Success Stories
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Alex
Alex is a 5 year old Mix-Breed in Candler, NC, who needs $1,200 for Exam, X-rays, Blood Work to Diagnose.
Candler, NC
I adopted Alex four years ago from our local Humane Society. I saw him in an ad on Craigslist and knew i wanted him, but couldn't afford the requested rehoming fee. I went to the Humane Society to see what dogs were available, and there he was, just brought in the day before. I renamed him from Star Lord to Alex, in memory of Alex Trebek. Alex has been sick for a while. It started with a sort of cough that seems random but also happens when we go on long walks. I've been wanting to take him to a vet, but can't afford it. He's been getting slowly more lethargic and seems to have trouble eating. Today he won't go outside, won't go for a walk, and just lies on the floor guarding the pizza crust he can't seem to eat, and I'm worried. Alex loves his stuffed ducks. He rips them open to pull out the squeaker and stuffing, then wants to play tug with the remains. He's a clear communicator, being mostly husky, and makes it very clear when he has an opinion on something. He's my emotional support animal and curls up in my lap whenever he thinks I need him. And when there's thunder. I'm on a fixed income, disability, which I supplement with a part-time job. My total income is less than half the federal poverty level and barely covers my monthly expenses. I have Lemonade pet insurance, but it requires up front payment. I don't have it.
Zeus
Zeus is a 4 year old American Pit Bull Terrier in Onamia, MN, who needs $550 for Ear Infection Treatment.
Onamia, MN
We adopted & bottle fed Zeus since he was four days old. He was shunned from his mother because he was the “runt” & had medical issues. He's been a part of our life for four years. We moved from California to Minnesota 8/25, he rode all the way here with no issues, he's always been in good health. In CA we took him to the local veterinary clinic in Clearlake & he was diagnosed fully blind in one eye, 90% in the other, & was mentally impaired. He's always been in good health, but he has an ear infection & is shaking his head a lot, it's beginning to impact his balance. Zeus is a purebred miniature Pitbull, naturally he sounds vicious. Once you get to know him his sounds are playful & he spins around in circles when he sees people he likes, he plays with plastic bottles until they pop their top, every time he eats he growls because he's afraid somebody's going to take his food. He sounds mean, but he's the sweetest dog in the world. Since our move from CA my fiancé has learned he’s disabled & cannot work. Our 83y old, Vietnam Veteran, family member is with us & we are providing unpaid care services for him. I am on the Dean's list in paralegal school attempting to better our future financially.
Harley
Emergency Rescue: Help Cover Harley’s Critical Care
Houston, TX • ThisIsHouston
At just 4–5 months old, Harley should have been chasing toys and learning about the world. Instead, she was battling a painful abscess on the side of her neck and struggling to survive on her own. Kind park feeders brought her to the shelter, where she began treatment. But when her abscess ruptured and her medical needs became more extensive, she was placed on the euthanasia list. That’s when This is Houston stepped in. Harley was immediately transferred to an emergency vet for urgent care. Her abscess was flushed, she was started on IV fluids and strong antibiotics, and bloodwork revealed she was anemic. Thankfully, she did not require a transfusion, but she needed close monitoring and overnight hospitalization before heading to foster care. And then something beautiful happened. One of of foster's kids had requested a “large brown puppy,” and we were more than happy to make that wish come true. Harley walked straight into a safe home, a warm bed, and a person ready to love her through recovery. Her first night home? She slept through the night and kept her kennel spotless. Such a good girl. She still has some swelling as demodex mites die off, a bit of eye discharge, and a drainage hole from the abscess — possibly from a puncture wound or bite. The good news is the drainage is clear, which is exactly what we want to see. She returns to the vet tomorrow to recheck her anemia levels and ensure she’s continuing to improve. Harley is safe. But she is not out of the woods yet. Emergency hospitalization, diagnostics, medications, follow-up care — it all adds up quickly. We stepped in to save her life, and now we need your help to carry her through the rest of her healing journey. If you can donate, even a small amount, it makes a direct impact on Harley’s recovery. If you can’t donate, please share her story. Every dollar helps cover her veterinary bills and ensures we can continue saying “yes” to puppies like her when they need us most. Harley was hours away from losing her chance. Today, she’s resting safely in foster care because people like you care. Let’s finish what we started and give this sweet girl the healthy, happy future she deserves. 