Tuesday, April 16, 2019

And yet, another new cat. Her name is Kayala (kay-ah-la), a Name a Cat name. This was a cat that was dropped up (we are thinking so) on the property. We almost had her Monday morning but she was just elusive enough to stay outside of our reach. We were hoping to get her so we could send up to HumaneOhio for a spay.  Kayala is a torti, about 1 1/2 years old with a birthday of 10/4/17. Traps were set yesterday and sure enough, she was in one this morning.  She was taken to the front Thumper's Room and released, knowing she was not feral. This sweetie is like a velcro girl--loves to be petted. She was so very hungry and downed an entire can of food very quickly. 

We have worked hard on this property for many many years to keep all the cats spayed and neutered. So far this year, we know of 3 cats that have appeared.  This is just heartbreaking for me. It's taken alot of work to be 100% spayed/neutered here and all it would take is one pregnant cat to have her babies here to make the population grow quickly. To just randomly drop off cats is totally irresponsible. Sometimes the cats leave, sometimes they get hit by a car, sometimes they are not country smart and get attacked by wild animals. 

We have also taken back an FFRC cat.  His name is Boaz--pronounced Boe-az. He originally arrived when he was 12 weeks old and was adopted on 12/6/18. He's just a big kitten in a big body--he's still technically a kitten, will be 1 years old in June. Everything is great with Boaz--he was just a bit too "kittish"/rambunctious for this family. 

We have moved Citrine and Enola in the back Thumper's Room. They are both doing great and love the attention. In a couple days, maybe they will be ready to come up to the Main Area.

We had HumaneOhio yesterday. We sent up 45 cats and 1 dog.  The dog was my grand-dog, a male. The 45 cats broke down to 22 males and 23 females. This now brings our grand 2019 total to 387 cats and 1 dog.   The total breaks down to 211 females and 176 males. We have for 2018 at the same time, a total of 320. That means we are up 67 cats so far. 

I've been asked about Farrah and what happened at the end of Boxes yesterday.  She had started to vomit and looked like she was going to go down so she was taken to the front Thumper's Room. She immediately went down 3 different times, each time getting up again. The last time she stayed up.  It's unknown whether this vomiting triggered something with her heart or not. But, she recovered quickly, respirations became normal again as did her heartrate.  Today she is back to being Farrah. 

On Monday starts our next Fun-Raiser! We have 8 items again--all really nice with some items being different than what we've done before!  It ends on 4/25 at 9 am. BOXES will be that afternoon at 3:00 with the drawing immediately after that. 

We had BOXES yesterday. Again, I am in awe of your generosity. And always thankful---always. 

Kathy (Mod Justme and Barin) - 7 lb bag of Royal Canin Kitten Food for his month adoption time!

Mary S. (NC) - CATATHON - Knitting and Crocheting Basket:  24 Skeins of Yarn 

Kris K - CATATHON - Gardening Basket: 3 Decorator Flower Pot Stakes; Multi-Colored Dragonflies. Pioneer Woman Basket:  PW Electric Coffee Pot, PW Rolling Pin, PW Graduated Canisters with Clamp Lids.

Stacy P. and Maddie Kitty - Handmade Travelers Notebooks (lovely to save mementos of special occasions) ie. playbills, journalling, concert tickets. Various designs, 5 bags of 4.

Phyllis B. (kittiesmom) - CATATHON - Michigan Basket: 4 lb case of Dried Cherries, Michigan Oven Mitt, Michigan Key Chain/Ornament, Apple, Cherry,

Michigan Shaped Cookie Cutters. Movie Basket: 14 Movies.

Anonymous Friend - CATATHON - Patriotic and Veteran Basket:  Eagle Fleece Throw Blanket, "I Am A Veteran Mug, American Flag Pillow Cover, "Our Flag.......Soldiers that Died Plaque, Defender of Freedom Plaque, Double Flag Eagle Statue.  Nierbo 200" Projection 3D Screen, Projector Mount.

Bonita M. (JeezerMD) - CATATHON - Coffee and Tea Basket:  Owl Spoon Rest, Black and Hot Cinnamon Spice Teas, Tea Steeper.  Owl Note Cards, Owl Journal, and Owl White Board.  Silver Elephant Necklace, Gold and Silver Elephant Necklace, Elephant Bracelet, 2 Kitty Pins.

Tasin - 4 cases of (12 each) Fancy Feast Chicken Kitten.

Janna (JBond) - CATATHON - Beach or Tea Basket items.   4 Ocean Coasters.  Beach Basket:  3 tubes of Sunscreen, Sunscreen for Children, Large Nylony Beach Bag.  Cat Basket:  Kitty Watch. Spa Basket: Electric Nose Hair Trimmer.

Donna F. (Canada) -  CATATHON - Star Wars Basket:  Star Wars Fun Pack w/Stickers, Decals, Pens etc.  Wrapping Basket:  4 Gift Wrap Bags.  Boy Basket: Movie Maker Prop Kit.  Cat Basket - Kitty Bookmark.  Puzzle Basket:  3D Wooden Cat Puzzle.

Ros, Pablo, Lost, and PurpleCat - (3 Friends and a Mod)  - CATATHON -Disney Princess Basket:  Collection of 12 Disney Princess Dolls.

PJPanda and Sweet Baby - Nails and hooks to Use for her Homemade Lining for Alma's Alley.  

Lorrie and Mike W. - CATATHON - Survival Kit Basket: Master Opener for Cans, Jars, and Bottles, Mini 4" Waffle Maker, EPA Approved Personal Water Filter, Emergency Weather Solar Crank Radio w/Flashlight.

Lori P. and Oscar (Iowa) - Sharing the food and personal items of their Best Friend, Petey. - 12 Food Packets, Plates, Bed, Bag of Toys, 4 Bags of Dried Food, and 1 case of Blue Wet Food.

Denise and Elizabeth (SC) - CATATHON -  Cat Basket:  Cat Blanket and Leopard Blanket.  Barbie Basket: 4 Outfits and Accessories for Barbie, Barbie Doll and Ken Doll, Farm Barbie, Fashionista Barbie. Socks Basket:  2 Pair of Socks.  Craft Basket: Button Clips, Note Board, Stickers, Paper.  Book Basket:  "Llama llama, misses Mama".   Box Tops for Caryn, 5 - $1 Stamps,  Book of Petco Coupons, Several Packets of Sheba Meat Sticks, 14 Folders for Adoption Bags, Packet of 2 Sponges, 12 Natural Balance Pouches.

