Sunday, December 6, 2020

Grathaciate to you all! Nope, that's not a misspelling!  It's my new word to you--to help express how thankful I am to each of you for what you do for this Rescue Center.  

I am........grateful, thankful and appreciative......all rolled into one!  So, a big grathaciate to you! 

Kitty Christmas was yesterday. Actually, that was the conclusion of many weeks ahead of that! Here's a bit of info of what went into Kitty Christmas:

FIrst box arrived 9/20/20

The heaviest box delivered was 71 pounds

There were 598 boxes (including litter that has not been delivered yet)

Total weight, including litter was 16,115lbs

Bags of adult cat food--46 bags

FIVE pallets of litter will be delivered of Dr. Elsey's Ultra litter!

Bags of kitten food--26 bags

Snackers--83 containers

Baby food--99 cases

Canned cat food--191 cases

So, you can see that we have much to be Grathaciate about!

Yesterday was a fun day of celebration of YOU--all those who made it possible. We had cat cookies. The cats had 3 specialized meat cakes. Santa came and gave the cats a big golden castle they can play in for a long time! A fresh cooked 29 lb turkey was brought for an afternoon snack (some went into the freezer). Stories were told. Volunteer and mods gave their thoughts on favorite cats and kittens. Lots of names were drawn for many give-aways! A wonderful Christmas story by CIndy G was read. Plus an FFRC version of Twas the Night Before Christmas.  All these things were planned for YOUR enjoyment because we appreciate you all. 

And then.......another surprise happened. FFRC will be ordering many of the medical supplies that we are in need of. Money was donated to cover these costs. What a relief to be able to have our needed medical items on the shelves. 

On top of that, our rather large veterinary bill at Dr. P and Darcy's clinic is paid in full. A whopping $2791.38 was covered by generous donators. Plus, there was a $1,299.14 extra that was given for a credit at the vet clinic! 

And then a bumper upper miracle happened. You folks kept right on giving. We don't have a full total on it, but over $,1600 was collected in bump ups to be added to the credit at the vet office. Grathaciate! 

I would also like to say a big thanks to Bill and Angie.  They gave up half of their garage for months to hold all of the packages. They gave much time to organize this event and to do all the shopping. And to plan how to squeeze out every penny of a dollar to best use. Another thanks for providing our taco supper after the event! I am very Grathaciate.

And thanks to Lynnette and Marcia.  They too gave hours and hours of time to help plan this event. They both are also my sanity-keepers! Pure joy to work with them. Grathaciate.

A friend and I was talking today of how awesome our FFRCNation is. FFRC is grateful for every penny. I will always remember a little girl that came to FFRC. She dug into her pocket and held her hand out so proudly--she had 57 cents. She earned it and was giving it to FFRC---oh wow. That was one of the richest 57 cents we ever had. 

We had four more adoptions!

Lewbeth--(missed putting this in last blog) was adopted 12/2. She went to a family to be the best friend of a young girl. They had met here twice and Lewbeth sure did her best to show that she was the cat that would be devoted to this girl. Very sweet.

Jersey--adopted 12/5. She went into a family with 12 year old triplets! It was so cute--she went to each of the kids for pettings. She's going to be a tripled loved kitten!

Comanche and Kaitlyn--adopted 12/6. They went together to a home with a mom and a dad that has lots love and time to give them. They also had brought some Christmas supplies for FFRC!

We had BOXES on Thursday! Many thanks to our catetary, MK!

Anonymous -- 7lbs of RC Baby Cat Food, Catnip Scratcher , 2-- 20lb Containers of Tidy Cat Litter 

New Jersey Lurker -- 3 Containers(50) Churu Squeeze Ups

Bill & Lisa S -- Card, Donation in Memory of Patricia Schmel,12 packs Temptations, 2 packs Advantage 2, Q-Tips, Broths, Toys, Quart Storage Bags,  

Anne, James & Skippy -- Soft Crate Carriers, 5lbs of Organic Dog Treats, Large Box of Chocolates

Hope366 -- Case(40) Friskies 

John/thor -- Triple Action Water Fountain 

Mr. Meow -- Card, Flat of Stamps, 7 Towels, 15 Stockings, 2 Light Globe,Calendar, Treat Bags, 2 Dice, 2 Cat Plaques with stands, Toys, Christmas Puzzle Books, Paw Print Ornament, 6 Cans of Sardines

