Saying Goodbye to Ollie

I had a 16-year-old cat named Harmony whose was name was actually ironic as he was grumpy and not harmonic at all. He was upset because I had to euthanize the previous cat named Itty-Bitty as he had kidney failure and Harmony was missing his pal. He would hide in the closet and only come out to eat and go to the litter box.

In 2017, I adopted two kittens from an ad I found on Nextdoor. The mother was a young six-month-old cat that was getting ready to be fixed, but then they discovered she was pregnant. I took the last two of the litter, two sisters, I named Sage and Ollie. Ollie was the runt of the litter who eventually showed signs of hip dysplasia.  They were a joy to watch and brought Harmony out of his depression.

I had to say goodbye to Ollie Friday morning, July 3^rd as her hip dysplasia worsened to a frozen right leg and she was moving in circles.

That afternoon I fell asleep on the couch with Sage asleep on her favorite window seat. We didn't get much sleep the previous night. I had a dream Ollie was sitting next to me and shared her love and said “thank you”. 

A few days later, Sage and I were on the couch relaxing and we both heard a cat scratching in the cat box. Of course, she and I looked at each other and I said, “It’s OK Ollie you can come around whenever you want, you can sit and watch TV with us and stay on the bed with us, whatever you like.” I know she’s always going to be here in my heart but right now she wants to be with us energetically. She is loved and she knows it.

For the Love of Animals,

Frances

 

A Perfect Goodbye

 I have been blessed to do my animal communication readings for over 20 years.  Recently, I received a message from a client whose cat I read for many years ago. This was her first cat, and she came to her as a hungry stray kitten.

My client:  "My female 15-year-old cat, KT had not been feeling well and had had no appetite.  I decided to take her for the first time to see a vet as she was not eating or drinking.  The vet said she has a tumor in her stomach.  She has only been treated using homeopathy, so I will not use any aggressive treatment like surgery or chemotherapy or even pursue additional diagnostic studies.  I would, however, like for you to speak with her.  Many years ago, I was having behavioral issues with her, and you spoke to her -- and no problems since. 
Question -- how best to assist her in this, her final performance."

Frances:  Hi KT – I hear you’re not feeling very well. Can you tell me about your thoughts at this stage in your life?

KT:  Thank you for giving me this opportunity to talk with my mom. I love her so very much and want her to know how appreciative I am for the life we have had together. She was the best person for me to have as my mom. She understood my moods and my idiocrasies that only she could understand and tolerate for me. I have not been feeling well for a while, but tried to hide it the best I could. I never wanted to leave Mom’s side but my time on this planet – for my body anyway – is coming close to an end. Food is not settling well, and I do not feel like my body can go on much longer without it. I would rather leave on my own, as long as I am not suffering or causing Mom undue hardship. I do not want the doctor to do anything to keep my body here as it is not part of my life’s plan. Please let Mom know that I will always love her and cherish our time together. I will be around her when she thinks of me and talks to me. I will hear every word she says out loud or in her thoughts, so she knows I am with her even when my physical body is long gone. Please know that I love Mom very much and will not be offended if she brings another stray into her life when the timing is right. I can assist to find her the perfect stray – not to replace me, because of course nobody can do that, but to share Mom’s love that she has to give. I thank you for the opportunity to speak with Mom again for the last time - unless she wants to talk after I cross over – I’m good with that too.

What a perfect goodbye story for KT and her mom. (Unless of course, she chooses to speak with Mom from the other side.)

For the Love of Animals,
Frances

Letting Go

 

Annie is an older cat who had surgery for GI cancer and follow-up chemotherapy treatments.  My client was concerned as the treatments would leave her sick for two weeks followed by a second treatment just a week later.  She was not seeing the benefits of continuing this treatment and wanted to know what Annie wanted her to do.

Frances:  Hi Annie – how are you?

