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Gizmo was one among a litter of special needs kittens, but was rejected by the mother.  He was covered with ants when my daughter rescued him.  She bottle-fed him and now he is a beautiful kitty.  He does not appear 1 yr. old (in size) probably because he was so tiny when born.  He has seen a vet in Austin.  He was born with one eye and a heart murmur.  He is very sweet and has very nice markings (wood-cut).  Our daughter can no longer take care of him and so we look for a loving home within an hour's drive of San Antonio/New Braunfels area.  If interested in adoption, please email me with your name and number and I will call you.    vam1229@yahoo.com Deb Burton-Ibarra   posted 8-24-08

Los Angeles area:   I have an elderly friend who has been feeding a stray cat for years  at his apt. complex he noticed the cat feeling ill and took it to the vet the cat has Diabetes, he can not care for the special needs at this point, he is a senior himself and the cost is high, not to mention the cat is a stray and it would be difficult to monitor it's glucose levels, and give him his shots at the same time everyday, etc., I am also  unable to take and care for the cat....we are trying desperately to find away to get this cat the care he needs . Can you help?
Terese Varela cautiousbella@yahoo.com

I have a 3 years old female cat that has a chronic problem of leaking urine due to lack of control on her sphincter. We eliminated any health issue, including kidney function and infection. She is healthy except for this problem. She responds to hormones and PPA a little bit but it is still not enough to allow living with her indoors, and my apartment has only 1  bedroomso I can't put her in a separate room. I would like to ask for your help in finding her a foster home that would be more suitable to deal with her condition. I'd be happy to participate in paying for her maintenance. Thanks a lot Annat Haber 773 576 4205  annat22@gmail.com

"Jesse" young adult (1-2 years old) male cat  neutered  FeLV/FIV negative  litter box trained  I guarantee you have never met a friendlier, more loving boy than me.  I just love to jump in your lap and cuddle.  And, I like other cats too!  My sleek coat just shines and so do my golden eyes.  I have a mild case of asthma which is easily controlled.  And, in a climate controlled environment, I might not even need any medication.  For now, my foster mom just pops 1/2 pill every other day into a pill pocket and I eat it down. (A generous starter supply of prednisone will be supplied and it's an inexpensive drug.) I'd really like to share a home with you and I promise the love I will give you will be more than worth it.  Please give me a chance to share my charms with you. Contact Kindness for Kitties, 631-691-0452, info@kindnessforkitties.org

 

Hello—my name is Little Bit. I have quite a story to tell…and I am a survivor of it all! 
When I was only 5 weeks old I was found in the middle of the road on a dark night, I had lost my mom and siblings—they were running to fast for me to keep up. I was taken in by some good Samaritans, however, they didn’t know how to care for me properly giving me only soy milk. 
Luckily they knew a woman who was involved with cat rescue and I was given to her. I was covered in fleas and very skinny when I came to her home. For a while she thought I wasn’t going to make it…but I still had a lot of spirit and life left in me and I wasn’t giving up! 
I was with her for a couple of days when I had what doctors called a seizure. But I have medicine for that now and don’t have them anymore. The doctor also noticed I walked funny--they call it cerebellar hypoplasia. But I don’t know what is wrong with the way I walk…every kitty should walk like me. When I was healthy she took me to the humane society (a place she volunteered)—and explained she was willing to foster me until I found my forever home. To her horror they said they were not put me up for adoption because of my ‘condition’ and she could either adopt me or they would euthanize me. Given the choice I would say she choose correctly and adopted me. 
I am now almost 4 years old…and still love life. I am still very small at only 4.5 lbs but yup I am certainly full grown for me. I am pretty darn cute when I play with things as I have a heck of a time catching them but boy do I give it a try. I love being next to people and watching all the action going around in the house. I still walk different from my roommates—but it doesn’t bother me…it is what makes me ME!!! My philosophy on life is that every kitty should be like me…I am never in too much of a hurry to get anywhere (well lets be honest it does take me a little longer than other kitty’s—my darn feet just have a mind of their own). 
I have trouble getting in the litter box, but do use puppy pee pads placed next to it. I really need to find my forever home and want that to be with you!!! I do have special needs and need medication twice a day to prevent me from having seizures, as well as veterinary check ups to make sure my medicine levels are ok. But other than that I am happy and healthy. 
If you want to learn more about me please email littlebitforyou@hotmail.com 
I am charging a fee to prevent bad people from wanting to adopt me as well as checking references so please only serious inquires. Here are a couple of sites if you want to learn more about my condition: http://www.messybeast.com/disabled.htm 

