Sunday, December 8, 2019

Kitty Christmas was yesterday and it was simply amazing! A thousand thank yous are being sent.

The giant trailer arrived around 1:25. It gave me goosebumps to see it coming here to FFRC! Many thanks to Nicki and Ed for supplying this transportation. They are brother/sister that owns H E Rudy tricking. Both then pitched in to help empty the truck. And on top of that, they donated a huge amount of canned food for FFRC.

Opening all the boxes and packages was simply beyond wonderful.  We had 886 boxes--an astounding amount!  These boxes weighed in at 17,523 pounds--quite a load!  A mountain of thanks to each and every person who donated these boxes. 💚💗

I'd like to send a special thanks to Angie and Bill for all their hard work on this project--the first box arrived in August and since then, their garage became fuller and fuller with boxes! They also provided a meal Friday evening for the folks that came over to their house to help load up the truck. They also made countless trips to the stores for many of the items.

Another big thanks goes to Lynnette. She is an extraordinary help to me. She also helps me keep organized. She not only works here at FFRC but is a super good friend to me.

Here's just a few numbers:
186 bags of dry adult cat food
202 containers of kitty snackers
76 cases of baby food
209 bags of litter
18 gallons of Odoban
5000 9 inch plates
6800 6 inch plates
10 boxes of 33 gallon trash bags
60 cans of KMR
18 rolls of packing tape
192 boxes of packets of food
77 cases of kitten can food
434 cases of adult can food
64 cans of chicken
And the list goes on and on!

We also received medical supplies that will help us--Idexx test kit, distemper, rabies, bordetella and leukemia vaccines, Convenia, Bravecto, Clavamox, Capstar, Terramycin and Panacur--such a great help.  The cats and I are very grateful.

 Another wonderful gift---as you know, this is our 20th year for FFRC.  We did major reconstruction at the beginning of the year.  As of this week, the bills are all paid in full!  The reconstruction covered the removal of the Cat's Corner Room, the creation of the Paddy's Place, attic wiring, rewiring of electric, several cat doors, new ceiling lights, cat walks, storage shelving in the Stuff Room, the floor completely redone, cabinets, etc.  Many thanks to all involved in this project, from the planning to the paying!

Another awesome gift---our bill is paid in full at the vet's office. BIG thanks!  The bill was for $1,789.96--completely paid in full! Wow!  Plus........bonus!  A credit of $922.42.  And then our bumper uppers stepped in.  We had another $1,565.37 which makes our credit now at the vets----$2,487.79.  Amazing. A colossol of thanks for this!

As a way of thanks, we made a posterboard of a cat with so many involved in FFRC, that we are thankful for--
webmaster--Clay and Vaun make our website (fofrescue.org) possible
administrators--keeps our facebook site clean and family friendly
local supporters--our community, including businesses
moderators--they moderate the cam chat. We want it family friendly
family--they are awesome, from Steve to our kids and grandkids--so supportive. Love them!
sponsors--to donator supporters and those that sponsor cats
lurkers--we love our cam lurkers
veterinarians/techs--without them we would not have the medical care these cats need.
video recorders--they provide the videos that so many enjoy

Kitty Christmas is one of the most exciting day of the year for FFRC.  We go from nearly empty shelves to being stocked and full.  The cats and I are extremely thankful.  Truly a day that should be called Thanksgiving Kitty Christmas!

And we have more thanks to give!  We had BOXES on Thursday---

JBond - for Ramsay, New Track Ball Toy, for Jacci, A Spa gift set For Volunteers--1 large pack of Rice Krispy Treats,  2 boxes of Belvita Crackers, Kashi dark chocolate grain bars, Popcorn, Pretzels, 3 (4) pack of large can Tuna, 2 boxes of Snack Pack Puddings, 2 large pack of Fig Newtons, 4 (3) packs of Dole Fruit Cups. For Kitties,---1 Case of Friskies,2 Cases of 9 Lives cans, 2 treat bags of  Apple Nuggets for horses, goat, and donkey.

Diane (Dilly Di) - 8 XL Teal Bath Towels from Kohl's, 2 large fleece pillow cases for the outside kitties. 