5/27/26 Update We are so excited to share the happiest update on sweet Harley — this brave little girl has officially gotten her happy ending! When Harley first came to us, she was just a tiny puppy fighting for her life. At only 4–5 months old, she was suffering from a painful ruptured abscess, anemia, demodex mites, and the effects of trying to survive alone on the streets. She had even been placed on the euthanasia list before This is Houston stepped in to save her. Thanks to your support, Harley received the emergency medical care she desperately needed and was able to begin healing safely in foster care. And now, the best news of all: Harley transported to one of our amazing rescue partners and has already been adopted into a loving home of her very own! The scared, sick puppy who was once hours away from losing her chance at life is now safe, cherished, and finally getting to experience what every dog deserves — love, comfort, security, and a family. None of this would have been possible without the incredible compassion of everyone who donated, shared her story, and cheered her on throughout her recovery journey. Your support not only saved Harley’s life, but also helped ensure we can continue saying “yes” to animals in critical need when they have nowhere else to turn. From all of us — and especially from Harley — thank you for mak ing this beautiful outcome possible. Stories like Harley’s remind us why rescue matters so much. She has a bright future ahead, and we could not be more grateful that you were part of her journey.
14 Cats Spay/Neuter
Help Us Stop the Cycle: 14 Rescued Cats Need Spay & Neuter Care
Lauderhill, FL • Saving Sage Animal Rescue Foundation, Inc.
For every kitten born outside, the odds are stacked against them from the very beginning. Hunger, disease, injury, harsh weather, predators, and overcrowded shelters become part of daily survival. Right now, we have rescued 14 cats from the streets who desperately need spay and neuter surgeries before they are forced back into that dangerous cycle. These cats have already suffered enough. Many came to us underweight, sick, injured, or exhausted from trying to survive outdoors. Some were already pregnant. Others were fighting infections, wounds from territorial battles, or illnesses spread through unaltered colonies. Without intervention, the cycle would continue — more kittens born into suffering, more cats struggling to survive, and more overcrowded shelters pushed beyond capacity. Spaying and neutering is one of the most important and lifesaving things we can do for homeless animals. It not only prevents unwanted litters, but also dramatically reduces the risk of serious health problems and injuries. Spayed females are protected from deadly uterine infections and certain cancers. Neutered males are less likely to roam, fight, or suffer severe wounds and infections from territorial behavior. Altered cats also help reduce the spread of disease within outdoor colonies and create healthier, safer communities for both animals and people. Most importantly, spay and neuter saves lives by preventing overcrowding in shelters and rescues already struggling to keep up. Every year, countless healthy and treatable animals lose their lives simply because there are not enough homes, space, or resources available — a heartbreaking reality known as economic euthanasia. Preventing litters before they are born is one of the only ways we can truly reduce this crisis long-term. Our goal is to raise funds to cover the surgeries, vaccines, pain medication, and recovery care for all 14 cats. Every donation, no matter the amount, directly helps stop suffering before it starts and gives these cats a chance at healthier, safer lives. By supporting this fundraiser, you are not just helping 14 cats. You are helping prevent generations of suffering. Please donate today and help us give these cats — and countless future kittens — the future they deserve. 5/27/26 Update Thanks to your incredible support, all 14 cats in this campaign have now received the spay and neuter surgeries and medical care they desperately needed. Because of your kindness, these cats are no longer trapped in the dangerous cycle of homelessness, suffering, and endless litters born into hardship. Many of these cats came to us sick, injured, frightened, and exhausted from life on the streets. Some were battling infections, healing from wounds, or already pregnant when they were rescued. Today, because people like you chose to care, they are safer, healthier, and finally being given a chance at a better future. This is what real change looks like: fewer kittens born into danger, fewer cats struggling to survive outdoors, and more animals given the opportunity to live safe, healthy lives. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing with these cats and making this lifesaving work possible. Every single donation, share, and message of support mattered more than you know. Together, we changed the future for these 14 cats — and for countless others yet to come.
