Update 4/7/23: We wanted to provide some additional details on how these animals are doing.
The 19 cats were all suffering from upper respiratory infections, some much worse than others. They also had severe ear mites (causing three of the cats to have head tilts), and fleas – some so bad they had skin infections and self-trauma from the severe itchiness. Other conditions include dental disease, pneumonia, and an umbilical hernia that will require surgery.
The three dogs from this rescue arrived underweight with fleas, chronic untreated skin issues, ear and eye infections, dental disease, and long nails that were causing lameness. They were very fearful and our care team has been working carefully to get them comfortable around humans again.
Since their rescue, all of the animals have been receiving treatment and are warming up to their caregivers. We are already seeing significant progress. They are very sweet animals and their personalities are beginning to come out! In the coming weeks, we will be continuing with daily care, spays/neuters, dental procedures, and other surgeries that are needed. When ready, they will be available for adoption. We will work hard to find them loving homes so they can experience the second chance at life they deserve.
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On March 22, 2023, 19 cats and 3 dogs arrived at our sanctuary in very poor condition. Our team responded on-scene in central Washington to a hoarding and neglect case to bring these animals to safety. There were another 9 cats from the home that were taken in by two other rescue organizations, Friends of the Animals Foundation and Motley Zoo.
We can’t share many details on this case, but we are so grateful they are all now safe. The animals are in terrible shape. Many are suffering from severe flea infestations, upper respiratory infections, open sores, skin infections, bloody nasal discharge, severely overgrown nails, and dehydration. We don’t know how long they have been in this extremely poor condition, but we do know that it takes many months without treatment to get to the severity of the condition they are in now.
The animals are getting settled into our Healing Barn and enjoying clean air, water, and food. Our animal care team will provide ongoing medical and behavioral treatment to get each one stable and eventually ready for adoption. For a rescue like this, it typically can involve weeks of extensive care that includes treating skin and intestinal parasites, management of nutritional issues, wound care, grooming, spay or neuter surgeries, dental work, and behavioral rehabilitation.
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