Zeus' Rescues

08/30/2024

It's raining outside, so we are having indoor enrichment today behind my desk. Meet Celeste, Boo and Twain. They are all up for adoption/foster and are having a blast being cage free today. To learn more about them, and all of our other pets, please head on over to zeusrescues.org.

SCRIM UPDATE: He is in the same Mid City neighborhood with this rain. We will be out again this weekend trying our best for a successful capture.

Thanks! Stay dry out there. Michelle

08/29/2024

SCRIM UPDATE! He's alive and on the move.

Yesterday, he was in the 7th Ward and Upper Gentilly. He is out and about in Mid City running from the thunder right now.

He is terrified of bad weather and at the first clap of thunder or drop of rain, he starts running. We do not try to capture him during these times as our efforts could push him into traffic. What I do during these times is log his sightings into the spreadsheet so we have a general idea of where he ends up and use that data to find him when he is not in panic mode, so please keep those sightings coming to FiveOhFour.231.7865!

When I had eyes on him yesterday, he looked like a dog that has been on the run for 4 months. His fur is dirty and matted, but there are no obvious external injuries that I could discern, but he was moving fast.

Thank you all for your continued support. Michelle

08/28/2024

Oh Mylanta.

Y'all remember that pregnant momma from the hoarding case that gave birth at the end of July the same day I asked for a foster? Well, she and her babies hit the jackpot with their foster mom, Julie. All the puppies not only survived, but are thriving thanks to Julie and the momma dog.

I feel like I can tell each of their personalities from the pictures. Felix is my spirit animal. Charlie is trouble. Rocky is the first one to ask 'you think this is a bad idea?' and then do it anyway. April will be there to tell you that you look good in those jeans and that he never deserved you anyway. Oliver always needs one more treat. Well, you get the picture. I can do this all night.

Mom is a beagle mix. Dad had to be the only male on the property. He was a tall pure bred chocolate lab. Logistically, I see that as a problem, but hey, I guess it happened.

They will be ready for homes as soon as they are fully weaned. Get your apps in now. We would like them to go straight and not hit the rescue building to keep them safe.

If you are interested, please complete the application at www.zeusrescues.org. Thanks! Michelle

(Now, I just want to get on the sofa and take a nap with Violet)

08/27/2024

Holiday foster opportunity, Ms. Mizzy update and new Scrim shirt pickup info!

MS. MIZZY:
What a difference 3 weeks makes in the life of a rescue. Much love to the amazing T-Pot (yes, the one and only T-Pot from B97) for taking Ms. Mizzy to foster spoiling her rotten. I caught up with them at Mizzy's appointment with Dr. Cody Metairie Small Animal Hospital Mizzy looks like a totally different dog! She is ready to start her heartworm treatment and then finding her forever home!

FOSTERING OPPORTUNITIES:
Speaking of fostering, we are coming up on a long holiday weekend. Our boarding facilities fill up, which means we need to move rescues at that locations to the rescue building (which is already full). If you are staying in town and want to help us out, consider taking one of the pets listed at www.zeusrescues.org home for a few days!

SCRIM UPDATE:
There have been no sightings since 11:35 Saturday night when he was outside Banks Street Bar. I am going out today to put more fliers in the Treme where we saw him last weekend. I try not to panic when I don't get a sighting for a couple of days, but it is hard not to.

SCRIM T-SHIRT PICKUPS:
ALL of the t-shirt are now at our 2520 Napoleon location for pickup. We moved them here from Francolini's to make it easier for everyone. We are waiting on the last printing of the shirts to come in to fill the remaining orders for shipping and those should go out in the next week. We also have some for sale at the Napoleon location. Stop by and pick up a foster and a t-shirt!

Michelle

08/26/2024

Dreams do come true!!!!

Meet Ruby. If any of you live in the Irish Channel, you probably know her story. She has been on the run for 2 years. No one knows where she came from, but the neighbors got together to rescue her. When Ruby proved too elusive, fast and smart to be captured, they reached out to local rescue groups. There was an trapping team out last Fall, but they were unsucessful.

Enter one of my favorite rescuers of all time, Julie Lo. Most of you don’t know of her many rescue efforts, but she is one of the very best that I have ever encountered in all my years. She has a calming presence to both humans and pets. It is amazing to watch, and I have learned so much from being on rescues with her.

