06/13/2026
Litter Mates Cub members, Tenth Life's monthly, sustaining donors, make saving lives like Minxy's possible!
You may remember this little lady as we've shared her story a couple of times now. Minxy first came to Tenth Life as a Cherokee Street neighborhood stray who had previously been TNR'd (trap neuter, return). She was timid and unsure of people, but she acclimated to life indoors quickly, and soon learned she could trust the people caring for her.
Shortly after she became acclimated and went to the vet for the first time, we learned that she has heart disease. She was placed on a few medications and did well for many months.
Then, one very scary day, her foster arrived home to her unable to walk and crying out in pain. She was rushed to the emergency clinic, where she was hospitalized for several days. Her heart disease had caused a blood clot, which went to one of her back legs, immobilizing her.
Thanks to sustaining gifts, we were able to provide her with treatment that saved her life and helped her walk again, and ensure that we have the resources to continue caring for her. Last week, Minxy had a check up with the cardiologist and her bill was nearly $1,000. But, because of our Litter Mates Club members, it was paid right away.
And, the good news is that she's stable (her heart disease has progressed, but she has no clots currently, her chest x-rays were clear, and her bloodwork showed no concerns). Minxy is the happiest she could be. She loves life in her foster home, getting all the snuggles and playtime with her foster siblings that she wants. For now, we're continuing to monitor her very closely for any symptoms and letting her live her best life.
Join Tenth Life's Litter Mates Club today!
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