Friends of Felines' Rescue Center is a 501C3 non-profit, cage free, no-kill feline care facility. Our goal is to adopt our kittens & cats into permanent loving indoor homes and to reduce homelessness, abuse, and euthanasia due to animal overpopulation. We operate on the kindness of private donations, both monetary, food, and supplies.
On 8/1, we recognized the National Girlfriends Day, and it was followed closely on 8/2 with National Sisters Day.
For some of us, both days recognize the same person(s). Happy Happy to all of the Sisters and Best Friends out there.
If MARILYN isn't Momma to all of the kitties, then she is everyone's girlfriend. Here she is with DERECHO, acting as both Momma and girlfriend.
WIBBLES and RAISIN bonding as only sisters do. Just in time for National Sisters Day!
Adoptions:
On 8/4, we had a surprise adoption. It happened right before boxes were opened. CAZMIN has gone to her furever home. Cazmin arrived 4/18/26. She was one of the "Hoard" kitties. When she arrived, she was very skinny and had bad ear mites. She is about 1 year, 3 months old. She is the only kitty in the home at this time. Her new name is LUNA.
Also on 8/4, we had another adoption. This time it was SCHMOOKIE. It was a great day for Torties, although Schmookie does have white feet. Schmookie's date of birth is 8/6/23. This is her birthday week! She also arrived as part of the "Hoard" kitties on 4/18/26. She had a skin issue, which has since cleared up. She is going home to a few other kitties, which she will be able to mother. She will be keeping her name. Special thanks to ParkBomYu for the blanket.
Intakes:
All of our pens are still FULL!
On August 3rd, a construction worker that was digging holes for utility poles on Power Dam Rd. found a little guy (not sure yet if male or female). His crew was from Toledo, so he needed to find a home for this kitty. It is a dark tabby about 1 1/2 month's old. He is currently playing in Back Thumpers Room with CALLAHAN and JACKMAN. We used the Name A Cat Program to name this little one. Here is the information from the poll:
123 Votes
WYNN 48%
Timbit 38%
Waters 14%
Wynn was submitted by Cindy W.
This week, we received a call from a rescue center that we work with. They specialized in FIV and Feline Leukemia positive kitties. They had a little baby that needed a home. This one looks a lot like WYNN. She is another tiger tabby with a lot of white, also 1 1/2 months old. She has the biggest eyes. She has not yet been tested or been named.
The new babies that arrived last week have been named:
Last Tuesday, 7/28, a new kitty was found on someone's porch. This 2-month-old boy is black with white paws and nose. He is extremely playful but currently has a bit of a wormy belly. He looks a lot like Sneakers, so we temporarily are calling him NOT SNEAKERS. We used the Name A Cat Program to name this little guy. Here is the information from the poll:
133 Votes
DIEGO 61%
Harby 24%
Catthew 15%
Diego was submitted by Diane E.
Also on Tuesday, a young lady brought in a kitty that she found rolling (literally) down the main street of Defiance, Clinton St. She stopped traffic and rescued this little boy and brought him to FFRC. This little guy is only about 1 pound and 1 month old. He appears to be pretty healthy. He is a dark tabby with very large paws. His first day, he was very spicy, so is being called HISSY SPITTY. After a day, he had settled down and is now very cuddly. He is staying with CALLAHAN. We used the Name A Cat Program to name this little guy. Here is the information from the poll:
118 Votes
JACKMAN 61%
Razors 24%
Swede 15%
Jackman was submitted by SonJa.
Health Updates:
Sadly, we lost our Nyota's Nest resident, HAPPY, on Wednesday, August 5. We were very surprised because she showed no signs of being ill. She was close to 14 years old. We are glad that she did not have to suffer. We will miss her.
VICTORIA has been feeling a bit under the weather and has been losing weight. She is one of the lades that share Nyota's Nest, so we don't' see her on camera very often. We are watching her carefully.
GUMBY's leg removal surgery on 8/4 was a success. He was kept overnight and was back at FFRC on Wednesday, 8/5. He has already learned to balance on his rear legs and is doing great! He is in Front Thumpers Room but wants to be out! We are giving him more time to heal.
CATSBY has an issue and was taken to Dr. Darcy's this week. Tests were run and is currently being treated for Toxoplasmosis and FIP. Due to the length of time it takes to get tests back, he is being treated for both. We do believe it is FIP. He is now in isolation in Front Thumpers Room. After only one day, he is showing improvement.
