FFRC Blog Week Ending August 29, 2026
National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day arrives every August 22, urging all cat parents to schedule essential check-ups for their beloved felines. Proactive veterinary care is crucial for detecting health issues early and ensuring a long, happy life for your furry companion. Make an appointment, learn about feline health, and spread awareness among fellow cat lovers!
Updated on Jun 11, 2026 in Animal by Ben Kaplan
Adoptions:
There were no adoptions this week.
Intakes:
All of our pens are still FULL!
Last weekend, we unexpectedly received another two kitties.
The first is a Siamese princess that came to us because a family was being displaced. She is about 1 1/4 years old with stunning sable speckled coloring and ice-colored eyes. We were aware of this kitties background through Humane Ohio. Because of this familiarity, she will be quickly considered adoptable. Normally, we name kitties through the Name a Cat Program; however, she was introduced to our Chatters on Tuesday after Box Day, the same day that we heard the sad news that Dolly Parton had passed. So, in honor of Ms. Parton, we have named this beauty, DOLLY. There was a quick poll of the Chatters and this was decided unanimously. I believe that Dolly Parton would think that this was a wonderful tribute.
The second kitty was brought in by Megan's brother. This kitty followed his friend home and even jumped in a pond to play with kids. He is a spotted tiger and is still a kitten. He has been named GARY. His name came from the Name A Cat Program and was provided by Cindy W. The results of the vote were:
Gary 42%
Dustin 35%
Brock 23%
115 votes
The kitty that came in last week that was found at Goodwill and sent to us through Dr. Darcy's Office has been named MOOCHER. His name came from the Name A Cat Program and was provided by Polydactyl Momma. The results of the vote were:
Moocher 47%
Whopper 36%
Hinkypunk 17%
105 votes
A couple of weeks ago, we had two returns. Both kitties are in Dodger's Pen so they can get used to the Center. They both have tested fine.
KENYA (formerly KA-KENYA) is a black and white female with a DOB of 4/15/17. She had originally been adopted on 11/13/19. She arrived at FFRC on 10/31/19 and weighed only 5.1 lbs. at that time.
ROSIE (formerly GABEL) is black female with a slight white tail tip. Her DOB is 11/23/18. She was one of 6 black babies that had eye issue and were known as the "Abel" kitties.
Both kitties are doing pretty good and are very sweet and cuddly. They are not siblings or bonded; however, we would like to see them be adopted together. If you are looking for snuggly kitties, these are ready for you!
Health Updates:
Last weekend, we noticed that SMIDGEN was feeling under the weather. We performed a stomach tap and determined that she has FIP. Treatment was started on Monday afternoon. She is already showing signs of improvement and wants out of her isolation cage. She tells everyone, "Go tell Mamma Megan I'm alright and want to play with the other kitties!"
Last week, the tip of WYNN's tail fell off. This week, the tip of CALLAHAN's tail was hanging by a "thread". After a quick snip, he is doing great without it. Look at his cute face!!!
Siblings, MALADE and THOR, are going to their furever home. Their new mom had previously adopted their brother ZEKE. There are also a few other kitties in the household. These two siblings will be adopted on Saturday, September 5th at 7am EST. They will have their last FFRC vet visit on 9/2 to be chipped and receive their rabies vaccine.
MALADE
THOR
WILLOW's adoption was delayed and will be September 14th.
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. We are so happy for Debbie and Sazaz!!!!
We have a lot of applications that we are reviewing, so look for more holds and adoptions soon!
Center Kitties:
The two babies that Megan has been feeding are doing great.
TIMBIT, the smaller is now up to 10.5 oz.
and Big Sis, FEISTY, is almost 1 lb.
RAMSAY and LEMON sharing a bed in the Kabana.
"If I'm really still, no one will see me", says FAISY.
ZEEBA says, "Rock, paper, SCISSORS--I win!"
MIMBLE is the sweetest cat ever. She would love to sit with you - just keep on petting her.
RUPERT is very loved--maybe even spoiled!
ZEKE is getting ready for his siblings to come see him. REALLY, or is he just enjoying his quiet birthday without them?
Hi, DIGBY here, just looking to see if you need anything!
FFRC Chatters Weekend:
Debbie has been hard at work planning the events. We have heard that around 60 of our Chatters friends will attend. Hope to see you!!!!!
We now have a schedule for our Chatters Weekend!
Current Needs:
Below are the links to the most recent needs:
Lots of SNACKERS---this info from Dagda!!!! He says this every day!
We also need Odoban, Bleach, 6 " plates, wet food and baby food!
Amazon Wish List
Chewy Wish List
We always seem to need wet food. Why? How many cans of wet food do we use each week? The number astonishes even us!!! 250-350 cans per week are used to feed our kitties!!!!!
A Little Something Extra:
Here's a chart that shows the countries with the most Kitties! USA for the win?!?!
Events:We will hold another Flash Sale after our Chatters weekend. We are concentrating on the weekend at this time.
Other:There is a full recall on Breeder's Edge formula. We have switched to KMR. Check your cupboards!
Why do we request Gerber baby food? Gerber has the consistency of a smooth yogurt. It is easier to coat pills with this brand, and the cats really like it. Other brands are waterier with small bits of meat. These don't coat well.
We hit over 54,000 subscribers this week. Thank you all so much!
Kaitlin has decided to pursue other opportunities. We are once again searching for an early morning person. We are also looking to fill the outside cat and farmyard helper position.
Debbie is still feeling a bit under the weather. Wishing her the best.
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.
“The best doctor in the world is the veterinarian. He can't ask his patients what is the matter...he's just got to know.”
Will Rogers
“Veterinarians have the privilege of both saving lives and easing suffering with compassion.”
Dr. Jane Goodall
“Veterinarians don't just treat animals; we protect the bond between people and their best friends.”
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