Monday, November 16, 2020

Busy weekend! Saturday was our FFRC surgery day. Many thanks to Dr. Darcy, Amber, Sue, Lynnette and Becky for their help. We could not do this without a team effort!  We did 8 neuters and 10 spays. Thanks too to Joyce D for the pizza lunch and to MLS who provided drinks for the day!

Those that were neutered: Paulie, Eamon, Davis, Zuccari, Comanche, Chewy, Coffee and 1 public kitten.

The spays were: Clive, Prada, Eileen, Daely, DIs, Dat, Joy Joy, Kaylee, Sparrow and Zasha. 

Zasha will need a dental cleaning and so we will get her scheduled.

Sevaun had a physical--our girl is getting up in age--all good except some atrophy in rear legs

Sparrow--right knee is a bit stronger, left knee is very week. She has major rear leg atrophy going on. The worry is the pain level she experiences--that is uppermost in considering what we will do.  Right now, it's all a waiting game and see how much she can heal.

And then today........we had HumaneOhio spay/neuter day! We sent 45 kittens and cats on the special spay/neuter truck! This broke down to 31 females and 14 males.  

Our total now for 2020 is 1032--619 spays and 413 neuters. Our total of 2019 at this same time of year was 1061. COnsidering that HumaneOhio was closed for a couple months, we are doing very well in our numbers.  We have probably 3 surgery days left for 2020. And then, we start all over for 2021!

Today is also dental day for two of our cats.  Covie Jersey and Cliff who is a Porchie. More full reports on them when they return back home but I did get word that Jersey is done and had 4 major teeth and then 6 incisors pulled.  

Tomorrow, Tuesday is a Flash Sale Day! This one starts at 11:00 and it's ALL Warped items!  We are privileged to have such beautiful items from her and they are all about Christmas!

We've had 4 more adoptions!

Anda & Nother were adopted on 11/14. Two sweet girls, sisters! These kittens are now the only cats in the home and are so loved! 

Zucarri was adopted on 11/15. He went into a home where a little 6 year old girl loved this kitten even before they went out the door! 

Chewy was adopted 11/15.  Chewy is a tad shy and needed a special home. And he found it--a lady who has lots of time daily to spend with him. She's showing him lots of love and patience. 

We have more kittens on hold! Daely & Davis (together), Eileen & Eamon (together), Dis & Dat (together), Paulie, Jersey, Coffee, Kafuzzle and Kaylee all have wonderful homes waiting for them! 

We took on 4 more cats. 

Three came from a very rural cemetery--they were so scared they simply flattened down into the ground. All 3 had crevices in the ground where they had been laying. A friend of FFRC found them and then called another friend to transport to FFRC.  At first, they were so cold, scared and bewildered.  I feel they were loved by someone, somewhere in their lives.  Once they were warmed up, bathed, fed and took long naps, they felt much better.  Super sweet--all 3 of them and very beautiful.  They are:

Mirabeau--DSH, female grey, tipped ear (already spayed), is a regal girl.

Eloise--DLH, female tiger/white, long tufts in her ear, so friendly

Alaina--DSH, female white/grey, loves to be talked to and fussed over. 

The 4th is a kitten--his name is Stuffins. He is 4 weeks old and was dropped off at a lady's house who brought him to FFRC. I think Stuffins and Nugget will be good friends! Stuffins is grey and white, DSH. He is very sweet. He's been tested, bubbled bathed and his tummy is full. All this was followed by a nice long nap. 

Remember Owens? I've just heard from his family. He is now 6 months old. He enjoys the geese as they fly by and the little birds as they play in the bushes. His mom loves this needy boy!

We have thanks to give:

Lynne JW--donation to FFRC

Pro Gear Boat Rentals/David--donation to help with the Cemetery Kitties

Thomas W--donation to FFRC

Gusti--donation to help with the new kitties & their treatments

Pamela C--donation to FFRC
Connie K--donation to FFRC

dBASEHost--donation to FFRC

Christopher S--donation to FFRC

Deborah S--donation to FFRC

James R--donation to FFRC

Denise C--donation to FFRC

Faithy M--donation for a spay/neuter for public

Lisa W--donation to FFRC

KM T, Emmy, Lilly & Lark--donation to FFRC

Tim D--donation in memory of his sister-in-law Bonnie

Join us for BOXES on Wednesday at 3:00! We've had such a busy past week, we've gotten behind on box-openings. Come join us for these wonderful gifts! 

 

Thursday, November 12, 2020

 Paulie is such a cutie--he is playing with every kitten here! And that wadded up postie-note is just the best toy ever.  CDot is a nut--his name should be CThief! He loves to get on my desk and run off with things. Miko, GG, Shaz and CDot are quite the wrestling team--they are full of energy. My favorite is when they jump into the air and "body slam" each other and then give chase. So much fun.

Saturday is our FFRC surgery day. We have many spays and neuters to get done. And that means....lots of adoptions coming up! Some of these kittens are just waiting for their spay/neuter to be done. Right now, we have these kittens/cats scheduled:

MALES: Paulie, Eamon, David, Zuccari, Comanche, Coffee, Chewy and several public boys.

FEMALES: Clive, Prada, Eileen, Daely, Dis, Dat, Joy Joy, Kafuzzle, Kaylee, Kazz, Zasha. This is a big list but we're ready to give it a try. We also have a few physicals to do.

We also have a full schedule for Monday with HumaneOhio with the public. Hoping to send up a full truck! I love to see that spay/neuter truck pull into the parking lot!

We have lots of thanks to give and we are grateful. 

Lana H--donation to FFRC

Cheryl B--donation to FFRC

Napa--donation to FFRC

Cheyenne J--donation to FFRC

David R--donation to FFRC

Charlotte T--donation to FFRC
Norma C--donation to help with Sparrows medical costs

Terri S--donation to FFRC
Gina S--donation to FFRC

Rebecca C--donation to FFRC

Kerswill--donation to FFRC in memory of Rich, Pam's husband

Slawomir S--donation to FFRC

We had our Flash Sale on Tuesday--these flash sales helps us with our monthly bills--so appreciated!  Everything was sold, making $379 for FFRC. I'd like to thank everyone for helping this be a successful event.  We have TWO more coming up--November 17 and 24.  The one on the 17th is ALL of our friends Warped items! These are all Christmas orientated items. On the 24th is another special flash sale--more info coming on this one. 