Back in January, Julie was made aware of Ruby’s story and set the lofty goal of safely capturing her. She tried all the usual methods of tracking her movements, setting traps (humane and Missy), chemical capture with patience and determination.

Yesterday, Julie’s persistence paid off and she was able to safely capture Ruby. The joy and exhaustion in Julie’s voice was palpable when she called to say she got her. Julie, being Julie, ended the call with, “Scrim’s next”.

Ruby is currently at our Freret location. She had a checkup with vets Metairie Small Animal Hospital and she is doing good. At one point her right ear was ripped away from her head, but it doesn’t seem to bother her.

When I met Ruby today, I was expecting a fearful/cagey dog. To my surprise when I walked in the backyard, she was standing up hugging Rob! She was shy, but not fearful. I spent some time with her to assess her mental state. She sat close to me, and I let her smell me. I reached over and rubbed her chest. Within 10 minutes she had totally leaned up against me and relaxed. We stayed like that for a little while, I just let her decompress. It. Was. Amazing.

This gives me so much hope when I apply this to Scrim. Ruby was exhibiting the same behaviors of Lost Dog Syndrome that Scrim is right now. Within 16 hours of capture, she had returned to a domesticated dog that seeks out human touch and companionship.

Julie, you are an absolute rock star. Thank you for all that you dog and congratulations on this rescue.
Michelle

08/26/2024

It’s Sunday 8/25, 9:30pm. We are out looking for Scrim. If you are in the area pictured and see Scrim, please text us at FiveOhFour.231.7865! Thanks! Michelle

08/25/2024

Meet Bentley and last night's Scrim update with a pic!

Bentley came to us in June with his mom and siblings as a 2 month old pup and is the last one waiting for a home! He has been lucky enough to secure one of our very best fosters. They sent us these pics and write up:

"Bentley is everything friendly – kids, dogs, dogs on the other side of the fence, and all people. He’ll sleep in any position that’s comfortable for you, lick your face clean, be the most excited to see you, and dance on his hind legs to be picked up like the baby he is. When he lays on his back, he will look so much like a rotisserie chicken that you could eat him up.

He does jump a lot, which can be an issue if you have little little kids? But he’s also super smart and I know can be trained easily. He uses p*e p*e pads and things that look like p*e p*e pads (like door mats), so we’re working on potty training. He loves to play bite (which can be redirected to toys) and never mean bites, but he does gently gnaw on your fingers when he’s tired and often goes to sleep with your hand in his mouth, which is adorable. He has beautiful eyes, velvety fur, and a discerning look that makes me think he’s a deep thinker under all that puppy fluff. It’s been a joy and an exhausting blessing to have him while he waits for his forever home."

If interested in Bentley, please complete the application at www.zeusrescues.org! He would love to start his life with you today.

SCRIM: Scrim was back in his old neighborhood and out earlier yesterday. Around 8pm, he was spotted on Toulouse/City Park Ave. The team was out within minutes, but he Scrimmed and went into hiding. At around 11:30, as we were dividing up the food and water to distribute to the feeding stations, we got the attached pic. He was back on Banks, where we had all just been before moving to a parking lot to get supplies and a plan to fill the stations. We were onsite to where he was within 4 minutes and he was gone! I am encouraged that the 'cooler' temps are bringing him out earlier and leading to more sightings. One of these days, all of the stars are going to align and it is going to be the day:)
Michelle

08/24/2024

Meet Tucker. Tucker is a one of the pups we got from that hoarding situation last month and has been lucky enough to be in a foster home. They sent us these pictures and write up in the hopes of finding his perfect forever home!

Tucker has soulful green eyes, loves soft toys, especially if they make crunchy noises, and he likes to chew on soft Nyla bones. He LOVES playing with other dogs and would probably be an excellent pet for a household with active children or an active dog. He is a quick learner, he already knows sit and down and is very treat motivated.

He is learning that the crate is not a torture device and that people really do return from that place called work. The Kong with kibble in it is helping as a distraction when I leave for work. He’s too young to go on walks yet, but has been practicing wearing a harness with the leash attached and is not bothered by it. He is learning to use the bathroom on his potty pads.

