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We all love spending the long, sunny days of summer outdoors with our furry companions, but being overeager in hot weather can spell danger, warn ASPCA experts. Even the healthiest pets can suffer from dehydration, heat stroke and sunburn if overexposed to the heat. If you suspect your pet is suffering from heat stroke, get help from your veterinarian immediately.
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Heat Strokes
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Heat Stroke: Know the Signs in Your PetOverheating and heat stroke can cause irreversible organ damage and, in some cases, death. That is way it is important to know the signs and limit your pet’s time outdoors. While the following graphic is aimed at dogs, it can also apply to cats. To help minimize the chances of an indoor/outdoor pet, keep them indoors during the daytime hours. This will help keep them safe from overheating and the chances of a heatstroke. To learn more about heatstrokes in cats and dogs, including how it is caused, symptoms, and what to do if you think your pet is having a heat stroke, please visit this site here.
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OUR FEATURED CAT...GYPSY |
![]() Close up of Gypsy. Despite her fragile state of health when FFF accepted her and her two sisters into our SOL Program., GYPSY beat the odds to become an active, curious, energetic, and affectionate kitty. She is a fast learner and an independent, very self-possessed cat, loving to explore and engage in games of chase with even the largest of her foster friends. She doesn't take any gruff from even our big foster Toms! Because of her independence and preferring people's company, she would do fine as an only cat. Due to her activity level, she would not be a good match for a quiet, sedate situation or a senior. ![]() Gypsy relaxing. As she has grown older, she is less active but still enjoys intering more with people than her foster siblings. She has developed a love for food which has resulted in a once svelte figure becoming more rounded
![]() Close up of Gypsy. She is current on his FVRCP shot, combo tested negative for Feline AIDS and leukemia, and is spayed. She enjoys a safe, enclosed outdoor space to explore. Because of her activity level and familiarity with the enclosed outdoor experience, she will need to have an ENCLOSED outdoor catio. She is spayed and combo tested and has current FVRCP vaccines. She is also house trained. Sister is currently up for adoption. Should you like to know more information about this plucky, young cat, please contact us at [email protected]. |
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Friends of the Formerly Friendless is starting a new fundraiser. We can now take a photo of your favorite pet(s) and turn it into art. May it be stylish neon. Andy Warhol styled, or Van Gogh styled watercolor, you send us your photo and we will send you various styles for you to choose from. HERE IS HOW IT WORKS ...
Please visit our Fundraising page for more information. |
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Sponsor A Kitty... |
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CAN'T FOSTER? • CAN'T HAVE A CAT WHERE YOU LIVE? ![]() FFF's Martin You can sponsor a kitty with a donation amount of your choosing to help us with our ongoing maintenance and care of our FFF "formerly friendless felines". Your donation will go to the care and maintenance of the kitty(s) that you choose. Just visit our Adoption List and SELECT a kitty that you want to sponsor. ![]() FFF's Emily You can also make a contribution of your choosing that benefits ALL of FFF's needy kitties. Your contribution will be put into our general fund for the benefit of all of our kitties. Payment can be made directly to FFF via paypal or personal check. If you wish, you can contact us at 925-808-8364 for updates on your chosen kitty and be a "VIRTUAL FRIEND" to that or all of the FFF “formerly friendless felines”. ANY and all sponsorships are greatly appreciated and rest assured will be put to good use for the benefits of the kitty(s). We have no paid staff from these funds so it will directly benefit the kitty(s) you have chosen. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
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KITTY NEWS |
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How to Keep Your Pets Safe During Flea and Tick Season ![]() With the weather warming up, pet parents are taking the opportunity to go on longer walks and spend time with their pets in the great outdoors. Unfortunately, more time outdoors means more opportunities for your pet to catch fleas and ticks. So, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) wants to remind you of the importance of keeping your pet safe from fleas and ticks during the warmer months with these helpful tips! FleasFleas are the most common external parasite for our four-legged friends. They can live for as few as 13 days or as long as 12 months, and during their lifespan they can produce millions of offspring. Symptoms of fleas, such as excessive scratching and hair loss, are similar between dogs and cats, but it is important to know what to look out for as fleas can cause health complications, like anemia and intestinal parasites |
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New Mailing Address |
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