LEMON has a bit of a runny eye, which is being treated.
Holds:
We have some new/exciting Holds:
RUMPLESTILTSKIN will be going home with Michelle and Eric Yacks. They recently visited and decided that Rumples HAD to be theirs. They previously adopted ALI and have another kitty named Theo at home already. They will be keeping his name. The adoption is currently scheduled for 8/14.
Siblings, MALADE and THOR, are also going home. Their new mom had previously adopted their brother ZEKE. There are also a few other kitties in the household. The adoption should happen around Labor Day Weekend.
MALADE
THOR
ZEKE
There are two tentative holds for
RENLY
and WILLOW. More details to follow.
We also have an approved adopter that has expressed interest in ZOOKIE. Once the adopter actually visits and meets the kitties, a final decision will be made.
SAZAZ will be going home very soon. She doesn't have to travel far. Our own Debbie will be taking in another big kitty for her very own. Debbie is still feeding babies: Nigel, Beazlee and Shine. She needs to get them ready to move to the main center. AND.... then I think that Debbie needs a little "no kitty" time before the big lady moves in. We are so happy for Debbie and Sazaz!!!!
Center Kitties:
The Sleepy kitties of FFRC:
PEROGIE getting a few ZZZZs.
MURPH testing the limits of this bed.
ALIKI: Sleep with one eye open.
Adopted Kitties:
BLUE is now HYPNOS. Both he and DIGBY are doing great and are in charge.
HYPNOS
DIGBY
TIGRESS enjoying a Lazy Sunday.
Do you remember PEAPOD (now BIRDIE) and FUDGE (now BEAR)? They were such little babies when they arrived. Look at them now!!!!
Bear still loves playing with her favorite toy, a plastic spoon.
And Birdie has a gray undercoat--even light-colored tufts between the toes.
FFRC Chatters Weekend:
PLEASE LET LYNNETTE KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING!
e-mail: ffrclynnette@gmail.com by 8/14, so that she knows how much food to have.
Box Day, 8/8. We received lots of needed food and cleaning supplies. Thank you to all that sent in items.
Staffing:
We said goodbye to Shalin on Monday, August 3rd. We wish her the best at her new job.
Friends of Felines Rescue is looking to fill some open positions! These are paid spots. Please let me know ASAP if you or anyone would be interested!! You can send a resume to ffrcmegan@gmail.com
Inside Cleaner:
Afternoons (option for more hours are available)
This includes sweeping, mopping, feeding, laundry, and general cleaning. Looking to hire immediately.
Pay starts at $15. Much have own transportation, able to lift 40 pounds.
We have some help for Cindy. YEAH! Rose will be starting on Monday, 8/17.
Other:
Lynnette has been under the weather. We hope to see her back on Monday, 8/10.
If you haven't looked at our Instagram page, please do!! There are great pictures of our center's kitties. Thanks so much! Instagram:https://instagram.com/ffrckittycam
Please make sure that you have a plan for your pets in the event that you are no longer able to take care of them. The best plan is to have both a primary and a secondary backup.
Photos by Dawn and friends.
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In honor of National Girlfriends and National Sisters Day:
“A sister is a gift to the heart, a friend to the spirit, a golden thread to the meaning of life.”
Isadora James
“You’re not my best friend. You’re my sister, and that’s more.”
On 7/30, we recognized the International Day of Friendship. This day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities. United Nations
As members of the FFRC Nation, this is something that we celebrate on a daily basis. Thank you all for being Friends!
Adoptions:
What started as a single adoption for DIGBY, ended up being double adoption! Digby arrived at FFRC on 1/14/26. He had been found outside a lady's home, ironically, she lives directly across the river from FFRC. He was very friendly, had no fleas and clean ears--no issues--just a cold kitty found outside. From day one, Digby has been very friendly. Digby was born on 4/1/25 and weighs in at approximately 13 pounds. He is solid and thick. His gray and white fur and chubby cheeks make him easy to identify. Digby went home to a current brother and will be keeping his name. His car ride was only about 45 minutes.