He loves to play but is also a big snuggler and has a very sweet disposition.

If you are interested in Tucker, or any of the other puppies we have up for adoption right now, please complete the online application at www.zeusrescues.org. Thanks! Michelle

08/23/2024

UPDATE FRIDAY on Gina, Scrim and the cats we saved via a Scrim sighting!

Gina (the dog with the neck injury): Thanks to Dr. Cody over at Metairie Small Animal Hospital Gina is well on her road to recovery. He was able to stitch her neck back together and she is doing great. We are looking for a medical foster for her. She would be in best in a home with no other pets right now. She is the most sweet dog, but given her condition, she would rest up better if she was the only 4 legged soul in your house. Her meds are Clavamox, Rimadyl, Gabapentin which she takes well in her food. She currently about 45 pounds!

Scrim: He was seen around 7pm around St. Louis and N. Olympia. He will never cease to amaze me with his ability to move around Mid City with such ease. We will be out with the vet this weekend. There are no scheduled gridding searches, but if you see him, please text me at FiveOhFour.231.7865.

Dorgenois kittens: Thanks to Nita at Trap Dat Cat, we now have 3 of the 5 cats at the rescue facility. They are all vaccinated/spay/neutered and are ready for adoption. We also took 4 more smaller kittens from Trap Dat Cat yesterday. They need a little taming. If you are up to it, please reach out. I am hoping to tame them before we have to release them for unsocial behavior.

Thanks to everyone for your support. Here's hoping this is the weekend we safely get Scrim! Michelle

08/22/2024

Meet Tux and Torti.

Who said you need both your eyes to be whole? Tux and Torti don't. They are some of our best from our 2024 kitten season that came down with a touch of the h**p (it happens) and had to get enucleations. This hasn't slowed them one little bit. They are lucky enough to be in a foster home to learn to navigate this new world. The wonderful foster family sent us these pics and write up.

TUX
If tux had his way he wouldn’t ever leave your chest, he could sit there forever and purr while he gets pets. He is constantly looking for love and attention. He is a very clingy kitten in the best way! When I come into the house and I call for him he comes running. He loves to play with his sister and loves to run through the cat tunnels. After he plays he promptly falls asleep as close as he can to you. He loves to climb the cat tree but seems to understand that furniture is not for climbing. Tux gets along great with my 100 pound dog and my two other adult cats. He and his sister both only have one eye but that doesn’t stop them from doing anything! If you are looking for a Velcro kitten who loves to cuddle, look no further!

TORTIE
Tortie is a generous kitten who loves to play just as much as she loves to cuddle and sleep. Tortie gets along great with all dogs and currently has a large dog as a foster sister. Tortie also loves my two adult cats and tries to get their attention often. She loves to cuddle and not just with people but with other animals as well. She loves other animals and really enjoys going high in the cat tree to play. She also really enjoys a quiet evening cuddled up with her human watching A movie.

If you are interested in either or both of these one-eyed balls of chaos, please complete the application at www.zeusrescues.org. Thanks! Michelle

08/21/2024

08/21/2024

Meet Princess Peach.

I got a call yesterday afternoon from long time Zeus' Place friend, Heidi, while she was walking dogs. There was a small puppy left tied to a tree by the railroad tracks. I immediately headed out and found this incredibly sweet 10 pound puppy twisted up with a long lead, in desperate need of water.

Luckily, Heidi had some water with her and was able to drop Princess Peach's body temp by pouring it over her and letting her drink some. We gave her more water, a little at a time to rehydrate her. Giving them too much at once is usually counterproductive as they throw it up.

Once she was done drinking, we unhooked her and that's when the fun began. She was so filled with joy. She has not stopped wagging her tail and showering us with kisses since she was freed from the tree!

I am so glad that Heidi found her and that she is safe with us now. If you interested in fostering/adopting Princess Peach, please complete the application at www.zeusrescues.org. Thanks! Michelle

08/20/2024

Scrim 1, ZR +15. I got a call at 11:30a about a possible Scrim sighting. I logged it in the spreadsheet. The person called back and gave me the new location and said he went under a house. Tammy, David and I went out. Being under a house during daylight hours is really good for safe capture!

