During the last week of July 2011, Kathy and Pam finally put boots on the ground and decided to launch
Walnut Iowa's Feral Cat Program. From the first "go live" weekend, we have been in a whirlwind of feral and homeless cat business! Our team is unbelievable! All the way from Las Vegas Nevada, Kathy's sister Kris is a huge help with administration and social networking support. Pam, in Omaha is a source of physical help when possible and encouragement and financial support as well. Amber and Cheryl and Linda are always standing at the ready to help where ever needed.
As for me, Kathy, I'm sort of the runner. I have the privilege to be ringside for all the activity and I'm loving it. We are counting Gibbs as our first "sneuter". He has become a beloved member of my family, along with my other 3 rescued kitties. After vowing I would never have more than 3, Gibbs taught me never to say never.
We've been busy! From caring for and finding foster and fur-ever homes for town strays and abandoned or lost kitties, to
trapping and taking care of feral cats and kittens.... to setting up and maintaining feeding stations and
collecting the funds to do so!
In August of 2011, we were able to spay/neuter, vaccinate eight cats, and feed and care for many more through our stations. We are happy with that total for our first month.
Thank you to everyone who has been involved with helping us get our wings. We have experienced such generosity and we are humbled by the signs of compassion for these furry little friends. Donations of food, traps, and finances have been overwhelming.
September will be even better! Stay tuned!!