Jennifer R. (Tx) -  for Donell's new parents (when they are chosen), 2 wand toys from Cat Wanderer

Kim R. - Bag of new toys, 2 (10) packs of Squeeze Ups, 1 Case of Fancy Feast 

SeanG and Lena - 1 (10) pack of Squeeze Ups.

Sue T. (NC) - 2 CH Kitty Calendars, 1 for Jacci,  A Wall hanging with a Cat's  Story framed for Jacci, The Official FFRC CH Purple Commemorative Ribbon framed---love it!.  A stack of Kitty Comedic posters for Jacci to hang around the Center.and 2 Chicky $5 for Ramsay and Pania.

Judy Judy - 1 Case (30) L'il Soups.

Jean W. - 2 (40) Cases of Friskies cans, 2 large bags of Iams dry food.

Celie R. and Turbo - 1 Large Canister of Greenie Snacks, 2 Boxes of L'il Soups, 1 (12) pack of Delectable Stew, 1 (12) pack of Delectable Bisque,  4 (10) packs of Sqeeze Ups.

Nathan K. - 2 (12) Cases of 9Lives Cans.

Envelopes

Donna and Robert R.  and their gang (AZ) - Birthday card for Magic - gift card for PetSmart.

Barry and Lori P. (Iowa) - a Christmas postcard with picture of their kitties Calvin and Oscar.

Sue (MacNCheeseM) - donation in honor of Marilyn

Stephanie and Mike K. (Il.) - donation

Brian and Liz (NY) - donation

Florence L. and Jayne (Fla) - Chicky $5 donation

Maria and Miranda - (Sweden) - Christmas Card w/(4) Chicky $5,  a card for Magic's Birthday 

Jeanie and Dave A. (Oh) - donation from a once FFRC baby (Koda) who is now Charlie.

Julie and David (UK) - 3 D Christmas card. for Magic 5th Bday card w/2 Chicky $5, Special Birthday glitter card for Magic w/Chicky $5.

Ellen P. (Ia) - donation, add'tl donation for Janie.

Clark, Jessie and the rest - Bday card for Magic (5) w/Chicky $5, Bday card for Walter (7) w/Chicky $5.

Tearsfromadream - Pania, calendar

Martha C. and Mr. Whiskers - (Tx) - coupons, 2 Chicky  $5.

Elaine and Alan (Fla) - 2 Christmas cards for Jacci and the Center.

Diane N. (TweetiTweet) (Oh) - calendar

Johannah M. (Defiance) - donatioin

Jeanne S.(Fla) - donation for FelizNavidad Fund.

Jeanette (Scotland) - Bday card for Magic with 4 Chicky $5, a Christmas card

We had 2 more adoptions!  Trippadoo and Timax went to their new home together! They went into a home where they are the only cats and will be very well loved. I've already heard from them and it sounds like the kitties are settling in nicely. 

We also heard back from Pansaroo and Kaze's new family--both are blossoming and are love bugs. Kaze likes soft comfy spots to sleep and Pansaroo naps on the table with Lego pieces!  

Cashew, the new snowshoe lynx siamese is doing good. She's a quiet girl and absolutely loves to be petted. She is still hanging out in the back Thumper's Room.

Zinie is coming along.  She developed a fever and simply didn't feel good for a couple days. Antibiotics started and syringe feeding and fluids given. She's much better and looks perkier. Desmond and Donell's energy levels are very good--they are so playful and eating good.  

We have even more thanks to give!

David and Christine and their kitties--donation for the care of the cats and kitties

William M--donation for FFRC

Leanne & Mike--donation in honor of Magic's birthday!

Sean G & Lena--donation in honor of FFRC's Lena

Marie C--donation for the cats and kitties

Kittiesmom--donation in memory of Conii G

Yaseen E--donation for FFRC and Fio

Gusti--donation to welcome Cashew

James G--donation as a thank you for having the cams

Audrey & Gary P--donation in celebration of Magic's 5th birthday

Sandra H--donation for FFRC
Dorothy R--donation for FFRC, enjoys Coralie, Magic and Vernon

Catherine D--donation for a Merry Pawmess!!