Annie:  Oh, I’m okay, I guess.  I know mom is concerned about me and how I am feeling.  This isn’t easy on either of us.  I know she is doing everything she can to keep me going. Please let her know that I love her very much and appreciate all her efforts to keep me here with her.  I want her to know that it is time for me to stop the treatments and let me go on my own time.  Nothing they do is going to help keep me here forever – we all have to go some time, right?  So let me go when it comes my time, without the treatments so I will be more aware of my surroundings and not be sick from the treatments.  I’m not ready to go yet, but just know when it is my time, there will not be a question unanswered.  You did everything right, you are the best mom I could ever have had and I will always be in your heart.  Please enjoy the time we have left together without being sad or disappointed as we have had a good life together to remember. 

Frances:  Thank you, Annie.  I will be speaking with you and mom later today.

Annie:  Ok, thank you for talking with me.

Frances:  My pleasure, Annie.

For the Love of Animals,
Frances

Summer is Near - Traveling with Pets?

As things feel like they are returning to normal, at least a new normal, going out and enjoying new adventures are in order.  With the sunny summer travels approaching, it’s so important to remember our furry four-legged friends.  When you take them on your car ride adventures, please consider their safety.  We use seat belts, and they should too for their safety as well.   Like children, sitting on your lap with the car moving, whether you are the driver or the passenger – is not safe if you have to stop short or God forbid, were in an accident.  

If you have a smaller size pet, consider the basket type where they can see out the window while being safely strapped in.  There are other strapping devices for larger pets who may sit in the back seat with the window cracked open for their nose to stick out (I just love seeing the wind blowing in their face and the hair blowing back).  Please be careful not to have the window open too much so they don’t fall out.  If your pet rides in the back bed of the truck – please consider harnessing them in with more than a single leash connected to their collar.  (I don’t want to think what can happen should they try to jump out).  Have fun, enjoy the new adventures of this phase for you and your pet’s life.

For the Love of Animals,
Frances

 

Pets are Like Children

Our pets are like children, they watch us and sometimes their brains don’t understand all the complexities about adults. When we are affectionate to our partner we may have sounds or actions that can sound or look like we are being hurt. We know this isn’t the case, but to a pet or a child, this can be very scary. They may be in protection mode or run and hide. If they can do that to him or her, what will happen to me? I’m so small, who’s going to protect me? Who can I trust? Best they are not placed in this situation when they are young or if a relationship is in the early stages. Pets get very confused about who they can trust, and this can then be projected to others who they thought they could trust. Assure them your partner is a good person by including them in quiet times, walks, throwing the ball and words – yes, they do understand your words. 

 You may not hear their responses like I do but be assured they understand your words and your kindness. You are all they have – be kind. 

For the Love of Animals, 

Frances

Animal Care Resources - 2020

Pet Walkers, Sitters and Trainers

Arf Dog Walks

Rise Taylor 949-554-9700

Judy’s Loving Care - Judy Steward 

judytst@cox.net  

949-278-7876

Lisa the Critter-Sitter 

949-292-6572

Patties Pet Care and Housesitting

Pattie Meyers 949-370-0087

Penny Pampers Pets    

949-600-8885 cell:  949-677-4930

Downward Dog

Dog walking, day camps, overnight boarding.

Ivy 949-244-8606

Dog Trainer
Companion Dogs by Dr. Sue Myles

Concierge Dog Training For Pets & Their People
714-696-8939
speak@suemyles.com

Dog walker/sitter (San Diego area)

Roseanne

Rescues and Organizations

Barks of Love Animal Rescue and Placement Services

PO Box 4156  Fullerton, CA 92834 

Rescue@barksoflove.org  

Fax #: (714) 598-3355

Orange County People for Animals 

Dina Kourda 

dina.kourda@ocpausa.org 

949-939-4860 / 714-751-6272

Petfinder - Cats 

Kitten Rescue LW Catmom’s Adoptions 

Linda 949-348-2640 lwcatmom@pacbell.net

Phyllis 323-394-0954  phyllis@millerburg.com

Julie 61-313-5193 cleanjust42day@msn.com

Kitten Rescue 818-347-3037 mail@kittenrescue.org 

Pet Project Foundation

Microchip Lookup

Lost Pet Detection

Landa Coldiron

caninesearchdog@hotmail.com

(818) 442-2952

Pet Locator app - Pet protection network

Groomers

17th St. Dog Spaw

285 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa

949-646-5497

Pet Health

Pets Acupuncture

Jacqueline Heller DVM

Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Veterinary Holistic Care Serving South Orange County

