From Feral to Farrell

17/11/2024

17/11/2024

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16/11/2024

Yep! There's really no difference between 2 and 3. 😹

15/11/2024

14/11/2024

When temperatures drop, outside cats need twice as much food as they eat during warm weather to maintain their body heat. Let half of their dry food be kitten chow. 😸

14/11/2024

We're here to learn. 🤓

09/11/2024

08/11/2024

With the increasing risk of wildfires in Southern California, it is imperative that pet parents be prepared to evacuate should the order be given. Here are some items to put in a “to go” bag:

Pet medication
Vaccination records
Microchip information
Photograph of each pet
Pet license (copy)
Veterinarian contact information
Two collapsible bowls
Extra leash and collar (for dogs)
Favorite toys
Litter box and litter (for cats)
Blankets

03/11/2024

Abandonment is a slow death sentence and is illegal and immoral.

28/10/2024

Thus far, we have a handful of donors. Thank you for your support! This helped to pay for Chip's anti-seizure medication (pic of receipt will be posted below) and some food and litter.

Today, we are still in need of propane for build-in heater (the Rescue RV gets chilly at night - 55 degrees, with a low-level radiant heater). All donors have been added into the Fannypack Satchel Drawing (winner to be randomly selected and announced at 10:31 am on 10/3.

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Check out this Facebook Post designed by Stephine Farrell.

28/10/2024

Interesting. I had always wondered about how this is for a nursing female.

A ✨FLANK SPAY✨ is when the incision is made on the left side (flank) of the body rather than on the midline of the abdomen. The spay procedure is the same as performed during the midline incision and the same reproductive organs are removed with both procedures.

Performing the flank incision is also beneficial if the cat has nursing kittens. Since the flank incision is not made near the mammary glands, the female is able to be sterilized and her kittens can continue to nurse following surgery. Using the flank incision is more comfortable for the mother during postoperative recovery, and there is a lower risk of evisceration, because the nursing kittens are not pulling at the incision site like they would be if a midline incision was performed. In addition, mother cats often have large mammary glands from nursing. During a midline incision, excessive bleeding and leakage from the mammary glands can cause infection; this is avoided with the flank incision.

*Text from saveacat.org

FCP comment: I've not found many vets familiar with this alternative; if they are, it's not typically offered. I think that is because the majority of the female cats they spay have owners that can plan the surgery to meet the vet's requirements (that kittens must be weaned for a month (minimally) before they will do a spay). In my experience, only vets at clinics specifically for feral cats will perform this surgery. 😿

Source: Feral Cat Project

28/10/2024

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28/10/2024

Set out sardines, water, and dry crunchies. Sa Sekhem Sahu. Meow. And then when I honored the Ancestors with REAL food, another REAL feral cat arrived and ate it! Back to the trapping. Thank you, Ancestors.

October 27: Honoring the Spirits of Our Beloved Pets

In some regions of Mexico 🇲🇽, October 27 is a day set aside to honor the spirits of pets that have passed on. This touching tradition has become part of the Día de los Mu***os celebrations, where families welcome back the spirits of their beloved animals who once brought so much joy into their homes.

Though a more modern adaptation, this practice involves creating small ofrendas (altars) dedicated to pets. Families place photos, water, their favorite toys, and food on the altar to guide their spirits back for a visit. It’s a beautiful extension of the Día de los Mu***os customs, which traditionally honor human loved ones on November 1 and 2. Now, pets have their special day too!

🕯️ How to Honor Your Pet on October 27:

Create a simple altar: Set up a small ofrenda in your home. Place a photo of your pet, their favorite toy, and a bowl of water to welcome their spirit back. Marigolds (cempasúchil), often used in Día de los Mu***os celebrations, are believed to guide spirits home with their vibrant color and scent, so incorporating them can symbolize your pet’s safe return.

Light a candle: Use a candle to represent the light that will guide your pet’s spirit home. Sit in silence to reflect on your memories with them, and you may wish to say this small prayer:

“(Pet’s name), as we light this candle, we invite your spirit to join us once more. You brought light, love, and laughter into our lives, and though your body has gone, your presence remains in our hearts. May this flame guide you home, and may the warmth of our love surround you always. We offer these gifts as symbols of the joy you gave us and the bond we will never lose. Rest peacefully, dear one, until we meet again in the place where all souls reunite.”

Leave their favorite treat: Just as food is left for human spirits during Día de los Mu***os, leave your pet’s favorite treat or snack on the altar, placing it near the water and toy.

(Optional) Take a walk: If your pet enjoyed walks, consider taking a short walk in their memory. This simple act can help you feel connected to your pet’s spirit as you remember the times you shared together.

🥀 The Día de los Mu***os season includes several days dedicated to different souls, and October 27 is a special day to honor our pets. Whether you’ve lost a dog, cat, or another cherished companion, this is a wonderful time to reflect on the joy they brought into your life and keep their memory alive 🌹