Welcome Finn Fans! We have decided that the best way to keep you updated about Finn and his progress would be to set up a blog. We want to tell you Finn's story and of course, the best way to tell a story is to start at the very beginning.....
02/06/14: West Hartford Animal Control, CT posted on Facebook.
Meet "Finn" our newest edition. He was found on the side of the road by a resident. It was believed that he had been hit by a car. Upon examination by our veterinarian, it was determined that Finn wasn't hit by a car. Finn has a nutritional deficiency that caused his legs to slope and loose his eyesight. The bones in his front legs are filled with hollow pockets from poor nutrition. Finn's problems are because he was neglected. He wasn't given the proper food and nutrients in his life. When he was turned over to us, he was emaciated and was covered in flea dirt. He has only been with us for a few days but has shown much improvement. He knows to use the litter box. When he is unsure or scared he will let you know by voicing his concern. Finn is approximately 2.5 years old. He tested negative for Feline Aids and Leukemia. He is a sweetie that loves to to be petted. Please give us a call if you are interested in adoption. This guy is a real special kitty.
And we thought so too.....This was one of the first messages that went out to volunteers!
02/11/14
We at POA decided to take Finn and our awesome volunteer Janette was ready to foster him.
After Finn had his blood work done, Janette picked him up. He is still very frail and cannot be neutered yet. His eyes appear to be starting to focus and JoAnn, our meds team leader says that we can take him to the eye specialist in Massachusetts when Finn is stronger. While Finn finds his strength, he will do so in the care of our wonderful volunteer, Janette.
So we find Finn at the end of this first post with his medical needs starting to be met and the certainty of wonderful care and unconditional love immediately established. Onward and upward is what lies ahead of Finn now. It will be a long road but we hope that you will follow Finn and us along on this journey of healing, hope and heart. Until our next post, keep Finn in your thoughts and hearts.
I have been an animal rescue volunteer for many years. Adoption counselor, foster mom, transport drive/coordinator, fund raiser...etc... So I know the most valuable thing you can offer is your time! I also know that there never seems to be enough time to do all the things you want and need to do! So I Thank You for taking some of your Valuable Time to share Mr. Finn's journey here on this blog! He is very Special!
ReplyDeleteI for one was very happy to hear this update! Bless his Heart. He finally found his Angels. <3 We Love you Finn
Poor Finn:( I wonder if his owner only fed him tuna. Unfortunately many elderly pet owners do this thinking this is all he needs. They don't realize the nutritional needs of the kitty is more complex than that. I wonder if the owner is looking for him. I hope someone goes back to where he was found and ask the neighbors. I bet this person would love to have Finn back. But of course teach them what a proper diet would be. Just thinking maybe the owner is kind hearted and sweet like Finn and missing him. Anyway prayers are sent to Finn. Thank you for caring for him. Hugs and kisses too.
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU so much Janette for fostering and taking care of this precious boy. If he tolerates (or even better, gets along with a small dog!) I would love to adopt him once he is medically okay...I have the purfect home for him here. In the meanwhile, I will be donating to help with his medical bills. Thanks for doing this blog for him so I can be updated on Finn and how he is progressing!
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