I live in Houston Texas.  I have a cat that has (or really had Megacolon) he is not even a year old yet.  He passed a foregin object which we think was the possible cause of the condition.  Anyway, he's has gotten a colectomy  recently about 14 days ago I'm taking him to have his stiches removed soon.  I am very much in debt due to the vet bills for exams, x-rays, medications and surgery and now that i have corrected his problem I had to move back home and I can no longer keep him.  Please help me find him a good home, I've bottle fed him since he was 7 hours old, we rescued him after he was thrown away in a trash can because his mother rejected him at birth.  I'm fine with having to pay off the vet bill I just don't wanna see him be put to sleep it'd break my heart he's such a sweet cat.  
Jennifer Minard  cell # 713 724 1795  obscureamaranth420@yahoo.com  

STF: Single tuxedo female seeks adult human to worship me. Brush me, pet me, and pay attention to me... NOW PLEASE! Loves springy toys, high perches, and (did I mention?) being the center of your universe. Must tolerate occasional disciplinary love bites. Adores rabbits and accepting of other strong-willed animals. Must have insulin twice daily to manage diabetes. Ask for Emily.
Audrey Fisher,  Adoption Outreach Coordinator
Tuesday-Saturday: 8am-5pm  Bideawee  410 E. 38th St.  between 1st Avenue & FDR Drive  New York, NY 10016
(212) 532-4455   audrey.fisher@bideawee.org

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Hi! My husband and I have a cat: 4 year old, female, black, neutered, with 3 legs. She hops well and desires to be an indoor cat, answers to the name of "Fister". We are relocating and need to find a good home for her. (I am allergic to cats that is why she is currently outside.)
Joanna & Mark Goodwin,414 Wilson Creek Road Iva, SC 29655 864-940-1707 864-940-1736  aaprop@aaprealty.com

 

He's an unwanted scaredy cat!
Have you ever felt so scared, you wanted to huddle up in a ball and tell everyone to just stay away? That's how poor JJ feels when he's at adoption events. What he doesn't know is that his swatting and hissing is scaring away everyone who might be able to give him what he wants most – a loving home of his own. He's sure to love you once he gets over his fear and starts to trust you. He's a snuggly couch potato when you want him to be, and ready to chase when you want to play. JJ likes to be spoiled by his special human so it may not work to introduce him to a household full of other creatures or children. But still, he dreams that there's a place for him. Would you like to meet him?
This orange lap cat was headed to the shelter where his days were surely numbered. We took him in to our foster program, and promised that from now on, there will always be somebody who cares about him and looks after him. But the clock has really been ticking, and we're afraid he's getting discouraged! He desperately needs a home and someone he can trust. He desperately needs you.
JJ is 9 years old, is up to date on his vaccinations and is neutered. He has diabetes (easily treated with an injection twice a day), gum disease and allergies (also easily treated with pills). He knows he doesn't stand out among other cats since he's old and he has special needs. But is there someone out there who might like a sweet guy to snuggle with until the end of his days? He only asks that you make his last years his best. Please have a high fence if you plan to let him out and time to give him lots of love. JJ is located in Richmond, CA. Please call his foster mom Laura at 510-504-0975 or emaillauraj@gmail.com. She will be so happy to talk to you.

 

TWO FRIENDS' TAIL!!!
Happenstance? Destiny? Who knows what brought these two fighters together. Whatever the force, both benefit. Both had a rough start in life and both have overcome those disadvantages.
Nugget is nearly blind because of persistent papillary membranes where the iris has run over into the pupil. That has left him with cataracts. Sadly, nothing can be done about the ppm’s and cataracts and will eventually be completely blind. He also has entropion, which are inverted eyelids. He will be undergoing a procedure to fix the inverted eyelids. Because of the allergies in the household, the owner tossed Nugget outside to fend for himself. Living outdoors is difficult enough for a cat with normal vision, but exceedingly dangerous for one with little vision. Yet Nugget survived. More than once cars veered around him as he lay basking in the sun on the warm road. Certainly, he contended with the elements, predators, and illness. Yet he survived. So did Mouse, who was born in a hoarder’s home, where conditions were appalling. The house, filled with innumerable animals was filthy with feces, urine, and flea infested. Like Nugget, Mouse survived out of sheer will and luck.
When Nugget came into foster care, he was very observant of his new home, taking his time to know it so he would not bump into things. His superior sense of smell helped him to learn quickly. In no time, he knew where his food dish and the litter box were located. Keen hearing alerted him to more on back The presence of someone to pet him, love him, and
scratch him in his favorite spot on his back near his tail. But, the other pets in the home shunned him. Sensing his vulnerability, another foster attacked him. Nugget was the odd cat out….no friends among the other animals.
Then Mouse came. At first, they were kept separate until Mouse was cleared as disease free. Then they met at Petsmart adoptions. Scarce cages for all the animals caused them to be put in the same cage. Almost immediately Mouse lay beside Nugget. Mouse enclosed nugget with his paws. They had found comfort in a friend. When they went back to their foster home, they were inseparable. They were pals.
These are two special cats who need a home where they are protected and loved. They have survived the unthinkable; yet they opened their hearts to each other. Their example should teach us all not to give up, to be strong in the face of adversity, to always keep our hearts open. Consider bringing Mouse and Nugget into your family. Let them be an encouragement to you, to always be open to friendship even from the most unlikely places. Be a part of their journey. Adopt Mouse and Nugget. And if you can’t, please consider contributing to the fund for eye surgery for Nugget. Both are up to date on vaccines, and neutered Nugget and Mouse are being fostered by Melissa , 
Contact: Melissa Hudson  mvelvet10@yahoo.com   Gaheartland Humane Society