Sheila H. (Oilsandsgirl - Mod) - and kitties Ella and Hobbes - CATATHON - Mod Science Basket:  Science and Inventions Book, Crystal Growing Kit.  Hello Kitty Basket:  Toilet Paper, Tissues.  Puzzle Basket - Cat Stax.  Coffee and Tea Basket:  "Kickin' Horses" Sign, Cat Basket - Coloring Book and Pens.  Pacific Salmon, and 20 Air Fresheners for PawMart.

Catlvr14 (Gina) and friend Linda S. - CATATHON - Puzzle Basket - 10 Jigsaw Puzzles.  Knitting and Crochet Basket:  Knitting Needles, 6 Skeins of Yarn.  Gina:  5 Crocheted Shawls (Mint, Natural, Carrot, Sky Blue, Light Damson.  Pop Tabs, 4 Boxes of Bandaids. 

Linda S.:  5 - 2 pack of Crocheted Hotpads, Large beautiful Afghan.

And we have more thanks to give:

Diana DF--a beautiful soft pink rug!

Deborah S--donation to FFRC
Christopher S--donation to FFRC

Suzie H, vol--donation to FFRC, in honor of Marilyn

Loretta B--donation to FFRC

Lynne W--donation to FFRC

Pamela C--donation to FFRC

Jones Shop--donation for FFRC

Here's our giggle! FFRC Captures and Captions Giggles Scene #39. Production by FFRC Captures and Captions, Directed by Derecho.  Special thanks for sonJamac for her silly kitty speak  This is an official video of ©Friends of Felines Rescue Center, Defiance, Ohio 2018. Please click the like/thumbs up button on youtube as it helps generate more $ for FFRChttps://youtu.be/WBtFZu_Rl10

We've heard from the family that adopted Desi. He is now called Oliver.  "He is fully adjusted to our household now. He is so loving and frequently cuddles with me when I am sitting in my chair. Oliver and Baron (Kubu) have finally remembered one another. They have been wrestling around and both absolutely love to play. Oliver loves the automatic laser that I have. Both Baron and Oliver are doing great! They absolutely love to look out the window and lay on my desk."  All is well with our 2 FFRC boys!

We've also heard from the family that adopted Koda. "Our handsome Charlie/Koda has been with us now for over 2 years! He will have his 3rd birthday on 5/4 and we love him so very much."  Sounds like things are good in Koda's world!

Take care all and have a great evening. 

Sunday, April 14, 2019

We got quite a bit of the painting done yesterday, along with some help with the cats. And of course, it had to be the black cats that got some of their fur in the wet paint!  Manville seemed to be trying to turn himself into a tuxedo cat!  No worries though, we've got most off of the cats now! 

We got the ceiling painted in the Paddy's Place room, June's Room and the Kitty Campus Room. We also got about half done of the Main Area's ceiling.  Everything got 2 coats--soaked it right up. And it looks really nice and clean!  Many thanks to Eric M, Mary Braid and Pablo for their help.  And also to Connie D, who was cleaning and was so patient with us all getting in her way!  We'll get the other half of Main Area and the Welcome Room done soon!

Tomorrow will be a busy day. We have a board meeting at 3:00. Also we have our next HumaneOhio spay/neuter day.  As always, check ins are between 5:30-6 am.  Check outs are usually around 5:30-ish pm. 

We took on a new cat from Dr. P's office yesterday.  She arrived at their office on Thursday with a very large laceration from her lip, up her nose, clear to her eye--sliced completely open and flapping.  Dr. Darcy did her suture repair on Friday and did an awesome job of it.  It looks beautiful now and all together.  She arrived here yesterday. Her name is Enola. She's a beautiful black/white cat.  She's cruising about in the front THumper's Room.

We've had 3 more adoptions!
Frank went to his new home on 4/12. He went to a great home, where they had been preparing for him for 3 weeks. He's the first of the 8 kittens to leave.

 Lorry and Tenzin also were adopted, together!  They went to a family that has had 3 cats always but recently, they lost their last one as an oldster. They decided Lorry and Tenzin would be perfect for them! 

Update on Farrah--she is adjusting to her new meds.  The first couple days on her new treatment plan was a little rough for her. But she seems to be back!  She's eating good now and is acting like her self--our wonderful Farrah girl! 

Paw Paw is doing wonderful. He's such a happy oldster. His fur is grown out and it's so nice--he will never be body shaved here! Ramsay loves to be on the "brown box toy"!  He reaches down inside it and plays with the kittens--he so enjoys this! Dingie, our oldster Porchie is also doing well. He's amazing! 

The Covie cats are doing great!  We've been working on their yard to get the winter debris/acorns raked up.  The new trees in their playground area are looking good.  They have a few new cots and outside beds that they are already enjoying! 

We have thanks to give!
Jody J--donation to FFRC for Bonnie's 3rd birthday
Gusti--donation to FFRC for Rosemary's birthday
Lynne--donation to FFRC for looking after all the cats
Helen C--donation to FFRC
Erica--donation in honor of her best friend Ann C, who comes each year to FFRC to vol.
Lana H--donation to FFRC
Phil & Judy--dry cat food, 6 scrub brushes, 9 appetizers, case of FF, toys, lots of springs/balls, bag of yarn and fleece

The Catathon giving has just blown me away.  The generosity of our FFRCNation is astounding. Yesterday we had BOXES and it was by far (other than Kitty Christmas) the biggest BOX day ever.  Much was for Catathon.......absolutely wonderful and we are so very grateful!  Catathon is now 70 days away! 

Anony Friend:  CATATHON - Survival Basket - 1 case New Millenium Nature Bars, (2)

Compass Bracelets the unfolds and becomes Rope, etc., Spark Magnesium, Survival 2 person tent, 1 pack of Safety Light Sticks.

