Rescue Kitties of Hawaii

SENIOR SURVIVOR Herbert Fights Lung Infection

It’s simple: Our rescue can't continue its intakes until our #seniorsurvivor Herbert’s vet bill is paid. Your donation not only goes to lovebug Herbert, but also opens up our ability to save more kitties in dire need ❤️

Senior Herbert’s Medical Expenses:

Emergency Exam: $210.26

Nova General Blood Panel: $210.42

Heska Comprehensive Panel: $265.60

Chest X-Ray Study: $461.05

AIS Radiology Interpretation: $124.45

Hospitalization Set-up: $113.66

Hospitalization 24 Hrs: $589.07

IV Fluid Set-up: $332.15

IV Fluid Maintenance 24 Hrs: $255.08

Oxygen Cage Setup: $219.79

Oxygen Supplementation 12 Hrs: $862.62

Medications: $157.07

Herbert’s Story:

On Monday 5/6 we rushed our love bug Herbert to Emergency VCA Family and Oahu Veterinary Specialty Center immediately because he was having trouble breathing, he became suddenly lethargic, and developed a high fever. Multiple tests and diagnostics, including Xrays and full bloodwork revealed he has bacteria filled fluid in his lungs. His Drs drained fluid from his lungs and testing it confirmed he has a severe bacterial lung infection in addition to FIP. VCA immediately put him on oxygen, IV fluids, and a strong antibiotic. He has been receiving FIP treatment since his visit as well.

After two days in the hospital and lots of intensive care, Herbert made it home and is doing fantastically under the care of his foster mom.

Herbert was rescued a few months ago as a stray in near-death condition. He had an eye ulcer, UTI, rotting teeth, mange--you name it, he had it. Our incredible supporters helped raise funds for him to receive a first round of medical care. And his road to recovery has been amazing.️ His eye ulcer is mostly healed but needs more meds and time (they were swollen shut and badly infected upon intake). His skin and fur are completely healed of the horrible wounds and mange. He is still slightly anemic but not worse, and the vet said that is likely due to his multiple infections and issues he is fighting to overcome. He fought off a bad URI. And finally, once all of his other health issues are taken care of, he will get some teeth removed to help relieve his mouth pain. Because of YOUR support, Herbert has had an AMAZING transformation from a neglected, extremely ill street cat to a cuddly, cared for indoor cat. But the wear and tear from what he endured on the street is not behind him.

Can you please help once more to give him this second chance he so deserves?

You can make a difference by donating today to Rescue Kitties of Hawaii. EVERY dollar is helping and it goes STRAIGHT to Herbert's medical care. Sweet Herbert needs you. ❤️ Please Donate and Share ❤️

TOGETHER, We CAN do this!

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A good samaritan reached out to us about ten newborn kittens (eyes still closed) that were dumped in a box on Sand Island, a particularly dangerous area due to a prevalent mongoose population. They have clearly been ripped from their mom immediately after she gave birth, and it looks like all of the umbilical cords have been cut off.

We need to raise funds to go directly to these kittens and follow them all the way through foster care until they are adoptable. This would cover medical care, formula and food, and potentially flights to transfer to a partner rescue on the mainland if they do not get adopted here.

Any additional remaining funds will go directly to other rescue cats in need.

Please help if you are able to

Cat’s Legs Shattered After Being Shot And Left For Dead

This is Bobbi. She is very gentle and sweet. One night she went outside and a monster tried to kill her. They shot her and left her for dead in her neighborhood. One of her legs was blown almost completely off. The other was shattered. She managed to drag herself home, crying for help because of the excruciating pain.

Her owner rushed to the emergency vet, but the estimated bill to save her was astronomically high. Bobbi would need emergency hospitalization, a leg amputation, and also surgery to repair the other shattered leg. She purred through the pain as her owner sobbed and cradled her close. They couldn’t afford to save her so they chose to say goodbye. The vet and techs were also crying. It wasn’t fair. Bobbi wanted to live.

The vet was about to euthanize, but saw how much life Bobbi had left in her. She asked the owner to hold off on the euthanasia and immediately contacted Rescue Kitties of Hawaii to see if we could help.

We knew it was going to be a huge financial challenge, but we had to try. We are asking the public for donations to save Bobbi. It is urgent that we raise the funds as quickly as possible because the longer we wait, the higher the risk of massive infection and sepsis setting in.

We know that good prevails over evil. And so we fight.

You can save a life by donating today.