I'd like to give thanks to the following for their donation to FFRC, in memory of Brooke. We will purchase a leaf for our Tree of Giving in her memory. Thank you Mudjie, Flymom, Anonymous Friend, Cantoncat, Fran D, Tammy & Keith C., Burgundy and Janet K.
Boaz was at the vet's office on Friday for an x-ray. He did indeed hurt his rear leg. He cracked off the "knob" at the top of his femur. This is the first fracture that has happened here at FFRC in all of our 20 years. It appears (from viewers) that he fell from a cat walk. On Tuesday (not Monday, as first thought), he will have an FHO--femoral head ostectomy. An FHO removes the head of the femur--the "ball". The muscles of the leg will hold the femur in place and with time, scar tissue forms between the acetabulum and the femur, which provides a cushion, or a false joint. This surgery will mean he will have pain-free mobility in time. Please keep him in prayer and your good thoughts.
Mowgli also went to the vet's office on Friday. The little rascal had her feeding tube almost pulled out all the way. It's all taken care of and sutured in place once again. And now she sports a nice collar made for a feeding tube, thanks to her Auntie Beth.
More update on Mowgli: As you know, I believe in honesty with our viewers. There is concern about her tongue, per both Dr. Darcy and Dr. P. I've talked to Dr. P last night and to Dr. Darcy again today. We have decided, in the best interest of Mowgli that we will not do a biopsy. When she first arrived, it was hopeful that she had had an "accident" in regards to her tongue. But as time has gone on, it appears this is not true. It's become more evident that she probably does have cancer to her tongue. Doing a biopsy would be informative only--there is no cure, no treatment. And because it's the tongue, there is concern with controlling the bleeding. Her tongue tissues are very friable, which means sutures probably wouldn't hold. I've already been told by a person that we should've done a biopsy earlier. My answer was why? It doesn't change a thing. Yes, it might've told us it was cancer earlier, but really--would that change anything? Absolutely not. Only thing is it would've caused a cut on her tongue that maybe could not be stopped from bleeding. This same person said her slobbers really shouldn't be tolerated. Here at FFRC, we love the cats for who and what they are. If that means cleaning bottoms or wiping up slobbers, that is what we do. And we do it with love.
So....we continue on with Mowgli. She is on soreness meds which is important. But....her quality of life is utmost important. Without her feeding tube, taking in enough nutrition and calories by her, would be impossible. As long as the tube stays in, as long as she is happy, as long as she is comfortable, as long as life is important to Mowgli, we can continue on.......for a bit. You all know we love this girl with a passion. She has just enough sass in her to benefit her. She has sweetness galore. And right now, yet, she is happy. We will cherish each day with her. Please keep her too in your prayers and good thoughts--for her to be peaceful.
Farrah--we surely do miss this precious girl. Our days are strange and different without her. It's been a bit hard. I want to give thanks to these folks who have donated in memory of Farrah: Burgundy, Ellen P and her mom. Also Sara & Brian H purchased 2 calming collars for FFRC, in memory of Farrah and in honor of the Farrah litter.
WE had BOXES yesterday---the huge help you give to FFRC is so so appreciated. YOU truly make a difference to FFRC.
JBond - 50 Hot/Cold Cups with Doggies, Blue Diamond Almonds, 2 Boxes 24ct Pretzel Crisps, Nature Valley Bars, 20 pk Cookies, Crackers & Chips, 30 Pkts Pretzels 12 pkts Lays Puffs, 22 Fruity Snacks, Kind Bars, Rice Krispie Treats, 24puddings, 16 pkt Ritz Crackers, 2 pkgs 24ct Fig Newtons
Donnie & KathyinWVA with Junior, Sandy, Pork, Beans, Mingo, Double Stuff, Picachu, Stripe and outside Peanut with Doggies Chloe Bell & Foster Dog Red - Decals for Mowgli's dishes and others for PawMart, also lots of BookMarks with FFRC kitties, Paw Print Key Ring
Don & Sandy - 4 Bags Pania Flakes, 2 boxes 24ct Sheba, 12 Delectable pkts. 58 Chewy Dips
TearsFromADream - For Farrah and others who went before--Statue Kitty with Wings "I am with you always" We will put this next to Farrah's stone when it arrives
Dawn/Hope366 - Very Nice Cat Condo for Ramsay
Lollimop - 48 pkgs Pringles
Barbara/Pleblady - 4 tubs Clorox, 6 cases Baby Food, 11-120ct Qt Bags
Anony - 3-12ct Whiskas, 3-24ct Whiskas, 4-24ct Friskies, 8 Boxes Little Soups
Anony - 10 Boxes-56 ct 30gal Trash Bags, 4 Boxes-13gal Trash Bags,
Anony - 6 Boxes 13gal Trash Bags, 4 Gallons Mr Clean Spring Flavor
K Kris - Beautiful comfy bed for Mowgli and she promptly got in and started making biscuits.
Anony for Volunteer - Air Fryer
Carri & Ken - Sympathy Card & Donation in Memory of Farrah
Marilyn/OregonCatLady - Kitty Card & Donation in Memory and to honor FFRC's Special Needs, Elder and Rainbow Bridge Kitties
Mike/sophieandlucysdad - MI - Sympathy Card in memory of Farrah
Ellie Sue - NY Coupons for Puina One, Paw Points
AnonyCatLover - Hummingbird Sympathy Card in memory of Farrah
Plus, we have more thanks:
Janet M--donation to FFRC
Colleen P--donation for FFRC
Colleen P--donation for FFRC
Jill D--donation to help with Mowgli's medical needs
Kathy W--donation to FFRC, in honor of Paula A's birthday! Happy birthday!
Photo by Ethington--donation to FFRC
Jones Shop--donation for FFRC
Olivia V--donation for FFRC
James W--donation to FFRC
David W--donation to FFRC, to be used as needed.
You may have noticed that our sweet Deano is back--he's one of the Rat Pack kittens. He's only here temporarily. His mom and dad have had him to the vets office and the x-rays shows that he has a hiatal hernia. Because of some vomiting, we are going to keep Ollie (his new name) until Dr. P decides what to do. Sometimes a surgery is needed, but he's so small yet--may need more grow-up time. In the meantime, he will stay here so he can be observed. His mom and dad will be visiting and definitely will take him back home!
This coming Saturday is our next FFRC surgery day. We will be doing the spays of the 4 girls left of the 8 kittens. They all have been spoken for and have just been waiting for their spays to be done. Shortly after that day, we should have the last 5 of those 8 going home!
There's a real possibility in the next week that Hatima, Debbnie and Monique will be going to their new homes. Sasekani also has someone of interest for her!
Enjoy this wonderful day. There's been some extra sadness going on here. As one of our dear friends has said: "But our hearts stay steady and loving because we believe in Love and Care." Oh, so true.