Janna (JBond):  CATATHON - Beach Basket - Cat Beach Towel, Cat Decorator Beach Towel, Waterproof cellphone case, Vansata Power Bank Portable Phone Charger w/LED screen , Waterproof Beach Blanket, LaVogo Black and White Bag, Insulated Beach Cooler Bag, Stainless Steel Straws w/Scour Brush, Beach Towel, Lunch Bag w/strap.      Coffee and Tea Basket - 5 Pack of Herbal and Fruit Teas.     Cooking Basket - Cake Boards.     Game Basket - Domino Game.     Garden Basket - Box filled with packets of seeds, Vegetables and Flowers.  Pollinator Basket - Life Cycle of a Butterfly Wheel of Knowledge, 5 Photographs taken by JBond of butterflies.     Kitchen Basket - Set of 5 Small Bowls, Muffin Cups, Baking Cups, Dessert Cups, Cake Pops Kit, Pastry Cutters, Cupcake Toppers, Forks and Spoons, Canning Labels, Icing Dips and Pens, Party Toothpicks, Cake Decorating Kit,  2 Packs of Lace Doilies, 12 Stack of Square Plates, Cookie Cutters, Cupcake Display Stand.      Barbie Basket - 2017 Holiday Barbie, Wonder Woman Barbie, 1995 Jeweled Princess Barbie, 2011 Holiday Barbie, 1994 Victorian Barbie, "Grease Barbie", 1996 Happy Holiday Barbie, 2000 Celebration Barbie, 1995 Holiday Porcelain Barbie.    Camping Basket - Multi Use BBQ Tool (6 tools in one).    Sock Basket -  Cat and Dog Socks.      Spa Basket - Box of LagunaMoon Body Oils.  Dog Basket - 2 Bowls w/Lids. Baby Girl/Boy Baskets - 1 Pink Bunny, 1 Blue Bunny, 2 Fuzzy Monkey Toys, Do Not Disturb Baby-Dog Sign.      Craft Basket - Velvet Art, Cake Pop Decorations, Cookie Cutter.  2 Kitty Ribbons, (Pink and Navy) for Mary Braid, 4 Cat Necklaces (2 gifted to Jacci), 7 - Keep Calm and Love Necklaces, Bag for Jacci, 3 Large Cat Scarves.     Dog/Cat Basket - Lint Removers.

Anonymous: CATATHON -  Gardening Basket - Set of Garden Tools w/Storage Case, Pack of Peat Pots ( 5 trays ), Mini-cutters, Measured Trowel, 8 Nursery Pots with Grow Tag Labels, Scotts Elite Garden Spreader. 

Kris K.:  CATATHON - Games Basket - 101 Cat Jokes.  Cat Basket - 4 Cat Coasters.  Pioneer Woman Basket (PW) - Colander w/Drip Plate, 4 Patterned Bowls, Ceramic Cutlery (2 knives), 2 Piece Stoneware Bake Set, 16 Piece Stoneware Blue Butterfly Dinnerware, 10 Piece PW Classic Belly Cookware, 3 Piece Food Chopper, 4 Kitchen Towels, 4 Cork-backed Coasters, 2 Piece Oval Baking Casserole.  Beach Basket - Beach Backseat Organizer w/tabletop and Removable Cooler, Trunk Organizer w/insulated cooler, Insulated bag.  Star Trek Basket  12 Holiday Streamer Windsocks.

NHFurry:  CATATHON - Star Trek Basket - Star Trek Sticky Notes, Star Trek Game, Star Trek Spock Socks, Star Trek Star Trek Beach Towel. 

Diana (SA):  1 Container of Party Mix Snacks, 2 Pack of 2 each Comfort Cat Diffuser.

David and Pat:  16 x 20 Bird of Paradise Photo, Framed.  beautiful!

Steph (Lollimop): CATATHON - Pioneer Woman Basket - Pioneer Woman Cookbook.

Rebekah U.:  Lobster Kitty Bed (kitties already using it!)

Anony:  Spa Basket - Skin Cleaning Machine

Sean:  3 Soft Pink Kitty Blankets

Yvonne vDk: CATATHON - Patriotic Basket - Red, White and Blue Pet Bed.

LJ:  1 Case of Variety Flavored Wellness Food for Mowgli.

Dawn N.:  CATATHON -  Cat Basket - 2 Banana Toys, and Large Vented

Cat Crate.

Deb F.:  CATATHON - Craft Basket - TableMate Craft Table w/Cup Holder.

Jeanette H. (Scotland):  2 Tartan Throws, Painted Glass Hummingbird Figurine w/Crystal, CATATHON - Baby Girl Basket - Beatrix Potter Onesie, Book, Bunny Puppet, 3 Q. Blake Books. Mickey Mouse Basket - 3 Minnie Mouse Vests. Christmas Basket - 3 Painted Kitty Ornament by Gisela Graham.  4 Kitty Bling Body Necklaces, 2 Boxes of Colored Pencils, Large Box Filled with Scottish Goodies---yum!    Pop Up Easter Card.

Kathy831: CATATHON - Patriotic Basket - Red, White and Blue Tablecloth, Napkins, Plates, Plastic Ware, Blow Up Table Support.

Fred, Gail and BooBoo: 2 Cases of Baby Food, 1 Large Container of Party Mix, Box of Squeeze Ups, 1 Case of Large Kitty Wipes.

Joey3100:  CATATHON - Pioneer Woman Basket - PW Towels, PW Floral Kitchen Utensil Holder, PW Ceramic Teapot.

Envelopes: 

Judy and Ed B. (Fla) - Happy Easter Card w/Chickie $5

KittyWhiskers (Melody) Alabama - Easter Card w/Flash Payment.

David:  Picture for Jacci of the 5 kitties he sponsors. and donation

Please always know if there is a mistake or something has been left out, never hesitate to let me know--it's quite fine to do that. Just email me! 

Catathon is now 70 days away! 

We had a group of kids from St. John's LUtheran School that came last weekend to do a service project. They spent time in the Covies, cleaning, picking up sticks, petting the cats.  THey also cleaned the picnic tables to get ready for spring! Very nice young people!

Did you know that when Zelda drinks her water, she paws it into her mouth? Yep--almost 100% of the time when she drinks! 

Monday, April 8, 2019

Update on Farrah. Most of you have already heard, but briefly what happened to Farrah on Sunday afternoon: That cardiomyophy embolism has happened to Farrah. Most clots settle in the brain or heart or the pelvis saddle. All can cause instant death. All cause pain because of the shut off of the blood vessels. A clue that it's a pelvis saddle clot is that the front feet are still warm, the rear feet are cold, feet "knuckle" under and there's pain.....most times lots of pain. We were lucky to have pulled Farrah out of the crisis. Connie D was here and she immediately got me. I text and called Dr. Darcy right away. We are fortunate to keep meds on hand for such an occasion. But, sometimes meds are not enough. This morning she is much better--her gait is slightly off the rear feet and she's pretty quiet, but things have definitely improved. This is a life changing event for her and will always be on certain medications to hopefully prevent this from happening again. Thank you all for your good thoughts and prayers to help with her recovery.