We received word on Thursday that our dear friend of FFRC, Conii Gallagher had passed away on Tuesday. Conii was always such a compassionate person, giving to FFRC and others, a real kind hearted person. She had spent a nice Thanksgiving with her family. Her brother George has kept us updated. He or a family member will be coming soon to FFRC with Conii's cats to take over their care.  He also asked FFRC to care for her ashes. I am humbled that we are asked to care for Conii's beloved cats and for her ashes.  She will be so missed--always a kind friend.  Two boxes that we opened at Kitty Christmas were from Conii--always thinking of us. She's the person that sent all the peace poles for Catathon. Also the extra cute baby clothes and the lambie rocker.  

Please, in Conii's memory, do something kind today for another person or a pet.  She would like that. 

Thursday, December 5, 2019

Three more adoptions!  I so love these wonderful homes!
Lizzie--adopted 12/3.  This was an especially happy adoption. She belonged to a friend of mine who could no longer care for her. She found a home with a man who wants nothing more than to dote on her forever!

LuLu and Tingle--adopted 12/4. These two friends were adopted together. They went with a lady who has lots of time to devote to these two kittens. What alot of fun they will be for her!

The doors are all wide open this morning--front to back!  Basani, Desmond and Donell are already up and playing.  Basani is still not 100% and continues to recover from his HBC.  At the moment, he is cuddled up to Derecho and napping. Desmond and Donell are too busy playing with everyone.  Won't be long until Kimmie joins them!

Our volunteer Elizabeth came to the rescue of a cat that we have taken on.  She was told there was a cat in a bag in the town area.  The cat got out of the bag and went into hiding under some pallets.  Angie came then to help Elizabeth and Debbie was on her way to help too, when we received word that the cat was caught!  Why would anyone even think of tying a cat inside a bag?  No matter--that is something that person will have to deal with him/herself. 

This cat was brought here to FFRC last night. Wow, what a beauty and what a sweetie. She is a Snowshoe Lynx Siamese. She's also spayed (with an ear tip), full of fleas and worms, missing some incisors and is in need of a dental.  The fleas are gone. Worming protocol has been started. A bubble bath has done wonders cleaning her fur and skin. She cannot get enough petting and purrs so nicely.  Her name is Cashew, a Name a Cat name.  No age yet, but a full adult. 

We have thanks to give:
Hallie G--donation to FFRC
Kimkost--donation for Giving Tuesday, to support the kitties
Tracy L--donation to FFRC
Kellie and Bill P--donation to FFRC in memory of Dorene Patton
Jakesmeowmy--donation to FFRC
Mary & Michelle LF--donation in memory of Dizzy and Rowland
Katherine E--donation to FFRC
Beth/eaglewatcher--donation for Giving Tuesday
Lu-Little & Benny--donation in memory of Rowland
BillieK--donation in memory of Covie Rowland

TWO more days till Kitty Christmas!  We are all so very excited, thrilled and simply cannot hardly wait for this most special day.  A day of Christmas for all the kitties and cats that will help us for some time to come! The cats have been brushing up on their Christmas songs! 

Yesterday we had our Flash Sale. Many thanks and thumbs up to our mods, donators of these items, chatters who purchased these items, Lynnette and Marcia and to those that tried to purchase but didn't get that opportunity.  We sure do appreciate you all.  Your items will be out the door asap!  And the other good news on this---this Flash Sale brought in $1,168.  Almost exactly the amount needed to pay for a batch of flea prevention we just purchased!!

Friendship......it's a wonderful thing. And there's all types of friendships. But all in all, it fills a void in us..........it helps us to be able to share with others, to confine in another, to know that you are "safe" with that person, it makes us feel that we have worth, helps us cope with traumas in our lives.  A friend can inspire us to live up to our best. A friend won't ask you to compromise your principles and will still care for you regardless of a difference of opinion.  I am grateful for YOUR friendship to all of us here at FFRC and for being a friend also to the organization. Friendship should be a solid thing--to be able to be yourself, to forgive and to appreciate that role in each other's lives.

And the cats............they are amazing!  They also have friendships with each other!  Sometimes they are awesome examples to follow. 

Take care, have a great day.  Short blog due to a busy day.

Tuesday, December 3, 2019

Wonderful news!  I've heard already from our two latest adoptions!
Chaps--from her new mama--haps is doing well.  He is a a bit skittish still but he is coming out, eating and using his litterbox.  He has started talking. He and I played a bit the first night. He wants love. He will com out and snuggle. He meows when I call him.  He is such a nice baby. All the cats are getting along.