TNVR of street cats
Eight Lives at Risk: Help Us Humanely Stop the Cycle
Maryland, MD • Paws & Claws Animal Welfare Society Inc.
Meet eight forgotten street cats whose lives were hanging in the balance. For months, these cats have been surviving in the heart of a busy city center, scavenging for scraps, dodging traffic, and trying to stay alive in an area that has become increasingly hostile toward them. As the colony continued to grow, complaints escalated — and now, multiple people have threatened to poison the cats if something is not done immediately. These cats did not choose to be born outside. They are victims of abandonment, lack of spay/neuter access, and generations of unchecked breeding. Without intervention, the cycle will continue, putting even more cats at risk of suffering, illness, injury, and death. We are stepping in now before tragedy strikes. Our rescue team is working urgently to trap, neuter, vaccinate, and medically assess all eight cats. Through TNVR (Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return), we can stop the population from growing while also protecting the cats already living there. This is their chance to break the cycle. Without immediate help, these cats face the very real threat of being poisoned simply for existing. TNVR is the humane solution that protects both the cats and the community, but we cannot do it without support. Please donate today to help us save these eight vulnerable street cats before it is too late. Every dollar helps provide lifesaving veterinary care and gives these cats a safer future. 5/24/26 Update We are so incredibly grateful to share that all eight cats in this vulnerable city colony have now been trapped, vetted, and safely returned through TNVR thanks to your compassion and support. Because of your donations and shares, these cats no longer face the risk of adding more kittens to an already dangerous situation, and their futures are now much safer and more stable. These cats may have once been overlooked and unwanted, but your kindness reminded us that every life matters. By supporting this campaign, you helped break the cycle of suffering for this colony and prevented countless future kittens from being born into life on the streets. TNVR truly saves lives, and this mission would not have been possible without every person who donated, shared, and stood beside these cats when they needed help most. From all of us — and from these eight resilient street cats — thank you for making this happy ending possible.
Pete
Pete is a 8 year old American Shorthair in Sterling, CT, who needs $3,200 for Emergency Asthma Treatment.
Sterling, CT
I got Pete as a rescue from Pawswatch in RI during Covid in 2020, after my previous cat (who was 20!) unfortunately passed away. He was two years old when I got him and had endured a major injury to the top of his head, which left him with a scar by his ear. We heard a noise and Pete was on his side, heavily panting and salivating/not moving and had soiled without control. We grabbed him and rushed to the closest emergency vet (8pm on a Sunday) which was ocean state veterinary specialists in East Greenwich, RI, where he has been in an oxygen chamber, as it was determined he has asthma and had a major attack. Right now the bill is well over $3000. Pete is about as sweet as it gets when it comes to cats. He is more like a dog at times - likes to greet you at the door and seemingly wags his tail when excited. He likes belly rubs and tucking up close against his people. He’s also very chatty and often responds if you talk to him. As a kindergarten teacher, he has also become a beloved part of my classroom family, as all my kids know him. I am a teacher and in the process of trying to save for a house. This vet bill is going to be a fairly big chunk of my yearly salary. Right now I’m expecting the cost to be somewhere around 4-5k. Having just lost my dad on May 15, having my boy healthy means the world.
Jolie and babies
Jolie was supposed to be welcoming life into the world — instead, she was fighting for her own.
Morehead, KY • Cats' Meow Feline Fosters, Inc.