Newest Update: Farrah has an appt. with the cardiologist tomorrow, Tuesday at 9:00. She and I will be heading to Fort Wayne in the morning. We'll give a report tomorrow to you all.

We have thanks to give:
Michelle and Mary--donation to help with Farrah's medical care.
Erica M--donation in honor of her best friend, Ann C, who comes yearly to volunteer
Tara M--donation in honor of Ann P, for her birthday

We have three new cats that we have taken on.
Citrine--gold/white. She was found at the Independence Dam and really needed a safe place to be. She is 1 1/2 years old, born 10/3/17. She's a sweet girl and should be in the Main Area soon. A Name a Cat name. She was also mentioned on Sunday's blog.

Debbnie--black tiger. She was abandoned by a family that moved away and put her outside. Someone knew what happened and brought her here. She's 1 1/2 years old. Her birthday is 10/2/17. One of those true black tigers--very beautiful. A Name a Cat name.

Jaba--white & grey. She had been hanging out in an apartment area for a week--manager says the cat must go today. She's a bit thin, has earmites and a fractured upper right canine. Jaba is 1 year old and has a birthday of 4/3/18. A Name a Cat name.

We had 3 adoptions yesterday. Monique's kittens and all 6 inkies are now adopted!

Mabel--went to a home that has been waiting for her! I heard from the new mama today and she is meeting her other cat friends--things going pretty smooth! She is such a sweetie.

Sabel and Cornelio were adopted together yesterday. Cornelio's nw name is Simba. These two kittens are going to be so very happy in their new home!

We had BOXES Monday. We surely do appreciate you all.
Jbond -- Catathon --Magic Beard Balm, Libosa body brush exfoliates kit, Professional Cosmetic brush collection ,Salix Lee, Santoku Chef Knife, Wireless Grilling Thermometer, , Laguiole Flying colors Steak Knife Set, Baby Outlet Covers, Veagins Beard Grooming Set, Eye Massager, Callus Remover, 3D led Empire State Building model kit,

Kris K -- Catathon Tea Basket, Cat Tea Infuser,2 Basha Christmas cat scarfs, Purr Over Coffee Maker & Mug Set, Deluxe Auto Emergency Bag, Pioneer Woman Insta Pot, 14 inch non-stick Indoor Grill (Elite Gourmet), Ottlite Craft Space Organize Light

Don & Sandy -- Peeps jingle ball catnip toys, slim jims (catathon), 4 Large containers of Clorox Wipes, Baby Soothing Sound Machine,

Teresa S - Letter & poem with Donation
Contessa/Sara S -- Easter card, tiramisu whisker

Diann B - Elephant Tea Pot, 2 Cat Tea Pots & Creamer / Sugar bowl, Tea Infuser, Tea Pot Photo Frame, Walkers shortbread cookies, Tea time Cookbook, Variety Tea Sample, Several Assorted Tea's (Catathon)

Kathy in WV - Jackson Galaxy stress reduction and bully oil
anonymous -- 2 Butterfly necklaces
Yvonne VDK-- and awesome Mickey Mouse Cat Bed

Sean G -- 2 Flashlights with rechargeable batteries and car charger
Dottie & James -- Catathon - 20 Assorted Books

Vicki B -- 3 boxes Wool Dryer Balls, 3 bags of Royal Canin Mother and Baby cat food
Anonymous - Catathon - Top Dog Pet Gear Travel Pack

Dave & Stripey -- Birthday card for Bruno/Paw Paw, sponsorship, and $ 5 chickie , pack of springs, Catathon - baby girl & boy FFRC shirts, 6 packs of baby wipes

NH Furry - 2 stainless food bowls for Mowgli, Pack of Hair Ties
Sandra S -- 4 packs of Kitty Little Helpers, 8 hand made crochet blanket, Flame less Candle with batteries

Caitlin OT - Case of 24 Sparkle Paper Towels
Michelle V -- 3 packs of Baby Wipes
Renee B -- Coupons, Paw Prints, Litter Points
Annie & Debbie - Multi level Activity Tree Cat Condo

ENVELOPES
Don & Joy , & the herd , Card & Donation
Keren - Donation in Memory of Karen G Brown (sister of Vicki B )
The Whitehouse Animal Hospital / Pat L and Dr.Bill - Card & Donation
Diane N/Tweety tweet - Card and Donation
Plee - Card with Pet Smart Coupon
Sheri/neuromom & Dave - Birthday card , 2 chickie Dollars
Melissa L - Card and Donation
Barbara/Phleblady - Card and Donation for Spiker and Mowgli
Sue / mac & cheese doodles mom - Card and Donation in honor of Marilyn

Marie /Jabberwockysmom - Easter Card and Donation

The 8 kittens that are up in the Main Area are doing wonderful! The first one will leave Friday! Mama Sasekani is doing fairly good--it's a new world for her but she is coping well. The kittens are here, there and everywhere!

Oliver Taylor Blackwell's e-collar is now off. He's a wonder! He jumps, runs, climbs--I believe he must have 5 legs instead of just 3! His sutures will be removed tomorrow.

FFRC will be participating in the Lilac Festival here in Defiance. The date is May 11 from 10 am to 4:00 pm.

Short blog.......busy day!

Thursday, April 11, 2019 & Catathon Update

Another adoption!  Jaba was adopted.....actually by the family that really owned her.  And she's already spayed!  She's back home and all is good.

Citrine is coming out of her pen more and more.  We leave her condo pen open with a Kuranda Tower in front of it. She roams in and out thru out the day.She's in the front Thumper's Room.  We're hoping soon she will be ready to come up front! 

Oliver Taylor Blackwell's sutures are now out.  I believe instead of losing a leg, he gained wings.  That boy can fly! And he's so agile and smooth.  What a really nice kitten!

We have been busy outside getting things set for Spring. Happy day--the windchimes are hanging up again and look so pretty!  The blue table and chairs are at the entrance door--waiting now for visitors and volunteers to sit and chat. The red heat lamps are unplugged but ready for next winter. The shelter house is beginning to be set for the warm weather too.  Love this time of year!