You may see little Nugget up and about some in the Main Area.  He's been hanging out in the back Thumper's Room still during the day and inside the house for nighttime. But today, we have all the doors open, front to back and so he has already wandered up. The only thing he needs help with is placing him in the litterboxes occasionally--his legs are very short yet!

Asha is here by my desk, sitting up so regally, watching over the kittens that are playing in here. Between another piece of wadded up postie note and an empty syringe barrel, they are quite entertained! Prada is playing too. She is so sleek and very shiny. She has also become a talker. Kaitlyn is a teenager but really loves playing with the kittens. She's come a long way in her social skills--loves to be petted and fussed with.

We have more thanks to give. These are our In Memory Of donations.

For Bonnie--Kittiesmom, Snoopybaby, Donna DeC, Lori/Tsakani's family, RoseF, Pat Davies, Peggy & Bernie & Josie, Thomas Fr, Andrew Le, Shirley P, Risa SF, Aunt Donna H & Tracey, Cynthia Ca, Eaglewatcher, Julie B, Craig & Marianne & Daria, Leggygal, Kimkost, Dewitty, Edna R, Meghan H, Kerswill, Mark R.

For Kazz--Kerswill, Edna R, Dewitty, Leggygal, Eaglewatcher, Shirley P

Our furnace guy from United Heat was here today--he gave all 5 furnaces a check up. They all passed Hoping they will make it through another winter.  Yesterday we had to call in the electric company, Gustwiller's to check out 2 of the 3 farmyard lights--were non working. The cats had put in a work order to get that fixed so they could see better at night! All 3 were shining bright last night. 

Remember.......Kitty Christmas is coming up.  And as you know, the format for this will be entirely different due to Covid. We had put up a tentative schedule, just to get your interest! We are still working on the details and so that schedule has been updated.  Below is the new one--subject to change yet! The important thing is---to celebrate Kitty Christmas and to show our APPRECIATION to you all!  FUn things involved!  We have already received 2 pick up loads of goodies.  They get deposited in Kitty City by Santa and Mrs. Santa!  We then take pictures and put the items away.  Doing it this way means we don't have a bunch of people here at one time--safer due to Covid. I will post pics on facebook! 

KITTY CHRISTMAS AND APPRECIATION OF YOU EVENT 2020

DECEMBER 5, 2020 9-3PM

9:00 KITTY CHRISTMAS KNOWLEDGE, READING OF DONATOR NAMES & APPRECIATION DRAWING

10:00 FFRC CHRISTMAS STORY BY CINDY G & READING OF DONATORS NAMES

11:00 APPRECIATION DRAWING FOR VIEWERS-LOTS OF ITEMS TO DRAW BECAUSE WE ARE SO THANKFUL

12:00 CHRISTMAS COOKIES & EXTREME CAT CHRISTMAS SNACKS & READING OF DONATOR NAMES

1:00 VISIT FROM SANTA- GOODIES FOR THE KITTIES & CATS AND PRESENTATION OF A FUN CASTLE FOR THE CATS. READING OF DONATOR NAMES. APPRECIATION DRAWING FOR VIEWERS

2:00 VOLUNTEERS &; MODS-MY FAVORITE 2 CATS-PAST OR PRESENT AND WHY & READING OF DONATOR NAMES

3:00 APPRECIATION DRAWING- CHRISTMAS PICS OF CATS AND SPECIAL DRAWING- ONE FOR VIEWERS, MODS AND VOL.  and READING OF DONATOR NAMES

THROUGHOUT THIS, WE WILL BE BUILDING A GARLAND OF AWESOME DONATOR NAMES!   FUN times ahead! 

Take good care and be healthy.  Derecho (representing the Residents), Sevaun (representing the Covies), Zavatar (representing the Porchies), Kerry (representing the Firecats) and Snoopy (representing the Barnies) ask that you all wear your masks and wash your paws (I believe they mean hands) often.  

Saturday, Novembe 7, 2020

 Bonnie, wife of Billypogo, friend of FFRC passed away yesterday late afternoon. We have had 2 wonderful friends pass this week--Bonnie and Kazz.  Many prayers and good thoughts have been sent to their families from our FFRCNation.  We wish for peace for them. Bonnie and Kazz were similar in the ways of both loved to be happy, smiling, positive people. Both will be very missed.

Never take anything for granted. Learn to appreciate what you have. In the blink of an eye, everything can be different. Forgive often and love with all your heart. Life is precious and shorter than you realize, at times it can be messy but just take each day as a gift. Forgive often, help one another, be there for others in good and bad times and be grateful. Remember who is most important to you and always cherish them. 

We have much to be thankful for here:

Jaquelin M--donation in memory of Bonnie

Yarnlover--donation in memory of Kazz and Bonnie

Katherine E--donation to FFRC

Miss J Clawsandbites--donation to FFRC

BillieK--donation to help Zasha and Sparrow with their medical needs

Napa--donation in memory of Bonnie

Gary B--donation to FFRC

Tracy L--donation to FFRC

Burgundy--donation in memory of Kazz

Stanley E--donation in memory of Kazz

Madisonpepper--donation in memory of Bonnie and Kazz

Snoopybaby--donation in memory of Lacy, her 14 year old cat & friend of Preakness

Patrick C--donation to FFRC

Michelle & Mary LF--donation in memory of Bonnie and Kazz

Lynda S from MN--donation to help with the bills

Ann Wood & family- -in memory of Kazz & our brother Paul May

Contessa--donation in memory of Kazz

Renee C--donation for FFRC

Kathy R--donation to FFRC

SHaron D--donation to FFRC
Hallie G--donation for FFRC

Whiskars--donation to FFRC

RoseF--donation in memory of Kazz

Stinkygraykitty--donation in honor of Coralie, in memory of her mom Joan who passed 10/18.

A friend of FFRC's will continue the sponsorship of Derecho, that Kazz would do. Kazz loved Derecho the first time she put eyes on him.  This friend of FFRC would like everyone to think of the nice encounters and fond memories you have of Kazz, when you see Derecho! 

We've had 4 more adoptions!

Soda and Tother were adopted together on 11/4. They have a mom and dad that loved them from the time they met them! Soda is one of Irene's litter and Tother came with the group of 5 tigers.

Buddy and Sodo were adopted together, today, 11/7.  They went to a family with lots of cat lovers! I'm quite sure they will fit very quickly into their new home!