On the way there, we found that Scrim had deployed 2 of his decoys. Tammy found the first one. On my drive over, I found the 2nd (pictured). As we were checking out around the house where 'Scrim' went under to make sure he couldn't escape, these 5 friendly and hungry cats rushed up to to me. I told them to hold on and I would be right back. Tammy looked under the house and realized that the dog under there was Scrim decoy #1.

Now, what to do about the 5 cats? I didn't have a cat appropriate kennel with me. It was quite amusing to try and wrangle them. At the same time as we were wrangling hungry cats, I got a call about 7 doberman/hound puppies that needed rescue ASAP. Nita from Trap Dat Cat transported the pups to me and will be back out to TNR the 5 kittens!!! Holly from Trampled Rose got the mom (pictured) and is getting her fixed!

Fast forward to 3:15pm. The transport of the Pyr/Aussie puppies arrived!!! Since I had moved out the puppy crate from the kitten rescue attempt earlier, they got to ride free in my backseat. My backseat may never be the same.

So, thanks to Scrim today, 5 kittens are getting fixed, 7 puppies are safe (and looking for fosters and homes) and 3 puppies ran roughshod in my truck. Well played, Scrim. Well played.

If you are interested in any of the new puppies from today, please complete the application at www.zeusrescues.org.

Thanks! Michelle

08/19/2024

FOUND on Fillmore in Gentilly. He went to Metairie Small Animal Hospital for immediate medical attention and stabilization. Please call FiveOhFour.231.7865 to identify and claim. Thanks. Michelle

08/19/2024

Meet Georgie. Georgie was found in central city eating trash. After multiple tries and multiple ways, we have not been able to find an owner for Georgie, so she is now up for adoption!

Georgie is an approximately 7 month old mini husky mix (20lbs). She is great with kids, dogs of all sizes, and cats. That's the winning trifecta for dog adoptions! Georgie is a very good girl. She is leeping in crate all night long, potty’s outside (if given access and walks on leash).

As with any puppy, and especially Husky puppies, she will need activity and training. She likes to chew when bored, so doggy daycare or playdate with other dogs while you are away would be a great solution for her!.

Georgie is a very sweet pup and would be a great addition to an active home! If interested, please complete the application at www.zeusrescues.org.

SCRIM UPDATE: He is still very active, most recently seen near Whole Foods on Broad. We are still keeping the feeding stations filled with Science Diet and fresh water. We are back on our pattern of just reporting sighitngs during the week and working with the vet on weekends. Even though I don't make Scrim specific posts as often as I have over the last couple of months, please know that we have not forgotten about him or called off the efforts to safely capture him. Feel free to DM any of my accounts for an update and I'll send it over.

Thanks! Michelle

08/18/2024

FOUND: WARNING, don't scroll through pics if you are squeamish. I have blurred parts of an image, but it can be disturbing.

Meet "Gina". Gina was found today by some wonderful people out in City Park. She was wandering back and forth on Wisner by the old golf course to the parking lot, where we believe she was dumped. Her wounds lead me to believe that she had an embedded collar that someone tried unsuccessfully to remove on their own. I am going to choose to believe that instead the idea of someone trying to slit her throat and leave it at that.

Gina's injury was left untreated for so long that she has bandages grown into the rotting wound around her neck. She was overheated and in obvious pain, but allowed these wonderful woman to stay near her.

Tammy got word of a dog in need in City Park and rushed over in the rescue van to give aid and hopefully catch her. When Tammy arrived, she and Gina made fast friends and she was able to load her into the rescue van without incident and rushed her to Metairie Small Animal Hospital's main hospital.

I just got word from the wonderful vets there that she is doing OK. They shaved and cleaned the wound. The skin is thick and infected. They placed a wet to dry bandage on it and started antibiotics and pain meds. They are going to keep her hospitalized and hopefully she will be strong enough to do surgery in 2 - 3 days. They reported that she is eating and happy.

Tammy said that once she put her in the kennel in the AC, she visually relaxed. I think she knew she was rescued. That's everything. That right there is why we do what we do. Her very last bad day is in her rearview mirror. Only good things are in store for Gina.

I try not to make public some of these badly injured animals we get in our program until I know that they are going to be OK and on the road to recovery, but I wanted to post Gina today to say thank you to everyone that supports us. Thanks to your year round support, we are able to take on cases like this. Gina deserved better and thanks to you she is getting better now.