This beautiful young mama arrived at the local public shelter in active labor, but something was terribly wrong. Along with the stress and pain of giving birth in a frightening shelter environment, Jolie was suffering from a prolapsed uterus — a life-threatening medical emergency that could have cost her everything. Without immediate intervention, Jolie and her unborn kittens may not have survived. The shelter reached out for help, and Cats’ Meow Rescue sprang into action, rushing Jolie straight to the veterinary hospital where a team was waiting to save her life. X-rays revealed another complication: Jolie still had a kitten trapped inside her womb. She was unable to deliver the baby safely on her own, and time was running out. Veterinarians moved quickly to perform an emergency C-section, while also spaying Jolie to prevent further trauma and infection. Thanks to that lifesaving surgery, five precious kittens were delivered into the world. One tiny baby — the kitten who had been stuck inside — struggled in those first fragile moments. Everyone feared the worst. But Jolie is a fighter, and her little family followed her lead. With intensive monitoring, warmth, and supportive care, that kitten pulled through. Today, her foster mom says you’d never know which one had such a difficult start. Through everything she has endured, Jolie has been an incredible mother. Despite emergency surgery, pain, and the trauma her body has suffered, she has lovingly cared for her newborns, nursing them, cleaning them, and keeping them safe. But Jolie’s journey has not been without setbacks. Just one week after surgery, she developed a painful post-operative infection and had to return to the veterinarian for additional treatment and antibiotics to keep complications from spiraling. Thankfully, Jolie and all five babies are now stable and doing well in foster care — but the medical bills from her emergency rescue continue to mount. This little family is safe today because help came just in time. Now we need your help to make sure Cats’ Meow Rescue can continue saying yes to emergencies like Jolie’s. Jolie’s babies got the chance to open their eyes in safety because their mama was given a second chance. Please help us give this deserving family the healthy future they fought so hard for. 5/6/26 Update: Family is fine but smaller. While Jolie has been a good momma, nursing all five kittens has been causing her a lot of pain due to the C-section. Luckily for kittens and Jolie, Cats’ Meow rescue has several other nursing momma cats and one of them was willing to be adoptive momma to three of Jolie’s kittens. This allows Jolie to continue being a good momma to two without much pain and the other three are well looked after. 5/9/26 Update: Photos updated a photo and video were deleted. 5/21/26 Update Jolie’s little family has come so far since the terrifying day she arrived at the shelter in active labor, fighting for her life. What should have been the joyful birth of her kittens quickly turned into a medical emergency when staff discovered Jolie was suffering from a prolapsed uterus and unable to safely deliver one of her babies. Without immediate intervention, both Jolie and her kittens could have been lost. Thanks to the quick action of the shelter, Cats’ Meow Rescue, and the veterinary team who rushed to save her, Jolie underwent an emergency C-section and lifesaving surgery just in time. Today, we are so grateful to share that Jolie and all five kittens survived this ordeal and are continuing to do well in foster care. The road has not been easy. After surgery, Jolie developed a painful infection that required additional veterinary treatment and antibiotics. Recovering from a C-section while trying to nurse five hungry newborns also became incredibly painful and exhausting for her little body. Thankfully, Cats’ Meow Rescue had other nursing mama cats in care, and one wonderful adoptive mama stepped in to help raise three of Jolie’s kittens. This gave Jolie the chance to focus on healing while continuing to care for two of her babies herself. The kittens are thriving, growing stronger every day, and you would never guess which tiny kitten once struggled so hard after being trapped inside Jolie during labor. Watching this family recover together has been nothing short of incredible. Most importantly, Jolie is finally getting the chance to simply rest, heal, and be safe. Despite everything her body endured, she has remained a loving, devoted mother through it all. We are deeply grateful to every person who donated, shared, and supported Jolie’s story. Because of you, this young mama and her babies received emergency medical care exactly when they needed it most. Your compassion gave this family a future. Thank you for helping Cats’ Meow Rescue continue saying yes to emergencies like Jolie’s and for giving this beautiful little family the second chance they deserved.
Sunny
From Forgotten to Fixed: Help Sunny Get the Care He Deserves
Morehead, KY • Cats' Meow Feline Fosters, Inc.