Get your walking/running shoes out or your bike!  For every mile you do, that can give FFRC a bit of cash!  This is through ResQwalk, an app you can get for free for your smart phone. For this last quarter, FFRC was give $68.25! And it's all for just walking....we have to do that anyway, so let it count!

Realty Five, here in Defiance does such a wonderful act of kindness!  For every house they sell, they ask their buyers who they want to donate their community donation to.  They do this for every house they sell!  We just received $472.10!! 

We have an update on Boom Boom!  She is doing so well--loves playing with the kids and all of her cat toys. Her family loves her so much. She also likes to watch FFRC on YouTube! 

Another update is on Lynnie! She is now 7 months old. She had her first vacation to the family's cabin! "Her purr box is beautiful". She lovesh aving her cheeks and chin rubbed and playing peek-a-boo!

Little Nugget is doing awesome.  He's here in the purple office with me. And he is running....yes, running as fast as those tiny legs can go!  He spends time in a big condo during the day and inside the house at night. His last feeding of the day is at 10:30 by granddaughter Gracie. 

Chewy, Coffee and Comanche are all up front now! Chewy is still a bit shy but the other 2 are very confident and ever so sweet. Kazz, Kafuzzle and Kaylee are still hanging out in the back Thumper's Room.  The doors are open most of the day and I expect them to come up soon.

Zasha is doing so well! Her energy level is good as is her appetite. Her sutures are now removed and her incision wound is healing. She is still on soreness meds and 2 antibiotics. I get such a kick out of her when she gets the zoomies--she can spring on those 3 legs just fine!

Sparrow....what a sweetie of a kitten she is. She is on soreness meds and 2 antibiotics also. Her leg wound is now healing nicely. She does get up and move about but she spends most of her time in various beds. We put toys nearby and she loves to play. Her back legs are still very wobbly but she has lots of determination.  Dr. Darcy will see her Saturday.

Saturday is our FFRC surgery day. Planning on doing lots of spays and neuters. We will also have some physicals to do and check ups.

Zuccari, aka Pistol, is doing wonderful. He's learning good behavior from playing with the other kittens. And he's ever so cute. He loves to play and to be cuddled!

We had BOXES on Friday--wonderful, glorious boxes! And we are thankful!

Lucy S -- Feather toy, Box of Lil Soups, Box of Delectable Bisque,Bag(70) of Glitter Balls, Bag of Cat Sushi 

Tears -- for Glory, Box of Delectable Senior 

Lynda D – Box of Bounce Large Size Dryer Sheets for Pet Hair 

Kim R – 5 , 50x60 Fleece Blankets

Contessa & Sara -- Letter and Art Work From Sara 

Mary K -- Potty Bags, Micro Fiber Wash Cloths, 17 Cans of FF Medley, Box(12) + 3 Jars of Baby Food Chicken/Turkey 

M & M -- Scrubber Pads, Micro Fiber Wash Cloths, Table Scatters, Lavender Candle, 2021 calendar, Crochet Animal Hat Kit, White Board Calendar, Reusable Bags,  lots of assorted office supplies, rubber bands, index cards , paper clips, folders Etc. Large bag of Candy, Tootsie Roll Pops, Star Wars Throw, 3- 50 x 60 Royal Plush Blankets, Necklace (Diamond Tower Pendant), Pocket Mitt Gift Sets, Kitty XMas Puzzle, Note Pad< Pet Friends Jewelry, Socks, Autumn Table Cloth, Shawl, 4 Baby Blankets, Lots of Wash Cloths    

   

Mr meow – Non Slip Food Bowls , 13 collars, Sticky Notes, Towel & Pot Holder Set, Fridge Magnets,  Snowman towel/pot holder set, party games, Bag Clips, 4pc Towel Sets,  Scratching post, toys, catnip, Animal Planet Pets, Kicker roo,

  

Anna / Outside girl -- 3 packs of Wipe refills, 10 Containers of Wipes 

Mr & Mrs & Baby Medic – 2 cases of Fancy Feast Gravy Lovers  

Plee – Box of Assorted size pads 

Dorothy D – 12 appetizers, Box of whiskas perfectly chicken , 

Brian C – Box of Large Size Bounce, Box(480) of Potty Bags 

Myrna – Box of Cat Heavenly Shrouds--special thanks

 

Jody J – 12 containers of Lysol wipes 

Anonymous – large bag of 9 lives dry food 

Anonymous -- 2 Bags(16lb) of Purina One Kitten, 4 Squeeze Ups

Stephanie & Christophe C & Trio  --  9 bags of Snacks , 5 plush blankets,  Ohio State car flag, clean and go wipes, door/floor scratchers, Jackson galaxy toy, several assorted cat toys cat nip play mat,

 

Anonymous – 500 9 inch plates, 

Jobear –  Case of Paper Towels (15) Mega Rolls 

Nona – 3 Hurricane Spin Mops 

Alan C--Delectable Chowder, Stew (3), Bisques (3), 1 box of Squeeze ups

 

Envelopes  

Phyliss B  – Card, $5 Chickie Money

Connie K -- Card & Donation donation 

Contessa – paw points

Jeanne S – Donation for feliz navidad 

Tom C – Donation 

Stella’s Granddaughter  -- 2 $5 chickie money 

You might have noticed Joy Joy is spending more time in the Main Area--such a pretty girl. I feel like she is beginning to feel some joy again in her life.  Lewbeth so loves a tummy rub! CDot is still so ornery--he stole my mask 4 times today--I think he knows I'll give chase! GG loves to "steal" the long toys that we use in the back Thumper's Room to play with those cats. He runs with it dragging between his legs! Coralie totally loves her princess bed! 

You all take good care. Have a wonderful Sunday tomorrow. It's a very good day. 

Tuesday, November 3, 2020

 Today is VOTE day.  I woke up to a note on my desk. It resembled a ballot and with lots of paw prints on it, crumbs of snackers, a whisker and a few dots of can food.  Had to be cat related!  While the kittens were playing,  the cats were accumulating in the purple office.  They were feeling very catriotic and gave me a list.  

Derecho was voted as the best uncle ever

Ramsay was voted as the gentlest cat

Pania was voted as to how to really SEE the kindness in others

Coralie was voted as how to bear troubles with a smile & a purr 

Asha was voted as knowing that everyone can be made a friend

Zelda was voted as the best keeper of treasures--boxes

Alma was voted as how determination can solve problem

Vernon & Hensley were voted as once being enemies ,knowing that being friends is the best.