Susan P, Dude, Fiddle, Rascal  & Neighbor -- Card, 30 Pot Holders/Hot Pads, Hand Made Quilt, 

Yvonne VDK -- Shusi Gummy Candy for Donna, Iams Kitten Food, 9lives 

Edna/Gem -- Hand Made Blankets for Adoption Bags 

Kathy 3103 -- 2 Boxes of  Weewuva  

Eddie & Rita M/Uk --  2004 Thomas Kincade Ceramic Christmas Tree, 

Sue & Socks -- 4 Boxes of Reeses Peanut Butter Cups, Huge Tin of Hershey Candy Bars, 25Lb Box of Assorted Hershey Chocolate Bars 

Great Aunt Julie --  Case(30) FF

Anonymous -- Box of Whiskas 

Ann, Kevin & Bailey B/Uk -- Card,  Humming Bird Figurine 

Sunnie J --  8 Towel Set, Socks, Wash Cloths, 6 Huggies Wipes, Bag Clips, box of 13 Gallon Garbage Bags, Post E Notes, Water Bottle, 3 Boxes of Belvita, Thank You Notes, M&M's for Lynnette    

Kinsey E & Wendy C -- 3 Cases of Friskies , 16Lb Bag of Kitten Kabootle 

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Envelopes 

Janice, Randy/Fl -- Card & Donation

Beth W/NY, Card & Donation 

Tom & Linda C/Il  - Donation 

Mary Od/Fl /Julie Od -- Card,  Donation in Honor of  Marti W

Cohen & Djinn/Tx  -- Card, Donation 

Forest & Dorinda K/Ga -- Note & Donation

Jeanne S/Fl -- Donation for Felix Navidad

Reta Z/Mi -- Card, Donation toward Vet Bills

Julia D/Pa & Kitties -- Card, Donation in Memory of Uri, 5 $ Chickie Money 

Rosalee V/NY -- Donation 

Marie M/ NM  -- Card, Donation 

Tomorrow is our HumaneOhio surgery day. Hoping for another full schedule. We will still hold the check ins and check outs outside due to Covid.  We will keep doing this until the weather is too cold.  We are sending 5 cats up--Kazz, Kafuzzle, Glory Bee, Saben and Sparkles.  FFRC will not be having an FFRC surgery date for December due to a change in schedule. 

Remember Lorha? Her family sent an email. Her new name is Holly and she rules the house! She's been with them now a year. Sounds like she's a happy girl!

We have taken on 2 new kittens. They arrived the same day but not from the same litter. Glory Bee is a black tiger, female, born 10/2/20. Giblet is a grey tiger/white kitten with a white tip tail, male, born 10/23.  They arrived separately but quickly have become best friends. They are in the back Thumper's Room, on the floor, shaking up the room! 

We have more thanks to give!

Jodiann87--Space Ace Bulk Hand Sanitizer--really nice!

Davena--donation in honor of Magic's birthday!

Donavon S--donation for all the kitties

Fran D--donation in honor of Magic's Birthday

Jason E--donation in honor of his mom--Doris, our Hatmaker friend

Hope A--donation to FFRC
Hans M from Germany--donation to FFRC

Hallie G--donation to FFRC
Ronnie T from KY--donation to FFRC

Tracy L--donation to FFRC
Ajpritting & Gary --donation in honor of Magic's birthday

Lakefront Cargo LLC--donation to FFRC
Renee C--donation to FFRC
Gusti--donation to help with FFRC kitties going to HumaneOhio

Dorothy H--donation to FFRC
Katherine E--donation to FFRC
Karen ML from OR--donation to FFRC
Annette20--donation for Coralie

Kittyflynn--donation to FFRC

Wednesday will be an adoption for Kafuzzle--she gets her new home!  Thursday, Kazz and Bamboo will be leaving for their new home!

You all take care and remember.........Grathaciate! 

 

Thursday, December 3, 2020

Kitty Christmas is now 2 days away! We are very excited and so very grateful. THe cats have put together lots of really nice COnsolation Prizes too, for Saturdays event--all kinds of goodies to be given away to show our appreciation to YOU! Santa and Mrs. Santa has already made 4 trips here. As you know, this Kitty Christmas will be very different due to Covid. But, we're up to changes and it'll be fun! The gifts have been awesome and much needed and super apprreciated. 