Jewell Elizabeth--from her new mama--Her new name is Athena and she is settling in nicely. She has been exploring. She gets along with the dog great. Athena slept next to me which was really sweet.  She's eating well and using the litterbox fine. We are absolutely in love with her.

And this morning, Lizzie will be adopted! Another wonderful new home!

We had BOXES yesterday.  We so appreciate you.
Beth/Eaglewatcher == 6 large containers of  Friskies Party Mix Snacks for Derecho to share

Lisa in Mn == Case of 45 single serve Sheba, Case of Stew & Briskets Sheba Pate 

Denise & Elizabeth S from SC == Card, 8 packs of Snacker Sticks, folders, Christmas Hand Towels, Towel and oven mitt set, box tops, Buttermilk Pancake and Skillet set, 7 Pocket Folders , Janie dog Christmas ornament, 2 kitty ornaments 

Dim ==  50 ish , 1cc Syringes and 50ish 3cc Syringes 

Hopee 366 & Avon Cats in Ca == Case of FF Meat & Fish, Package of Delectable Squeeze UPs , 2 packs of Cat Toys, Case of Appetizer,  3 containers of Temptations, box of Broths, 2 40 Friskies,  

Ingrid Ju-IN-Ji  == 4 Cases of Baby Food 

Pat L/Plee in SC == Fabric Pieces , Small blankets, 2 boxes of Purrfectly Chicken  Fabric pieces to go to our cat toy maker and the small blankets can be used wherever needed.

 

Rose/sf6cats & Rich == Card & Donation ,  LARGE bag of Farmer Johns Butter Popcorn  😁

Brian C. == Yeowl CatNip , Yeowl Cat Nip Bananas, 2 cases of FF poultry and beef food, 12 purple towels 

Multi person Project, 5 Darn It Dolls

Sheri B == 15 Blankets -3 different designs!

ENVELOPES

Friend of FFRC  == 3 Cat Slings 

Michelle & Mary == Card & Donation for Feliz Navidad 

Pat/Tinkerbell == Card, Stickers & Donation 

Miss R A == Cross Stitch Xmas Ornaments 

Jackie W/Jwasbear  / Az == Card & 2 Chickie $5 

Steph & Trever == Card for Magic and 2 Chickie $5 

Tom C from Il == Card & Donation 

Anita G /Defiance == Card & Donation 

Judy R/ Fl == Card & Donation for Feliz Navidad

Allen & Elaine / Fl == Card, Stamps & Donation in Memory of LittleKat 

Paula N == Card

Anne M == Card & Fiver Friday Donation 

Remember, if I ever give out incorrect info, it's fine to email me and let me know!  Most things are easy fixes!

We took on a new kitten.  Her name is Kimmie, a Name a Cat name.  Kimmie is a sweet girl, a brown tiger with 4 white feet and chest.  She was found by a couple 4 weeks ago. She is one of the rare kittens that arrive with some vet work already done!  Her birthday is 8/27/19 and is 14 weeks old. She so loves people.

These sad news events are terribly hard to deal with. We lost a Covie, Rowland late last night.  He has been in the front Thumper's Room 3 times in the last 2 1/2 weeks. Rowland was 16 1/2 years old. We knew he was certainly showing his age--not very energetic, appetite off.  But, his pulse and respirations were good and so was his color and he still was eating. So, after 2 short stays, he went back out to his home, the Cove. Monday was different--he was brought up again and this time, more details could be found. His heart was "off", his respirations very fast, his back legs wouldn't work and he was very very tired.  Life was no longer fun and after a conversation with our vet, she felt that this was another cardiomyopathy and that he threw a saddleblock clot.  These decisions are very very hard. But, living with back legs that do not work and being made to live in an atmosphere that is totally not his home, is not the way for Rowland. He peacefully left us and we shall miss him terribly.  

Rowland arrived at FFRC as a 1 year old on 5/11/04.  His birthday was 5/11/03. He was such a lovey boy and so sweet and ornery!  He was one of the "rulers" of the Cove. His name was originally Rolland but we would also write Rowland too because when he would roll on the ground it would look like he was rowing! In 2005, before we had our Covie playground and THTJB, he was loose on the property. He was hit by a car, right in the parking lot and had to have a button surgery to correct his lip droopage. He also fractured his pelvis at that time. But, he healed quickly and resumed his place as one of the Covie bosses. Rowland was everyone's friend and would great all the visitors and love being in a lap.  We sure loved this boy. 