Kiara was voted as the best for doing good deeds for others

Camvie was voted as a caretaker to many

Magic was voted as being unselfish--he knows how to share his heart

Janie was voted knowing that being different doesn't matter

..........Personally, I like this kind of voting!

We've had 2 more adoptions!

Frankie--our dear, sweet, loving kitten found a home and it's awesome! They love him very much! He was adopted  10/30. His new name is Franz. Because he was waking his new mom and dad up at 4:00, they keep him supplied with a dish of kibble in their bedroom for night snacking! He loves his fur toy on a stick! Happy kitten.

Dyambu was adopted 10/30. He went into a home with a mom, dad and a cat named Lynx. Lynx and Dyambu are already good buds! He is much loved already!

As many of you already know, we have lost a great friend and moderator of our chat--Kazz. Kazz has always been very supportive of FFRC, has been a joyful person. And compassionate. We shall all miss her very much. It continues to amaze me how this FFRCNation is.  Even though  many of us have never met face to face, we are friends. Good friends, family-type friends. And that means a lot.  Rest in Peace, Kazz.  You are missed. 

A big thanks to our mods for the donation to FFRC, in memory of our friend Kazz.  Touches my heart.

We've been even extra busy here.  We have taken more cats and kittens on to care for. Our "inn" is full but these kitties were living under a house, needing some help.  There are 6 of them--4 are siblings and then 2 are individual kittens. They are happy to be in out of the cold.Their names are from Name A Cat list. They arrived 10/31/20

Kaylee--female, lynx point siamese, long hair, born 8/1/20

Kafuzzle--female, lynx point siamese, long hair, born 8/1/20

Kazz 💙--female, lynx point siamese, shorter hair, born 8/1/20

Comanche--male, flame point siamese, short hair, born 8/1/20

Coffee--male, seal point siamese, short hair, born 4/26/20

Chewey--male, grey DSH, born 6/27/20

On 1/31/20, we also took on another kitten. Her name is Sparrow, another Lynx point siamese, short hair. Her birthday is 6/27/20. (Not found where other siamese were.)  Sparrow is a sweetie and has captured our hearts--she purrs instantly. She had been HBC--hit by a car. She spent the day at our veterinary office yesterday. X-rays revealed her problem. We had initially thought she had fractured her pelvis because both rear legs are very wobbly. I wish this was the case. Her x-rays reveal that she took the blow of the impact on both knees. The left is worse than the right. The problem is, she is a kitten and not only are both knees fractured, but it also includes the growth plates of the distal femurs. We have no magical surgery that can fix this so for now, rest, pain meds and TLC will suffice. Also antibiotics due to an open sore at one of the knees from the impact. We moved her yesterday to the top double condos in the back Thumper's Room.  Please keep her in your prayers and good thoughts. 

Update on Zasha, our grey/white cat that had the double amputation--ear and rear left leg. Unfortunately, even with having antibiotics on board, she has developed an infection in her leg incision area and it's opened up.  Dr. Darcy was consulated and we added another antibiotic. Plus, her wound is being flushed twice daily. She is eating good and loves to have her tummy rubbed.  Please also keep her in your prayers and good thoughts.

Yesterday was our HumaneOhio surgery day.  We sent up 50 cats!  An extra good send-up! And yesterday was HumaneOhio's first day in their new building! We sent 36 females and 14 males.  This included 5 of FFRC's cats. Our total for 2020 is now at 969 cats!

We have two adoptions on Weds--Soda and Nother will be going to their new home, together.  On Saturday, our adult Irene will be leaving. We also have Dis and Dat now on hold. 

We have thanks to give! 

Judy & Phil--donation to FFRC

Nina S--donation in memory of mom Betty, for her birthday and the care we gave her "baby", Tuffy.

Pablo--donation to FFRC

Dora A--donation in memory of Kazz

Phleblady--donation to FFRC

Fran D--donation in memory of our friend & mod, Kazz

MimiinFL, Jack and Uncle Buddy, the cat--donation for Feliz Navidad Fund

Kimkost--donation in memory of Kazz--a true friend of FFRC

Nancy I--donation to FFRC

Gusti--donation for Sparrows medical care

Mitzi F--donation in memory of Kazz

Patrick & Shannan W--donation to FFRC

Napa--donation in memory of Kazz

Harm B--donation to FFRC

Dennis--donation to help with Sparrow's care

Burgundy--donation to FFRC

Yvonne vdk--donation to FFRC

Mary D & Randi M--donation to FFRC

Phyllis B--donation to FFRC, in memory of Kazz

David W--donation to FFRC

Patricia R--donation for FFRC

Juliann B--donation to FFC on behalf of Fran D

Lorene B--donation to FFRC
Robert G--donation to FFRC

Another special thanks goes to St. Mary's Parish Ministry Center. FOr National Cat Day, they did a collection for FFRC and then delivered it too! Lots of items--paper towels, baby wipes, dry cat food,toys, towels, etc.  So very kind of them and much appreciated.

We've had an update on Zastria. She enjoys looking out the patio door. She had her first viritor and was very friendly. She is adjusting nicely and her new mama is enjoying her. Zastria likes her human's bed and her lap for a nap! 

All is well in the cat FFRC world.  The doors are open clear from the back to the front. The kittens are starting to come up to the main area. Paulie just ran into the purple office with Sodo in hot pursuit. Paulie dove into the cavity under the climbing steps. Completely threw Sodo off--he sat there looking for a couple minutes, trying to find Paulie while Paulie was sitting ever so still!  Just like kids! 

Friday, October 30, 2020

This is an extra long blog--a book, actually!  Grab a drink, a snack and a comfy chair!  We have lots to cover!
Hello to all of our FFRC friends.  I'm late........getting a blog out and I'm very sorry.  When Covid first started, I sincerely thought it would give us more time here. Instead, it has caused things to take more time. Needless to say, I'm behind in many things. Lately I've been working hard on our many applications which is very time consuming. It affects everything here including how we do adoption visits, the actual adoption, HumaneOhio, our cleaning, keeping volunteers scheduled, etc.  Because Covid is also hitting everywhere hard, including Defiance, we are working on an FFRC COVID PLAN, to have things in place just in case we have a positive result show up here at FFRC.  I feel it's important to keep you all up to date, to the best I can---and that is because you are important to us. I believe in being up front with you--to be honest. These planning things all take time too. If we ever have to use our Covid Plan, you will be made aware. 

