Growing Up CHONK

08/13/2024

Sharing again bc it resonated with me fully!!
Three words of advice for reaching out to animal rescuers: ASSUME THE BEST.

Assume that if you’re reaching out to someone who does animal rescue, you’re reaching out to someone who has a huge heart. Assume that they care deeply about saving lives. Assume that if they don’t respond to you right away, or at all, it’s because they’re so busy helping animals. Assume that you’re the 10th, 20th, or 100th person to reach out to them today asking for help. Assume that if they can’t help you, it’s because they are already at max capacity. Assume that you do not know or see a fraction of what is on their plate. Assume that they might be exhausted. Assume that they might be grieving, or tender. Assume that they are a loving, kind person who is a source of good for the world. Assume that they are worthy of being treated with consideration and respect. Assume that they are human.

Because 9 times out of 10, if you assume these things about an animal rescuer, you will be right. So when you reach out to an animal rescuer, let your words be filled with gratitude, patience, and understanding. Don’t use your words to jab at animal rescuers for not being available enough, not doing more, not “caring,” not being able to single-handedly save the world. Treat animal rescuers with compassion, not just when they can help you, but even—and especially—when they can’t. And when they can’t, don’t assume the worst. Assume the best.

Photo by . Words by my emotionally taxed brain. 💕

07/23/2024

I woke up early, ready to take on the day! However, my sleep was subpar and I was aware of every hour passing by. Despite that, I was hopeful to feel rested today but it won't be. I rushed to get the target cat (from last week as she was caught instead of Tigger the squirrel attack cat) and successfully dropped it off at the clinic. Unfortunately, I lost my phone during the process, so no pictures were taken. Nevertheless, I retrieved it and now I need to feed everyone. On a positive note, the sun is shining!☀️

04/09/2024

I must be out of sync.
Target cats watching my cat. 🙄

03/01/2024

Pregnant cats are appearing everywhere! Please TNR mom cat NOW, it's the kindest act you can do for her.

11/06/2023

While at the Ohio Initiative conference on Saturday. This resignated most to me.
It seems the way we are doing things isn’t working.😕

07/27/2023

I have to appreciate Peace, Love & Paws Rescue & The City of Massillon-City Hall for stepping up to help these two young cats… I’m sorry kittens.
They were recently trapped vetted and secured into rescue
This one really hits home.
They are so young one weighs 2.4 pounds the other 3.2 pounds and the 2.4 pound KITTEN was pregnant. Not even barely 4 months old.
Living amongst tons of other community cats not vetted sick.
Can’t we as a society do better then this?
I just can’t accept this on my mind 😞

04/23/2023

The city has recognized my efforts of TNR in Massillon OH
I pray things will catch on in other cities!
I’m not about promoting myself. But if it helps the cats. I will show up! ❤️

04/16/2023

This beautiful trio went to their new inside home. A barn with heat! I wish I could do more. Each was very friendly. But with adoptions slowing down bc of kitten season the adults I have wait longer. At least this group will be off the streets, sheltered and fed.

04/07/2023

Handsome Petey taking a nap in the warm clothes.
Available!

04/07/2023

Trapping again this week. Not the best at getting picture when I’m working. 3 black. 1 solid gray.
Better days ahead beautiful!

03/27/2023

This is where I’m at!

03/26/2023

Two boys returned to their caretaker yesterday. Thankfully they have one but sadly neighbors aren’t appreciative of cats in their neighborhood.
I don’t feel entirely unsocial either. Just sentenced to live outside.🙁

03/18/2023

03/15/2023

Petey & Poppy have decided they like each other!
Which is so huge for Poppy!
She’s selective on her human and animal friends. Which makes me love her so much!

03/15/2023

Petey is doing so good! He’s the kitty that was dumped in the local park when it was bitter cold out
He is so playful and young! Looking for his FOREVER home!!

02/26/2023

Sweet Tiny Tim. Has went to his forever home.
I will miss cuddling with you every night Tim. You were always there. In your safe place. I will miss you forever Angel boy. ❤️

02/19/2023

If you want to see fewer cats in your community, please spay or neuter even just one. Every cat that is spayed or neutered saves hundreds of lives in the way of fewer kittens being born. This is a problem we can solve together.

02/19/2023

Shadow/Petey/Bucky
Is enjoying the birds
He is the kitty dumped at the local park when freezing outside

02/12/2023

Starting to explore

02/09/2023

Picked up this dumped boy Friday night at a local park.
It was bitter cold out and pitch dark. Only two cars in the entire park. Mine and the gentleman who walked his dog everyday and saw the kitty had recently showed up. He’s off to clinic for better days ahead

02/07/2023

Tiny Tim went back to the vet to be snap tested (negative!) and have his wound treated
He also received an antibiotic shot and a steroid injection.
We think he is allergic to chicken
Which is causing his skin problem and soft stool!
I’m so happy he will have a better life now!

01/22/2023

ADOPTED!

Beautiful Lilly will also be looking for her home.
She’s a very seeet girl who is really coming into her own. Such a joy to watch play

01/22/2023

Sorry we’ve been missing from the page.
So much going on personally. I’ve been caring for my mom - moved in with her 14 months ago and she passed away last week
She was a wonderful mother who will be missed so much. I have been blessed to have this extra time with her and the cats and I have been so appreciative of her opening her home to all of us. A lady who only owned dogs sure came around to love a cat. (Some pics in comments) ❤️

01/22/2023

Tiny Tim is headed back to the vet this week
He is such a seeet boy just so appreciative of love.
Will sit and stare into your eyes for hours
He has a skin issue I would like looked at but should be available for adoption after! ❤️

01/07/2023

Starting the year off with a trip to the vet. Chronic diaherra is on in going battle
He’s the sweetest kitty who needs a home if we can just fix his problem. Healing vibes please 💜

01/01/2023

Wishing all a HAPPY NEW YEAR 🥳and may your year be filled with love, gratitude and peace.
With more homes for the lost and unwanted.💕