Going home with Digby is BLUE!!! When the new parents of Digby adopted him, they stated that they would most likely adopt another from FFRC. I think it even surprised them on how soon that second adoption would be--maybe 30 minutes. Blue is a beautiful gray kitty that loves to eat while laying down. He was found outside Megan's friend's apartment door on 12/15/25. A neighbor had put him outside in the cold. Megan's friend made a quick phone call and brought Blue to FFRC with Blue wrapped around her neck or riding in her lap all of the way. Blue's date of birth is 6/1/25, so he is exactly 2 months younger than Digby. He also will be keeping his name.
Intakes:
All of our pens are still FULL! Here's how it goes around here...
Last Tuesday, 7/28, a new kitty was found on someone's porch. This 2-month-old boy is black with white paws and nose. He is extremely playful but currently has a bit of a wormy belly. He looks a lot like Sneakers, so we temporarily are calling him NOT SNEAKERS. He will be named soon.
Also on Tuesday, a young lady brought in a kitty that she found rolling (literally) down our main street, Clinton. She stopped traffic and rescued this little boy and brought him to FFRC. This little guy is only about 1 pound and 1 month old. He appears to be pretty healthy. He is a dark tabby with very large paws. His first day, he was very spicy, so is being called HISSY SPITTY. After a day, he had settled down and is now very cuddly. He is staying with CALLAHAN. He also will be named soon.
These babies all tested negative for FIV and Feline Leukemia. The three (IVA, SNEAKERS and CALLAHAN) brought in last week also have tested negative.
Health Updates:
VICTORIA has been feeling a bit under the weather and has been losing weight. She is one of the lades that share Nyota's Nest, so we don't' see her on camera very often.
CALLAHAN is doing much better and enjoys his new "brother".
Holds:
SAZAZ will be going home very soon. She doesn't have to travel far. Our own Debbie will be taking in another big kitty for her very own. Debbie is still feeding babies: Nigel, Beazlee and Shine. She needs to get them ready to move to the main center. AND.... then I think that Debbie needs a little "no kitty" time before the big lady moves in. We are so happy for Debbie and Sazaz!!!!
Center Kitties:
IVA and SNEAKERS have become best friends and cuddle in their shared pen.
SPIKER celebrated his 10th birthday on 7/28. He had tons of treats and even got to take a "Spiker Promenade" outside. He really likes to see the birds.
He had tons of treats and even got to take a "Spiker Promenade" outside. He also likes to lay in the cool grass.
During his outside time, he came nose to nose with ZAVATAR.
On July 29th, we had another couple of birthdays. LUCIE and TACO BELLE. Why didn't they get "outside time"? Lucie hates it!!!! And Taco Belle, had enough of it at an early age.
BUEHLER had an exciting week. On Tuesday's Box Day, he found the best place to play. Yep, that's right--he's in the bottom of the trash can!
His antics didn't stop there---he was on a roll. He also "found" Denise's sandwich and made off with it. When the sandwich was found, poor ERIC got blamed for the theft. With the help of the camera sleuths, the real culprit was found.
After his hard day's "work", BUEHLER deserved a much-needed rest, dreaming of what new and exciting things he could do next.
Adopted Kitties:
KALIFLOWER, now KALI, saying if I fits, I sits.
MISS JEWEL is now a fluffy lap cat.
OK, not an actual picture of our adopted cats, but a very cute sign of KATB and her many fur babies, some that came from FFRC.
FFRC Chatters Weekend:
PLEASE LET LYNNETTE KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING!
e-mail: ffrclynnette@gmail.com by 8/14, so that she knows how much food to have.
Loren - the tiny baby we had taken in last month. We fought hard for him but it just wasn't meant to be. What little time he had was filled with warmth and love.
Stripe - One of our Barnies. He was 17-years-old. He had been with us a very long time, seen many cats and humans come and go. But most importantly, he lived exactly the life he wanted to, on his terms. The barn won't be the same without him. He is survived by his brother, Dude.
We said "Hello" to:
Rill, a return. He's very, very scared but we'll help him work through it as much as we can so he's ready for his Forever Family.
Guthrie, another returned. She's also very scared, but we're doing everything we can to make her feel at ease until she finds her true home.
Monte and Mabelline, two kitties from a court case where the owners were not able to keep them.They are very nervous but we're working with them so they can find a stable Forever Home.
Callahan, this little gray boy was brought in just a week ago. He's not in the best of shape but our team is working tirelessly to get him back to health. You can do it, little one!