And to add to everything, this is just plain hard for most folks. Here, when I put our Closed signs up, I fully thought it would be for a couple weeks. I distinctly remember doing this --made me cry--we had never shut down before. And now, it's months and months later.We are still closed to the general public in trying to keep our many volunteers safe. We do work out safe adoption visits. This pandemic has been rough for everyone--it's caused many changes in our lives.  Tempers are sometimes short, feelings are raw. We just have to keep trying, to be kind, to be thoughtful and to help one another through this. And above all, to be patient with each other. 
A friend of FFRC has recently contracted Covid--here is something she copied:

So, let's do a catch up!  We had BOXES that we had on Weds. 
Karen B -- 6 Cans of Spray Sanitizer
Diana H -- Card, Donation, coupons, 2 Flats of Stamps, Folders, 
Dorothy D -- 1000 T-Shirt Potty Bags 
Cindy G -- Sign for DJ Magic & D-Man Radio Show 98.1 WFRC 
Meme & Buddy the Cat -- 3 Bags of Pop Tabs, 4 Cans of FF,   
Beth/Eaglewatcher -- 3 Boxes of Keurig Hot Chocolate, 3 Boxes of Keurig Coffee,
KathyWV & Donny --  Box of Assorted Cookies for Volunteers,    
New Jersey Lurker --  Card, Pack of 8 Mini Spatulas, 2 rolls of Stamps, 2 Silicone Jar Openers, 
4 Reversible Face Masks, 
Mr. Meow -- Food, Towels, Case(30) FF Gravy Lovers, 2 Cans of Chicken, 12 Cans of Friskies Pate,
2 Packs of Squeeze Ups
Jenn & Jim -- Case(40) Friskies Pate
PiperJo -- 4 Boxes of Whiskas 
Davzy -- 2 Cases of Mother and Baby Cat Cans, 2 Bags of RC Mother and Baby Cat Dry Food
Patty PK -- Large Bag of Purina One Salmon / Adult 
Sara & Family/eaglefan -- 4 Cases of Baby Food 
Denise & Elizabeth -- 5 Halloween Towel Sets, 2 Tissue Box Covers, Lysol Wipes, 4 Squeeze UPs,
 Lg Spatula, 4 Packs of Styrofoam Plates, 2 Boxes of Delectable s, Pate Lickable Treats  
Paul B -- Large Bag of Purina Natural Food, Containers of Party Mix, 6 Cases of Baby Food,
 Container of Greenies, 
Stripey D --Note,  Bag of Squeeze Licks, Paper Towel rolls for Ramsay, 4 Cases of Ham Baby 
Food in Memory of Dingy, 2 Replacement Scratchers for Turbo Track
BIllyPogo--2 purple mamas and donation to FFRC

Envelopes 
Patricia H /Il -- Card, Donation
Elaine & Allen -- Card, Flat of Stamps, Donation in Honor of Lil Kat
Diane N -- Card, Card , Donation for Zasha 
Marie / Jabberwockymom -- Card, Donation 
Sherry  W & Dave -- Card, 3 $5 Chickie Money 
Dennis & Terri W -- Donation in Memory of  Joan Bauer, 
Julie & Mike F -- Donation in Memory of Joan Bauer
Marilyn/ Oregon cat lady -- Card,10 -  $5 Chickie Money
Joy & Don D -- Note, Donation 

And then........we had our wonderful Fun-Raiser. Many thanks to those that donated these items, to those that wanted tickets and to the mods and admins for helping us spread the word! And to Marcia and Lynnette for helping with tickets!
Fun-Raiser 
A --  Won By PeppiCali               $ 80
B --  Won by JeezerMd               $ 260
C -- Won by  Ferole                   $ 210
D -- Won by  Candice G             $ 115
E -- Won by  Stan                        $ 95  
F -- Won by  LJ                          $ 140
G -- Won by Meme                    $ 160
H -- Won by Jame Ge                $ 410
                               TOTAL         $ 1470
Bump Ups - dkweiler, LJ, Schlee, Beth, Jo603, Jaxx, anonymous, donnajb 
GRAND TOTAL $ 1780.13    Steve spent last evening paying bills--thanks for making this an easier job for FFRC!

We've had several more adoptions! 
McSplish was adopted on 1 0/22.  She went to an incredibly patient family who is letting this sweet girl acclimate to her new home.  They are keeping in touch with FFRC

Bella was adopted 10/24. This was our neighbor's kitten that decided FFRC was the fun place to
be!  We've taken care of her for weeks and have so loved her. She left to be with a family of the
neighbor. They have kids to love on her!

Roosevelt was adopted  10/25. I've heard back from this family and they sure do love Roosevelt!

Kalix was adopted 10/28. She actually lives down the road from FFRC!

Zastria was adopted this morning to a wonderful FFRC friend! 

Please forgive me--I have totally confused my mods and the viewers with misspellings of Kalix 
name.  The correct spelling is indeed Kalix but I put it as Kelix several different times.  This is a
Name a Cat name. I'm so sorry for the confusion. 

Good news for our sweet girl Zasha.  Her leg and ear amputation was done on 10/22. Everything 
went well. Her ear tumor was sent in for a biopsy-and it's an innocent growth! She does not
need to have any further part of her ear removed. Dr. Darcy did an awesome job on both
amputations. Zasha is 100% enjoying her soft cushy orthopedic cushions. She does hop down and
back in from the lower condos in the back Thumper's Room. She hasn't wanted to venture out yet. Her sutures will be coming out soon.

And now--more catch ups.  We have taken on more kittens and cats.
Nugget--a little bitty black/white boy that has long fur. He arrived at 3 weeks of age and weighed .85 ounces. He was all by himself outside--no place for a tiny kitty. Plus, the fleas were terrible for him.  What a sweetie!  He gets fed 7 times a day and gobbles up his syringe fed formula! 

Joy II--also called Joy Joy. She is a long hair black/white female that arrived on 10/25. Someone must have dumped her at our local WalMart. That night is when it poured. She took shelter under the cars. Our volunteer that works at WalMart and her co-worker trapped her.  What a beauty. She has a blackchin, black nose and a black dot on her left cheek.  Her birthday is 9/14/18.  