Farrah is doing good.  I can tell she's a bit more quiet this week. Her body is probably adjusting to her new med program. Her respirations/color/heart rate are all good.  There is no doubt she is a survivor and a fighter. And she knows she is so well loved by all of us. 

Our Quickie Flash Sale on Tuesday was wonderful. It made $547 for FFRC. And the neat thing about this is, our one flea prevention bill is almost exactly that amount!  Many thanks for making this payment!  Big thanks too to everyone who donated those items, those that bought the items and to Lynnette and Marcia.

I've heard from quite a few of the Abel Inkies. Sounds like all are doing great and have adjusted to their new homes very quickly. Best news is that they are all feeling good! 

We had BOXES yesterday. 

JBond - CATATHON - Cat Basket:  Double layer cheese shaped scratcher,  Spa Basket: Electric Aroma Mist Diffuser, Grey/White Long Fleece Bathwear Robe,; Camping Basket:  Military Camping Shovel w/Cover, Nuwa Float  Bluetooth Wireless Speaker, Water Proof Stereo;18 piece Stainless Steel BBQ Grilling Tool Set w/Case.

Don and Sandy - CATATHON - 2 packs of Slim Jims for volunteers!

Yvonne VDK - 2 Cases of Classic Broths, 1 Case of Purrfectly Chicken.

Anonymous - FunRaiser - 6th Generation IPad 128 gigs!!

Anonymous - CATATHON - Dog Basket:  4 Ultra Chuck it Balls Fetch Game,  2 Boxes of 270 each Potty Bags, 2 Stainless Steel Pet Bowls, Snuggly Sleeper Orthopedic Memory Foam Bed. (1) Stealth Emergency

Survival Kit (including) First Aid Kit, Water Purification Kit, Emergency Food, Hygiene Kit, Leash, Body Warmer, Potty Bags, Toys.

Michelle V. - 2 Cases of Gravy Lovers, 3 (4 packs) of Tuna, 1 Case of Gerber

Baby Food Chicken, CATATHON - Coffee and Tea Basket:  2 Cat Trivets, 

"I just want to drink tea and pat my cat sign.

Kris K. - CATATHON - Camping/Hiking/Picnic Baskets:  2 Tack Light Flash/

Spotlights good for 100K hours,  3 Insulated Bags (red, white and yellow flowered), 2 (3 piece) Cutting Board w/Knife Sets (1 green, 1 red),  Pioneer Woman (PW) Basket: 2 PW Cooking Crocks, 2 Set of 2 Square Container with Steam Release Lid, 1 PW (5 piece) Graduated Bowls, 3 PW 18 oz. Tumblers, 100 K-cups Morning Blend, 5 Qt. Blue Diamond Elite Stock Pot, PW Decorative Pillow, PW Toaster, PW Crock Pot/Slow Cooker, PW Coffee Stand Station, Patriotic Basket: 1 Spiral Flag Lawn Decoration, 4 Coasters

Sunny J. - CATATHON - Mickey Mouse Basket: 2 Mickey Mouse Hats, Coffee and Tea Basket:  2 (2 packs) of Kitty Tea Towels, 1 Large Easter Bowl/Cup, 1 Large Birthday Bowl Cup,  2 bags of Ghiardelli Chocolates for Vols, and a pack of Postie Notes.

Bailey (Kitty from UK) - CATATHON - Spa Basket: Life Around 2 Angels 12 pack of Bath Bombs.  4 Cases of FF Broth.

Mr. and Mrs. Medic - 2 (24) Cases of Fancy Feast; 1 Seafood, 1 Gravy Lovers.

Stephanie (Lollimop) - 2 Cases of Fancy Feast Kitten, 1 Case of Fancy Feast Poultry, 1 Case of Fancy Feast Seafood.

Debbie and Annie: 67" Multi Level Cat Furniture

Envelopes:

Sakura - Birthday card for PawPaw with a chickie $5.

And we have more thanks to give:

Jones Shop--donation to FFRC

Kelly I--donation to FFRC

James R--donation for FFRC

Charlotte T--donation for FFRC

Jane M from UK--donation to help with Farrah's medical needs

Davszy--donation to help with Farrah's meds

Yarnlover--in honor of Farrah, donation for Feliz Navidad Fund

Debbie M--donation in honor of Debbnie

Annie G--donation in honor of Debbnie

Annette20--donation to help with Farrah and Mowgli's meds
Craig, Marianne and Daria--snacks for vols.  Towels/wash clothes in memory of Jennie M. Donation in memory of Louis M.  And a special thanks to Daria for the beautiful pictures she made for me!

Wow--only 73 days left until Catathon Day!  TIme is flying!  The Catathon is our main fun-raiser of the year.  And it's alot of fun too. Our goals are being set!  I am so beholden to everyone that is helping us build our baskets and the other items.  We sincerely could not do this without you.  The cats and all of us at FFRC are grateful.  I was asked yesterday about an update of the list, so here goes:

Catathon 2019   newly adjusted this week!

Suggestions for baskets--These are just suggestions. 

Last two years, we’ve had:

Baskets 39-42

Big Ticket Items   20-21     

Fun-Raiser  Items—10-11   

Big Big Ticket Items---3-4      

Round 5—18-19 items

2019 BASKETS---

BoBo Wraps    done

Picnic Basket   done

Artsie Artbox    done

Socks    2/3 full

Ferole Fotos     coming (from Ferole)

Veteran/Patriotic    1/2 full

For The Cat    done

For The Dog    done

Puzzles    ½ full

Spa/Relaxation    3/4 full

Camping   1/2 full

Backpacking      done

Laurel Burch #1     donel

Laurel Burch #2    ¾ way        

Knitting/Crocheting/Crafts   1/2 full

Hello Kitty     7/8  full

Survival Kit, Food and Accessories  ½ full

Gardening is Great    1/2 full

Christmas   ½ full

Wrap It, Paper & Bows and Much More!    Done

Baby boy  Done

Baby girl    Done

Purrrses Just Fur You    Coming

For the Love of Books!     1/2 full

Pollinators (Birds, Bees, Butterflies)  ½ full

Tea / Coffee Time   Done

Star Wars   Done

Star Trek    4/5 full

20^th FFRC Anniversary    Jodi doing

Jacci’s surprise Basket!   Surprise, surprise!