I will sleep better tonight knowing that Gina is resting comfortably and getting the long overdue medical care that she needs. Michelle
Zeus' Rescues

08/17/2024

FOUND on Holiday Drive and V***n Street. Call FiveOhFour.231.7865 to identify and claim!

08/16/2024

Meet Whoopie, our newest rescue!

08/16/2024

Meet Nox. This 6 year old fancy feline came to our program as a owner surrender back in July of 2023. As many of you know, black cats are typically the last to be adopted from a shelter. Personally, I like to think of them as baby panthers which I think makes them MORE adoptable:)

Nox was lucky enough to find his way to an awesome foster home. They recently sent us these pics and bio:

"Black cats have a reputation of being aloof, Nox never got that memo. He is a lap cat. If you are sitting he will find you, and he will sit on you. He plays very well with other cats, and his primordial pouch swings pendulously from aide to side as they chase each other through the home."

If you are interested in Nox, or any of our other available pets, head on over to www.zeusrescues.org to peruse a wonderful selection of pets that you never knew you needed.

Scrim was very active last night and was seen as recently as 6am this morning near Banks/Broad. I'll be posting an update on him later today:)

Thanks! Michelle

08/14/2024

FOSTERS NEEDED! We ware working with Take Paws, ARNO and Trampled Rose to help save this litter of 12 week old Aussie/Pyr puppies (the mom and dad are the last 2 pictures in this post).

If you are available and have an app, please email us at [email protected]. If don't already have an app, please fill out one out at www.zeusrescues.org.

We have a couple of other litters of pups in line behind these that we would like to take into our program, but can't without having somewhere to put them. Please reach out if you can help.

Thanks. Michelle

08/14/2024

Meet Nugget. This 2 year old ginger came to us via an old friend of mine from down the bayou. Nugget was living the high life outside as a Tom cat. Given his love of humans, Mary decided it was time to get him in a home. He has adjusted quite nicely to indoor living:) His foster family sent these pics and write up:

"Since Nugget arrived at his foster home, he has blossomed into a more trusting, affectionate, and playful cat. Initially cautious, he quickly warmed up to his new environment, eagerly seeking out affectionate scratches and cuddle sessions. Nugget's playful side emerged as he discovered toys. His current favorite game is playing fetch with his jingle ball toys! Nugget's curiosity knows no bounds, especially when it comes to his new arch-nemesis—the roomba! He can't resist following it around, trying to figure out its mysterious movements.

While he may be a bit cautious about being picked up, Nugget loves nothing more than to snuggle up beside you when you're sitting down or laying in bed. He absolutely adores scratches under his chin—it's his favorite! When you find that sweet spot, he'll lean into your hand and purr contentedly, showing his appreciation for your affection. He also LOVES to greet you when you come home with lots of loud meows until you settle down and give him his much deserved attention. He loves watching new people and will charge them a chin scratch tax once they settle down."

If interested, please complete the online application at www.zeusrescues.org. Thanks! Michelle

08/13/2024

The New Orleans Animal Welfare Advisory Committee is a broad coalition of animal welfare organizations, private businesses (including veterinary clinics), community service providers, city leaders, and individual citizens, united by a shared commitment to collaboration to promote better outcomes for animals, their human companions, and our community.
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08/13/2024

Meet Shero. This six month old tiny panther came to us back in May. He was living with a whole bunch of other cats outside of a home in LaPlace. His colony upbringing made him not only an excellent hunter but also a great 2nd cat to your existing cat. Shero was lucky enough to find a wonderful foster home. They sent us these pics and write up:

"Shero is energetic and loves to play around, but he also loves to cuddle. He’s not afraid to be vocal when he wants something, but he usually wants to be held and petted. He’s great with new people, always ready for a new opportunity to play or to get some snuggles."

If you are interested in Shero, please complete the application at www.zeusrescues.org.

SCRIM UPDATE: There have been no sightings since Sunday morning. We have put fliers up in that neighborhood and are hoping for more information as a result of the fliers to help us find him again. As we have done during the previous month, we are not out looking for him during the week. We are just gathering information to aid us when the vet is in town on the weekend! Keep those sightings coming.

