Miss Petunia took a road trip to Washington, Va to Rose Hill Veterinary Practice PC-Large Animal
last week where she spent a couple days in anticipation of her spay surgery and for recovery. The surgery went well and we are very thankful for the staff who took such good care of her!
When she first got back to FHAH she was very vocal about how mad she was at us for loading her up on a long trip and then leaving her, but she is gradually and slowly forgiving us. (Ulthough it is clear she doesn’t let go of things easily and is certain to make us work for it 😂) We assured her it was for her health and longevity so she could be around as long as possible! 🐽
She is healing well, has been getting pumkin daily to help keep things moving with recovery and gradually getting her appetite back. She has to be kept in a smaller area for 10-14 days with no running or jumping and then she will be cleared to have her stitches removed. We know she will be happy to return to her regular pasture again where she can kick up her feet and run next to all the other piggies!
Out early to catch the warmth of the morning sun with a full belly (my diet of lots of veggies of course 🥬🥒), morning walks to get me feeling in tip top shape again, and then naps after all my hard work!
ADOPTED 🐾
Momma Odie was adopted this past weekend!
She has gained so much confidence-from timid and fearful to seeking out others and asking for their attention and love!
We are so excited for her to continue to grow and flourish with her new adopter! 🏡
🌻ADOPTED🌻
Stitch has officially found a loving home with her amazing adopter Kate! Her new home includes a 1 1/2 year old orange cat named Charlie who loves to play, sneak and hide as much as she does.
We are excited for their new adventures together! 🧶🐾
Mamma Odie is approximately 2 years old. She previously lived her life outdoors until she was caught by animal control. When they went to administer her care, they discovered she was pregnant. She gave birth to multiple kittens and we quickly agreed to take her in so she wouldn’t have to experience the stress of nursing her babies and raising them in a shelter. She was extremely frightened of people but warmed up over time and now enjoys spending time with people she knows.
She’s still weary of strangers and quick movements but with time, patience and love we have full faith that she will let you into her heart too! She comes up to us and begs for attention rolling on her back for more pets and nudging you to continue. Staying in your presence for long periods and asking for more scratches, she is learning to love people but due to the fact that she’s lived her life outdoors still has her semi feral qualities (like running away when she’s feeling overstimulated). We believe she would be happiest if she could still experience the outdoors but have shelter in a home or a comfortable area when she chooses so that she could still ask for love and attention on a daily basis.
She is UTD on vaccines, spayed and microchipped!
Update from FHAH alumni Carmella 🧡
Too cute not to share!
She is settled in, doing great and is very loved by her family! How could you not love this smile?
Charlie has been working hard to get up every day and move around (even though it still takes him several tries to get on his feet). He has switched to a diet of only green leafy, high water or high fiber vegetables to make him feel fuller (even though he is getting a lot less) and only a few pieces of fruit. We are also adding lots of water to his evening pellets. We started him on daily pain meds because we noticed it’s hard for him to stand for more than a couple minutes before he starts lifting his feet to take some of the pressure off of his joints. His extra weight causes him to have a serious dipping back which makes him uncomfortable so he tells us when he needs to stop and stretch before he keeps going. The pain meds have helped him move around significantly more and we have been doing PT every day using food as a motive and walking a little bit farther each time. Due to his vision issues it’s harder for him to find things like his water bowl or even us without having to listen to the direction of our voices. Despite his condition he maintains the sweetest personality and he loves getting attention.
Saturday evenings are for catnaps…🩶
Naveen update: this cutie picked up some kind of respiratory virus a couple of weeks ago (despite not being around any new cats). We took him in for a last minute vet visit because his breathing was a little off which worried us and he wasn’t eating as much as usual. The wonderful staff at Mill Creek Veterinary Clinic got him in right away and gave him a full checkup, fluids and antibiotics. We warmed his food often and offered him multiple flavors so that hopefully he would develop an appetite. We also put him with a humidifier and within a couple of doses of antibiotics he was perky and bright eyed again!
He is learning to play with other cats and not be scared of everything like his semi-feral momma.
Cats like Momma Odie who have lived outdoors for years are often hard to teach that there are people who love and want the best for them when they have had to fight for things for so long. Some of them, unfortunately, have encountered very mean people. We still offer them a soft hand and wait for them to show us signs they are ready and can let us in. Momma Odie enjoys head rubs, speaks to you often, and pats you with her paw to tell you when she wants attention, rolling over repeatedly to receive it. She’s overcome her fears by leaps and bounds. However she also tells you when she’s had enough and we respect her boundaries. They are worth it and we never ever give up. Feral, semi feral and extremely frightened cats all need love, help and homes too, but just need them in a different way.
Naveen is young and still learning so we are able to teach him that most people aren’t so bad.
He enjoys being held and when he is nervous he loves cuddling up to your chin as humans make him feel safe. He comes running to eat as soon as he hears the “crack” of a can opening!
He is finally meeting all of his weight and growth requirements and is big enough to be neutered. He will be available for adoption around the begin
Thank you to the Petfinder Foundation for awarding Finally Home Animal Haven a 2024 Other Animals Grant! This awesome opportunity allowed us the ability to ensure that animals such as Maya, Mirabelle, Maybelle, Micky and Minnie received good quality food that supports their individual needs!
Thank you Petfinder Foundation for showing caring and kindness towards all animals!
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This little guy is so mischievous!! 🩶
So excited for Carmella as she travels to her new home and family! We know she will enjoy lots of snuggling from her new girls! 🐾