We have more thanks to give--

Rita DC--donation to FFRC, in memory of her sisters cat Tiny Toe. 

Ferole--donation in honor of Dooey!

Harm B--donation to FFRC

Shannan W--donation for FFRC

Kimkost--donation to FFRC to help towards the replacement of all the fire extinguishers here.  After talking to the fire chief, we realized our fire extinguishers had probably exceeded their time to be the most effective.  We have 15 of them and are replacing them for safety reasons. 

We had two more adoptions--Maggie and Sadie. I couldn't do these on cam or mention it until now.  They were adopted 12/2 to a family that has visited them a couple times. These two kittens were given to a different family member that has seen them from the cam and so wanted them!  The family made this possible for the young lady! I've already heard back and both kittens have settled in nicely. 

Today is Trivia day at 5:00 this afternoon.  The theme will be announced this afternoon!  Have fun. 

Sunday, December 1, 2019

Happy December month! 2020 is coming right up. 

We have had 2 more adoptions!
Chaps was chosen.........he made his sweet presence known to a lady who wants a cat that will be hers! We even gave her a jar of baby food to "anchor" her as his person.  We had a little incident when his carrier was picked up, with him in it.  The corners gave way and opened up and out he came. Scared him.  This is why we double check all crates. We use a lot of zip stripes just to make sure.  While I zipped his crate, his new mama went looking again for Chaps. And he was settled down and let her carry him again.  I am betting within a couple days, he's going to be firmly bonded with her!

Jewell Elizabeth also found a wonderful new mama.  It was so nice to see the great reaction of Jewell Elizabeth to her. They were to go to Chicago for the night and then continue on to Wisconsin today.  Such a great lady who was so excited about her new cat!

We have more adoptions coming up..........Sadie, Lizzie, LuLu, Timax, Trippadoo, Maggie

Tomorrow is our HumaneOhio surgery date! Hoping for a full truck to send up! .
Other upcoming dates:
Dec. 3, Tuesday........Trivia
Dec. 4, Weds............Flash Sale
Dec. 7, Sat................Kitty Christmas!!!!!!!!!!!
Dec. 9, Monday........Another HumaneOhio

Remember, we also are having a big MALE cat NEUTER day on Dec. 21, a Saturday. Please call our office weekdays 9-5 to schedule.  Neuters are $25.  This includes the surgery, vet physical, capstar, wormer and a 24 hour soreness med.  Other options will be Leukemia/Fiv tests ($20), Distemper vaccine ($10), Rabies ($10), Flea Prevention ($10). 

Calendar update!!  Friday Night Mary has again designed an FFRC cat/kitten calendar.  They are $20, includes shipping!  All are our very own stars!!  If interested, send in your paypal or check.  Be sure to note that it's for the 2020 calendar.  They will arrive with Mary this coming Friday. We will show them on cam but you are invited to go ahead an order now.  Many thanks, Mary!

We have thanks to give:
Tessa T--donation to FFRC
Lorene B--donation to FFRC
William K--donation to FFRC
Janet M--donation for FFRC
Yvonne VDK--donation for Thanksgiving!
Mindy R--donation in honor of Schinn who cared for their cats while on vacation
Miranda G--donation to FFRC

We received our Amazon monthly check for September!  It was for $178.15.  This is FREE money, just for using FFRC's Amazon. It's so simple.......we'd love to have your help!  Just go to our website at fofrescue.org.  Click on WAYS TO HELP (on the blue bar).  Scroll down to Amazon, click. One more click----SHOP AT AMAZON.  This will take you to the Amazon site and FFRC gets a kick back!  Many thanks!

Basani is doing good!  He and Dolan and Desmond are on the floor together now in the back Thumper's Room.  All are on antibiotics and their food intake is being watched closely.  The two D boys are now starting to gain weight!  All 3 are so sweet.

