Happy Hearts by Joan

03/02/2024

Hello friends. It is with mixed emotions I tell you that, after a decade of caring for local cats and dogs, Happy Hearts by Joan has officially closed. My clients were the BEST and not a day passes that I dont miss one of my furry friends. I learned so much from each one and try to pass that knowledge on to other pet lovers still. Although I am no longer caring for others’ pets, I am still involved in animal welfare and you have not heard the last from me! Love your animals. You are their whole world. Involve them in your life, take them on adventures, and your life will be all the richer for it. And, no matter what, make sure you can trust those who care for them in your absence. If you have any doubts, pay attention to those doubts and find someone new. Your animals deserve the best.

02/02/2024

Hello all. Remember Charlie with the eye issue from October? Turns out he has entropion, a very painful comdition where the eyelashes grow inward toward the eyeball, causing ulcers to form. He is scheduled for surgery February 5 for his right eye only. One eye will cost $250 and we are in need of donations to help get him out of this horrible pain. Before it got so bad, he showed signs of being friendly but now he wants nothing to do with anyone or anything and who can blame him? he seems ok around other cats as far as we can tell. Since we dont know how friendly he is and he has been cooped up for so long, a barn home has been secured for him. Once he heals and we know his left eye is ok, he life will improve so much. If you can make a donation to help this poor guy out, we would appreciate it and so would Charlie. Payment options are in the comments section. Thank you for helping us, help him 😻🥺

10/19/2023

Followed closely by this

We left today to adopt our child. When we arrived we saw her inseparable from Mavrouli, her brother. The volunteers told us that he was black and that unfortunately he was left alone because he was the only brother nobody wanted. I looked at the man "And then we thought, we want both at the same time!!!! Today we have become a family of 4!!! Let's go home!!!! I wish everyone to live so happily." 💪💪❤️❤️

10/19/2023

This about did me in

First And last day 💔

09/11/2023

I have felt and thought all of these things.

Emanuele Grandi's moving poem dedicated to our four-legged friends.

"If you are afraid of having given me few caresses, you should know that I have not forgotten even one.
If you regret having scolded me even once, you should know that I don't even remember it.
If you think you've left me alone for too long, you should know that I've always been waiting for you.
If you are afraid of having spent little time with me, you should know that I, even that little, have enjoyed every moment.
If you think you've played little with me, you should know that I've never counted the times you threw the ball at me.
If you think I've forgotten about your perfume, you should know that even now I'm smelling it in the wind.
If you wanted to be reborn in another life, you should know that I would like to be your puppy in that one too.
If you are convinced that you have some flaws, you should know that for me you have been the perfect one.
If you believe that love can have an end, you should know that in my heart the place of love is infinite.
If you think you have regrets about me, you should know that I would not change a single second of the life I have spent with you.
If you think I no longer hear your voice when you call me, just entrust the sunset breeze with the task of bringing me your words.
If you think I can forget your face, you should know that I wanted to live alone to enjoy your look.
If you think I could have loved someone more than you, you should know that I have loved you more than myself.
If you think I would like a soft sofa, know that with you I would also have slept on the stones.
If you think I wanted more than you gave me, you should know that I've always felt
like the happiest puppy in the world.
If you have ever felt alone, you should know that I have never left my place next to you.
If you think my life has been short, you should know that I wouldn't have wanted to live a minute longer if I hadn't spent it by your side.
If you are afraid that I am no longer near you, know that as soon as you close your eyes I will fall asleep next to you.
If you think you have not made the right decision, you should know that I have always trusted you.
Always.

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09/02/2023

I have the BEST clients/friends

08/10/2023

This beautiful, sweet and loving girl passed on today. Puddles was a unique and adorable dog. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. 💔

07/09/2023

I love this video because it features the two households where I cared for large packs - one of big dogs and one of small dogs. I miss them all.

