Banjo is one of our kittens who will be available for adoption in a week! He's sweet, fun and a true superstar! Watch for his available for adoption post if you are interested!
🐾Stache Update!🐾
I am sorry for the delay on his update! We have had a lot going on in the rescue the last couple of weeks and all of us have been going non stop!
Stache had an HCT of 6.9 (normal is 26-47) on the 27th when he was at his worse. He was completely anemic and jaundice. He was very lethargic, not eating on his own, had very bloody stool. His foster mom brought him to the Cottonwood ER that night for help. The doctor there told us Stache's prognosis was very poor, he said Stache most likely had FIP (no where in the bloodwork showed signs of FIP), he recommended euthanasia. He said they could keep him overnight for $4,500 - $5,900 and put a feeding tube in and possible blood transfusion. We didn't feel comfortable with the situation. We had been in contact with our friends at Angel Paws during this time and I am so thankful that we were.
Placing a feeding tube would have most likely killed Stache. A blood transfusion was too risky. One of the amazing doctors at Angel Paws recommended to take him home, start him on antibiotics, steriods, force feeding etc. It was still a risk, but he had a better chance with that than being treated at an ER with a doctor who was diagnosing something that wasn't and risking his life by anesthesia.
Stache has been back to Angel Paws multiple times since. On Friday during his recheck, his HCT count was at 20!!! He isn't near as anemic, he isn't near as jaundice. His foster mom no longer needs to force feed him. He is active, eating, purring, and being a happy kitty! He won't need another recheck for a while, unless something happens, but he has shown incredible improvement and keeps improving every day!
We are so grateful for the support from all of you, from the incredible team at Angel Paws, and for his amazing foster mom who has given her all to Stache. ❤
*URGENT!! WE ONLY HAVE 2 MORE DAYS TO RAISE THE FUNDS FOR MADELINE!*
Madeline desperately needs our help! Her appointment with Vet Med is scheduled for this coming Wednesday, the 20th, to get the rhinoscopy and CT scan, estimated at $3,600. They can also remove whatever mass is causing her breathing issues at the same time. The estimate for diagnostics and treatment is now $5300. We have raised $3,067.82 and need to raise the rest of the amount to get the procedure done before she goes in! This sweet girl deserves a happy life, breathing easy. She is desperate for this procedure. Please help if you can! Thank you so much to all those who have donated and shared!
Go to the link below to donate and share, or donate through Venmo/PayPal. Thank you for your kindness and support! Please write for Madeline in the notes.
https://givebutter.com/v8IAu1
Venmo: @Kali-Cristaudo
PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=XLR4HKD7QV5F6
*URGENT*
Madeline desperately needs our help! We have only raised $415 out of the $3600 needed to get the diagnostics done to figure out why she's struggling with breathing. She can undergo surgery during the the diagnostics to fix the issue too! This sweet girl deserves a happy life, breathing easy. Please help if you can! Thank you so much to all those who have donated and shared!
Go to the link below to donate and share, or donate through Venmo/PayPal. Thank you for your kindness and support!
https://givebutter.com/v8IAu1
Please write for Madeline in the notes.
Venmo: @Kali-Cristaudo
PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=XLR4HKD7QV5F6
Madeline
*MADELINE DESPERATELY NEEDS OUR HELP! WE NEED TO RAISE AT LEAST $3600 FOR HER TO GET JUST THE DIAGNOSTICS!*
Meet Madeline, our adorable feline friend who's been struggling with respiratory issues her whole life. Despite undergoing surgery in 2018, her breathing has worsened, making every day a challenge. But there's hope!
We're raising funds to get Madeline the diagnostics and potential surgery she desperately needs to breathe comfortably again. Every donation counts, no matter how small. Your support can make a world of difference for Madeline and help us continue our mission of saving cats in need.
Can't donate? No problem! Simply sharing this post can help us reach more people and spread the word about Madeline's fundraiser. Together, we can give Madeline the chance to lead a happy, healthy life.
Go to the link below to donate and share. Thank you for your kindness and support!
https://givebutter.com/v8IAu1
You can also donate through Venmo! @Kali-Cristaudo
**URGENT**
UPDATE 02/05 - Unfortunately Kermit's veterinarian at Mountain West recommended euthanasia for our sweet boy. He was battling more than FIP and his prognosis was very guarded. Thank you to his amazing foster family for taking such great care of him and giving him all the love he could have ever dreamed of. Thank you to those who donated for his care. We are still behind on hundreds for his bill that we need to have paid later today, so if anyone could help out, we would be so grateful. We are going to miss our Kermit. 💔
We've been treating Kermit for FIP for the last month and he took a turn for the worse today. We aren't sure what caused him to go downhill so fast, but his foster mom is heading to Mountain West ER now. Our initial estimate will probably be close to $1000 for the first night stay and testing. Please help if you can! Anything and everything helps! Kermit needs us right now! This poor guy has gone through so much in his short life.