Canning    Done

Phenomenal Gems   coming

Fordite Beauty   coming

Magnificent Michigan   need help!

Girl Fun    Done

Boy Fun    Done

Tony Paco!    Coming         

Mickey Mouse   ¾ full

Minnie Mouse   full

Games Galore     3/4 full

Disney Princess     ¼  full                          

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Round 5   2019

Crazy Alphabet Bag

Cat Furniture multi level activity tree, cat condo, tower & ladder

Hamilton Beach Bowl Scraper Food Processor

Bl/Wh Bean Bag Cat chair

Bestek Cordless Stick/Handheld Vacuum

Original Magic Bullet, 11 piece

Mary Frances Beaded Kitty Coin Purse

Cat Care Bag

Society 6 Kitten Throw Blanket  51 x 60 

Necklace, Star K Kissing Love Dolphins Pendant 8mm heart-shape simulated ruby

Necklace, 18” sterling silver Marcasite Cat Couple

Necklace, 18” Sevilla silver Multigem Cat Pendant

Necklace, Technibond Gold, diamond-accented cat pendant, 18” chain

Necklace, 18” chain, I love you to the moon and back, Womens  Sterling Silver Pendant, by Footnotes

Ironing Center with Fabric Wicker Baskets on rollers

Laguiole by Flying Colors Classic style 8 piece steak knife

Wise All-in-One Auto Kit—Be Wise, Be Ready

BBQ 18 piece tool set, stainless steel with alum. case

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Big Ticket Items  2019

Peace poles

Kuranda Tower

Books by Gwen Cooper/1 is autographed

Afghan, crocheted, purple/white 80 x 60

Bunn NHS Bremer with pour-o-matic drip-free, 10-cup carafe

Instant Pot 6 qt. Duo Plus 60

Lamb Rocker—Olive & Cocoa

Cat Furniture—67” multi-level big cat tree, scratcher slope & posts, perches & Condo, activity center   Feandrea Songmics

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Big Big Ticket Items  OR Catathon Fun-Raiser    2019

Canon EOS Rebel T6 (W) with lots of accessories

TWO Harlequin Cat pictures/framed---2 winners!

Kitchen Aid, Artisan Design 5 qt. tilt-head stand mixer

The Amish Country Store Basket

Weird “Mod” Science Collection

Samsung Smart TV, Curved 55”, 4K UHD 8 series LED

Derecho Book—FR

FFRC’s CH Book—FR

iPad (6^th generation) 128 gb, wifi, gold

Insta-Pot, 6 qt. programmable pressure cooker, Breezy Blossom design

Kitchen Basket

Pioneer Woman Items

If things still come in on those that are marked full, that is just fine!  As things come in, we start sorting them into categories, whether it’s a Basket, Big Ticket item, Big Big ticket item or a  Fun-Raiser items.  As time goes on, this list will constantly be adjusted.

Many thanks!  And wishing you all a really nice day! 

Sunday, April 7, 2019

Yesterday was an FFRC surgery day.  We did 31 surgeries--this broke down to 5 females and 26 males.  Of that, FFRC had 3 females and 4 males.  The rest were public cats--2 females and 22 males. 

Our total so far for 2019 is 342.  The number for 2018 at that time was 318. 

Dr. Darcy checked Mowgli over again. She had already seen her close to her arrival time here.  Here is her update: as suspected, she too feels her tongue problem has been caused by something caustic.--something that has caused her tongue to corrode from a chemical action.  Initially, we thought something might have been around her tongue, which proved untrue as nothing was found to be caught in her mouth.  Cancer also crossed our minds, but thankfully, that is not an issue.  As her tongue has undergone different stages of "looks", it does indeed seem to be from something that has corroded her tongue. 

A tongue is not something you want to cut, because of the many blood vessels involved. With Mowgli's tongue, she is simply sloughing away the bad tissue.  This happens slowly, so the blood vessels are sealed off as the process continues. This all takes time. In the meantime, she is receiving anti-inflammatories, soreness meds and antibiotics. She is amazing and so very tolerant. And sooooo loves to eat! 

Many thanks to Joyce D and to Gusti for providing drinks and pizza for surgery yesterday--so very kind!

One of the most beautiful sounds, to me, is the morning song of the birds.  They started this morning about 6:25--truly a wonderful song! And their background sound are the roosters crowing! 

We had BOXES on Thursday. Big time thanks!

Kris - CATATHON: 2 - Canning Scoops, Game: Battleship & Bop-It,  Silver Cat Necklace (love you to the moon and back), PeeJay Sock Monkey Kit, 7 Speed Kitchen Aid hand mixer, 2 Patriotic garden stake Birds, Cutting Board with matching Chef Knife, 4 matching Kitty Mugs, Ironing Station with 3 wicker baskets

Don & Sandy - CATATHON: 4 Boxes of Slim Jims

Jody J - CATATHON: Book: Creating with Cat Hair

Hencass - CATATHON: Kitty Apron

Donny & KathyinWV Ramsay Card  CATATHON: 35x35 cross stitch (by Kathy) Kitty Quilt (her mom's), Note Cards Cats of FFRC

Lostgirl - CATHATHON: Christmas: All coordinated, Gift Bags, 2 pkgs tissue paper, Bookmarks, Magnets, Stickers, & Oreo Sweet Treats

Sunnie J - Kitty Card w/note CATHATHON: Mickey Mouse: Sponge, Play Dough, Hoodie Towel, Pez dispenser, Bubbles, Mug, Mosaic Treasure Box kit, Jump Rope, Buttons, Night Light, Bath Bombs, T-Shirt, can cozi, Crayons, Pen, dehydrated Towel, DVD, Activity books, pictures to paint, dry erase board, Books, Stickers, 2 puzzles, Plush Throw & Micky & Friends Bag

Star Wars, Mugs & Hotwheels, , Thank You Notes, Pens, 2 Cat Aprons, 4 Kitty Mugs

ShadowCat - CATHATHON: Patriotic Colors - Picnic: wicker basket with Picnic Recipe Book, 12 pc Utensil Set, 4 bowls/platters, Red Checkered Napkins, Mason Jar solar Fire Fly lights, Stanley Thermos, Travel Salt & Pepper, Corkscrew in wood box, 4 12oz Wine Tumblers, Bamboo cutting board with drawer for knives etc. Southwestern Picnic Blanket

