08/22/2025
I never share these types of things because I'm usually just too exhausted to think about social media. This story is a good example of why I'm in animal rescue and a big reason I post wishlists, I love being able to help! Most of my time and money over the last 6-7 years has gone into animals and helping the community but I'm limited on what I can buy so I appreciate everything you guys send! I don't only help my fosters, I help people in our community with strays and their pets when I can as well.
A couple in NC found this cat (Simba) near death. Simba was badly emaciated, dehydrated, very weak, barely eating or drinking, had conjunctivitis and he was having seizures every couple of hours that lasted about a minute each. The guys who found him already have pets, children and other fosters so they reached out to Arcadia dog rescue who got reached out to me and got him seen by a vet. (Perfect example of why I always say people in rescue should be friends, teamwork saved this cat's life) They know I'm in NC and have experience with seizure cats. Thankfully it worked out so I was able to get a bag of fluids for an IV and some CBD oil to Simba. The vet wasn't able to take his blood so they couldn't do much for him.
After a week of strangers working together and a couple going without sleep, Simba's seizures are now under control, he's hydrated, he's eating and I'm sure he's going to start putting on weight then go on to live a wonderful life! The picture in the comments is him now.