Time to do a catch-up.
We had an FFRC surgery day on 9/15. I'd like to thank Dr. Darcy, Amber, Lynnette, Sue, Dawn E, Becky M, Donnajb, Mary Braid, Beth & LJ for their help. Also to Gusti for our drinks and to Joyce D for our pizza lunch.
Spays: Myra, Tickles, Toodles. We also did a spay on a volunteer's cat.
Neuters: Cashew, Mr. Anderson, Atticus, Lumani, Boaz and Barin.
We also did the first phase of helping Thapar with her eye entroprion. This is usually a genetic condition in which a portion of the eyelid is inverted or folded inward against the eyeball. It results in irritation and scratches to the cornea. We have been applying ointments for weeks to prevent these scratches.
Cashew also had a toenail bed removed from his paw that was injured in the brake caliper. We are hoping this may have been the source of his pain in that foot. We will remove sutures in 10 days or so. He possibly still will need more reconstruction of this paw. Time will tell.
March--Dr. Darcy still feels he will do better with removing his leg. He had obtained a fractured femur before his arrival and it was left to heal in a bad position. The femur is actually twisted--not in a "comfortable" position for his muscles or hip. Due to needing special instruments to do this surgery, we have to wait until next month. By removing this leg as a youngster, it will keep him from future pain as an adult and oldster.
You may have noticed a new name above--Barin. We took in a new kitten on 9/12/18. He is a 15 week old brown tiger/white/ASH male. His birthday is 5/30/18. His name Barin means Noble Fighter. He arrived after being found by himself in someone's yard. He had a mega flea infestation. But, those are all gone now. He is a bit different than most cats as he is another two-legged cat. But, he is missing his front legs from the elbow down. We feel this is probably due to an injury that happened at the elbow joint. All is healed nicely. He gets along by using his stumps and scoot walking. His fur is bunny-soft. He's a super sweet boy that so loves to be cradled and fussed with. He also has a significant heart murmur--it's graded 4/6. Dr. Darcy will recheck him next month. Barin will soon be up in the Main Area.
We had BOXES on 9/11. I want to give my thanks to you all for your wonderful support.
Kris M - 2 large couch beds, 1 tan, 1 blue ( perhaps for Spiker and Alma), 2 Touchcat beds with cat appliques, 1 tan, 1 blue, 1 cozy pet bed blue, 1 soft white bed/stand with 4 balls attached.
Kay M. - donation and a lovely letter to Jacci. Boxtops and PopTabs Introduced to
FFRC by our Nona.
SpankyEggwhite - handmade decorative flowers, stickers and return address labels for FFRC.
Sean G. - Kitty Fanny pack, 2 little kitty purses, and a kitty shoulder pack.
Barbara E. - 12 handmade adoption bags, bags of homemade tissue holders.
Mary D. and Randi M. - 4 cases of Appetizers
Dottie C. - a bag of earrings, Cats and Dogs coloring book for adults and colored pencils, hairband toys, 2 purses, 9 packs of baby bathing cloths, 6 cans of 9 Lives, 2 large orange plastic bags.
Karen C. - Knitty kitty ball toy, 5 bags of kitty snackers, bag of candies for the Volunteers, 4 kitty purses, 4 kitty themed clasp child pocketbooks, wind chime.
Snoopybaby and Preakie - 1 16lb bag of Purina One Salmon, 2 cases Fancy Feast, 1 case of Friskies, 2 cases of baby food.
Mr. and Mrs. Medic - 2 cases of Fancy Feast
Catlvr14 - potty bags, 6 beautiful handmade shawls, large bag of pop tabs
Linda S. - 5 handmade scarves and 4 handmade hats
Theresa (Ft. Wayne) - donation
Melissa - Sponsorship for Spiker
Barb (Phleb) - Donation in honor of Spiker.