Fio's other set of sutures are now removed! Fio is one determined boy. He loves to play with an upside down Lil Soup bowl--it makes noise and he can follow it.  He does real well going up and is now learning how to get down!  Our Jessie also continues to do great!  She told me she thought she was only 10, not 20.......that's how good she feels!  The Porchies, Covies, Barnies and Firehouse Cats are also doing good.  They enjoy their red heat lights--we have some for everyone! All the outside cats received 2 great turkey meals on Thanksgiving.

We have more thanks to give:
Ed W--36 cans of 9-Lives
Mr. Whiskers to Spiker, his friend--12 bags of dry food.  Spiker loves it!
Our 2 little friends--Riley--Bleach, can food, dry food, kitty toy and Brandi--dish soap, snackers, wand cat toy and dry food
Jean W, Teresa S, Jete, Posie & Major--2 large litters
Alan and Elaine, in memory of Little Cat--2 big bags of litter, 1 case appetizer, 5 cases of Friskies, 1 case of FF and one big case of Friskies

The kitties and cats received an early Christmas present from Anne and James!  It's a new tree tower complete with leaf branches!  They so love it.  They've been in it lots--I think they think they are wild cats climbing a big tree! Many thanks!

Dooie is a super wonderful cat!  He so wants his very own home.  He's 1 1/2 years old, neutered, vaccinated, wormed, vet checked, etc.  He's sweet, very handsome, friendly with people and cats and dogs. He's also excellent in a house.  Dooie is siamese mix with the most gorgeous blue eyes!

Weds., November 27, 2019

Hang on to your fur, your paws and your tail.........it is windy out there.  Gusts in the 50's.  Rain earlier today but no other precipitation today.  

We had BOXES yesterday!  We sooooooo LOVE Boxes!  Many thanks.

Kathy H - Lots n Lots of Fleece to make blankies for FFRC Kitties

David & Pat - Photo Canvas of Rose & Iris by David

Cindy, Lindy & their special Peanut - Case of yummy Kitty food

Conii with Elliot, Alessandra & Giovanna - Christmas Tree House for kitties

Dilly Di - Feather toy for Fern, Tub and 4 bags kitty Snackers, Nutirsh Snacks for Janie, Stocking full of kitty toys, 4 Purple Purr Buddies, 2 pkgs balls, Lots of PipeCleaner Toys, Kickaroos, Pom Pom Toys, Snakes, Caterpillars, 2 XL Snakes (Fern loved his), Lots n Lots of toys & 35-40 Cups of Appetizers.  Blue Turbo Track & For Fio from Tazzy - Super Turbo Track

PiperJo - 4 Boxes of Whiskas

Ann in the UK - 8 gorgeous keychains with Kitties & Pawprints with beads  $15 each

SunnyJ - WA  Kitty Card - Stamps for Donna, Box Tops, M&M's for Lynnette, 2 towels for FFRC, 3 sets of Kitty Christmas Towels, Greeting Cards, 2 Glass Kitty Ornaments ( Farah & Paddy), 2 Hand towels & 2 Bath towels for FFRC, Tape, Greeting Cards, 2 glass meow feeding bowls, Cat Magnet, 2 Christmas Kitty glasses, Snowman Blankie & Santa Blankie

Kathy D - CA  2 Super Soft Blankies, Kitty Bath Towel

Marco - Germany - Bag of Foam Balls, 4 pkgs Kitty Snackers (Smile Toothies), 4 LED flashlights for a headband, Cleaning Wipes, Boxes My Star pkts, Salmon, Beef & Liver, 2 Boxes My Star Kitty Licks

Kathie, Donnie & Critters, Note with photos of her critters - WV - 12 paintable kitties for keychain, Book Markers $3 ea. or 5 for $13  Desmond & Donell, Desmond, Rosalind, Lena, Charnie Bear, Derecho & Fio.  24 Pocket Calendars 24 months with FFRC Kitties on the front/back covers  $10 each

Judy B - 2 Boxes Squeeze-ups

Auntie Napa - 2 Boxes Lil Soups for Pania & Friends

Michelle U - Kitty Card with Note - 2 magnets, 2 bags of Bondi Licks, Janie Treats, 6 Sheba Cups, 2 Kitty Advent Calendars (One for Pania--she insisted!), 2 Dog Advent Calendars.

Jeanette H - Scotland - Kitty Card  Leopard Kitty Bed (Coralie will approve!)  Kitty Tunnel (Kittys will have a party soon!) Pretty Purple Blanket

Brian C - case of 24 cans KMR, 48 cans extra soft Mom & Baby canned food

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We've had another adoption!