LewBeth--another long hair black/white. She is named after our friend LewBeth that passed away. She arrived 10/28/20 and has a birthday of 4/10/19. She has a black nose, black chin. She was so hungry when she arrived and is a bit thin. Another sweetie girl.

Zuccari--and yet, another black/white kitten, long hair.  Zucarri was found by a volunteer, on her 
doorstep in the dark. Where did he come from? He weighed 2.03 upon arrival and the boy never stops eating. His nickname is Pistol, for a good reason. This little guy is a go-go-go boy--if he's not down and out for a nap, he's on the move. And ornery.......yes, sir! That's our Zucaari! His birthday is 9/2/20. He arrived 10/28/20.  He's a real treat.

And then, the kittens that we have said we would take in (before my vacation),  have arrived. Their birthday is 9/4/20. Their mama is now spayed. The family kept 2 of the kittens and we took 5. They are very cute (and sweet) DSH's and ASH's.  They arrived 10/29.
Dis--ASH (american short hair), female
Dat--ASH, female (shaved tummy for ID)
Tother--ASH, male
Anda--DSH (domestic short hair), brown tiger, female (shaved tummy for ID)
Nother--DSH, brown tiger, female
Ok--now, read those names down from the top!  Guess who presented these names--LJ, of course!

IMPORTANT!! Please check this out!  It's about a Pampered CHef Party and FFRC!  The link is:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1055593811535684/members     Thank you!

Remember Owen, our sweet boy that was adopted 2 months ago?  His mama so loves him. He likes to watch the geese flying by and the leaves! He's a super cuddler. His favorite toy--a big brown paper bag! 

Yahtzee and Simpson were also adopted about 2 months ago. I received lovely pictures of them. Their new mama loves them and says they are great friends to each other. Both Yahtzee and Simpson watches our youtube!

We also have a BOX time to share our thanks with!  These boxes were last Thursday!
William &  Alessa S, for Patricia S -- 12 broths 
Mls -- 3 Containers of assorted Party Mix, 4, 16 lbs of Purina One Adult food
Mr. Meow -- Halloween Scratching Playhouse, Rib Bones for Janie, Halloween pop up tunnel, Snacks and catnip for Ramsay trick or treats, Card, 10 cans of Sardines, Box of Chowder, 5 Boxes of Paws Happy Life, container of Snacks, Box of Pleasing Pate, Lots of Toys

Cindy G & Linda -- Derecho learns to fly Book, Airport Runway Landing Yoga Mat, a Pair of Flight Wings, Queen Bed for Coralie,
Jaxx -- 4000 6 inch Styrofoam Plates
Mighty Kats & Brothers -- 42 lbs of Fresh Step Litter, 12 cans of Salmon, 5 Churu (Bondi Licks), 2 big bags of Journey dry cat
Ju In Ji --  6 Cases of Baby Food
Joco -- 15 Cases of Baby Food
Akiko -- 12 Cans of Salmon, 
Ellen & Joan P -- 3 Cases of Baby Food, 
Lj -- 1 Box of Broths, 2 Cases of Whiskas, 2 Boxes of Squeeze ups,
Allen & Elaine -- in Memory of Lil Kat, 2 (40) bags of Litter, 5 Cases (24) Friskies, 1 Case (32) Friskies, Case of FF, Case of Appetizers  
Roseannd & Bianca cat -- 2 packs (6) Fleece Blankets
Jodi J -- 6 Containers of Wipes 
Denise & Elizabeth S -- 8 Adoption Folders , 2 packs Coffee Cups, 2 Containers Assorted Party Mix, 4 Boxes of Keurig Coffee, 3 Boxes of Lance Cracker/Cookie Snacks,2 Packs of 6 inch plates, 3 laser lights  

Susan 345 --  Bag of Royal Canin, Mother and Baby Food, 
Solie, Pippi, Hope and Fluffy -- Case (19) cans of Science Diet 
Carla/CJ500 -- Bag of Iams Kitten food, Box of Blue Wilderness, 2 Cases(24) Friskies 
Yvonne VDK -- Box of Broths, Case of Reeses Pumpkins, Lg Bag of Iams Kitten,

Lynda D -- Box(18) of Delectables,  Bag of Royal Canin Mom and Baby Cat dry food, 2 cases of Royal Canin Canned Kitten food
Karen B -- Case of Salmon, Case of Chicken, 
Beth/Eaglewatcher -- 4 Cases of Baby Food, Bag of Purina One Chicken 
Sandy A -- 2 Bags of Purina One Adult
Cathy & John S -- Card, Medical Needles, Box Tops for Education, Small Vet Bags, 2 Purple Momma, 2 Kitty Treat Jars, Box of Beyond Mixers Immune support ,  2 sets of Salt & Pepper Shakers, Cutting Board Cheese Cutter, Cat Perch, Bag of Royal Canin Momma and Baby Food

Patty Pk -- 2 Cases (24) Friskies Extra Gravy Pate, Case (24) Sheba Perfectly Portions, 
Cathy831 -- Small Spatula!

Envelopes 
Kelly S -- Pro Plan Weight Codes 
Sue M - Note, Donation for Marilyn Sponsorship 
Jill M -- Card, Donation to Feliz Navidad fund in Memory of Ginger W
Anne, James & Skippy -- Card, Birthday Card for all CH Kitties, with Donation 
Bill & Linda H -- Card, Donation 
Ron & Barb W -- Donation for Spiker

Monday is our next HumaneOhio. surgery day.  Due to Covid, we are trying to do check ins outside yet, despite the cooling temperatures.  We have a safe way of checking the cats in and out.

You might have noticed that Shamballie is up in the Main Area now.  It's true--he's back!  Shamballie is my mom's cat. Auntie Beth is also part of his family.  Shamballie has decided it's great fun to be running out the door, way too often. So, he is now up here with us where we can control that a lot better. Have to keep this sweet boy safe! 

We have been spending time getting things ready for winter--we like to have the farm yard completely stocked in case of super snowy weather.  The sunporch has it's clear plastic walls up to keep those porchies warm.  All cat areas have their red lights up now for warmth. 