Kitty Christmas starts at 9 am and the last segment will start at 3 pm. We have lots to do! 

This blog is mostly going to be to catch up on thank yous and to talk about Coralie.

Let's do our thanks first!

 Sarah R--donation to FFRC

 Jerrilynn L--donation to FFRC

 Lindsey H--donation to FFRC 

Charles H from VA--donation to FFRC

 Dennis G from CO--donation to FFRC 

Ruth D--donation to FFRC, wishing blessings 

Sheila L--donation to FFRC 

Alex M--donation to FFRC 

Jessica & Brad F from MO--donation to FFRC 

Judy and Mr. Phil--donation to FFRC 

Harm B--donation to FFRC 

Shannan W--donation to FFRC 

David S W--donation to FFRC 

Jenean B from MI--donation to FFRC

 Barbara K from VA--donation to FFRC 

Patricia R--donation to FFRC 

Joseph C--donation to FFRC 

Chris C from CA--donation to FFRC

 Leslie G--donation to FFRC 

Lisa C from OR--donation to FFRC

 Lise A--donation to FFRC 

Cheryl S from MD--donation to FFRC, for her birthday 

Martin M from UK--donation to FFRC 

Richard O from VA--donation to FFRC

 Lorene B--donation to FFRC 

Gusti--donation to FFRC to help Maddie Mae Tru 

Sharon G--donation to help the Feliz Navidad Fund

 Cait O T--donation to FFRC 

 We also had donations made to FFRC for GIving Tuesday--Michelle & Mary LF, in honor of COralie, Kellie P from OH, Eaglewatcher and Michelle U in honor of Coralie 

 And then.....grateful donations for Coralie: Dave W, Billie K, Chloecat, Janet K and Wendy C from UK

 FFRC benefited from the Amazon purchases that were made through our website Amazon button! We received $150.90 which will be used for our utility bills!

 Maddie Mae Tru is groomed, shaved in parts, all mats, prickers and burrs removed, ears cleaned, brushed and combed and had a good bubble bath. Her white is snow white now and she looks super. And no sticky things to poke her anymore. Many thanks to those that helped us with new shavers--we even have a spare! 

Coralie news---many of you know that Coralie spent Monday at the vets. They had been closed for 2 weeks so that was the soonest we could get her in. In the past 10 days, she had been coughing up her food. This is not to be mistaken for actually vomiting. That is not the case. It was like she was "burping" up or coughing up her food. After having x-rays, a very large mass was seen at the base of her neck/throat. It is pressing on her esophagus and trachea. Like a true cat, she disguished her problems until her symptoms could not be hidden any longer. Due to the very large size of this mass, her trachea and esophagus is being compressed. The mass also has pushed the heart and lungs out of their normal position. It is displacing and flattening the trachea and esophagus. Dr. Darcy and Dr. P has conferred on this. We are trying a medicine that may decrease the size a bit. The good thing is there is no pain for her. There's several more problems though. Because of the compression on her trachea, it's hard for her to get enough oxygen. When she arrived at the clinic on Monday, her O2 was down to 50%--extreme critical condition. It took them some time to get the level up. Also, it's extremely difficult for her to eat. It's like a twisted tiny bit of esophagus to get any food to slide to the tummy. So, we are feeding her now every hour, just a little bit to keep her tummy satisfied with a little food. The other hard news is she also has masses in her lungs. With all of this combined, we are going day by day with her.   Folks, please understand, we are at hospice care right now for Coralie.  So.....it's all about Coralie now.  Her
"treatment" now is love, chin scritches (her favorite), us telling her she is beautiful (she knows it), her fluffy beds and her yummy very soft food. 

We also took in two new kittens. They are Saben and Salette Tiffany Sparkles (known as Sparkles). This brother and sister siblings are 6 months old with a birthday of 6/1/20. Both are black and white. Their names are Name a Cat name. They were found by a Deputy Sheriff when just 4 weeks old. His wife raised them and then asked if FFRC could find them homes! Both kittens are in Paddy's Place but will be out and about very soon.

