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Cat Rescue Stories and Appeals
Stories and Funding Appeals that may sadden and also inspire you.
Rescue Cats and Kittens may have been:
- Abandoned
- Dumped
- Abused
- Handed in
- Come from Hoarding Situations, or
- Colonies
BMD services towns and villages within the Blue Mountains, Lithgow, Bathurst, and beyond.
CURRENT APPEAL: Ten Kittens in Need
BMD's Latest Rescue
4 November 2024
Late last week, we received an urgent call about a dire situation unfolding in the Lower Mountains—a sighting of several abandoned kittens. With swift action, we successfully rescued ten kittens: six of them are around three weeks old, while the remaining four are estimated to be five to six weeks old. Along with them, we rescued a young female cat.
We are collaborating with local residents to manage this situation and prioritize capturing and desexing the mothers and any male cats. This ongoing issue began years ago with the abandonment of a few undesexed cats, leading to a growing population of stray cats in the area.
These young kittens, seemingly left to fend for themselves, urgently require veterinary treatment and care. We are reaching out for your help to provide them with the medical attention, special nourishment, and ongoing care they desperately need.
Additionally, we urgently require more foster carers to offer temporary homes for these kittens. If you can assist, please contact Suzanne at 0414 953 992—we will provide food and litter to those who can help.
Our funds are currently stretched to their limit. Any contribution you can make will be immensely appreciated. Every donation will go directly towards the care of these kittens and support our continuous efforts to manage and control the stray cat population through desexing. Thank you for your generosity and support.
CURRENT APPEAL: OTIS
From Troubling Diagnosis to Hopeful Recovery
Otis: 3 October 2024
Introducing Otis, our sweet ginger boy whose journey over the past weeks has been challenging yet hopeful. Otis recently underwent specialist surgery at the Animal Referral Hospital in Homebush to drain an abscess in his inner ear. The dedicated team, including Dr. Sarah and Dr. Emily, went above and beyond, conducting special scans that revealed more serious concerns—a collapsed right lung and a nose infection eroding the bone.
It’s a waiting game now, as Otis’s recovery hinges on the success of his medication, which aims to address these severe conditions. Thankfully, Otis has received exceptional care and compassion from the veterinary teams, who describe him as an obliging and loving patient. His remarkable nature has endeared him to everyone involved in his treatment.
Our gratitude extends to Dr. Monica from Stewart Street Veterinary Hospital, whose quick actions were crucial in getting Otis the emergency care he needed, averting what could have been a grim prognosis.
As Otis continues to receive the best possible treatment, your support is more vital than ever. Our funds are critically low, and contributions toward Otis’s ongoing veterinary bills would be greatly appreciated. Your generosity ensures that Otis, along with Tom Tom and other cats and kittens under our care, receive the necessary medical attention and compassion they deserve.
Please consider donating to help Otis and keep our mission thriving. Thank you for your kindness and support.
Rescue Stories & Previous Appeals
Tom Tom's Remarkable Journey - From Rescue to Resillence
Update: November 2024
Discover the inspiring story of Tom Tom, a beloved feline with a spirit as big as his heart. Rescued in early August, this courageous cat faced a series of medical challenges, including a leg amputation and treatment for troublesome neck lumps. Thanks to exceptional veterinary care and unwavering community support, Tom Tom not only survived but thrived.
Known for his infectious energy and love for cat scratchers, Tom Tom has adapted beautifully to life on three legs. He embodies resilience, showing us all the power of perseverance.
To catch the full story of Tom Tom's incredible journey from hardship to health, follow his dedicated page. Witness how this special cat has captured hearts and continues to inspire everyone he meets. Don't miss out on the uplifting tale of Tom Tom!
Dominic (Dom's) Happy Ending: A Tale of Triumph and New Beginnings:
23 August 2024
January 2024 we reached out for help to save Dominic (Dom), a tiny kitten battling brutal injuries and looming blindness. BMD asked for assistance with funding to cover surgeries and his ongoing care.
After eight months of challenges and triumphs, our beloved rescue kitten Dom has found his forever home with the kind-hearted Laura. In a delightful turn of events, Dom's companion Puss Puss has also been adopted into the same loving family.
Dom's bravery continues to shine as he helps Puss Puss adjust to their new canine siblings. His adventurous spirit remains strong, conquering tall scratching posts and forming an unlikely friendship with a dog named Milo.
We're immensely grateful to all who supported Dom's journey. Your compassion has given these deserving cats a chance at a happy, love-filled life. Thank you for being part of this heartwarming story and for enabling us to create more happy endings for cats in need.
Thank you for being part of Dom's journey. Your kindness and generosity have turned a story of cruelty into one of love and new beginnings.
Update on Trooper and BJ:
A Bittersweet Journey
August 2024
Dear supporters,
We want to share an update on Trooper and BJ, two rescue cats who touched our hearts deeply. Their stories remind us of the complex nature of animal rescue work, filled with both triumphs and heartbreaks.
We're delighted to report that Trooper has made a full recovery and found his loving forever home. His resilience and spirit have carried him through, and he's now enjoying the life every cat deserves.