You can click on the link below to donate:
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=XLR4HKD7QV5F6
Or you can donate through Venmo: @Kali-Cristaudo
Or you can donate directly by calling Mountain West and put it under our account for Kermit.
Thank you so much for your support! Please share for Kermit! ❤🐾
Rumble’s Top 15 “LOVES”
1. Playing with my humans
2. Playing chase with my dog and cat roommates
3. Chasing human feet around the house
4. Being hugged close and giving my humans lots of kisses
5. Eating my favorite salmon wet food
6. Running through my crinkle tunnel toy
7. Helping mom vacuum and mop the floors
8. Jumping in any cabinet, fridge, or dishwasher door that opens
9. Playing with the water after mom takes a shower
10. Batting at the raindrops on the window during a thunderstorm
11. Putting all the pens from the desk onto the floor
12. Snacking on stella and chewy rabbit/salmon meat treats
13. Greeting my humans when the get home (even if it's only been a few minutes)
14. Sleeping curled up under the covers on my bed
15. Being loved!
When one of the water dishes is empty it becomes a toy. Rumble is available and is looking for an active fun family. He just wants to be with his people doing what they are doing.
Hi everyone! We have several cats in our organization right now who need to be on special diets. We are in desperate need of Kidney and Urinary Tract Health food.
Science Diet K/D, Royal Canin Renal Support, Science Diet C/D, Royal Canin SO or any type of urinary/kidney health food from Purina or Iams.
We are in need of both wet and dry food. Open bags are welcome!
If anyone can help us out, please send us a message to make arrangements! Thank you so much for your support! 🐱❤
- Kali🐾
I wanted to share this video from one of our amazing adopters, Katie. Katie adopted Molly (previously Sherbet) from us in 2016. Molly was my personal foster and I absolutely adored her. When we rescued her in 2014, she was on the euthanasia list at a local shelter. Katie happened to see Molly at one of our adoption events and she just fell in love with her. Molly had some chronic medical issues, but that didn't matter to Katie. She gave her the best home she could have ever asked for. Katie loved Molly with all of her heart. On April 13th, Molly gained her wings. We are so grateful for all of the love and kindness that she received over these years.
Rescue is so hard emotionally and physically. We are all volunteers and have our own lives and jobs outside of the rescue, but we give the rescue everything we can, even if that means us losing out on things ourselves like sleep, money, time spent with family/friends, nice "things". We take on foster after foster, we see devestating cruelty cases, our hearts get broken from the ones we lose. Our minds and bodies are always just exhausted. Stories like Mollly's are the reason we keep going. We work so hard to make sure we save as many as possible and that they end up in loving, furrever homes. Homes with people who treat them like family. That's exactly what Katie did with Molly and I will always be grateful to her.
RIP Molly aka Sherbet. You will always have a place in my heart. ❤
- Kali🐾
This is Thackery Binx’s way of asking for cuddles 🥰. This lil boy loves to be held, and given lots of attention. He is available for adoption, and would love a home with another very fun playful kitty and friendly dogs would be a plus.
Pixie and Leeloo were so hungry when they came to us last night! Pixie didn't want to share. She decided to hover the bowl of food all night long! We are so happy that they got to go to sleep with a full tummy and warmth. See our last post to find out more information about these two! 😺🐱😸🥰
- Kali 🐾
#friendsofcommunitycats
Thackery Binx is one of our newest foster kittens. He was brought to us by a wonderful lady, who found him outside. He came to us with a bad upper respiratory infection, however is healing up beautifully. As you can see, he is a sweet cuddle bug.
Tsunami busy making biscuits, one of her favorite afternoon activities.
Tsunami is excellent at subduing feet at bedtime. She’s also the shiniest mini black panther you will ever see 🐈⬛. If you are interested I knowing more about this girl, please email us. Her foster mom has had her since she was 4 weeks old, so can answer anything.
Tulip and Pebble are at the Centerville PetSmart waiting to be your new best friends!
Ben and Jerry are at the Centerville PetSmart waiting to find their furrever family!