Sunny didn’t belong in the shadows of a feral colony. When he was trapped as part of a routine TNR (trap-neuter-return) effort, it was immediately clear — this older gentleman was different. Friendly. Gentle. Craving human connection. While the other cats kept their distance, Sunny leaned in. It quickly became obvious: Sunny wasn’t feral. He was likely lost… or worse, abandoned. Without a microchip and struggling to survive in a colony where he didn’t quite fit, Sunny was trying his best — but his body told the truth of what he’s been through. He needs help. A lot of it. Sunny has already had bloodwork done twice and completed a course of antibiotics to stabilize some of his medical issues. But he’s not out of the woods yet. To truly give him a second chance, he urgently needs: \\\\\\\\- Neuter surgery — the cornerstone of this month’s spay/neuter efforts, and critical for his long-term health and safety - A major dental procedure, including removal of his painful canine teeth (we’re hopeful his molars can be saved) - Tail amputation due to damage that cannot heal on its own - Ear cleaning and treatment for discomfort and infection - Lice treatment to relieve ongoing irritation - Final care for an ulcerated leg wound, including removal of remaining dead tissue so it can fully heal Right now, Sunny is in foster care, finally safe — but he’s not comfortable yet. He’s living with pain that is treatable, conditions that are fixable, and a future that is absolutely within reach. And it all starts with his neuter. Spay and neuter isn’t just about preventing more homeless animals — it’s about giving cats like Sunny a real shot at stability, healing, and placement into loving homes. His neuter will set him on the path to adoption. Once Sunny has completed his medical care, he will remain in foster until we find him the forever home he deserves — one where he never has to wonder if he’s safe again. Sunny has clearly known love before. Now he just needs someone to help him find it again. Please consider donating to support Sunny’s neuter and critical medical care. Every dollar brings him closer to a pain-free life and a fresh start. Let’s give this sweet, forgotten boy the ending he’s been waiting for. 5/5/26 Update: Surgery Over, Some Mouth Issues Sunny had his neuter and tail amputation. They took samples of tissue in his mouth and he appears to have stomatitis, so he will probably need some more help with his mouth. Right now he has to eat really soft food. 5/6/26 Update: Seeing Doc about my toofies Sunny in to see the vet again about his teeth/gums 5/9/26 Update: Sunny is Struggling Sunny went back to the vet for more tooth work and started running a fever (105). This is high. He was immediately put on antibiotics and is more perky but still weak. He is showing some liver enlargement and X-rays show he has been shot in the past! Poor Sunny, he really needs some help. 5/21/26 Update Sunny has been through more than we could ever fully know, but we are so happy to share that this sweet boy is finally starting to feel better. When Sunny first came to us through a TNR effort, it was immediately obvious he did not belong outside fighting to survive in a feral colony. Friendly, affectionate, and desperate for human attention, Sunny was clearly a cat who had once known love. But his body showed the heartbreaking reality of life on the streets — painful dental disease, injuries, infection, lice, an ulcerated wound, and damage to his tail that ultimately required amputation. As his medical journey unfolded, we discovered even more. Sunny developed a dangerously high fever after additional dental work, showed signs of liver enlargement, and X-rays revealed something truly devastating: at some point in his life, Sunny had been shot. Despite everything he has endured, Sunny has remained incredibly gentle and trusting. Thanks to your support, Sunny was able to receive his neuter surgery, tail amputation, extensive veterinary care, diagnostics, medications, and ongoing treatment for his painful mouth issues. We now believe he is dealing with stomatitis, which means his recovery will likely be slower and require continued management and soft foods while his mouth heals. The good news is that Sunny is finally feeling better. His fever has resolved, he is more comfortable, and he is regaining strength little by little every day. While he still has healing ahead of him, we are incredibly hopeful about his future. Recovery for cats like Sunny is rarely quick or simple. Years of neglect and untreated medical issues take time to overcome. But for the first time in a very long time, Sunny is safe, cared for, and surrounded by people who are committed to helping him heal at his own pace. We are so grateful to everyone who donated, shared his story, and gave this sweet older boy a chance. Because of you, Sunny no longer has to suffer alone outside. He now has the opportunity to recover in comfort and eventually find the loving forever home he deserves. Thank you for helping us change Sunny’s story.