Kris - Kitty head Rug

Don & Sandy -3 - 40ct. Cases Friskies

Donny & KathyinWV - Ramsay Card - afghan made by Kathy's mother for Ramsay, Sterling Silver Bracelet & Necklace Lots of FFRC Kitty Bookmarks, Lots of Decals (all in Pawmart) Easter Tablecloth, 2 Chicken $5

Barbara E - NC  9 Leggydews & 6 Adoption Bags

Mona K - OH  Note  Happy Easter to FFRC Kitties & Walmart Gift Card

Elaine & Alan - FL  In memory of Little Kat: 2 bags Dr. Elsies Litter, case 32ct Friskies, 2 cases 24ct Friskies & Case 24ct Fancy Feast

Annie & Debbie - 4 bags of Litter

Nona - 4 bags of Bird Seed & cans of KMR

Michelle B - Squeeze Ups 8 pks, 4 Boxes Broths, 2 Boxes Delectables, Case Lg cans Wellness, Case of Wellness Kitten

Cait O--a case of paper towels!

Justme, DarkCat & Mudjie: C H book for Funraiser & Catathon.  ​C​apable and Happy The Start of Something Wonderful.. 

And more thanks!

Jones Shop--donation to FFRC

Jakesmeowmy--donation to FFRC

Olga, Marno & Sasja--donation to be used where needed

Tracy L--donation to FFRC
Gill H, UK--donation for Catathon

Donavon & SHannon S--donation for all of the kitties

Janet & Harley--donation in memory of Lori & Barry P's cat Petey , for the Feliz Navidad Fund

Harm B--donation to FFRC

We had another adoption!  Feather went to her new home. Actually, we went back to the home where the lady had found her outside, pregnant and very close to giving birth. This new mama has visited her 1-2 times weekly since she brought her here. 

Today, we should have 3 more adoptions, this morning!

Tomorrow or Tuesday, Oliver Taylor Blackwell will have his sutures removed.               

Tuesday will be a Quickie Flash Sale. 

We took on a new cat Friday.  Her name is Citrine. She was found at the Independence Dam and brought to FFRC.  She's a pretty gold & white female, about 1 1/2 years old. Her birthday is 10/3/17.  We had her spayed yesterday. She is recuperating in the front Thumper's Room. 

Sasekani and the 8 kittens are now in the Main Area. They get their extra meals and take their naps in Paddys Place.  They've adjusted real well.  These 8 kittens are so full of energy--they can fly! All are so very sweet. For the first time in a very long time, the back Thumper's Room is shut down. 

Weds. April 3,2019

Windows are open and the furnace is off! We all love having the windows open--so fresh! The next few days look like lots of rain--spring flowers will be blooming! 

Updates:
Oliver Taylor Blackwell is one special kitten. Absolutely a real sweet boy.  He already is agile and climbing and jumping. He just now jumped up into my lap and is laying in my lap. His purr motor works real good.  His sutures will come out on Tuesday. His eye looks like it's slowly absorbing the blood. No damage to the eye itself is noted.

Muru is coming along. She has already gained a bit over a pound. We are no longer syringe feeding her but keeping an eye to make sure she continues to eat and drink.  She so loves to be petted.

Victoria has come out of her quietness and so loves people!  What a beautiful torti she is. She waits for us to go by her, rolls over and wants a tummy rub.  

Lancelot--I've heard from his new mama. All is good. Baby food wins again!  She taps the lid of the baby food jar and he comes a-running! He's still shy but enjoys his baby food time with his new mom. And he loves the windows! 

Singita is now in her new home too!  Her name has been changed back to her original name of Ivana. I'm so happy to say that she is playing and eating just fine. The other cats in the home are all adjusting nicely to her. She even gets the zoomies and runs around! 

Our surgery day on Saturday, is an FFRC surgery event.  Because we do not have many FFRC cats to do, we have opened it up to the public.  We will be doing 2 of our females--Sabel and Sasekani.  We will also do a volunteer's female cat. Plus, Ozzie, my granddog will be neutered.  There's a real possibility that we will neuter our 4 young kittens in the back Thumper's Room--Deano, Frank, Sammy and Calvin.

And then, we will also be doing 20 public male cats! Anytime we have extra room on the surgery schedule, it's good to open the door to more!  We had these 20 slots filled within an hour. 

We have thanks to give, as we had BOXES on Monday.

Kris (CATATHON):  Game called Suspensions, Coffee and Tea Basket: Keurig

Mini Plus 1 Cup machine, 4 boxes of Keurig coffee and tea, Individual fill your own Kcup.  Kitchen Basket: Popsome Cake decorating set, Pocketbook Purse Waffle Maker, Cupcake Maker Fun Pack.

Josette (Burgundy Mod):(CATATHON)  France Basket:  9 Beautiful handmade purses and bags--shiny and beautiful!.

Cait O'T: 2 cases of Fancy Feast broth, 2 packs of 320 Hefty snack plates, 4 packs of Lysol Wipes.

Anonymous: (CATATHON): Survival Basket: Life Straw Water Filter, Pack of Emergency blankets, (6) 115+ hours lasting oil candles, Clean water purification tablet, First Aid container kit, Multi-use Crank Radio, Survivors Tool Kit including first aid supplies and lures, Emergency food supply; 60 servings good for 25 years.

Maria (Snoopybaby Mod): 200 Hefty plates, 4 pack Lysol Wipes, 1 case of Little Soups. 130 Hefty plates.

Annie and Debby:  Kitty Pizza Pillow

Kathy D. (Cal.): Very Large Easter Blanket (the 8 kittens love it!)

Auntie Julie (Iowa):  3 packs of Plastic Spiral Toys

Anonymous:  Seat cover for stool. Pania thanks you!

Cat (Darkcat Mod):  several packages of M&Ms for Lynnette.

NHfurry:  (CATATHON) :   Star Wars mug.

Don and Sandy: (CATATHON): Kitchen Basket: Hamilton Beach sandwich maker, Knife sharpener, 2 Kitty tea towels.  Hello Kitty Basket: Hello Kitty couch lounger (like what Spiker likes!)

Mary Braid (Vol) - (CATATHON)  Coffee and Tea Basket: Lovely Gift Box of variety of tea.