 Monday is our HumaneOhio surgery day. We hope to have a full schedule, including 4 of FFRC cats. 

Take care, stay healthy and give your pets a big pet and extra snackers from FFRC.

Sunday, November 29, 2020

 The countdown has begun!  This coming Saturday is Kitty Christmas.  We've received 3 loads of Christmas goodies so far from you wonderful folks! Kitty Christmas is on 12/5.  Each top of the hour from 9 am to 3 pm, we will be doing something fun--it's all about showing our appreciation to you all for what you do for FFRC.  It's a tremendous amount of support you give us and so we are full of tremendous thank yous! 

We've had 4 more adoptions!

11/23--Prada was adopted. The great thing about this is she was adopted by the lady who also adopted Clive.  They were best friends here and now they can be best sisters, living in the same home!

11/25--Solomon and GG were adopted together! This always makes me extra thankful--to have teenager cats adopted! They now have their very own dad and mom!

11/25--Kaylee was adopted! I've already seen pictures of her in her new home and she looks totally comfortable and happy already. 

We had a Flash Sale on Tuesday--it was chock full of Christmas related things. This sale brought in $674 and it will all go towards our monthly regular bills.  Many thanks to those that donated the items that were used, to the Flashie Mods and to all of you who purchased these items.

We now will start an extra fantastic Fun-Raiser tomorrow.  We're trying to get these things in early, so that they will arrive to you well ahead of Christmas, in case they are for Christmas gifts!  This Fun-Raiser is all about the Pampered Chef items.  7 groups, all have an average of $200. There will be a video on the cam and also pictures on our fb pages! 

The Fun-Raiser will end at 9 am on Thursday, 12/3 with BOXES being at 1:00. This is followed by the Drawing and then Consolation Prizes. The 7 Pampered Chef boxes will be out the door on Friday to the winners. 

We had BOXES this week also. Great, glorious, awesome gifts!  We are grateful.

Anonymous -- 10 Boxes of appetizers, 

Mich & Vern -- T- Lots of Assorted T-Shirts 

Anonymous -- 8 Boxes (12) of 9Lives Pate

Mike & Lorrie W -- 3 Boxes(10) Whiskas Perfectly Chicken,  Case(24) FF Seafood, Large Container of Party Mix, Bag of RC Mother and Baby Cat, Box(12) Sheba Perfectly Portions  

Mr. Meow -- In Memory of Bonnie---3 Meaty Sticks, Assorted Squeeze Up's, 12 Pack of Broths, Box of Delectable Bisque for Seniors, 25 Assorted Purfectly Portions,  In Memory of Kazz---Box of Delectable Bisque for Seniors, 15 Iams Perfect Portions 

Linda S/MLS -- 4 cases of RC Mother and Baby Cat Cans, 2 Bags of RC Mother and Kitty

JatCat -- Case of Blue Diamonds Assorted Almonds

Jody J -- 10 6 packs Adoption Bags

Donna B -- 2 Containers of Temptations, 5 Containers of Party Mix

Denise & Elizabeth -- Xmas Towels, Plastic Canvas Kitty, 50X60 Fleece Blanket, 3 packs squeeze ups, 5 appetizers, sponges, Frolic Cat Laser Toy,  Box of Assorted Belvita Snacks, Tissue Box Holder

Judy -- 250 Hefty Large Plates

Linda L -- Case of Friskies Gravy, Case of Assorted FF & Friskies, Box (24) Sheba Pate, Box of Delectable +3, 12 Cans of Tuna 

Ju-In Ji -- 6 Cases of Baby Food 

Anne J & Skippy -- Cozy Slipper Bed 

Karen & Gilbert -- Container of Temptations, 5 Churu Squeeze ups, Box of Broths,4 Boxes of Appetizers, 4 Cases of Baby Food

 

Judyannlee & Phill - Temptations,Box of Sheba Perfect Portions,  Case of Baby Wipes

IBKCFJJJ -Awesomely Amazing Volunteer Christmas Gift Bags  Remember what this stands for?!!!

