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4 Paws 1 Heart 4 Paws 1 Heart's mission is to reduce the number of abandoned animals by funding medical treatment for abandoned, abused, and stray companion animals.

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to funding medical care for abandoned, injured, and homeless animals—primarily cats and dogs—giving them a second chance at a healthy life and a path to a loving home. This does not mean we are obligated to provide unlimited funding to any animal. The animals we assist usually come in through the an emergency hospital, rescue groups who may reque

st our assistance, and individual rescuers. Decisions are often fluid because. as it is with human life, you just never know. But, please rest assured that we are always keeping all of the many animals' welfare first.Anyone requesting medical funding from 4 Paws 1 Heart should know:

1) 4 Paws 1 Heart can never guarantee to pay the full medical bill until we know what we are dealing with. When we authorize to pay for an animal to go the vet it is either for very clear treatment - such as spay/neuter, vaccines, URI treatment, etc. In emergency situations or when there are injuries or unknown medical issues, the vet will always be asked to contact me.

2) Anyone requesting monetary assistance will be told the limit to which we will help. Therefore, if the rescuer feels they may need more funding, they can start to get backing ahead of time.

3) 4 Paws 1 Heart will always consider the animal first. But, anyone requesting our help must understand that it is our responsibility to maximize the number of animals we can help with the limited funds we have. This means that if the dollars needed far outweigh the probability of the animal living or living a good quality of life, we may not pay for the medical treatment. In all cases, it will be up to the rescuer to decide what will happen next. But understand that veterinarians are responsible to the animal and may strongly recommend an animal not leave the hospital.

4) All of the veterinarians we work with understand that 4 Paws 1 Heart is not a rescue and does NOT own the animal. Our only decision is what amount of money we are willing to pay for medical treatment (as explained earlier). Anyone taking an animal to the veterinary should be prepared to make decisions related to the animal's future and treatment. Keep in mind that there can be many people working in a veterinary hospital and not all may understand the policies. It is up to the rescuer to ask questions and make decisions.

5) Authorization for a veterinarian to treat an animal and bill 4 Paws 1 Heart will be made by e-mail (with a copy to the rescuer) or telephone. All payments are made directly to the veterinarian.

Come see us at the Turkey Trot Today in St Clair Shores! If you want a zip hoodie nows the time to buy one! All proceeds...
08/11/2025

Come see us at the Turkey Trot Today in St Clair Shores! If you want a zip hoodie nows the time to buy one! All proceeds benefit stray cats and dogs in need of medical.
Gina

11/6/25 FROM THE STREETS TO SAFETY Jose spent months surviving outside… until one day, she showed up with a tiny kitten ...
06/11/2025

11/6/25 FROM THE STREETS TO SAFETY

Jose spent months surviving outside… until one day, she showed up with a tiny kitten — her baby, Simba. 🐾 A kind neighbor couldn’t turn away and reached out for help.

Last week, both were seen at the vet for exams, vaccines, and testing — all made possible because of you. ❤️

Your support gives stray animals like Jose and Simba the medical care and second chance they deserve.
Donate today to keep hope alive:
https://4paws1heart.org/

11/5/25 HE STARTS TALKING THE MOMENT YOU MEET HIM. 💙Just one week ago, this 2-year-old boy was found outside — his body...
05/11/2025

11/5/25 HE STARTS TALKING THE MOMENT YOU MEET HIM. 💙

Just one week ago, this 2-year-old boy was found outside — his body weathered and torn, his spirit tired… yet his eyes still full of hope.

He’s incredibly friendly and talkative, desperate for affection and comfort. Despite the pain he’s endured, all he wants is to be loved. ❤️

He needs a tail amputation due to a traumatic injury, along with basic medical care to help him heal. His rescuer has been keeping him safe, but sadly can’t keep him much longer — and no owner could be found.

Now, we’re urgently looking for:
A foster or forever home — someone to give him the love and safety he’s been searching for.

We believe his path led him to us for a reason — because somewhere out there is a kind soul whose life he’s meant to change.

Please, if you can, share his story, donate, or reach out to help this boy finally find the love he’s been waiting for.
His name is Gizmo and he is a gray tabby located in Macomb County Michigan. Gina

Donate : https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

Contact: [email protected]

💛 Help Leela See a Brighter Future 💛11/4/25. Meet LeeLa, a brave little kitten rescued from the streets with a severe ey...
04/11/2025

💛 Help Leela See a Brighter Future 💛

11/4/25. Meet LeeLa, a brave little kitten rescued from the streets with a severe eye injury. Despite everything he’s been through, he trusts in his rescuers kindness and gentle touch.

Our nonprofit stepped in to give him the care he deserves, but LeeLa needs surgery to remove his damaged eye so he can live pain-free and finally start his new life in a loving home.

We’re a small organization doing everything we can to help animals like LeeLa — but with donations running low, we can’t do it alone.

