Here is Lucky
He is a rescue cat. He was rescued with 14 other cats from a person that was neglecting them. The lady that rescued them, nursed them back to health. Two of them did not make it.
Lucky made it
We named him Lucky.
His full name is:


All the cats that lived are now in good homes.
Lucky came to ours.

Lens of the Day and Charity Contest Winner

Lucky was lens of the day on 11/11!

This lens is the 1st place winner of the Squid Activists Challenge Contest!
SquidActivists October Challenge for Animals
Visit Franksters lens on the contest at the above link. She has a big heart and cares deeply for the animals that roam our planet.
Thank you Frankster for your heart and all that you do for the animals that dwell among us!


The furball on the couch is our poodle

Lucky making a mess with the dog's food
This lens was mentioned on Squidoo Lens reviewed by Mimi. She has a cool blog I subscribe to, you might want to too.

Rescued animals
Hurricane Katrina Animal Rescue
A tribute to Katrina Animal Rescue..... Especially those volunteering at Camp Katrina, located in Tylertown, MS. and those working at the Winn Dixie in downtown New Orleans. The pictures of the dogs in the water came from various associated press releases after the hurricane. Those pictures were what made me decide to head down to help. Myself, two other technicians and a veterinarian from where I work all headed down, not knowing what we'd find. We arrived just as the camp was getting started. We were the first medical team in the camp. There were people from all walks of life, all races, all religion, all political views. It didn't matter...we were all there for one goal: To rescue and save the animals who fell victim to Hurricane Katrina. The other pictures in the clip were taken by various volunteers in the camp: Lisa & Tammy, Chuck, Carebear, Gonzo, Kimmy and myself. If you see this video and find one of your pictures here and I haven't credited you, please leave me a comment and I'll make sure you get the credit you so richly deserve. The song is by the country band "Sugarland" and called "Stand Back Up". I heard it for the first time after arriving home from Tylertown. It reminded me so much of what these animals went through I cried. I knew I would one day make a video using the song. After all they'd been through...once rescued and given the medical attention they needed they stood back up and were happy as could be. So...this is also a tribute to the resilience of those animals, and in memory of those who didn't make it.
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Our new Lucky cat
We just got him today. We are introducing him to our two dogs. Our dogs are very excited about their new pal.

Our poodle licked Lucky's face. Lucky is timid right now, but I am sure he will feel better. He is going to sleep with my youngest daughter who is very excited about our new pet.


He is a very gentle loving cat.

This is one of my daughters holding Lucky. He is already purring and happy. He comes to us when we call. My girls adore him.

He is still weak and quite tired. He is one of the ones that struggled to make it.

Rescuing animals
Making A Difference
The Starfish Story
Sometimes I think people think they as one person do not make a difference. I just heard my mother in law, who is a wonderful lady and one of the most thoughtful caring people I know, say today that she did not think it would make a difference if she voted.I believe each and every one of us matters, we can change the world one person at a time. If enough people do something, change happens, whether that be taking in a rescued animal, donating to a cause close to your heart or going out to vote.
This topic reminds me of The Starfish Story by Loren Eisley, a story close to my heart. I will share it with you below.
A story about making a difference

One day a man was walking along the beach when he noticed
a boy picking something up and gently throwing it into the ocean.
Approaching the boy, he asked, "What are you doing?"
The youth replied, "Throwing starfish back into the ocean.
The surf is up and the tide is going out. If I don't throw them back, they'll die."
"Son," the man said, "don't you realize there are miles and miles of beach and hundreds of starfish?
You can't make a difference!"
After listening politely, the boy bent down, picked up another starfish,
and threw it back into the surf. Then, smiling at the man, he said%u2026"
I made a difference for that one."
Oprah investigates Puppy mills
Oprah has done some shows about rescuing animals. It will break your heart to see what happens to some animals.
The more we care and do something, the less animals will have to suffer.

Angel Face pet care
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My aunt has a business called Angel Face pet care.

She takes care of people's dogs. She will walk them, sit with them while you go away. She is great with animals!
She massages the animals she cares for.
She also takes pictures of your dog when she sits with it and will give it to the client.
Her services also include taking your pet to the doctor or any of their appointments.
If you are interested in this and live in Southern California or near enough, you can email her at:
Cynthia@Angelface.com
Or call her at:
760-343-4176 or 760-808-2957
Angel Face Pet Care
Services and Rates
Dog Walking 1 day a week $20.00
Make sure your dog gets out 2 or more days $15.00
and exercises even while you work
Daily Visits at least 45 minutes
*1 Visit per day $25.00
2 Visits per day $40.00
Extended Visits at least 1 hr Day Care * Hours 7am to 6pm
1 day per week $30.00
2 or more days $25.00
Overnight Stays at your home
Your pet has the comfort and security
Of staying in their own home
1 day only $60.00
2 or more days $50.00
Additional midday visit/check-in $15.00 Overnight Stays at my home * $35.00 Your dog will become one of the family
while you are away.
Pet Taxi*
I will take your dog or cat to the vet or
The groomer (20 mile limit)
Drop off and Pick up $24.00
Drop off or Pick up $15.00
*Over 15 miles add 50cents per mile
Call for details or to make an appointment.
Initial meeting with you and your pets is free.
She makes house calls and will visit or stay at your home with your pets.
What her flyer says
Your pets are welcome at our house and while they are here they are part of our family. Either way, your pets will not just be cared for, they will be cared about.
Your pets are as special to me as mine are. I sing to them and they don't run away. I talk to them and they understand. I give great kitty and doggie massages and they always come back for more.
I am Cynthia Gilmore, the owner of Angel Face Pet Care. My relationship with animals goes back to my childhood and includes a variety of species such as reptiles, birds, rabbits and other small animals, of course cats and dogs, even a chimpanzee! I have been caring for 4-legged friends for over 20 years. It is my business and my heart.
Help save animals!
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Lucky Update

Lucky is doing very well. He runs around, has gotten very playful. Our dogs and him are good friends. He is happy and purring. He is also putting on weigh finally.
Have you ever had a pet that was rescued?
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- admiralglass admiralglass Nov 21, 2009 @ 11:02 am
- Lucky got lucky:) What a beautiful cat. He´s like to have you. Lovely lens 5*
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- HorseAndPony HorseAndPony Oct 24, 2009 @ 9:33 am
- This was a great story. We love to rescue pets. Loved the Starfish Story.
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- pkmcr pkmcr Oct 22, 2009 @ 4:10 pm
- What a really excellent lens. You have been blessed by a SquidAngel and keep making awesome lenses!
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- kiwisoutback kiwisoutback Apr 8, 2009 @ 4:03 pm
- Lucky seems like a lucky cat! Squid Angel blessed! (and I just added this to the history of lens of the day lens).
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- naturegirl7 naturegirl7 Dec 7, 2008 @ 6:20 pm
- Welcome to the Naturally Native Squids group. Don't forget to add your lens link to the appropriate plexo and vote for it. I'll feature this in our Naturally Native Squids Lens of the Day Winner Section.
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