CAPI was discovered as a tiny youngster, crying, alone and abandoned, on the grounds of the Tennessee State Capitol.  We named him Capitol for that, Capi for short.   He was barely the size of a hand.  We thought growing up with other kittens would help his normal development so we put him with three orange girls about his age and hoped they would adopt him.  Read more.

Blue Birds for the Holidays?

Eastern Bluebirds are one of America's best-known birds, but they are not seen as often as they used to be.  That’s probably because they have to compete with non-native species like starlings and sparrows for nest sites.  People help by building bird boxes and in turn, Eastern Bluebirds help people by eating insects and by dispersing seeds of desirable fruits, such as blackberries and blueberries. 

 This stunning image of Eastern Bluebirds was captured this summer in an East Nashville backyard by Silver Rescue’s Karina.  You can enjoy it all year and benefit Silver Rescue animals by purchasing this 2013 wall calendar or note cards.  They also make wonderful gifts for the bird lovers on your holiday list. 

 Each Calendar is signed by the photographer.  Enjoy it throughout the year as the calendar and at the end of the year cut the calendar off and frame the photograph as the
                                                          art piece it is. 

Order your Calendars, or Note Cards (12 cards per set) by December 15th to get them in time for Christmas. 

$20.00 for Calendar or Cards (add $5 for shipping and handling)

Send your orders with payment to:  Silver Rescue, P.O. Box 111888, Nashville, TN 37222

Or send your orders through PayPal to [email protected].

Sweet Boots 
Update

Thanks so much for helping us pay for the care of sweet Boots, the very ill cat we wrote about last month. (see: link to Boots’ Oct report)  

After surgery for removal of his spleen, he  recuperated for a few weeks and was starting to enjoy getting around, snuggling, and napping in the sunshine.  Then, suddenly,  he stopped eating.  The poor little guy had  developed an infection in a dead tooth and a sore on his rump the size of a nickel he had licked raw.  Under anesthesia to remove the tooth, the veterinarian examined him for causes of the skin irritation, and more tissue went to the lab.  

Unfortunately,  the lab report showed that in addition to Spleenic Lymphoma, Boots has a second diagnosis: Skin Mastcell Tumor, a lethal type of feline skin cancer.  We briefly considered chemotherapy but decided not to put him through that ordeal, knowing at best it would extend his life for only a few weeks. For now, three different medications are keeping him comfortable.  He hates the pills but forgives and forgets as soon as he gets his bowl of liver and chicken. 

There’s no telling how much longer Boots has left but until he becomes too tired to snuggle or lounge in the window watching birds, he will get whatever he needs.  Our promise is love and comfort for however long he is with us. Although the poor boy seems unable to catch a break, his situation is a good reminder that rescue is about more than finding homes.  It is about valuing the life and meeting the unique needs of each creature that comes to us for help.  

Boots is one of the sweetest cats we’ve ever known.  He is gentle, loving, and non-confrontational with other cats.  He is always happy to see us and he purrs up a storm to prove it.  That alone is reward enough.  However, there are bills to pay.  Your generous donations reduced to the total bill significantly and our vet kindly donated some of his services, but we still need $600 to settle Boots’ account. 

We know you shared our hopes of saving Boots’ life with the medical care you have helped with so far, and you share our sadness and disappointment.  We still need your help.  Please make your tax deductible donation for Boots via:

   -PayPal.com to  [email protected]

  -Call or send in your donation to:
      Grassmere Animal Hospital
      3926 Nolensville Rd
      Nashville, TN   37211
      615-832-6535

 -Snail Mail to:
      Silver Rescue
      P. O. Box 111888
     Nashville, TN   37222
                    

  Thank you so very much!

   Boots and Karina

In partnership with Best Friends Animal Society, the world's largest rescue organization of its kind, Silver Recue is proud to take part in the 9 Lives for $9 promotion as a way to help our healthy adult cats find forever families.  Until November 18, qualified applicants who can provide a safe, loving inside home can adopt a new friend for just $9. 

Silver Rescue cats have been tested, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped and are reliable litter box users.  There’s just one problem:  our cats have just 8 lives left.  That’s because they each used up one when they were born on the street or abandoned by uncaring people. Cats have good memories, keen eyesight, and exceptional senses of smell and hearing.  Combined with their swiftness and agility, they are often able to stay out of danger.  However, alone in the world, they can’t do it by themselves.

Luckily, Silver Rescue stepped in to provide a secure haven, vet care, good food and of course, plenty of love.  Cats can live well into their teens or beyond, providing a lifetime of companionship, affection and fun.  We think 8 lives for just $9 is still a great bargain. 

View photos and read about Silver Rescue cats at www.silverrescue.org.  Request an application by November 18 to get in on this special offer at [email protected].