Jack Sparrow
Jack Sparrow was found suffering on the streets of Miami — injured, infected, and completely alone
Lauderhill, FL • Saving Sage Animal Rescue Foundation, Inc.
This poor cat had clearly been suffering for far too long. Covered in demodex mange, unfixed, FIV-positive, and weak from life outside, Jack Sparrow’s body showed all the signs of prolonged neglect. But the most devastating injury was impossible to ignore — he has a large, gaping open wound that requires intensive daily bandage changes, constant cleaning, and close veterinary monitoring to prevent infection and help the tissue heal. Every single day, this wound must be carefully treated. Without that ongoing care, Jack Sparrow is at serious risk for worsening infection, prolonged pain, and complications that could become life-threatening. On top of his wound management, Jack Sparrow is also being treated for severe demodex mange, a skin condition that leaves cats itchy, inflamed, and vulnerable to secondary infections. As an FIV-positive cat, his immune system is already compromised, making his recovery even more delicate and urgent. As soon as he is medically stable, Jack Sparrow will also need to be neutered. Neutering is a critical part of his recovery and future safety. Intact male cats like Jack Sparrow are far more likely to roam, engage in aggressive fights, sustain serious injuries, and spread illnesses like FIV throughout community cat populations. Without neuter, the dangerous cycle that likely led to his condition simply continues. By neutering Jack Sparrow, we are not only helping him live a healthier, safer life — we are preventing future suffering for other cats as well. Right now, Jack Sparrow desperately needs: • Daily bandage changes and wound management • Veterinary rechecks and monitoring • Medications to fight infection and manage pain • Treatment for demodex mange • Supportive care as his body begins to heal • Neuter once medically stable Jack Sparrow has likely spent his entire life trying to survive the harsh realities of being an unaltered stray cat in an overcrowded area. His injuries, illness, and FIV status are heartbreaking reminders of what happens when community cats do not receive timely medical intervention and sterilization. This is our chance to change that story. Your donation will help heal Jack Sparrow’s wound, treat his painful skin disease, and ensure he is neutered so he never has to return to the dangerous cycle that left him suffering in the first place. Please donate today to help Jack Sparrow recover — and help stop this cycle for good. His estimated medical care is $750, a significant burden for rescue, but this sweet cat finally has a chance to recover from the suffering he has lived with for who knows how long. Jack Sparrow did not deserve to be left in this condition. He deserves comfort, treatment, and the opportunity to know life beyond pain. Please donate today to help us cover Jack Sparrow’s urgent medical care and give this resilient boy the second chance he so desperately needs. 5/21/26 Update Jack Sparrow has come such a long way since the day he arrived in our care covered in painful mange, suffering from a massive open wound, and fighting simply to survive. Thanks to your incredible support, this sweet boy is finally healing — and for the first time, we can truly see him underneath all the pain and swelling he carried for so long. One of the most emotional milestones in Jack Sparrow’s recovery has been watching the swelling in his skin go down enough that we can finally see his beautiful eyes clearly. When he first came to us, his face and skin were so inflamed from severe demodex mange and infection that he looked absolutely miserable. Now, as his treatment continues to work, his comfort level has improved tremendously and his personality is beginning to shine through. His wound has been responding well to ongoing care, and the daily bandage changes, medications, and constant monitoring have made a huge difference in his healing journey. While he still has recovery ahead of him, Jack Sparrow is eating well, resting comfortably, and finally experiencing what it feels like to be safe and cared for. We are so grateful to every single person who donated, shared his story, and believed that this battered stray cat deserved a second chance. Because of you, Jack Sparrow was able to receive the intensive medical care he desperately needed, and today he is healing, comfortable, and finally beginning to enjoy life. Thank you for helping us show Jack Sparrow that his life matters.