Iva, she was brought in with some pretty bad parasites. She is being treated and will soon be ready for a home!
Sneakers. This sneaky little tuxie boy was brought in by the sheriff's dept. because he was found laying in the road, screaming, seemingly unable to use his back legs. It was thought he must've been hit by a car. He was brought in so that we could help him pass easily. However, as soon as he was brought in he was fine! Someone give this kid an Oscar! He must've heard about FFRC somewhere and devised a brilliant plan to get here. Well then, welcome little buddy. We'll get you a home!
We said "Have a Great Life!" to:
Tippy! The humans who adopted his sister Miley (now Winnie) came back from him! He is keeping his name.
Zelda and Glinda. As stated in the last recap, these two came in and got adopted right away! We're so glad they didn't have to wait long!
Wibbles, Raisin, and Jenny! These 3 special girls made their way to Las Vegas, NV! They have already settled in great and are keeping all their names.
Peanut Butter (PB)! After having been returned last year he has found his true Forever Home! He and his new human hit it off immediately. PB needs a quiet home where he's the only cat and that's exactly what his new dad can give him. He is keeping his name.
Digby! Well, we're about to, anyway! Tune into the livestream at 3-3:30pm-ish TODAY to see him off to his new home and find out if he'll be keeping his name. What a perfect way to finish out the month! Update: AND Blue!
July birthdays:
Dude (Covie) turned 12
Merlin (Firecat) turned 7
Victor (Covie) turned 14
Spiker (Resident) turned 10
Lucie (Resident) turned 11
Taco Belle (Adoptable) turned 2
What will August bring? Let's find out together, here's how you can be part of it:
Our Humane Ohio event was on Tuesday, 7/28. 27 females and 22 males were sent, none were FFRC Kitties. Just this one day's event prevented approximately 147 litters and 588 kitties from being born this year.
On Box Day, we had a note from our friend Iain and Lynn in Scotland. Their pup OZZY celebrated his birthday this week and wanted to thank Megan and Lynnette for their work with FFRC.
Staffing:
Shalin has been on vacation and Stephanie and Olivia have been covering her shift. Unfortunately, Shalin has found a new position. Her last day with FFRC will be Monday, August 3rd. We hope that she will be willing to cover shifts, as needed.
Friends of Felines Rescue is looking to fill some open positions! These are paid spots. Please let me know ASAP if you or anyone would be interested!! You can send a resume to ffrcmegan@gmail.com
Inside Cleaner:
Afternoons (option for more hours are available)
This includes sweeping, mopping, feeding, laundry, and general cleaning. Looking to hire immediately.
Pay starts at $15. Much have own transportation, able to lift 40 pounds.
Olivia worked her first shift alone. She did a wonderful job.
We have hired Kaitlin. She has been training with Kim to cover the Friday morning shift. She is working out great.
We still need to find additional outside and farm help for Cindy.
Other:
Friday, 7/31, we had a full house of visitors. Very Busy!!!!
Ardis and Bob came in from Ft. Wayne.
Mr & Mrs. Yacks are staying in the Kitty Kastle.
Visitors from Cincinnati came in to see some of their favorite kitties.
Tony and Stephanie brought in another load of IAMs Dry. Thanks so much!
Others were in and out, as well.
An update to the Mr. Possum story:
He's doing great and glad for Cindy and FFRC for helping him.
Cindy rescued a very small possum on Saturday morning. He wasn't doing so good, so Megan contacted a wildlife rescue center. They were willing to take him. YEAH! Cindy got him in a cage and Eric, who isn't feeling the best, drove him about an hour for the intake. Thanks so much to Cindy and Eric for being the animal lovers that they are and giving the little guy a chance.
If you haven't looked at our Instagram page, please do!! There are great pictures of our center's kitties. Thanks so much!
Please make sure that you have a plan for your pets in the event that you are no longer able to take care of them. The best plan is to have both a primary and a secondary backup.
Photos by Dawn and friends.
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"In a time when the noise of division grows louder — fueled by wars, conflicts, inequality, and fear — friendship feels almost radical in its simplicity. It begins with something quieter: a conversation, a shared moment, a willingness to see one another not as strangers but as fellow travelers through the human experience."
United Nations
“Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down.”
Oprah Winfrey
“A friend is one that knows you as you are, understands where you have been, accepts what you have become, and still, gently allows you to grow.”