🐾 You can be the reason LeeLa gets his chance at a healthy, happy life.
Every dollar goes directly toward his surgery, recovery, and the next stray waiting for help.

Donate today or share this post to spread the word.
Together, we can make sure LeeLa — and so many others like him — never have to suffer again. Gina

https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

Please Microchip your pets. It is so important, inexpensive, and worth it!! Gina
03/11/2025

Please Microchip your pets. It is so important, inexpensive, and worth it!! Gina

Microchips work! This beautiful kitty is back home tonight thanks to his chip.

Turns out he just lives a street over from where he was trapped.

Without the microchip, he was on a very different path.

Please help your pets have the best chance at getting home - microchips and collar ID tags.

All About Animals Rescue offers microchipping for just $25. This includes free registration and free lifetime contact updates too.

Come in anytime during our walk-in wellness hours to have your pet microchipped: https://allaboutanimalsrescue.org/veterinary-services/wellness-hours/

11/3/25 FROM THE COLD STREETS TO A WARM BLANKET, SHE'S PROOF THAT A LITTLE KINDNESS CAN CHANGE AN ENTIRE LIFE. Meet Sa...
03/11/2025

11/3/25 FROM THE COLD STREETS TO A WARM BLANKET, SHE'S PROOF THAT A LITTLE KINDNESS CAN CHANGE AN ENTIRE LIFE. Meet Sabrina. Her rescue mom contacted us for help with getting an exam, vaccines, and spay from a veterinarian.
She had her spay surgery on Monday and is doing great. "I hold and kiss her a lot to help with socializing," said her foster mom. Sabrina is ready for a home and if you are interested, please contact her rescuer Heidi.
Correct email : [email protected]

Donations = lives saved
https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

11/1/25. THE NEED NEVER ENDS - This is Lori and part of the message that I received requesting urgent help. "She was res...
01/11/2025

11/1/25. THE NEED NEVER ENDS - This is Lori and part of the message that I received requesting urgent help.

"She was rescued 9/4 on the verge of death. She is the size of a 10 week old kitten but is actually almost 6 months old. She’s somewhat better now but still struggling".

We approved Lori to be seen at one of our favorite vet hospitals, Orion Animal Hospital. To my knowledge, she has responded to treatment and I will post an update once I know more.

There are so many stray animals that are sick, in need of medical care, or vetting.

Please donate today.
Thank you, Gina
https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

10/31/25 Happy Halloween! Willow, Oakley, and Junie are from a litter of 5 who were rescued by William from Young Maste...
31/10/2025

10/31/25 Happy Halloween! Willow, Oakley, and Junie are from a litter of 5 who were rescued by William from Young Masters Tree Service, after being thrown out of a home in Detroit.
Orion Animal Hospital doctors and staff have provided age appropriate vaccines and core recommendations to get them a healthy start.
They are now with Denise Najera and getting amazing care. 4 Paws 1 Heart has been covering all medical including spay and neutering, 2 were adopted, and these three babies are still waiting for their forever homes. Please contact Denise. Thank you! Gina https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

10/31/25 Happy Halloween! This little guy "Boxer" was found in pretty bad shape, hardly able to breathe, congested, and...
31/10/2025

10/31/25 Happy Halloween! This little guy "Boxer" was found in pretty bad shape, hardly able to breathe, congested, and a high fever over 104 F.
We approved him to go to Orion Oaks Animal Hospital where they took wonderful care of him. He had a series of x rays, SQ fluids, and broad spectrum antibiotics.
In just over twenty four hours, he is resting comfortably here with his rescuer who is going to try to find him a forever home!
There are way more animals who need help than resources available.
Please be a part of the solution and donate today. That is the only way we can keep doing what we do. Thank you! Gina
https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

10/29/25 FOUND ALONE AND ABANDONED IN A TRAILER WITH AN OBSTRUCTION - This is "Chop" he was rescued by Misfit Angels re...
29/10/2025

10/29/25 FOUND ALONE AND ABANDONED IN A TRAILER WITH AN OBSTRUCTION - This is "Chop" he was rescued by Misfit Angels rescue after someone found him dumped. He needed emergency surgery to remove a corn cob probably from eating garbage in order to survive. We donated $1000 to help towards his surgery and he was released from the hospital about one week ago. I will check in with the rescue group to see how he is doing today. Donations = lives saved. Gina
https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

10/28/25 SIX MORE KITTENS ARE GETTING FIXED THIS MORNING WITH THE HELP OF 4 PAWS 1 HEART. Thank you Melissa for securin...
28/10/2025

10/28/25 SIX MORE KITTENS ARE GETTING FIXED THIS MORNING WITH THE HELP OF 4 PAWS 1 HEART. Thank you Melissa for securing and transporting these babies to get fixed and vaccinated.
If there are any rescues that are able to help with placement please message Melissa for more details.
[email protected]
Once again, we could not continue to pay for medical without your support.
Here is our link if you want to donate.
https://4paws1heart.org/donations/
Thank you, Gina

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