No Rest for the Weary
Lots of interesting things have been happening around here. Throughout November and December Craig Street CAts was the recipient of some amazing acts of generosity. We were able to bring most of our bills up to date and had a little left to take care of some storage and transportation issues that have been plaguing us for quite awhile.
Storage has been a huge issue around here. As much as I love my character home, I have to admit that it is sadly lacking in the closet department. Part of the funds raised were used to buy cabinets and storage containers for all of the cats’ assorted paraphenelia (food, dishes, toys, medical supplies, towels, blankets . . .).
Some of you already know that we were able to buy a used van last week. It’s very nice to be able to do all the things that need to be done without having to wait for someone else to be able to give the cats and me a ride. It’s also very nice to NOT have to pay cab fare when nobody is able to ferry us around. That’s the good stuff.
Of course, being mobile now, the first thing I did was take critters to see the vet. It turns out that just about all of them have ear mites. Now, ear mites are a very common thing. They are not an issue when you have one, or two, or even six cats. When you have 23 cats and 20 kittens, however, ear mites are no laughing matter. All of the cats have to be treated. On top of that whopper, we have 12 kittens going in for spay and neuter over the next 2 weeks. Another 8 will have to go within a month after that.
We had almost 3 glorious months where there was enough money to pay the bills as they came in, and a little left to do things that needed to be done. Now it’s back to reality and the need to get out and do fundraising. There truly is no rest for the weary.
Stumble It!
Tags: fundraising, generosity, kindness, kitten, kittens, neuter, spay
February 12th, 2010 at 6:54 pm
I have acquired two rescue dogs that were deserted by their former owners. They are the sweetest creatures I have ever known. It is sad how some individuals treat animals like property or worse. My hope is that more people will get informed about this subject.
February 21st, 2010 at 1:18 am
Hello All, I just wanted to start by saying that the contribution here is simply amazing. I think everyone does a fine job here and just wanted to make that known. We care for neglected and abused animals and it is a real challenge at times. If anyone wants to help please visit us at http://www.abused-pets.com thanks.
February 21st, 2010 at 3:26 pm
Thank you Felizidad. I appreciate the work you are doing through abused-pets.com. I would like to warn readers, though, that your site contains some very disturbing photos of abuse and neglect. Please exercise discretion when visiting the site.