And we have more thanks to give! (due to length of blog, I've condensed a bit!)
Janet M,  Steph M,  Colleen P,  Barbara F,  Kelly L,  Marti W,  Svetlana AG,  Janet K,  Victoria OB, Donavon S,  Joseph V,  Yukihiro M,  Marti W,  Bill M,  Janet S,  Dora A

Beth--donation for Belltime's birthday for Feliz Navidad Fund
Currie Family in UK--donation for Zasha's medical needs
Ting Tong--donation for Zasha's medical expenses
Billie K--donation for medical needs for Zasha
Gusti--donation for biggydew for Bella
Uwe N--donation for Feliz Navidad Fund, in memory of her CUmano
Marlene, Nancy & Wee Nellie in Scotland for Zasha's needs

I've also received an update on Roosevelt. He has blended into his new home so nicely! They 
love him very much.

 Folks--please keep our mods in your good thoughts and prayers.  They are human, just like us. 
Sometimes, they too, are dealing with hard things.  Please, when you see them in chat, give them a big thanks for all they do and wish them a happy day. 

Thanks, everyone for all you do for us.  YOU make it possible for what we do here. We try our best to do the very best for our cats and kittens!  

And be patient with me too!  I make mistakes (LOTS of them!).  If I've forgotten something, or neglected to do something I said I would do or I haven't returned a message back to you yet.........just let me know!  

Ramsay is on the move today!  We all love it when that boy decides to change his locations by himself. It may take him a while, but when he does, he's so very happy! 

And CDot continues to be an extra sweetie! He's only "stolen" my mask twice today.  I told him those masks are to be respected but he just gave me that ornery look and ran away with it! 

 

Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020

 Yesterday was another HumaneOhio day! We sent up 33 cats--12 males and 21 females, plus we sent up a male dog that belongs to an FFRC friend.  

As I am typing, I am being "mauled" by CDot!  He is a complete nut!  He's on my shoulder, the desk, the keyboard, in my ear, drooling and slobbering and purring like a semi truckHe also is a mask thief--he's been known to run off with our masks! And he looks so very innocent.  I just love this kitten but I cannot adopt him. He needs a home!!  As an orangie, he's absolutely perfect. 

We've had another adoption-- 

Terri was adopted on 10/17. Such a sweet brown tiger kitten! She was adopted by a family with 4 kids that were so wonderful to her! 

We had Buddy adopted briefly by the lady who rescued him. But, he's an active boy and needs a home with pets that will play with him.  She has 2 cats, but they are older and sedate in their ways. Buddy was also being a leg tripper and she was afraid she would fall. So....yes, Buddy is back and already rocking and rolling with his friends.

We also took in a new cat. Her name is Zasha, a grey and white cat. She is probably a hit by car victim. She was hit hard enough to cause her bone to stick out in her rear left leg. She also has a very strange growth on her left ear.  Dr. Darcy will be seeing her on Thursday for a leg amputation and a possible partial ear flap removal. This sweetie loves everyone and can purr and purr and then purr some more!  We have her on antibiotics and pain meds. She's a very happy girl. Please keep her in your good thoughts and prayers.  She has a bit of a recovery to get through.

We have thanks to give.  Your supports is what helps us get through these times.

Linda H--donation to FFRC in honor of Pam S's birthday

Kelly I--donation to FFRC

Riely & Bonnie--donation to FFRC

Norma C--donation for caring for Boom Boom

Deborah S--donation to FFRC

YvonneVDK--donation to be used where needed

Christopher S--donation to FFRC

James R--donation for FFC

Uwe N--donation for FFRC

We have some dates for you!  Mark your calendars!

This Thursday, around 1:00 or 1:15 will be BOXES, following Trivia!

Our next Fun-Raiser is 10/25 to 10/28.  On the 28th, BOXES are at 1:00, followed by the drawing and consolation prizes! Eight awesome items are involved!

Our next two HumaneOhio surgery dates are: November 2 and 16. 

The next FFRC surgery date is November 14, Saturday.

Plus, in November, we have 3 cats scheduled for their dentals.

Stay well, and be kind, friends. We need it now more than ever.

 

The point is, everyone has different viewpoints/feelings and that's ok. We each have a different story.  If you need to stay home, stay home, but be kind.  If you need to go out, just respect others when in public and be kind!  Let's not judge fellow humans because you're not in their story. We all are in different mental states than we were months ago.  So remember, be kind.

Thursday, October 15, 2020

Vacation is over and it's back to work!  Our family vacation was very wonderful and so restful. But......now, it's time to get cat/kitty care done, adoptions going, treatments done and all kinds of plans to make!

First, I need to catch up with our thank yous, which is very important to me. We had BOXES on Monday, These boxes were accumulated while on vacation!

Mike and Lorrie W - 10 Rolls of Toilet Paper, 2 Cases of Sheba Perfect Portions,, Container of Party Mix, Box of Quart and Gallon Storage Bags 

Anonymous -- 2  Cases of Chicken Baby Food

Mr & Mrs & Baby Medic -- 2 Cases of FF, Seafood Combo

Mary D & Randi M -- 4 Cases of Chicken Baby Food 

PiperJo -- 4 Boxes of Whiskas Packets 

Jane90125 -- Lg Bag of Purina One Healthy Kitten

Ellie Y -- 12 Handmade Crochet Blankets 

Pat L /Plee - 3 Boxes of Broths, Fresh Scoop Label Codes , Bag of Toys, Potty Bags, 3 Crate Pads  ,  

Melinda G /MPG - Office Supply's(pens, markers, etc ) , Lots of Eating Utensils 

Mr. Meow -- 3 Sets of Xmas Towels, Felix Cat Door Holder, 3 Towels, Oven Mitt with matching towels, 6-10 sets of Kitchen Towels, 4 50x60 Plush Throw Blankets, 

Ju in Ji -- 4 Cases of Baby Food 

Anonymous -Case of Delectable Bisque, Case of FF Appetizers, Bag of Jerky Treats for Janie, Case of FF Savory Centers

Dim -- 48 AA Batteries, 2 Cases of FF Kitten, 2 Cases of Adult FF 

Lynda D -- 22lb Bag of Iams Adult Food, 3 Boxes of Sheba Perfect Portions, Case of Huggies Wipes 

Karen & Gilbert -- 8 Cases of Baby Food, Large Container of Temptation Snacks, Box of Broths, 4 Boxes of Appetizers, Churu bondi Licks 

