Our mission is to reduce the number of homeless cats & dogs by paying for needed medical treatment and assisting with the permanent placement of these animals through our partnerships with local rescue groups.
Last Monday 4 paws 1 heart was contacted about an injured stray. We were able to arrange an exam and then he returned Monday for sedation. The doctor quickly discovered the major injury was his jaw wasn’t attached. The humane thing to do was euthanize while he was under anesthesia. This is never an easy decision but none of us wanted him to suffer. Thank you to Kevin Anthony Krok for giving Butch love and kindness during his final days.
This is why your support is critical. Otherwise, this dog would have suffered a very long time.Gina
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Sweet little Hope had her final vaccines and spay surgery yesterday. Hope was rescued by a neighbor after her owner put her outside to fend for herself when they moved. That’s when Hope was attacked by another animal and had bite wounds on her neck. She was also very underweight with an eye injury. Now she’s ready for adoption!!!! Please contact her foster momma Dee Brown Gudenau for details! Gina
She was found with severe frostbite on her ears, tail, and toes? Well, 4 paws 1 Heart covered all of her medical she is all healed up and in need of a forever home. We have gotten her spayed, vaccinated, surgeries on her frostbite, and she is ready for adoption! Please contact Stephanie Mclaughlin with any more information, or message me for direct contact. Thank you,
Queso is still having skin flare up’s, but we started him on injection that seems to be helping. You can follow his story here by searching “Queso” or on our facebook page. The poor guy has been through so much but his rescuer has showered him with love. Gina
His rescuer reached out to me to see if we cold help because he appeared injured. Fortunately, we were able to get him examined today. His neck area is very swollen, he has dried bloody drool on his forelegs, there os a bad odor from his mouth, and we were unable to look inside his mouth due to pain. Full sedation will be needed to do a full exam. He is on his stray hold and in the meantime we started him on antibiotics and pain meds. Monday we will plan to do an exam to determine if there is a tumor, jaw damage, or something else causing the pain. The finder had to give 3 baths because the dog was so filthy. So far no one has claimed him. He was possibly clipped by a car. If you have any info leading to his owner please let the finder in this post know. I’ll update again on Monday. Gina
**FOUND INJURED** Please share and help locate the missing family!County: MACOMBCity: EASTPOINTE / ROSEVILLELocation Details: 10 MILE / GRATIOTDate: 4/07/2024Gender: UNALTERED MALEEstimated Breed(s): BOXER / AMERICAN PIT BULL TERRIER MIXColoring: BROWN / WHITEPhysical Features:Estimated Age: YOUNG ADULTEstimated Weight: 60 POUNDSCollar/Microchip/Other: COLLAR / LEASH (WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN CHEWED THROUGH) / SCANNED FOR MICROCHIP, NONE DETECTEDContact: 586-899-7765 [email protected]Additional Information: DESCRIBED AS SUPER SWEET AND FRIENDLY / FINDER HAS VET APPOINTMENT 4/11/24Guardian must provide proof
4/11/24 – He was found on the street – literally – after almost getting run over by a car. His rescuer named him Thumper and contacted us for help with getting him examined and vetted. When I asked Dianne if she would be keeping Thumper, she gave me a definitive YES. Dianne went on to tell me that she and her son had a cat; her son passed away in 2006 and their cat passed away 6 months later. When she rescued Thumper it was only days before her son’s heavenly birthday. Dianne said that Thumper had already given her much happiness. We both agreed that Thumper was lovingly sent to her by her son. – diana
4/11/24 – On April 4 we received the following update on Tiggi from his rescuer, Julie:
“Two weeks post OP. And He was a champ getting his sutures out! Thank you so much for saving his life. First time I’ve ever dealt with an eye removal. He is a very sweet boy and will never ever be outside again. – Julie”
Another life given a second chance because of the generosity and kindness of our supporters and veterinarians. – diana
4/11/24 – UPDATE: New Beginnings Rescue will take Baby into their rescue in 3 weeks. But, Stephanie is still looking for a temporary foster so surgery could be done sooner. Authorization has been given for the amputation.
4/10/24 – We were contacted by a former volunteer at the 4p1h Kitty Room at the Pet Supplies Store on 13 Mile and Harper. She has been helping out a lady in Detroit by TNR’g strays fed by the lady. She has also helped with food and shelters. Stephanie advised that Baby is friendly and was brought inside to the lady’s home. The caretaker noticed in March that he was attacking his own tail and is yelling in pain. It looked like he had some puncture wounds in the tail.
Baby was first taken to one of our partner vets where he could quickly be seen. Unfortunately, the doctor believed he was feral and gave him an antibiotic injection through the carrier but did not give any pain meds. While Stephanie worked with the caregiver, an appointment was made with Patterson Veterinary Hospital where it was determined that his tail would have to be amputated. He was given pain med.
The problem is that Baby is not in a safe environment and we are reluctant to have him go through this surgery with a difficult recovery ahead unless he can be placed in better living conditions. Please let me know if you can help and I will put you in touch with Stephanie. The caretaker will surrender Baby so that he can be helped, and Stephanie will take care of getting a signed surrender. Thanks! – diana
4/10/24 – Today we received the following e mail from a rescuer we helped in 2017. Thankfully, Robin, rescued handsome Mason.
“Hello. This is Robin (Robin Marie on Facebook) You helped me with my Hope in 2017 and she was Ms October 2018. February 2nd 2023 Our brave fighter lost her battle. A fight everyone said wasn’t even worth it. But you guys helped us and prayed along with us! That’s what gave her 6 more years of breathing life and loving it! I’m forever grateful for that!!
Today I’m reaching out for some assistance with a stray dog I have. He was found in Detroit 12/28/23, dragging a 10-foot chain. He was so hungry. I actually first spotted him eating out of a large garbage pile on the side of the road. I was on the phone with a friend who does outreach in Detroit. They came out and helped me secure the dog. Once in our custody, it was obvious his life wasn’t the greatest. However, we try not to judge. He was posted on local sites and reported to DACC. No one ever claimed him.
The person with the outreach group called another animal rescuer and was able to get the dog seen by a vet. He was throwing up garbage and corn on the cob chunks. X-rays were inconclusive. He was given meds and supportive care. He received a rabies shot and tested negative for heartworm in January. He has had no additional vetting. They did sign over his medical paperwork to me. I’ve named this sweet boy Mason. He’s roughly 1-2 years old. Around 50 lbs. Unaltered. Im looking to get help with getting him neutered, the rest of his vaccines, and heartgard/nextgard. I’m actively looking for a rescue to take him or a forever home. In the 3.5 months now, I’ve reached out to over 20 rescues with no luck. I’d prefer if he went to a forever home. But I’m financially unable to provide the care he needs. Any help will be very appreciated!”
Mason will be seen and treated at Patterson Veterinary Hospital. Please contact Robin through facebook message. You can find her under Robin Marie or contact me at: [email protected] I can then put you in touch with Robin. – diana