Suzanne & Andre, Freemont & Lorenzo -- LARGE Bag of Milk Rings, Box(12) Chicken 

Jennette  H / Scotland --  Card , Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, M&M Caramel Chocolate Bar, Deans Spiced Gingerbread Shortbread Squares, Texas Chocolate Orange Bars, Card & Donation in Honor of Magic, Birthday Banner

Ellen/ EHP -- Xmas Hand Crafted Wool & Felt Ornaments

Sonja -- For Vernon, 10 Packs of Delectable Squeeze Ups 

Jim S -- Box of Assorted Fudge--super delicious

Erin H -- Cans of Tuna, 3 Packs of Squeeze Ups, Dine Saucy Morsels, 2 Boxes of FF 

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Envelopes 

Georgina D/ UK -- Card, Donation

Herman, Willie & Sandra L -- Card

Dorothy C/Holland -- Card & Donation  

Joe & Kathie T/Defiance --  Card & Donation 

Sherry & Dave -- Note & $5 Chickie Money 

Ellen P -- Hand Painted Post Card

Bradley L/IN -- Card & Donation 

Joy & Don & kitties--card and donation

Bea -- Donation 

Beaty B/Ma  -- Donation  

Sue M -- Donation for Sponsorship for Marilyn 

Pat L --  Donation in Memory of June Miller

David H/Pa --  Note, Sponsorship for His Gang, 

Jackie W/JWasbearlover  --  Card, Donation in Memory of Kazz

Michelle & Mary/NJ -- Card, Donation for 3 Beautiful Cemetery Kitty's 

We took in a new cat.  Her name is Maddie Mae Tru. This name is for an older cat with soul.  One that is thoughtful and has accomplished living by pure determination. And then her Tru name means to have faith. You see, Maddie Mae Tru was found bumping her way around a neighborhood.  A person there brought her to FFRC.  She is obviously blind, an older female that has a huge heart. So gentle, so kind. She is a grey/white with long fur. Once she gets in better health, her fur will be extra beautiful. Right now it's full of mats and burrs and prickles.  She has let me get her back combed out but the rest will need some clippers. Sadly, our clippers bit the dust, all at the same time. 

And that is where we have had Clipper Angels come forward.  FFRC will be supplied by several new clippers!  This is like heaven to us as we use these often.  One will be kept purely for surgeries. One will be kept in the front Thumper's Room where we do lots of grooming and shaving of fur for injuries/lacerations.  One will be kept in the front Main Area for all of those quick needs.  And we will have a spare to fill in so we never are in a position as we are now..........no clippers.  I am so thankful for your support.  Super big thanks to our CLipper Angels! 

You may see Maddie Mae in the main area already. She just slowly walks around but seems to have picked the Kabana as her favorite room for now. 

A few surgery dates for you: 

December 7 and 21 will be our HumaneOhio dates.

December 12 will be our FFRC date.

And we have more thanks to give!

Steve & Lisa F--donation to FFRC, lus cat blanket, appetizers and Friskie packets, truffles

Pat P--donation to FFRC in memory of Kazz and Bonnie

Catlover2345--donation to FFRC, to be used where needed

Lori U--donation to FFRC

Janet M--donation to FFRC

Steph M--donation to FFRC
Colleen P--donation to FFRC

Madisonpepper & Charlie--dontion to help with Maddie Mae Tru

Inge VH--donation to FFRC

Maureen M--Happy Thanksgiving donation

Beth--donation in memory of Sophie, Belltime's kitty who has passed

Lostgirl--donation in memory of Bonnie

Julie E--donation to FFRC

Kelly L--donation to FFRC

Angelo D--donation to FFRC

Sounds like we may get a bit of snow Monday and Tuesday. We are ready!  Snow shovels are in place, all the red heat lamps work.  The cats have blankies and beds.  Just an FYI--the chicklets that we raised since they were 2 days old are now hens as they are laying eggs!  Many are the small "practice" eggs and many are double yokers.  We're so proud of the hens! 

All is good here. This week will keep us hopping with the finishing touches for Kitty Christmas and for the fun-raiser! We are excited. So are the cats..........they know everything we do here is for them and they too are grateful. 

Sunday, November 22, 2020

I am so happy--our kittens and cats are finding wonderful homes!  In the last 5 days, we have had 9 adoptions!  These happy homes are exactly what we want for our kitties and cats! 

Clive--adopted 11/18, brown tiger female, adopted into a home where her new mama picked her out weeks ago. Was waiting on her spay to be done. 

