Natureza's Catz Rescue Sabie

18/12/2024

Dearest friends,

We hope you are all doing well. Christmas is upon us once again and we would like to preemptively wish you and your loved ones a very lovely and blessed festive period!

We have to remind you though that although we are not taking any new cats under our care, we do still exist; we are a small rescue/shelter in a small uncaring town, and have quite a few kitties we look after. Since both our adoption initiatives as well as our efforts to find another shelter for them have been fruitless, mainly due to our location, we rely on one big donor to care for all of the kitties since most other sources of donations have completely dried up.

So we are asking you to consider these kitties this festive season. Any cash donations will help us out a lot and make their lives ever so brighter by providing them with food, medicine, veterinary care, and toys. If you would prefer to buy and send something yourself, feel free to message us for our address.

Today we appeal to the good hearted nature of cat lovers everywhere for cash donations which we desperately need so we will include our banking details at the bottom of this post. Please friends, we are really struggling and need your help! Please assist us in lightening the load just a bit. Thank you all very much for your consideration and support!

Regards and hearty seasons greetings,

Susan

07/11/2024

Hi there Margaret and Natureza, just an update on our little warrior Pearl. We have had a rough few months, Pearl developed a cancer sore above her right eye. Multiple vet visits and we couldn't heal it or keep it under control and so it spread rapidly, compromising her right eye.
The vet advised that removing her eye and cutting away the cancer area was the only option left.
A very difficult decision given her age.... she is now around 15/16 and her FIV+ status.
Her blood tests all came back good. The vet assured me he would use gas to perform the op... and so with bated breath I gave the go ahead.
The day of the op arrived ...... I was an absolute bag of nerves.....and sat anxiously waiting for the after op phone call......what a relief...... my very strong and amazing girl pulled through!!!

Her wound has healed very well and she is managing with 1 eye.

The op has definitely taken its toll....she has slowed down and sleeps most of the day..... but she still gives me purrs.....and she is still my Pearlie girlie.

In hind sight I am happy that we went ahead with the op..... she would have suffered more leaving the cancer sore to spread.

We take each day as it comes, and I'm so thankful for every day we have left with this amazingly brave and precious little girl

30/01/2024

We urgently need to find a home for these two kittens in Malelane. They are unsterilised. The woman is moving away and can't take them. She is going to work on a farm where there are a lot of dogs who are not used to cats and would kill them. People around there are apparently poisoning the cats in the area and there are even rumours of cats being r***d.
Please help!
If anyone can help, please contact the lady directly +27 82 370 3549
Her name is Anna-Marie
Thank you 🙏🏻

14/12/2023

Today, I'd like to share the story of an extraordinary cat. She was once part of someone's life for 11 years, used for breeding because of her purebred Persian lineage. However, when she grew old, they no longer wanted her and considered discarding her while she was pregnant. Fortunately, a friend reached out to me, aware of my passion for helping animals in need. I found her in poor condition due to her history as a breeding cat.

After taking her to the vet for a check-up and FIV and Leukemia tests, the results were positive for both. The vet recommended putting her down along with the unborn kittens due to their expected health issues. Disagreeing with this decision, I took her home, and three days later, she gave birth. She stayed in my rescue for almost two years until Susan Spangenberg discovered her through pictures on Facebook and expressed a desire to adopt her.

Despite living far away in Johannesburg while I was in Sabie, we arranged her adoption and safely transported her to Susan, who named her Pearl. Contrary to the vet's predictions, Pearl's kittens were born healthy and were later adopted into loving homes after testing negative for FIV and Leukemia.

I've learned not to fully rely on a single FIV and Leukemia snap test, advising fellow rescuers to conduct multiple tests over several months to ensure accuracy. Additionally, stress and a cat's state of distress might affect test results, especially for feral cats. Interestingly, Susan, now Pearl's mom, has other cats in her home, some positive and some negative for the virus, yet they all live happily without transmitting it to each other. Pearl, is now five years with her new mom, continues to thrive in her new home and remains happy and healthy.

30/11/2023

"Today marks 8 incredible years since the wonderful Leoni opened her heart and home to these two gorgeous felines! 🐱💕 Meet Snowy and Meisie, the adorable duo who found their forever home with her. It's heartwarming to see how they've thrived and filled her life with endless joy and companionship. Thank you, Leoni, for choosing adoption and giving these precious furballs a loving place to call home. Here's to many more years of purr-fect happiness together! 😺✨ "

29/11/2023

25/11/2023

19/11/2023

Yesterday, a man showed up at my house with a tiny kitten. He said he found it on the road and couldn't leave it there, fearing something or someone might harm it. He had seen other cats and investigated, coming across dead bodies, including the mother of the kitten he brought. He mentioned people with dogs who are trained to attack and kill cats in that area. He also mentioned there are many more cats and kittens.I asked the man to keep an eye on them, gave him a 10kg bag of cat food to feed the cats, and said I would talk to someone to see if we could sort out the problem.
Dear little kitten, you were only with me for half a day and a night, yet I fell in love with you. You were so small and delicate, adorable, loving, and precious. Today, I had to let you go. I had no choice because I couldn't provide what you deserve. I am sure where you are now, you'll receive the best care.I cried my eyes out when the lady drove away with you. I hope and pray that you will be adopted into a very good home, my baby. You are no longer with me, but you will always remain in my heart. All the best to you, my little darling. Much love ❤️

02/10/2023

Dear Righardt,
I am so grateful that you chose to adopt Sokkies from us. You have given her a wonderful home where she will be cherished and cared for. On this chilly and rainy day, you have brightened our hearts and Sokkies’ too. I hope you and Sokkies have a beautiful life together, full of love and laughter. May she bring you joy and happiness.
Thank you!

29/09/2023

Dear Sabie Mast Sterilisation,

I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous sponsorship of my 7 unsterilised cats. Thanks to you, they have all undergone safe and successful sterilisation procedures and are now enjoying a healthier and happier life. You have not only helped me, but also contributed to the welfare of the feline population and the environment.

Your organisation is truly amazing and inspiring. You are doing a wonderful service to the community by providing affordable and accessible sterilisation services for cats and dogs. You are saving lives, preventing unwanted litters, reducing animal suffering, and promoting responsible pet ownership. You are making a difference every day.

I cannot thank you enough for your kindness and compassion. You have touched my heart and the hearts of my furry friends. We are forever grateful for your support and friendship.

Sincerely, Susan