 

Jack and Jill are two beautiful Manx kittens born 3-15-08.  They were brought into PetSmart where we do our adoptions in Newnan, GA.  They were the last two and litter and no one wanted them.  I knew what would happen if they were taken to animal control and I just couldn't handle that so of course I said I would foster them.
They have both been to the vet and Jill is still dealing with diarrhea. They are both incontinent and from what I understand there is no chance that they will get better.
These two babies are very sweet and Jack is very protective of his sister. If I take her to clean her up Jack cries until he can see her.  The both wear diapers and onesies to keep them on.  That has made their problem more manageable.
These two wonderful kittens deserve a special home where they can be loved and cared for.  They will return the love with their sweet purring and falling a sleep on your lap.
If you are interested in adopting these special needs kittens or have any questions please e-mail me at llearhart@charter.net

Rahway, NJ.   Toby and Lucy are approximately 8 weeks old. They were both born missing a portion of one of their hind legs. They get around well by hopping. Toby is missing only his toes, but it seems to be painful for him to put any weight on the rest of his limb. He may require another amputation in the future. For the meantime, he just hops around like Lucy. Lucy is missing her leg right below the knee. She is slower to get around than Toby, but gets along just fine.
Toby is the adventurous brother. He is very curious and was always the first kitten to figure things out. He learned how to eat dry food when he was 3 weeks old! He also loves attention and has a mighty purr!! He is also extremely patient and has a wonderful temperament.
Lucy is the cuddler. She developed a tad slower than her siblings because of her more significant disability. Because of this, she was always sitting in my lap. Whenever I walk into their room, she looks up at me with the cutest face that is begging me to sit down so she can crawl into my lap. She is the sweetest girl with a calm and loving personality.
Toby and Lucy need a family who will love them for who they are. They need someone to constantly inspect their limbs to make sure they don't develop sores that could lead to an additional amputation. They also need a family that is financial able and willing to pay for any additional surgeries if it becomes necessary. These two kittens are precious and full of energy. They will make a wonderful addition to any family!
Laura Ramsower laura.ramsower@gmail.com

Garth is a handsome two-year-old special needs Manx cat. He came to AFRP 18 months ago from the Salinas Animal Services, and has been in long term foster care. He is an affectionate, loving kitty who gets along great with other cats and loves to play with dogs. Garth does have problems with incontinence, an issue that many Manx cats inherit genetically. Garth is looking for a safe outdoor home or an indoor/outdoor home with someone that is set up to take care of the special needs of an incontinent cat. Garth is being fostered in Pacific Grove, California. For more information about Garth, please contact info@animalfriendsrescue.org or call 831-333-0722.  

This is GOLDIE . . . .  . . . and she is urgently in need of being rescued! Goldie is sweet and black and her only crime is drinking a lot of water and urinating a lot (in her litter box)! She has been taken to two different vets who checked her for kidney function and diabetes but everything was clear except a bladder infection. She completed a series of medication for the bladder infection.  Goldie has been a the shelter since October and she is now living on borrowed time. She is only one year old and it is unbearable to think that she is about to loose her life just because she urinates more than normal. We believe there is a loving home waiting somewhere for pretty little Goldie, but she has no more time left at the shelter to wait for her home to find her!  We love Goldie and believe in her so much that we will see that she is spayed and vaccinated prior to going into rescue!  Will you please make room at your rescue shelter for this sweet kitty so that she can have the time she needs to find her Forever Home?     DeAnn Brannaman - Volunteer   Cedar Rapids Animal Control Shelter   319-360-5692 bdeann@aol.com

 

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