Debbie (Lost Girl): (CATATHON):  Wrap It Basket:  4 packs of different tissue paper, Stickers, Gift Boxes, 2 roll of Wrapping paper.

TearsfromaDream (Wi): (CATATHON):  Scads of movies, Ninja Turtle lunchbox with paints, Baby nipples, Suncatcher paints, Scented modelling dough, Craft felt, 1 boy/1girl pack of Onesies, Star Wars bag clip, Socks, Star Wars cup, Harry Potter figurine of Dumbledore, Squirt Gun, Black Panther art set, Frozen art kit, work MightLite, 400 lumen.

SunnieJ: (CATATHON):Minnie Basket: necklace, sponge, purse, diary gift set , hooded towel, night light, puzzles,  fleece throw, sparkle paint set, bubbles, Disney Princess bag and crayons, stamp and cut game, DVD, Play Doh,  jump rope, glow bracelet, figurine, Mickey and Friends T-shirt, Mickey and Friends Cap, socks, lips balm, bath bombs, Pez, Dry Erase board, 150 stickers, Velvet Art, Coloring Books, "Frozen" alphabet set, facial tissue, dehydrated sponge, cup cozy, 

LJ - 2 cases Wellness Natural cat food.

Anonymous:  10 cases Whiska packets, 2 cases Friskies w/Gravy.

Justme (KK):  Homemade Thank You Notes for Jacci.

Janice (Ohio):  Lots of handmade blankets and pillowcases.

Ashley R. - Pet Wipes, Cat food, Cat Wand toys, Kitty Nail Trimmers, treats and snackers.

Nancy (Nancepants): (CATATHON):  Outdoor Adventures Science Kit, Interactive Learn Your Body Parts Toy.

And there's more:

Jeannie S.(Fla):  donation for Feliz Navidad.

Tom C. (Illinois):  donation

Jones Shop--donation for FFRC

Donna B in GA--donation in honor of Elsie, Coralie and Spiker

Harm B--donation to FFRC

Shannan W--donation to FFRC
Yvonne VDK--donation to use where most needed

Ivy C--donation for FFRC

Tuesday was a Quickie Flash Sale.  This sale brought in $434!!!  This is just wonderful. I thank the people who provided the items, those that purchased the items, Lynnette/Marcia for helping with the sale and for the flash mods for assisting too!  The money made by this sale is being applied to vaccines that we needed--i was almost exactly to the dollar of what we needed! 

Have you been seeing Addy?  It's so nice.....she has suddenly decided to cruise about--in the last week now, I've seen her in every room that we have! And as happy as can be!  Just like Alma, this is good to see. 

Mowgli  will be seeing Dr. Darcy on Saturday, to have her mouth rechecked. With soreness meds and antibiotics, she is able to eat. We have some changes going on with her tongue that Dr. Darcy wants to see. She is such a gem--purrs so easily and seems very happy.

More adoptions coming up! On Sunday, we have 3 scheduled--Mabel, Sabel and Cornelio! 

Monday, April 1, 2019

Today is a mighty fine day--it's a spay/neuter day!  We sent up 40 cats--31 females and 9 males! Hoping to make a dent in the overpopulation problem.  This is the time of year to get those cats spayed and neutered.  All kittens born in the spring has a possibility of having kittens themselves in the late fall---please don't let this happen. And all females born this past fall, can have litters NOW....in the spring.  We have seen many that have their first heats at 4 months old.  From beginning spring to late fall, a cat can possibly have 4 litters. 

This 40 surgeries, now brings our total for 2019 to 311----183 spays and 128 neuters. 

We have thanks to give:
Daisy M--dog of Craig & Marianne--sent a donation for treats for the cats!
Harm B--donation to FFRC
BillieK--donation to help with Muru and Oliver Taylor Blackwell's medical needs
Lorene B--donation to FFRC
Janet S & Harley--donation to FFRC
Julie--in memory of her Aunt Linda A--2 cases FF Kitten, spring toys & baby cat dry food

We have more adoptions too!
Singita--our FFRC friends, Tammy and Keith, were here for the weekend. Singita has been waiting to become a part of their family! They brought their RV, so Singita was able to ride comfortably with them. She will join their other cats in the family!

Lancelot--was adopted 3/18.  That was the morning the electricians were here and we had to clear out the Main Area, so his adoption was done off cam.  I've heard now twice about him. Lancelot is a bit shy, as we knew he would be, but the new owner is winning him over with snackers of baby food! He is also fascinated with the TV!

Muru is doing better.  She is edging more to the 4 pound mark now. We are still syringe feeding her often but, today she is starting to eat a bit by herself. Such a beauty and with a sweet disposition. 

Oliver Taylor Blackwell is in the Main Area, sporting an e-collar.  Won't be long before he can cruise about without that collar.  He's doing very well--is agile and can run and play. He still has some  soreness but that is getting better too each day. A really nice kitten. 

Victoria and Feather were sent to HumaneOhio today for their spays.  Feather will be adopted this week later. After Victoria has recovered, she will come up to the Main Area.

Do you walk?  Jog?  Ride a bike?  Those miles that you do can benefit FFRC by registering with ResQwalk.  It's a free mobile app that lets you raise money for FFRC! Download it today to your phone and start walking! 

Tuesday will be a Quick Flash Sale at noon!  New items!  Come join the fun--on the cam!

Catathon is 83 days away! We are getting organized! We'd love it if anyone is interested in donating items towards Catathon, that we have items in by May 21.  The reason is that lots of has to happen after that date--each and every basket and entry has to be written in detail and pictures taken.  Then all of this info will need to be put into our website for your viewing pleasure!  

We love our Giggles Scenes and we're now at #38! Production by FFRC Captures and Captions, Directed by Derecho, Assisted by Auntie Kathy. Special thanks for Auntie SonJa for her silly kitty speak.  This is an official video of ©Friends of Felines Rescue Center, Defiance, Ohio 2018. Please click the like/thumbs up button on youtube as it helps generate more $ for  https://youtu.be/UiHaJ3cTcfI

Hot off the press is Part 1, 2019 FFRC Adoptions! Kitties adopted from FFRC during the months of January, February and March 2019.  Please click the like/thumbs up button on YouTube as it helps generate more $ for FFRC https://youtu.be/kLB2hkaIJ_M   Enjoy!  Thanks to Barin for helping his mama with this video!