Miko--adopted 11/20, black male. He went to a home where a sweet 3 year old girl really liked him and Miko was so good with her!

Dis & Dat--adopted 11/20, both are ASH's, sisters. They went into my son and daughter-in-laws home. The last picture they sent to me showed both of their dogs and both kittens sleeping together!

Coffee--adopted 11/20, Seal point siamese, male. Coffee picked this couple as his family as soon as he saw them, by rubbing on them! 

Caden--adopted 11/21, brown tiger, male. His new family has lots of time to devote to cuddling Caden!

Paulie--adopted 11/21, black/white, male. His new home is in MN. He's another kitten that was picked out long ago, just waiting to be neutered to be able to go to his new home!

Eileen & Eamon--brother/sister. Eileen is black tiger and Eamon is black. They will have kids to love on them and play with them. 

We have 3 more adoptions coming up! The new mama to Clive will be coming on Monday to also adopt Prada!  These two girls are great friends.  The new family of Daely and Davis will also be happening soon!

Others that are on hold--Kaylee, Stuffins, Kerfuzzle and Jersey. 

We had our Flash Sale this past Tuesday--an extra special sale as it was all Warped items! This sale brought in $716.00--super helpful. Many thanks to Warped for these beautiful items, to our Flashie Mods and to the folks that purchased the items. And also to Lynnette and Marcia for handling the Flash Sale.

We have another Flash Sale this Tuesday--and it's all about Christmas!  Jingle Bells, Let it Snow and White Christmas all rolled into one big sale!  Lots of items--all Christmas related in one way or another!  It starts at 11:00.  We're doing this a bit earlier so you will receive these items in plenty of time before Christmas.  Come join the fun!

The Cemetery cats are doing good--Mirabeau, Eloise and Alaina.  They are adjusting nicely to being here. Stuffins too--he and Nugget are good friends. During the day, they meander around now but at nighttime they sleep together! They sure can play rough!

Remember our sweet McSplish?  I've just heard from her mom. McSplish has Jondalar and Sweet Pete also as cat friends in the home. McSplish loves to play. She has complete run of the house. Her new name is now Cupcake!

Remember the Pampered Chef parties that FFRC held, with the help of Angie L?  We are now ready to do a super fantastic Fun-Raiser with the items that FFRC won from the parties.  This will start on November 30, Monday, and end at 9 am on December 3, Thursday.  BOXES will be 1:00, that Thursday (12/3),  followed by the DRAWINGS! And then that is followed by some really nice Consolation Prizes!  Again, we bumped this event up a bit so that items will reach their destinations well before Christmas.  This Pampered Chef Fun-Raiser will consist of 7 items--all have a value average of $200.  All would be wonderful as Christmas Gifts if that is your desire! We can even mail them to their destination if you wish, instead of to the winners. 

We had BOXES this past Weds.  It was an extra awesome box time. And as always, we are very grateful!

Rug Lady Love 3 Cats -- 3 Bath and Body Rug Runners

YvonneVDK -- 24  Iams Single Serve, Large Bag of Purina One Salmon

Mr Meow -- 9 Christmas Stockings, Box of Trail Mixes, Volunteer Snacks( chocolate, nuts, chips, fruit ) 

 

June/Paintedaisy & T Boys -- Card, Pop Corn Socks 

Gracie/Yikes in the Yard -- 4 packs of Squeeze Ups, 10-12 Soups

April Catlover -- 2 Boxes of Appetizers, 2 Boxes of Beyond Mixers Bone Broth 

Rosiland -- Angel Christmas ornament!

Kathy WV -- 2 Boxes RC Mother and Baby 1st Stage 

Janet H -- 8 Hand Made Crochet/ Knitted blankets

Dorothy D -- 2 Boxes (12) Tiki Broths, Container of Temptations

Might Kat & Brothers -- 5 Purple Momma's, 7 Boxes of Delectable Stews & Bisque's, Box of Squeeze Ups, 5 Tombstone Scratchers, 

