1/28/16 – Meet Memphis and Belle. These two beauties were rescued by Amber S. and now they are in their forever homes. We are always so happy when we can help in the permanent placement of these abandoned babies by providing their medical care. Thank You, Amber S. ~ diana
Tighe and Tango – Rescued from the Cold
1/27/16 – Meet Tighe and Tango — two more beauties taken off of the streets; never to be abused, hungry or cold. Thank you to Drew and Michelle for rescuing them and contacting us. They will be spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and treated for any other conditions they may have. Drew and Michelle will take good care of them and get them ready for adoption. Again, I so much admire the many caring people who open their hearts and homes to the abandoned and stray. ~ diana
Sommerset (aka Sophia) – Update
1/25/16 – Good Morning Happy Update – Remember little Sommerset. It was early September when she was found under a bush at 3 weeks old and brought to Gina at the emergency hospital. Shortly after being rescued, her skin started blistering and falling off. She was eventually taken to Michigan State University where she had surgery. Once again, the love and care of the staff at the Animal Urgent and Critical Care Center and the skilled staff at MSU saved her life (not to mention the kindness of the rescuer). A big thanks, also, to our great friends, Venus and Jeff, who later took in Sommerset and adopted her. Here she is when she was rescued and the other day on her way for a check-up at MSU. Isn’t she beautiful? ~ diana
P.S. Her name is now Sophia
Peanut – From Death’s Door to a Life of Love and Luxury
1/24/16 – Another feel good ‘before and after’ story for this chilly Sunday morning. This is Peanut. Many of you will remember his story but I know that animal lovers never get tired of hearing happy updates. Peanut goes back to 2010 shortly after we started 4 Paws 1 Heart. A man came into the emergency and told Gina that he found this lifeless little body in the corner of a room at a relative’s house. He, at first, thought it was a towel or rag that someone had thrown on the floor; then he realized that the ‘rag’ was a dog. He asked his relatives about the animal and they told him that they no longer wanted the dog. That’s when he took action and brought him to the emergency hospital.
That night, he became one of our first 4p1h babies. He went through a lot in those early days. He couldn’t even lift his head to eat but with Gina’s love and the professional care from the staff, he began to put on weight. After a number of months, he was ready to be adopted. Luckily, a wonderful, caring woman fell in love with Peanut and adopted him. Today he spends his summers on a lake and his winters in Florida. He goes for boat rides and is just loving life. Peanut’s mom just posted this photo of him wearing his new sweater because it’s been a little chilly down there. Once again, your donations make miracles happen! ~ diana
The Shih Tzu Five – Dolly, Skeeter, Fritz, Tulip, and Bruno
1/23/16 – 
All 5 puppies are just about ready to be adopted. They get their first vaccine this week and then I’ll finalize some adoptions. This is NOT an easy decision, but everything should work out. We have been getting applications since Dec 19th. I’m going to miss them and I couldn’t have done this without the help of Amanda Morris and Carrie Krausmann. Puppies are a full time job for sure, and as much as I love the fact we could save them, I have no intention of doing this again for a LONG time. ♡ Gina
Tina – Found in the Middle of a Dark, Country Road
1/23/16 – Meet Tina. Here is the message I received just seven days ago:
“I have found a black cat in the middle of the road in the country. She was short of begging to be run over. I have taken her in, fed her, and bathed her. She’s extremely malnourished and emaciated. She seems to have an Infection in her gums where one of her canines were removed. She is declawed in the front. Both eyes have infections. She is sneezing and has raspy breathing. Please help. Please! Thank you. ~ Katie”
Of course, we immediately contacted Katie who quickly acted and got Tina into a vet. Unfortunately, there was no microchip or other identification. Tina was examined and has been given antibiotics for her infections. She is doing very well. Here she is when she was found, just 1 week ago, and now. Thank You to Katie for saving this baby who would have surely been run over. ~ diana
Katniss Everdeen and Her Wonderful Life (Before and After)
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
Butch (aka Jax) – Finds His Forever Home
1/21/16 – Jax formerly known as Butch, has been adopted into his forever home. Here he is with his new wonderful mom, Kari. ♡
Butch came to us 2 weeks ago with a fractured leg which required bone plates and screws. Dr.Graves paid $700 out of her own pocket to help with surgery and we covered $630. Tell me that isn’t a doctor who cares! We are lucky to have her and this puppy wouldn’t be here today if not for her and the emergency staff that evening. He is in a MUCH better place and he will never fear or be in pain again! ~ Gina
Fluffy – Alone on the Streets; Now in a Warm Home Hoping to be Adopted
1/21/16 – We are so happy to hear from the many Good Samaritans who don’t turn their back on the homeless. We fund the medical treatment and they provide shelter and forever homes — the perfect partnership. Here is a message from our 4p1h friend, Kathy Bl., who, since she sent me this message, has captured two more cats from the bitter cold and 4p1h paid for the medical treatment. This is Bootsie and Fluffy. It truly takes a village to make a difference! ~ diana
“Diana, I just want to thank you and your Team and the Partners that take care of the needs of all our loving furry friends.
I have never been more excited to help rescue and make a difference in our fur babies lives!! Cutie was the first kitten I rescued and she is happy and healthy in a home where she is treated like a princess. Bootsie is the second rescue and she’s very gentle and loving. She will be living with me and my family. I’m making great progress socializing her. The third rescue I call Fluffy and we will try to socialize her as well after she has been spayed. Fingers crossed that she can also have a furever home!!
Thank 
you again
Kathy”
Christian Grey – He Swallowed a Screw and Battled Toxicity
1/21/16 – Christian Grey Update.
This handsome fella, about 4 months old, came to us last week. He couldn’t breathe, there was a screw in his stomach, and he was in critical condition. We offered to take over his medical care so that he could have the chance to live. Now, he is doing so good! The doctor that saved his life took him home for the day to hang out and get him out of the hospital. Here is her cousin Emily giving Christian all kinds of love during the car ride home. We are looking for a rescue to take him in and find his forever home. For more information please contact me at [email protected]