Nanimo, an 11-year-old, yellow-striped cat, was found on the doorstep of a Richmond home in the cold and snow of last December. He was brought to safety by the home owner, but Nanimo didn't arrive at the RAPS City Shelter until almost a full week later. Nanimo was so starved and ill, that he couldn't even walk. He was taken directly to the veterinarian and received critical care for almost a week. Remarkably, Nanimo survived and was transfered to the RAPS City Shelter for further attention. Over the month of January, Nanimo was given close care, special food and antibiotics while he recuperated. As he grew stronger, the RAPS staff found that Nanimo was an exceptionally loving cat, and his sweet personality began to emerge the more he could interact with people. After nearly a month, Nanimo is now able to stand on his feet, but he is still quite shaky on his back legs. The shelter staff expect him to make a full recovery, and one day he will be ready for a new home. RAPS is so glad that Nanimo was found in the nick of time. A special fund has been set up to help RAPS pay for Nanimo's ongoing special care. If you would like to donate to the Nanimo Recovery Fund, you can donate online or mail donations directly to the RAPS City Shelter, 12071 No. 5 Road, Richmond, BC V7A 4E9.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Nanimo's Recovery
Nanimo, an 11-year-old, yellow-striped cat, was found on the doorstep of a Richmond home in the cold and snow of last December. He was brought to safety by the home owner, but Nanimo didn't arrive at the RAPS City Shelter until almost a full week later. Nanimo was so starved and ill, that he couldn't even walk. He was taken directly to the veterinarian and received critical care for almost a week. Remarkably, Nanimo survived and was transfered to the RAPS City Shelter for further attention. Over the month of January, Nanimo was given close care, special food and antibiotics while he recuperated. As he grew stronger, the RAPS staff found that Nanimo was an exceptionally loving cat, and his sweet personality began to emerge the more he could interact with people. After nearly a month, Nanimo is now able to stand on his feet, but he is still quite shaky on his back legs. The shelter staff expect him to make a full recovery, and one day he will be ready for a new home. RAPS is so glad that Nanimo was found in the nick of time. A special fund has been set up to help RAPS pay for Nanimo's ongoing special care. If you would like to donate to the Nanimo Recovery Fund, you can donate online or mail donations directly to the RAPS City Shelter, 12071 No. 5 Road, Richmond, BC V7A 4E9.