07/07/2023

Said it before and I’ll say it again. People, by and large, are undeserving of the love of a dog. People suck and nothing in this world has ever given me a reason to change my mind on that.

07/06/2023

Just the sweetest pups this week

06/24/2023

Hello my animal loving friends. Please see the post below regarding Mister. He needs our help. Any amount you can spare is greatly appreciated.

06/18/2023

A male client told me a story about being at the deli counter, asking for very thinly shaved ham for his cat. The woman behind the counter said, “ you buy shaved ham (Boars head of course) for your cat?!” to which he replied, “lady, if she could drive, I’d buy her a car!”
Now that’s a good cat Daddy story

The independent film documentary Cat Daddies showcases the strong bond between men and cats. The documentary is showing in select theaters and online. And as we know here at Cole and Marmalade, people love seeing men who care for cats.  The most masculine of macho 

06/04/2023

Of course this is everyday!

Happy Hug Your Cat Day! 😝😸

05/17/2023

Looks who made the client list today…sweet old Isabelle and young upstart Angus. Gráinne is hiding. Love these babies💕

05/15/2023

To all the kitty moms

Happy Cat Mom Day! 💞🐾😺

05/06/2023

I have been in this situation as have friends of mine who trap regularly. The feelings of relief and joy when you finally catch one you have tried so hard for, are real.

It took two years for an experienced rescuer, Erica Danger, to catch an elusive orange tomcat named Suge. The "super elusive" cat always avoided the TNR (trap, neuter, return) traps set out for him in the cat colony. Since he wasn't neutered, he was having a wild time and making lots of kittens that

05/03/2023

What a story

At 15 years old, a handsome, affectionate cat named Count found himself at a shelter. He was vision-impaired and had numerous serious health issues, but Brooklyn rescuers were determined to help him avoid euthanasia and pulled him from the shelter. Then, the purrfect foster mom Talisman Brolin took....

04/22/2023

With 90 different varieties, lilies are one of the most popular household flowers. We adorn our tables with beautiful day lilies for Easter, and trumpet lilies bring bursts of color to outdoor gardens.They're gorgeous to look at, but these stunning blooms pose a serious risk to all cats.

04/16/2023

I love these cat photos! These three have so much personality. Always fun to see them.

04/14/2023

People!! Read this article and the list of groups opposing a bill to help animals avoid being killed in pounds and shelters. And stop donating money to continue the killing! Best Friends is a major offender. These are the people “saving” animals. They have sadly lost their way and animals, as always, are paying the price.

Yesterday, AB 595 (Bowie's Law) unanimously passed the California Assembly Business & Professions Committee, despite opposition from nearly every shelter in the state, the National Animal Control Association, the ASPCA, Best Friends, the California State Association of Counties, the League of California Cities, and the Teamsters.

A full list of opponents is here: http://bit.ly/40UeQvf.

Named after Bowie, a shy 10-pound, 15-week-old puppy killed by a municipal shelter despite a rescue offer, AB 595 requires shelters to notify the public and rescuers 72 hours before killing an animal. Although AB 595 was amended to allow shelters to shorten the 72-hour notification requirement if they have space issues and to limit it to dogs, cats, and rabbits, none of the opposition budged.

In fact, one committee member stated that all he hears from shelters is “no,” “no,” and “no” to every proposal to reduce the killing, so he asked their lobbyist for something — anything — proactive they would support. Silence.

Similarly, the Committee’s Vice-Chair responded that nothing the opposition could say could convince him that telling the public and rescuers that an animal needs help is a bad thing. It isn’t, and they deserve it.

Of course, there is still a long way to go (another committee and the floor in the Assembly, two committees and the floor of the Senate, before it heads to the Governor). But with the recent vote, the road got a little less steep.

My Substack article “Onward and Upward for Bowie's Law, is here: http://bit.ly/40UeQvf.

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The article also includes the full list of opponents. Is your local pound on the list? Do you donate to any of these groups? And if so, is your money going to defend killing?

04/06/2023

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