6/14/23 – His foster mom, Courtney, from Orion Animal Hospital, along with the hospital staff has been giving him much love and care while 4 Paws 1 Heart took care of all of his medical needs which included heart worm treatment, vaccines, neuter after his recovery, and teeth extractions Praying this boy can find just the right loving home! – diana

Koa is officially ready for adoption Many of you may have met our foster dog, Koa. He is often found behind the front desk greeting our clients and handing out kisses to our staff. Koa was found on the side of the freeway in Detroit, back in December. He was very malnourished, heartworm positive, had a bone infection, bad teeth and skin infection. After many months of love and care by our staff and 4 Paws 1 Heart, Koa is ready for his forever Family Feel free to share this post and help our Couch Hippo find his forever Family. If interested in meeting Koa, please click on the link below and fill out an application – Orion Animal Hospital

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6/13/23 – Last week I was contacted about a very sweet and obviously neglected dog, who the finder named Cinnamon. Her finder, Anthony, told me how he had been taking his grandmother to therapy at a medical center in downtown Detroit and each time would see this poor little dog on the service drive of I-75; just wandering. Eventually, grandma and grandson would take her for a walk through the various neighborhoods before going home, hoping someone would recognize her and know an owner. But, after 3 weeks, that didn’t happen. They contacted Animal Control who said they couldn’t help. So, grandma decided to take her into her home. Cinnamon was taken to a groomer and there she was found with two, maybe three hernias. By this time, grandma and Cinnamon had grown very attached to each other; she turned out to be a great little companion. So, Anthony reached out to us for help. We don’t know exactly what will be the outcome and cost, but we couldn’t say no. Cinnamon will be seen by one of our favorite doctors at Patterson Veterinary Hospital in Clinton Twp. and I’ll be hearing from the doctor as to next steps. Please pray for this sweet girl. We don’t know her age and I don’t even know if she’s been spayed, but we will do whatever we can to give her and grandma a happy life together. More to follow. – diana

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6/12/23 – It all started when a kitten ran in front of Elizabeth’s car. In that she has trapped and TNR’d many of the stray cats in her neighborhood, Elizabeth got out of her car and was able to follow the kitten who led her to two siblings and a mom (Sweetie). The kittens were about 3 months old. The mom, Sweetie, was friendly and when Elizabeth picked her up, she noticed that Sweetie appeared to be lactating. She returned to the original location and found 3 1-2 week year old kittens. Elizabeth was able to get help for the 3 month olds from the Oakland County Animal and Adoption Center but not Sweetie and the newborns. That is when she contacted us. We were prepared to help the entire family but the first to be seen was the kitten named Blueberry who appeared to have an Upper Respiratory Infection. Blueberry was taken to Orion Animal Hospital and treated. Everyone else was going to be taken to All About Animals when mom was finished nursing and the babies were ready. Since that time, Blueberry recovered nicely and Oakland County agreed to take on the remaining medical needs including adoption while Elizabeth continues to foster everyone. It takes a Village and we are so very fortunate to be a part of that Village. – diana

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6/12/23 – Stripes was rescued after he was posted for free on a social media site. His rescuer, Aimee, was concerned that he would be used as bait for dog fighting — unfortunately a common fate for ‘free’ animals. Stripes will be vaccinated, neutered, and tested. He will be available for adoption at the Kitty Room at the Pet Supplies Plus store at 13 Mile and Harper. Or, you can contact Aimee at: [email protected] – diana

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6/11/23 – Update on our sweet Muffins. A huge thank you to our Board member and co-founder, Gina DeLuca Jenio and her husband, Dave, for the love and care they’ve given to Muffins—not to mention the many road trips to medical facilities taken to find the doctor who could change this baby’s life. – diana

Muffins’ update, Yesterday was her 2nd nasal flush since the stent placement surgery on May 23rd. So far, the doctor is very pleased with her healing which is going amazing! This little girl is incredible to everyone she meets. It’s miracles like Muffins’ that bring purpose and balance to my life.. – Gina

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6/10/23 – Many of our friends have been anxiously awaiting this and here it is — Our Annual Golf Outing has been scheduled for September 16, 2023. It will be held at a great course, Marsh Oaks, and we’re hoping to once again, fill the course. We will be looking for golfers, teams, and sponsors. If you have any questions, contact me at: [email protected]

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6/9/23 – The only non-cat/dog ever helped by 4 Paws 1 Heart. I was contacted by the Warren animal control officer about a ‘pygmy’ goat dying in a Warren pet store. An employee of the store contacted the officer. I approved the medical and the goat was taken to Krause Veterinary which was familiar with ‘farm’ animals. It turned out that this little guy had a urinary blockage and was close to dying. Surgery was performed and later, a doctor from another veterinary clinic took the little goat into her farm. The last time i talked with the doctor this little guy was doing well but he was actually not a pygmy goat as advertised by the abusive store owner. Also, it wasn’t long after when the City and Macomb were able to raid the store, shut it down, and charge the store owner with neglect and abuse of many animals and birds

It truly takes a Village! – diana

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6/9/23 – Some 140 friends, who came to our bowling fundraiser, were able to meet our Canine Mascot, Hercules. Hercules was there with his mom and dad and two fur siblings. God was with us the day Gina met Dr. Kern who took an interest in this sweet puppy who had been abused by his owner. Hard to believe this was 11 years ago. Seems like only yesterday when Gina and I would take Hercules to Bark-A-Bout for therapy with our now Board member, Lori Jobak. – diana

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Here’s another video taken by my niece of Hercules during his first hydro-therapy session. Enjoy!