FFRC BLOG: December 2024

FFRC Weekly Blog Week Ending December 14, 2024

Adoptions:

None

New Cats:

None

Health Updates:
Dagda had one of those ‘he zigged when he should have zagged’ moments. We watched him closely for a few days and he’s fine. He was in a bit of a bad mood for a little while, but sometimes we all have those days.

Nyota is feeling much better and eating well.

Other Updates:

Dutton is now out and about and adjusting well to his new world.

We had another Humane Ohio day this week, sending up 26 females and 18 males for ‘fixin’. Included in the group were Moo Moo, Taco Belle and Mr. Carson. All came back as new kitties with no worries of how to pay for future child support.

Megan was feeling a bit under the weather this week so there aren’t a lot of updates. But in keeping with the magic of the season, let’s imagine some update:
“All cats waiting for adoption, have been adopted to loving homes.”
“All cats are healthy and don’t need any medical treatment or Vet appointments, except for routine physicals.”

“Every bill that came in, has been paid and there is money left over.”

If you wish long enough and keep a positive outlook, it’s amazing how many dreams can come true.

Holds:

None

Other:
"We are never really happy until we try to brighten the lives of others."-- Helen Keller

Abba

FFRC Weekly Blog Week Ending December 7, 2024

Adoptions:

Choco was adopted! He had come to us as a month old kitty with ‘lazy legs’. His back legs weren’t quite developing correctly and he ‘dragged’ them as he moved. With time, patience and love, he has gotten better and now runs and plays. He was adopted by the family that adopted Berry Belle and Burger.

New Cats:

Two cats were ‘dumped’ on the property this week. One, an orange female around 2 years old (maybe a little younger). The other is also a female, a dilute calico about 8 months old. Based on how they are acting with each other, we believe they are part of the same family. We are pretty certain they were dumped by a person who had inquired about us taking in some of her cats. We are at capacity and recommended several other places, then these cats ‘appeared’ on the property.

The little calico somehow managed to get wedged under Megan’s car so it took several strong people to jack up the car, climb under and heroically save the little cat. Rumor has it the local news wanted to film the rescue but they were called to film a dog that was barking at a postal carrier instead. Such is life in Defiance!

Health Updates:

Nyota is feeling better but will still be kept in a quiet pen for a few more days as she finishes up her medicine.

Murph had to have all his teeth removed. He was a bit grumpy but is feeling much better. Cats without teeth can eat like any other cats, even dry food. They are resilient little ones. Murph is one tough kitty. Butterbean is making fun of him, but he’s fine and Butterbean just needs to watch his back.

Other Updates:

Saturday was our annual Kitty Christmas and once again, our Friends exceeded our expectations. Your generosity is mind boggling.

Boxes are still coming in, but as of 12/8, here are the tentative totals:

~415 boxes were received, and opened, for Kitty Christmas.

~The total of $$ donations is currently $23,431.70. Megan will update us after she gathers the remaining information.

~The calendars are here! The first box arrived yesterday. Details posted as soon as we have them.

~At one point during Kitty Christmas, we had 1,022 viewers.

~ The 17 hidden letters spelled out "Drink Your Ovaltine" a line from the 1983 movie A Christmas Story.

Holds:

None

Other:

If you think your kindness goes unnoticed, you are wrong. Kindness can be as simple as a hello in chat or a ‘like’ on videos. Being respectful of each other is kindness. Be kind, it makes life so much better.

Delta:

FFRC Weekly Blog Week Ending November 30, 2024

Adoptions:

None.

New Cats:

Last week a Fedex driver brought in a big black cat that had been left behind by a family who moved. (see last week’s blog). Also, the cat has now been named: Dutton.

It truly is a season of deliveries as a different Fedex driver was involved in an accident with an elderly couple. The couple had this cat in the car, and gave it to the FedEx driver as she had to later deliver to FFRC. This cat is also black and about a year old. She has been named Bayleigh.

Rumor has it, UPS drivers are looking around for any kitties they can bring to FFRC.

Health Updates:

Sadly, Moogy has passed. Moogy belonged to our friend and volunteer, Marcia. She was with Marcia for 17 years. Marcia passed away a few weeks ago and Moogy came to stay at FFRC with Nyota and the quiet room. She did well for the first few days, but then stopped eating, lost weight and just wasn’t well.

Her condition deteriorated. She passed peacefully and is now with her momma.

Liebchen has a URI and eye infection. She is in her pen to keep her quiet. She actually does well away from the hustle and bustle of the main center. She’s like Emmy and Tigerlily, not very “peopley”, but sweet.

Nyota hasn’t been feeling well for the past few days. She had a slight temperature. She’s been given some meds and has improved slightly. Remember, Nyota is a burn victim and while her burns have healed, she’s always subject to infections. She’s a survivor but does feel a little ‘punky’ every now and then. We’ve penned her to keep a closer eye on her.

Other Updates:

Tuesday, December 3 is Giving Tuesday. This global event encourages those who can to reach out and help charities, organizations, groups that make a difference in communities. It’s a great day to volunteer at your local animal shelter/rescue or maybe a local nursing home or elder affairs center. It’s a day that reminds us of all the good there is in the world. We need these types of reminders every day. Sometimes, it’s best to tune out negativity and celebrate those people and groups who help make the world a little bit better.

If you can, please remember FFRC and give us positive thoughts and encouragement.

Kitty Christmas begins Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Here is tentative schedule:

Come in your coziest holiday pajamas, grab some snacks and settle in for some fun!

10:00am History of Kitty Christmas, Reading of Names, Chatter Scavenger Hunt and Holiday Pictionary.

11:30am Name Reading, Mystery Taste Tests and Chickie Party for the Kitties

1:00pm More Names to be Grateful For! And Story Time plus Meet Some Staff!

2:30pm Even More Names plus some Holiday Password!

Holds:
Choco = he has a few more milestones to reach before being cleared to go to his forever home.

Allen is scheduled to be adopted on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 11:30 ish.

Other:

During this busy time of year, sometimes we may forget two simple words: Thank You. This is especially important for those in the retail industry. A genuine Thank You can truly turn a bad day into a good day for someone who needs it.

Moogy, at peace with her mom.