Thanks! Michelle

08/12/2024

Re-meet Dessi! At 5.5 years old and after spending six months in the shelter, this stunning girl is eager to
find her forever home. She quickly warms up to people and loves exploring her surroundings. Since
joining our foster program, she has truly blossomed!
Dessi is as sweet as she is sassy—a true queen at heart. While she enjoys human company, she prefers
to be the only cat in the household, as she tends to shy away from other felines and retreats to her own
space when they’re around.
She would be a great match for a family or an individual who has always wanted a cat, offering the
perfect blend of companionship and independence. Dessi is affectionate and curious. She will cuddle on
your lap while you work or watch TV, and even nuzzle up on your neck to give you a hug! She loves to
play and is also perfectly content to curl up for long naps, roll around in a sunny spot, and gaze out the
window.
If you’re looking for a loving and animated feline friend, Dessi might just be the one for you! To learn
more about Dessi or any of our other rescues, please complete the application at www.zeusrescues.org.

08/11/2024

THANK YOU to everyone that went out last night. Thanks to your help, we were able to figure out why we have not seen Scrim recently in his normal spots. He has moved to the other side of Broad! We don't have fliers up in that area, so I will be doing that later today.

At 1:15, he was seen near N. Miro and Bienville. We searched that area and have a pretty good idea one of the spots where he may sleep. At 2:33, I got a text that he was outside the VA hospital at Banks. I left my number with the really nice security guards there and asked them to text me anytime they see him. We called off the search at 4am since he was not seen for an hour and a half.

HUGE thanks to the Vet, Tammy, David, Barbara and Bonnie for spending the wee hours of the morning with me....again. This weekend was boring hours of slow rolling, other times were hectic and some of it was downright hysterical. I haven't laughed that hard in a while.

Most of the time, I feel like we are searching for a fast, belligerent, determined toddler on a sugar high lost during a night Mardi Gras parade. At times, it is a near impossible task. All of you either on stakeouts/searches or showing support on social media make it bearable and give me the strength to keep up the search.

Michelle

08/10/2024

8/10 Scrim plans

We are going to try again tonight. If you are out and about and want to search for him, that would be great. We think from 8p - 10p, 10p - 12a and 12a -2a should be enough coverage during the hours he is most active.

The best areas are around Whole Foods and Bienville/Banks/Broad and the areas around Broad from Norman C. Francis.

If you see him, please text me at FiveOhFour.231.7865 and we will be there very quickly.

Thank you so very much.

Michelle

08/10/2024

Well, there were no Scrim sightings last night. We gridded from Whole Foods on Broad to the brick yard on Conti to the old Rock N Bowl to Cominsky Park for hours, but he was not out and about. Earlier this week, Tammy put out 23 food and water stations in the areas he is most seen. We monitored them and food/water was missing in the areas we suspect he sleeps and those food/water were empty. Here's hoping that he now has a fully belly of Science Diet and is hydrated with fresh water. The vet is still in town and we will try again tonight.

I thought I would take a minute to show y'all some of the most recent animals that were saved as a direct result of our Scrim searches.

Bienville (tabby) is the most gregarious get I have met in quite some time. He was found near Whole Foods last weekend when he went right up to Tammy, let her pick him up and walk 2 blocks back to the rescue van with him! His siblings were not keen on being rescued. They will need to be TNRd. We are working on that:)

Cominsky (black cat) was laying on the ground at an established cat feeding station near (you guessed it) Cominsky Park. When I saw him, I thought, well that cat is really comfortable. Tammy passed by the same area a few minutes later and got out to give her some love and realized she was not laying around comfortably, but was in duress. We quickly scooped her up and took him back to ZP. A vet exam found flea anemia and a host of intestinal parasites. She only has 3 teeth! She currently is in a cat tower at our Freret location, loving sleeping in a cushy bed and getting attention from the people who pass by and look at the cats in the window.

Phantom (pit) was brought to our attention by a lovely person who was following the Scrim story and had been trying to help her. She was living in an abandoned house in the area that was set for demolition. Tammy and Freba were able to set a trap and get her quickly. She is shy, but super sweet and is loving being pampered by theZP staff.

So, as I deal with my very public failure of not being able to capture Scrim, I take comfort in knowing that we are saving these lives, and many others, while we are out looking for him.

Michelle