(949) 547-0112

Animal and Bird Clinic of Mission Viejo 

Dr. Peter Bloch

24912 Chrisanta Drive

Mission Viejo, 92691

(949) 768-3651

Cat Faeries

Enzymes and sprays to address feline spraying and urine issues
PO Box 31885
San Francisco, CA 94131
CatFaeries@catfaeries.com

Home Pet Euthanasia

Compassionate and Caring End of Life Care

Dr. Annie Forslund

360 E. First Street, Suite #109; Tustin, CA 92780

(657) 255-8611

InVet

Arthramine for Healthy Joints & Bones 

Glucosamine is great for older dogs with stiff joints, add to their food and can be purchased at your local pet store.

Lap of Love

Nationwide home-based veterinary hospice and euthanasia. 

(855)933-5683

Blogspot

Facebook

Paws On the Go

Facebook

Center for Animal Physical Rehabilitation and Mobility Solutions

Caroline Goulard DVM, CCRT, CVA, CVPP

24310 Moulton Pkwy Suite N, Laguna Woods, CA 92637

(949) 813-4107  

Tustin Care Animal Hospital 

Dr. Deena Leong

14051-B Newport Ave. Tustin, CA 92780

(657)266-0322

ZugoPet

Multifunctional pet products including pet safety car seat harness.  

Pet Food

Arcana Dog and Cat Food

"Biologically Appropriate"  mirrors your pet’s evolutionary diet. 

Paw Tree

Nutritional pet food and natural products

Vickie Marx  949-360-7773 

Truth About Pet Food

Information about pet food ingredients, regulations, recalls and more. 

Dog Food Advisor
List of recently recalled dog foods. 

June is Adopt a Cat Month!

Help celebrate Adopt a Shelter Cat Month by visiting the cats and kittens at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center.  Millions of cats and kittens nationwide are waiting for their forever homes, including many currently available at the Center. 

Here are some ways that you can help cats during this special month:

1.   Adopt -  The Mission Viejo Animal Services Center has reduced adoption fees for all kittens until June 7 and for most adult cats through the entire month of June. Come to the shelter to meet the amazing cats and kittens waiting for their new families.

2.   Donate - The Mission Viejo Animal Services Center has a wish list of needed items.  Donating any of these items is a great help to the animals awaiting their new homes.

3.   Foster -  The Center has an extensive foster program for kittens, and new foster parents are always needed

4.  Spay and Neuter - SpayUSA reported that an unspayed female cat, her mate, and all of their offspring could produce as many as 370,000 cats in as little as 7 years! Contact the Center for a referral to a local low cost spay/neuter clinic.

Can I communicate with my pets while away?

If I think of my cats while I'm away on vacation and send them love, will they be able to receive my communication? 

Yes, absolutely!  In your mind, say their names so your intention goes to them specifically and tell them whatever makes your heart sing.  Have a wonderful trip!

Casting Call for all Cat Lovers!

Los Angeles Production Studio

NOW CASTING for Non-Airing Pilot for

CAT GAME SHOW – the ULTIMATE Cat People!

You don’t just love your cat, you are connected to your cat.You know what Fluffy needs, what Fluffy wants, and what Fluffy is doing even when you aren’t around.

You laugh when your friends talk about their dogs, because they can never understand how deep a relationship with a cat can be.

You… are a cat person. And we want you for our cat competition game show to showcase your connection with your cat!

Email casting dept. at catlovecasting@gmail.com to apply!

Skype interviews with your cats – DEADLINE by May 26th.  Contact the above email by May 22nd. Filming will be done June 2nd (no cats on set).