Kenzel went to her new home. This family had come in several times to visit her. She was always a "melted kitten" in their arms! So happy for Kenzel.

Carnie Bear is doing so great. The new family says they love him and he is perfect.  He settled right in and is sleeping with them and is happy! 

Carolyn, who adopted Bertha 3 years ago is also doing great. Her name is now Sally.

Great news!  Our Pampered Chef party went super!  Melissa, who is the Pampered Chef consultant, sent a note.   "I did a party for Angie L to get items for FFRC.  I gave a white stone, tortilla warmer, a cookbook, mix and chop, silicone prep bowls. I also gave a check from a donation of the money from the show.  I donated $100.00 plus you got about $800.00 hostess free stuff (This will be used in our next Catathon!). So glad we could help out. Looking forward to another show in the spring."  Thanks, Melissa and Angie L and to all those that purchased items!

We took on a new kitten. His name is Basani, a Name a Cat name. A lady found him and brought him to FFRC.  He is a possible hit by car, his back legs were terribly sore and wobbly. He is also being treated for a slight URI.  It's like he has a slight neurological problem with his hips, legs and also for potty issues.  He was given antibiotics, anti-inflammatories and soreness meds.  Today............wonderful news!  He could tell he had to potty and actually pottied in his litterbox......progress!  Ohhhhh, we get so excited about good litterbox improvements!  Basani is super sweet.  He LOVES to be held and purrs constantly. He even kneads his little paws while he's sleeping!  Basani is a grey kitten with a white diamond and white tummy. His birthday is 9/2/19 and he arrived 11/25. He weighs 2.08, a bit thin but he's enjoying his meals! 

And we have more thanks to give!

Stephanie M--donation to FFRC

Colleen P--donation to FFRC
KM T--donation from the Aldrin Family, in memory of Michael Cromer

James W--donation for FFRC

Lila T--donationi for Basani

Anne L--donation in memory of Martin

Lu-Little & Benny--donation in memory of August, Dizzy and little Martin

Tomorrow morning we have an adoption!  Not positive which kitten will go yet, but the family is awesome and will take excellent care of whichever one they pick!

Saturday late morning, our sweet Jewel Elizabeth will be going to her new home. She will have a quiet home. The type of home that will let her blossom! So happy for her.

The 3 new kittens, Trippadoo, Weezie and Sita are doing great. They are now in the Main Area and have joined the crazy kittens in their play! So fun to watch. 

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving!  For my family, we will be going to my sister Patti's house! She loves to cook which is so nice! I am thankful for the volunteers who will be here tomorrow, a holiday, to watch over the cats and kittens. On an FFRC level, I am so grateful for all of our volunteers, our mods, our admins, our chatters and lurkers, our internet friends--our entire FFRCNation.  Never could there be a nicer, kinder, compassionate group of people.  And last but not least..........I am so grateful for each and every kitten and cat that is here. It is a true honor to care for them. They truly are such wonderful felines!  Have a very nice day tomorrow. Please know how grateful I am for each of you. 

Sunday, November 24, 2019

Our Charnie Bear was adopted yesterday. He was here only 9 days and had at least 10 applications before I stopped taking any more!  He went to an awesome family that was so ready for a sweet, fluffy boy to love!  And now.....if we can only get that wonderful Dooey adopted!

I don't like these kind of times--too hard on the heart. As you know, we lost our August last week.

And now we have lost Dizzy. She passed away yesterday, 11/23. Dizzy arrived 8/13/19 from Dr. P's office. We knew she had severe stomatitis and was treated for that. About a month and a half ago, Dr. Darcy rechecked her and it was realized that she also had mouth cancer--and was progressive. Dizzy was checked again a couple weeks ago. We knew then it was just a matter of time. But, she surprised us all and ate really good for 2 weeks and actually gained weight. But yesterday, the cancer tissue interfered more with her swallowing. She didn't eat yesterday and last night had a trouble swallowing . It was time to let her go. She was held, kissed and left so peacefully. A hard loss. I'm glad she was with us as I feel she knew she was well loved.