However, we must share some sad news about BJ. Despite our best efforts and hopes, BJ's journey took a different turn. Her little body, burdened with multiple injuries, faced one health challenge after another. Despite the tireless care and love from our team, BJ's condition continued to deteriorate. It is with heavy hearts that we share that BJ has passed away peacefully and is now resting in our Lavender Garden.
BJ's story, while heartbreaking, reinforces our commitment to giving every animal in our care the best possible chance at life and comfort. We're grateful for the time we had with her and for all the support you've shown both Trooper and BJ.
As we close this chapter of Trooper and BJ's story, we remain dedicated to their ongoing care and all other cats needing our help. Your continued support enables us to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome cats and kittens in need.
Thank you for your continued support as we navigate the joys and sorrows of cat rescue. Your compassion makes our work possible.
June - August 2024
On May 18, 2024, BMD Cat Welfare launched an urgent appeal for two young feline survivors, Trooper and BJ. These resilient kittens had endured unimaginable cruelty at a tender age, each bearing physical and emotional scars from their traumatic experiences.
Trooper, a 10-week-old ginger boy, was found abandoned on a busy road after losing his brother to injuries. Despite severe head trauma and eye damage, Trooper's fighting spirit prevailed. BJ, a 6-week-old black and white kitten, was discovered in a drain, also having lost a sibling to brutality. Both kittens formed an unbreakable bond, finding solace in their shared experiences.
Thanks to the overwhelming support from our compassionate community, we are pleased to share some positive updates:
Trooper has found his forever home with his foster carers, who have fallen in love with his indomitable spirit and affectionate nature. This beautiful outcome is a testament to the power of love and care in healing even the deepest wounds.
BJ's journey continues as we conduct further assessments. Recent observations suggest she may be blind, adding another layer to her already challenging story. Rest assured, we are committed to providing BJ with all the specialised care and support she needs to thrive, regardless of her visual capabilities.
We cannot express enough gratitude to everyone who contributed to this appeal. Your generosity has funded crucial veterinary care and given these deserving kittens another chance at life.
The Five Furry Fighters
10 May 2024
In March, five tiny kittens, just one week old, found themselves orphaned and in desperate need of care. BMD Cat Welfare Group stepped in, providing them with a loving home and the nurturing they required. Now thriving at 8 weeks old, these brave fighters are preparing for their upcoming vet care, but the journey has been far from easy.
The cost of living crisis has hit our operations hard, with soaring prices for essential supplies and vet bills. We urgently need your support to continue our vital work of rescuing and caring for these vulnerable felines. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a world of difference in ensuring these five orphans and countless others receive the love and care they deserve. Join us in lending a paw to our tiny survivors
July 2023: Benson and Betty
Kittens thrown from a Car in their Carrier Case:
How can people be so thoughtless and cruel?
Benson & Betty
Benson
Last Saturday night (1 July), two kittens were thrown from a car in Riverstone in their carrier case. We have named them Betty and Benson.
A witness to the incident kindly took Betty and Benson to Riverstone Police Station. She didn’t know what else to do as no vets were open.
As a Facebook plea for assistance resulted in no response from anyone in Sydney, BMD contacted the police station. Christine (senior carer) drove to Sydney and collected the kittens on Sunday morning.
Benson and Betty have a few scrapes and are understandably very scared. Otherwise, despite their dreadful ordeal, they are doing well.
Benson and Betty are approximately six months old and very loveable and cuddly kittens.
Both kittens have been vet checked, desexed, vaccinated, and microchipped. They will be ready for adoption once they are more settled.
Thank you to the Police at Riverstone station for looking after Benson and Betty. The Police went out of their way to make them safe and warm with food, water, and litter.
March 2024: Read the 'Happy Endings' for Benson and Betty
Emergency Cat Rescue - Hoarder Situation (January 2023):
The Hardest Cat Rescue Yet!
BMD volunteers called to an emergency cat rescue of 30 cats, all in appalling condition, all needing vet work.
Colony of 40 + Cats from a farming property (August 2021):
A farmer asked for help to take as many cats as possible as the land was to be sold.
Undertaking such a large rescue is a massive drain on resources and creates a need for more foster carers.
Most rescue cats and kittens have shown to be quite friendly and will go from strength to strength with the TLC of a foster family or carer.
To date, this has been the group's largest cat rescue.
Dumped at the Pound (March 2021)
I picked up these four babies dumped at the pound. I'm glad they were at
the pound and not just dropped in the bush, riddled with fleas and ringworm. The tabby had lesions everywhere and missing fur on his
feet. They were underweight, had urine scolding from peeing on themselves, and were covered in dirt.
The photos don't do their condition justice. They're pink in the bathing photos because of all the flea dirt, which is, of course, flea poo, so dried blood.
They had to sit with the Maleseb (medicated shampoo) on them for 10 minutes. They were not impressed.
I hate that I don't know where their mum is, as I can only imagine her condition. I hate that these aren't the worst we've seen or will see.
This is just a band-aid solution to the problem of un-desexed cats. Yes, we can help with kittens (provided we have space and funds), but we must also desex the mothers. And the fathers! How are people still not desexing their cats in this day and age with all the information out there and all the financial assistance available?
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