Hi guys! Happy new year! I've had such a huge request on keeping up with the blogs, that I've decided to try again after the busy Christmas season.
To start the first of the year off, we had two wonderful adoptions to the same home… our very own Debbie Cat and Cher went to a wonderful home. And get this a home we've already had adopted too! How wonderful is that? What a great start to the new year, and a hope that we can continue this trend all year long!
We also have a new resident, Dagda! He's just such the happiest boy, and loves his 'magic door' where Kims treats come from!
In other news this week, Lynnette is back from vacation. I've missed her so very much. She truly does so much for this rescue, and I am just so grateful for her. So welcome back Lynnette!!
Since Lynnette's been back, we have been busy back at it after the holidays. We have been doing lots of vaccines and bookwork. It's been a busy but it's so fulfilling.
We also had mega box day on Tuesday! Oh my what fun it was! Big huge thank you to all our supporters who sent in lovely good things for our kitties. The food has been especially helpful for as much as we've gotten in from kitty Christmas we still have a few bare spots on ourselves that would be so wonderful to be filled!
Outside Girl -- Case of Fancy Feast, 6 Boxes of People Snacks, Pack each of Toe and Hand WarmersBillie K -- 4 Bags of Cat Litter, 2 Bags of Purina One, 4 Containers of Temptations, Lg Bag of Royal Canin Kitten FoodAnonymous -- 60 Cans of FriskiesAlex T -- Box of Assorted People SnacksAv Larentia -- Paw Wars T-Shirt, Gift Bag for Edie, Snack bag for Cindy, 2 Boxes of Reveal, Door Pinch Guards, Case of Baby Food, Christmas Rug, 2 Christmas Blankets, Bed and Reveal for Rathbone, box of Chicken Verity,Mary SoCal -- 2 Sets of Hand Towels, 2 Lg Rugs, 3 Packs of Towels, Assorted Pack of TowelsMrs. Charles -- Play mat for Derecho, Box of Delectable Bisque, RugLinda Y -- Cats and Coffee Magnet, 4 Self Warming BedsPolly & Peanut -- Pack of Lint RollersKathy in WV -- 2 Play Catnip PicklesAnonymous - x large bag of TemptationsRobert M -- 3 Boxes of FF Purely Entree, Case of Gravy Lovers, Bag of Royal Canin Kitten, Case of Lil Soups, Case of TemptationsStripyD - 8 Scratcher Replacement PadsAnonymous -- 3 Packs of Sponges, Post-a-notes, tape, Shipping TapeTre D -- In Honor of Allison S- 4 Containers of Temptations, Assortment of Kitty Toys, Case of Fancy Feast Seafood, Box of Fancy Feast Broths, Box of FF MedleysAnonymous -- Bag of Royal Canin Mother and Baby CatKaren2Keats -- Painted Picture, Book Dial M for Maine CoonAnonymous -- Case of Fancy Feast KittenSue Pok -- 2 Cases of Friskies Shreds, Container of Squeeze UpsCindy W -- Cat Toys, 2 Bags of Royal Canin Sensitive, Mickey Mouse Bed
We are also happy to Report that all the outside kitties and farm animals made it through that horrible polar vortex we had over Christmas week. Thank goodness! Massive massive thanks to Cindy and Jimmy for working their tails off to make sure that the cats and farm animals would be as warm as possible. They also spent many hours in the day to make sure that they had fresh water and food and warm spots to lay in, even for the ducks chickens and peacocks! We truly have the best staff and volunteers around.
Kitties updates! Otter is now 2.14 pounds! We are so very happy he's thriving so very well. The kittens (Otter, Ninja, Chumley, Marigold, Alfred, Simpson and Stratton) are dealing with a small bout of ringworm, but luckily they've been quarantined and playing like mad! They are the happiest kitties.
Lucie had a touch of 'yuckiness', just not feeling well we gave her some meds, fluids and warm cozy beds and happy to report she's back up to her perky self! So very happy. I would like to stress the fluids were preventative and she was not dehydrated. She just had a bit of the 'runs' so extra fluids are always wonderful! I'm so very grateful to have medicines and knowledge at my fingertips to be able to help!
Some upcoming events to look out for:
January 10th - Box Day! Weeee! Opening boxes of all the goodies you send in for the cats
January 14th - 11am Bootsie gets his very own home!!
January 17th - The Betty White Rescue Challege Event from noon-3 pm. This will include stories from past FFRC kitties ready by some of our wonderful volunteers and staff. Last year we raised $7051. WOWZERS! Thank YOU for making this event so successful. Your support allows us to continue our passion of helping kitties in need!
Thank YOU for being a part of our rescue, and for allowing us to carry on another year. You are such a large part of what keeps us going. We are constantly humbled and grateful for the steady love and support you give to us and most importantly....our cats. Many good wishes for the New Year to each and every one of you. Hugs and purrs ~ Megan and the Cats