We had also taken in a wee kitten yesterday, 3 1/2 weeks old with probable CH. He was born in a barn, a single kitten and his presence was not really known about until Saturday, yesterday. There apparently was a big cat fight in the barn which drew attention to this kitten by the family. The people there noticed his imbalance and brought him in. We named him Martin. The short time he was here, was a bit rough--he cried......alot. And he just didn't have much strength to nurse properly. He was kept warm, had his Purple Purring Mama and given formula, as he would permit. He passed away this morning, in the early hours as I was holding him.

Let's hope all goes more smoothly now. These are heartbreakers for sure. But, even knowing what is probably going to happen, FFRC is honored to take these kitties/cats in and at least show them the love that is in the world. Never do we want anything to pass without feeling that special love. 

We also took in 3 new kittens Friday. They were brought in because they could no longer live in the apartment complex that they were born at. All 3 are sweet, born 8/10/19 and are 15 weeks old. Their names came from the Name a Cat list. 

Sita--black with white diamond, armpits and tummy, female

Weezie--all black tiger, male

Trippadoo--black tiger and white, male

They are right now in the back Thumper's Room.  They are playful, healthy and happy kittens.   

And we have thanks to give.......

Kelly L--donation to FFRC
Susan A--donation for Martin

Madisonpepper--donation for a blankie for Martin (which he did get)

Marie C--donation for Martin

BillieK--donation in memory of Covie August & Dizzy and for medical needs for Zini

Short blog.  Just enjoy your day and give your pets much love. 

Saturday, November 23, 2019

The kitties received an early Thanksgiving meal!  Thanks to Patrick and Vicki who baked a turkey just for the cats and kitties.  They have had snackers of turkey a couple times this week! And now, they have another special Thanksgiving meal for Thursday, from the Fur Haven Cats too! 

We had our Fun-Raiser on Weds.  It was awesome. Sometimes my thank yous are hard to say in the magnitude that I want them to be.  This FFRCNation that we have is amazing and so very supportive. You all make me want to do the very best that I can for each and everyone of these kitties and cats. I thank you for making it possible for what we do here.

This is the short version of our Fun-Raiser.  So sorry--I lost some of the info.

Item A--Larissa's 4 lovlies, 57 tickets, won by Ellie Sue
Item B--Aicok Breadmaker, 25 tickets, won by LJ--is for a vol. drawing!
Item C--Thomas Kinkaid, 15 tickets, won by Hattonboyz--is for a vol. drawing!
Item D--Pawprint Quilt--103 tickets, won by Ferole
Item E--Leafblower--39 tickets, won by Craig M
Item F--Fiber Optic Angel, 23 tickets, won by Joco
Item G--Warped Quilt, 103 tickets, won by Ruth D
Item H--iPad , 260 tickets, won by Kerswill

Our consolation prizes were drawn and already sent out!  The Grand Total, after bump ups, was a whopping $3,700!!!! The bumper-uppers are awesome! So happy and thankful. 

We had BOXES before the drawing---
Jeanette of Furr Haven--2 big bags of fresh homegrown catnip!!, 1 case Merrick Purrfect Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner for all the cats to share, 1 box of Tiki Broth pouches

StripeyD--super big heated water bowl (many thanks!), 3 packs of turbo scratcher refills, pack of coil spring toys for PawPaw and his friends, 3 cases of baby food

And we have more thanks--
Marti W--donation to FFRC
Martin M--donation for Dizzy
Sven W--donation for FFRC
Marie C--donation for where needed
Gusti--donation to help with electricity for the Covies, in memory of August

Fio had one set of sutures removed.  A couple more days and the other set will also be gone. He did a jump from the kuranda tower and landed square on!  Desmond and Donell are both gaining weight. And that little Donell is finally realizing that we are friends!

Zini, the newest grey/cream torti is now up and about in the Main Area. She's doing good--seems relaxed. Her surgery for that very large hernia has been changed a couple times.  It is now scheduled for December 2, a Monday. 

I wanted to give an update on Dizzy.  She has had two weeks here since Dr. Darcy saw her again. And they've been a good 2 weeks. Her appetite has been good, she has gained weight.  But the truth is also still there--her cancer in her mouth is growing. So........we've been doing good holding, petting, feeding and loving on her. 

All is good here.  The kittens are growing, the cats are happy, more adoptions coming up!