12/11/2025
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When we first met Relic, we knew he was in his Indiana Jones era. After several rounds of antibiotics and vet check-ups to address his labored, raspy breathing, we unearthed the true cause of his distress: a nasopharyngeal polyp. So much for finding the Lost Ark!
Luckily for him, this wasnโt our first time confronting this particular nemesis, so off to Dr. Rabuffo at Lititz Veterinary Clinic he went! Yesterday, he had a total ear canal ablation (TECA) surgery on his left ear, during which the whole ear canal is removed to prevent regrowth of the polyp. The surgery went well, but there is a small chance he may need a second one done for his right side as well, leaving our little explorer deaf, but breathing freely. We should know more in the coming weeks at his follow-up appointments.
Right now, Relic just needs some time, rest, and well wishes from his fans while he recovers from a pretty big adventure. His ear is folded and he has no blink reflex, but both should resolve soon as he heals. He will need consistent pain medication as well as antibiotics, other supportive care medications, and bandage changes, but the surgeon set him up with everything he needs to keep him comfortable during recovery.
The total cost of his surgery came to $2364.67, which doesnโt include the earlier exams and diagnostics that were done. Weโre currently running a donation match campaign to help prepare for next yearโs costs - including Relicโs potential second TECA surgery. If youโre able to support our mission to help kittens like Relic, there are many ways to help! Thank you for making it possible to give this guy a chance at a better life!
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For the second year in a row, we have very generous donor who has offered to match any donations made to Cornwall Community Cats in November and December up to $5,000.00 total, which would give Cornwall Community Cats a great way to start 2025 with $10,000.00! For every dollar donated in November and December of 2025, the donor will make a matching donation of up to $5,000.00 until our $10,000.00 goal is reached.
We cannot reach this goal without your support. How do your dollars support us?
* $20.00 Donation - A Case of Food
* $50.00 Donation - Single Cat Surgery with Distemper Vaccine at York County SPCA
* $100.00 Donation - Bloodwork for a Sick Foster Kitten
* $250.00 Donation - 50 Distemper Vaccines with Needles for Foster Kittens
* $500.00 Donation - 25 Cases of 24 Cans Each of Fancy Feast Wet Food for Foster Kittens
* $1,000.00 Donation - Lifesaving Surgery for Injured or Ill Cat or Foster Kitten
For every $25.00 you donate, you automatically will receive one (1) entry into a raffle for prizes that will be drawn in January of 2025 including Wegman's, PetSmart and Giant gift cards, Vera Bradley bags, fashion pet carriers, a 2013 CentralPennsylvania Arts Festival poster designed and signed by Lanny Sommese (one of the last posters he solely designed!!!), Bath and Body baskets, two (2) admissions to the Lancaster Cat Cafe, a framed piece of cat art by Isy Ochoa and cat themed group of items. Please see the collage above for pictures of the raffle items.
Also, for every $100.00 you donate, you automatically will receive one (1) entry into a raffle for a Victorian inspired filigree opal cocktail ring set in 14 carat yellow gold with Fleur-de-Lis design on the sides. The ring features an oval-shape black opal doublet stone measuring 15.28x11.30 mm with an approximate weight of 4.00 carats. The ring weighs 8.0 grams. The array of colors of the opal makes the ring a perfect piece for any outfit! The ring has an appraisal value of $3,290.00 and was donated for this raffle through the generosity of David Alexander Fine Jewelers.
Please include your name, email address and phone number with any donations so we can contact you in January of 2026 if you win a raffle prize for delivery.
Donations made by cash or check (payable to Cornwall Community Cats) can be mailed to:
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c/o Jen Wentzel
125 Furnace Street
Lebanon, PA 17042
Alternatively, the following links can be used for online donations:
๐ท๐พ Gofundme donations โก๏ธ https://www.gofundme.com/f/y7xe9-cornwall-community-cats
๐ท๐พ PayPal Donation Link โก๏ธ https://paypal.me/CornwallTNR?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US
๐ท๐พ Donate through ShelterLuv: https://checkout.shelterluv.com/donate/ckf
๐ท๐พ Venmo Donation Link โก๏ธ https://venmo.com/code?user_id=3785310823515966737&created=1728763006.623255&printed=1
Please help us to take full advantage of the very generous donation offered by one of our tremendous supporters and donate to Cornwall Community Cats now through December 31, 2025. Thank you as always!
