as Pepper tested. Hopefully, Pepper was able to be socialized so that she could be adopted into a home; the rescuer was to find homes for the sweet babies. – diana
1/3/24 – Gracy, just a kitten, was left behind by their owners and rescued by Larry B. Larry asked for our assistance in getting her tested, vaccinated, and spayed. This was in late September. The appointment was delayed a bit for Gracy but she finally was seen at one of our partner veterinary clinics. She was vaccinated and spayed but was found positive for FeLV. Although, Larry had kept her separated from his cat, Rocky, he was concerned that Rocky may have contracted the disease. We offered to cover that testing also. Thankfully, Rocky was found negative for FIV and FeLV and was vaccinated. Larry will continue to give Gracy a home with love and care. – diana
1/2/24 – Nacho was born in a backyard in Shelby Township, one of many kittens born this year. Most have found loving homes and the remaining kittens and adults have been TNR’d. He was trapped at about 6 months and we didn’t know if he could be socialized, however, he showed promise and has been doing great with his caretaker. Cooper was one of many kittens that ended up with the Sterling Heights animal control this year. He was at risk of being euthanized, but his rescuer saved him from that fate. He has a home waiting for him after his neuter. Both Nacho and Cooper will be seen at Comfort’s Place this week to be tested, vaccinated, and neutered. – diana
1/1/24 – Wishing all of our friends a year filled with much love, laughter, and good health. Here is another happy reminder of the magic of our Village:
Hello everybody, and Happy Almost New Year!!!
It’s my turn to tell you why 4 Paws 1 Heartis so near and dear to my heart.
It was the polar vortex of 2019, you guys remember that? It was horrible! Somehow my sweet self was all alone outside at night and I got hit by a car and dragged myself up onto somebody lawn. I laid and laid there covered in snow, in pain, soooo cold and frozen to the ground . The humans of that yard found me and were able to free me from my frozen torture and took me to the nearest animal control. In the morning when the very kind animal control officer came in and saw the condition I was in, she rushed me to the emergency vet. I couldn’t see, hear or move when I got there. My pelvis was fractured in two places and my teeth were rotting, I was so scared. The blindness and deafness were temporary and likely caused by shock and the extreme subzero temps. That wonderful ACO contacted Chances mom and she contacted Auntie Di at 4 Paws 1 Heart. The remaining emergency bill was paid and I was stable enough to be transfered to Dr. Zs. My family picked me up at Emergency and promised everything would be OK. Afyer 2 days at Dr. Zs I was able to move around with all the amazing medical care I recieved there. It was determined I was 12yrs old approximately and besides my fractures which would eventually heal on their own I very badly needed a dental which I soon recieved.
It took me a couple years to really come out of my shell from my trauma. But now I’m going to be 17yrs old! I’m happy, playful, and very much loved by Chance, the Gang, my family and 4 Paws 1 Heart. Becuse of the generosity of many kind donors and the swift thinking of my finders and one very amazing Animal Control Officer I survived a horrible experience to become a very loved, happy healthy furbaby.
Please donate so another animal in need can get the medical care and love they need and deserve. Thankyou, sweet dreams and….