Bill & Lisa -- Donation in Memory of Patricia  Schmel -- Post it Notes , Several Cat Toy, Travel packs of Wipes, Bondi Licks, 3 Broths , several Bags of Temptations, 2 Box of Quart Size Storage Bags 1 Gallon, 5 perfect portion, zip ties , 2 can covers, Advantage 2 Kitten Treatments

Brian C -- 2 Large Containers of Animal Crackers, 3 pkgs. Nutter Butters, 2 cases baby food, 14 cans chicken, 32 cans tuna

Anna/Outside Girl -- 6 Containers of Clorox Wipes

JeezerMD - 7 Cases of Baby Food,  

Ann & Sean P -- 25 Containers of Clorox Wipes, 7 Bags of CatNip

Anonymous -- 2 Books, Dean Nicholson Nala'World  

Davszy -- 2 packs of Squeeze ups, Case of Broths, Lg Bag of Purina One Adult Food 

Mighty Kat & Brothers - 2 Boxes of Friskies Gravy Sensations, Halloween Ghost, Spooky Treasurers, Tomb Stone Scratching Pad  

April Catlover -- 2 Boxes of Appetizers, 1 Case of Baby Food, Container of Baby Food

Anonymous -- 8 Cases of 9Lives Pate 

Joco -- 4 Cases of Food 

Julie/Tigercat -- Thermal Laminator,

Terri & David C & Evie -- Case(40) Friskies , Container of Party Mix, box of Friskies Gravy, Box of Soups 

Julie & David--2 packets Wildness cat treats for Spiker

VIcki B--3 bags Royal Canin mom/baby dry & 2 pkgs Pania Flakes

Eaglewatcher--BIG bag Purina One cat food, 4 cases Friskies Lil Soups

ENVELOPES

Mellissa L/NY -- Donation 

Susan B / Oh -- Donation in Memory of Betty Pullen

Connie K / Oh -- Donation 

Tom & Linda C Il - October Donation

Jeanne S - Donation for Feliz Navidad 

Marilyn  and Terri B -- Card, $5 Chickie Money

My Hoes and Paws - For Spiker, Blue Wilderness Snacks   

Theresa H - Donation 

Janice & Randy P/Fl - Note, Donation, $5 Chickie Dollars 

Dawn K - Thank You Card, Donation 

Cheryl B/Md - Card, Donation in memory of Cutie, Uri, Jessie & In honor of Chaz, King & Donatello 

We're not done yet--our gratitude flows!  This too is an accumulation from vacation time.

Lynne W--donation to FFRC

Faithy--donation tohelp with a spay/neuter

Pam C--donation to FFRC

Thomas W--donation to FFRC

Judy and Phil--donation for FFRC

BIllieK--donation in memory of precious little Mesa

Cheryl B--donation to FFRC

Belltime--donation for Beth's birthday, for Feliz Navidad Fund

Lana H--donation for FFRC

Muriel MC--donation to FFRC

CyllW and Kitty and Murphy--donation for all the cats and kittens

Steph M--donation to FFRC

Colleen P--donation to FFRC

Janet M--donation for FFRC

Jennifer S--donation in memory of Pizazz

Bill M--donation for FFRC

Deborah S--donation for FFRC

Harm B--donation for FFRC
Patricia R--donation for FFRC

Shannan W--donation to FFRC

Lorene B--donation to FFRC

Tracy L--donation for FFRC

Jakesmeowmy--donation to FFRC

Hallie G--donation to FFRC

Ellen P--donation to FFRC

Donavon S--donation for FFRC

Katherine E--donation to FFRC

Carleen P--donation to FFRC, in memory of Joan B

Karen ML--donation to FFRC

Margaret D--donation to FFRC

KMT--donation in honor of Emmy's 4th BD (an FFRC cat!!)

Charlotte T--donation to FFRC

Kelly L--donation for FFRC

Yesterday, we had a Flash Sale. I'd like to thank everyone who donated the items for this sale and to those that purchased these items. It was a great sale and brought in $413.00 to help us with bills!!

Today was one of my favoritest mornings--it was a HumaneOhio surgery day!  We checked in 44 cats and kittens. This broke down to 21 females and 23 males., including 4 of FFRC kittens which are Soda, Sodo, Roosevelt and Buddy.  This brings our 2020 total to 886 kittens and cats.   Last year for 2019 at this time, we were at 928. But....remember, HumaneOhio was shut down for a few months. We're back on a roll now though and have another HumaneOhio date on Monday, October 19. 

We originally was going to have surgery at FFRC on this Saturday but due to a memorial event with my family for my sister, we cancelled it.  Now, we have had to cancel the memorial event due to the covid numbers increasing. Some of my family are from states, that if they were to visit Ohio, they would have had to quarantine for 2 weeks.  So......we are playing it safe and will plan this at another time. 

We have had 3 adoptions recently.

Smokey--was actually adopted during my vacation to a volunteer, but we're counting her for October 1!  I love this cat and was thrilled to have her get a home!

Djinn and Cohen were adopted together on 10/13. They are now Texan kittens!  It was a very long drive--2 full days but they were excellent travelers! They are now in their home and already very bonded with their new mom and dad.  So happy for all of them!

This weekend, we have families coming both mornings to look at the kittens and possibly pick a new family pet. We will continue to practice Covid safety measures. We also have Boom Boom and Buddy on hold.  

We took in 4 little kittens on Monday, the 12th. They were born to a mama outside. The family has been trying to catch her, so we can get her spayed.  These kittens are 4 weeks old, all appear healthy and have been in the front Thumper's Room.  Their names are from Name a Cat name list.

Daely (pronounced daily), brown tiger, female

Davis, brown tiger, male

Eileen, black tiger, female

Eamon (pronounced a-mon), black, male

Welcome, little ones. They are eating good and are little toy players!

Tomorrow (weather permitting) is our date to get that leaning tree cut down that is in the Covie's playground area.  It's a danger and if it falls, would damage The House that Jonah Built, the Covie Haven and the storage shed inside the playground. We will take much precautions to keep all of the Covies safe.

You all take good care and stay healthy. Derecho--I really think he could've been a poet or a book writer---he wants to add his thoughts!  He wishes everyone to carry one special thing throughout your life and that is hope.  It gives us hope that better things are ahead of us. Hope helps us get through even the toughest of times. With hope, we can work on being where we are meant to be right now and on the path to where we are meant to go.  Keep your hope alive!   Thanks, Derecho! .