Jean T. - Case of 50 bags of Lays Potato chips for Volunteers
We also had an adoption on 9/13. Our sweet Barnabus made it---he found his very own home. A couple came in and really liked him. He showed he approved by rolling over and showing his tummy for a tummy rub. They have a quiet home for Barnabus.
We had 2 more adoptions on 9/15. Pow Wow and Clowey went to their new home. They now have their very own mom and dad. This family visited Pow Wow and Clowey several times before the adoption and so loved them. I believe they will be keeping their names for both kittens.
Our Connie D did a magnificent rescue of John, our Covie boy. John and Dollop are best friends and love to explore! They love to race and tear around and climb up the big tree. John decided to climb the big poles of the Cove and ended up on the super tall roof. I'm sure Dollop was encouraging him. Then...he realized he couldn't get down. Connie, using two ladders, rescued him! Thanks, Connie D!
We have more thanks to give too:
Joanna Z--lots of treats & a donation to FFRC, during her visit to FFRC
Jody626--lots of "stuff" during her visit to FFRC
Judy & Phil--donation to FFRC
Conii, Elliott, Alyssandrah & Gyovannah--10 cat toys, RC baby cat dry, 6 cases of various Fancy Feast, 2 Temptation snackers & 4 cases Tiki cat
Painteddaisy--lots of "stuff" for the cats and humans
Donavon S--donation for Victor, Jackson & their friends
Lynne W--donation to FFRC
Pamela C--donation for FFRC
Janefrom TN--donation for FFRC
Lena H--donation for FFRC
Helen C--donation to FFRC
Christopher S--donation to FFRC
Nancy C--donation for FFRC, in honor of Ramsay
The dead cherry tree branches have been trimmed back at the Covie's place. There was actually quite a few of them that needed this done but in one morning, the job was accomplished. Hoping now our playground fence is safe. They will be coming back at the end of the week. Many of you know our beautiful giant cottonwood grove of trees. One of these is mostly dead and presents a problem of dropping large branches. There are also 3 of these huge trees that have taken to leaning more and more and now presents a problem of falling down. This could possibly knock out some of our small pens on the farmyard, the outside lightpost or some of the smaller trees. We also worry that if these should fall on their own, they may hit some of the many farm animals. So, these 3 trees will be safely taken down. There will still be many of these beautiful trees left.
Coralie, Kiara and Zelda are on the desk, all napping. Nyota continues to do great. She is such a happy, free to do what she wants girl. She so enjoys ear rubs and can purr very loud. Alma has a new climbing tree. It's lower to the ground for her to stretch on when she wants. I saw her using it yesterday. Vernon still does his "uppies". Eddie White continues to enjoy life and is out and about everywhere--such a joy to see. Magic has had his playtime this morning--he gets great fun out of trying to catch Lucie's tail when she is on the lower level of the Kuranda Tower. And then Lucie usually bats Magic on the head.........and the game is over for the day!
As you know, my mom passed away Thursday 9/13. I am at a total loss of words. But, I feel this--so much love and prayers, donations in her memory and kindness has been shown to myself and my family thru all of you folks. My heart is full of sadness for the loss of Mom but yet filled with thankfulness for you all. Mom was such a huge part of our lives that I feel rather lost. My heart, along with my time schedule is all broke. I know time will help but in the meantime, be patient with changes here at FFRC for a while. Know that your caring about my mom has filled me with such gratitude. Mom loved this Rescue Center too. She especially loved her cat Shamballie and Coralie. She and my Dad gave me the compassion that I have in my heart. I have been blessesd with a wonderful family and awesome friends--all of which I am grateful for. While I feel a bit lost for right now, the stories my family and I have shared recently about my mom and dad have lifted my heart. I know in my heart, that mom is ok, I know where she is and I know who she is with. It's just that act of missing her that is hard. But......memories are a wonderful thing and healer.
We will get back to a BOX schedule soon, sometime this week. We will also have a Fun-Raiser very soon. We've had one planned twice now but have had to postpone it. Will keep you posted. Have a happy day.