Crazy Old Bat -- In Memory of Bonnie  Cat Ear Rings, Pins 

Celie & Turbo -- 2 boxes of Royal Canin Baby 1st Stages, bag of RC Dry Food 

CJ500 -- Container of Temptations, RC Kitten, Case(24) Friskies Pate,

Sunnie J -- Adoption Folders, Rubber Gloves, Several Pairs of Socks, Thanks You Cards, Temptation Snacks , Box of Apple Cider, Hot Chocolate, Cards, Black Pendant Necklace, Zip Ties, Towel Sets,  Kitty Face Shopping Bag, Mr Clean Erasers, Cat Shape Scratcher and Cat Nip Tray, Walker Short Bread Cookies,  Milano Cookies, Chessmen Cookies, 2 Kitty Face Shape Trinket Holder 

Lynda D -- Panai Flakes, 4 Boxes of  Appetizers, 2 Containers of Temptations, Box(24) Viva Paper Towels 

Marie M/M&M -- Assorted Christmas Kitchen Mitts, Towels, Towel Sets, Micro Fiber Wash Cloths, 10 Coffee Mugs, 2 Kitchen Timers, 16 Pairs of Xmas Socks, Squeak toys, B/W Cat Wall Hanging , Blame the Dogs Plaque, Clock, Potty Bags, Coasters, 4 Quilted Cat Collage Throw, 

JeezerMD -- 60X80  Decorative Christmas Throw (for wherever you want) 

Plee -- 5 Boxes of Lil Soups

Lucy S -- Box of Broths, 7 packs of Sheba Perfectly Portions, 4 Boxes of Lil Soups, 4 Pack of Temptations

New Jersey Lurker -- 2 Containers of Squeeze Ups, 

Jeanette B / Fur Haven Kitties -- Bag of Janie Snacks, Temptation Holiday Turkey & Sweet Potato Snacks, 24 Cans of Thanksgiving Dinner

Terri & David C - Case(40) Friskies Surf and Turfin, Party Mix Original Crunch, Friskies Gravy Sensations, Box(18) Lil Soups

Shambali -- Large Bag of Purina One

Roseann & Bianca -- Case of Purina Dog Food, Case(24) Friskies Pate

Jane 90125 -- Large Bag of Purina One Kitten Food 

Beth/Eaglewatcher -- Case(42) Gardetto's Snacks, Large Bag of Mini Favorites Chocolates, 12 Boxes of Tissues, 30 Rolls of Toilet Paper, 4 Packs of 9 Toilet Paper 

Colo Eagle61 Kim C -- Card,5 Hand Made Afghans  

Judyanne Lee -- Pania Flakes, 2 Containers of Temptations, 2 Packs of Licky Sticks, Box of Broths, Toys, 3 cases of Sheba Pate Case(12) FF Kitten, Case  FF Turkey, 3 Boxes of Lil Soups, 4 Boxes of Appetizers, Case of FF Gourmet Kitten

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Envelopes 

Vin D - Card, Donation, 3 Flats of Stamps  

Linda & Tim B/Oh - Note, Donation in Memory of Eileen Hendershot for Spay & Neuter Program 

Pam / Noosma -- Note, Donation in Memory of Kazz & Bonnie 

Mary & Michelle -- Card, Donation for Zasha and medical bills

Kim R, Baby & Moose -- Card, $5 Chickie Money 

Marilyn & Terry B Card, $5 Chickie Money

Melissa L -- Donation Pablo -- Donation to Sponsor Paulie in Memory of Kazz

And we have even more thanks to give!

IHeartRagdolls, Izzy, Bella aka Kerfussy and Rufus--Amazon gift card!

CyllW, Kitty and Murphy--donation to FFRC

Marti W--donation to FFRC
Andrea S--donation to FFRC (adopted Paulie)

Kelly I--donation to FFRC

Elizabeth S--donation to FFRC

Karsten M--donation to FFRC

Deena M--donation to FFRC

I'd like to extend a super big thanks to our chatters. It's fun to sit back and watch chat. You all are so nice, so kind and so helpful to one another.  Sure, we get that occasional troll but have no fear--our moderators are right on it and will zap them off! But, chat is pleasant and I can see so many friendships there. Many thanks to our mods, chatters and lurkers. 

Another thanks to our FB admins. Our fb page is so filled with awesome cat "things". It's a relaxing place to go to, to relax and enjoy each other's posts. Thanks, Admins and posters! 

BOXES will be Wednesday this week at 11:00. Another busy week coming up!  You all take very good care of yourselves. We care about you! 

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.