Maize was a 6 week old kitten who came to us from the City of Edmonton Animal Control. She had suffered sharp object trauma to her eye. We immediately took her to our veterinarian where her eye had to be removed. She has healed up great and is a very busy little girl who rules the roost!

I adopted Paisley from the Foundation at the Edmonton cat show almost two years ago.  She was a frightened little kitten who has become a very sweet girl and is eager to be petted and played with as long as it is on her terms. Her party dress is lovely. I showed her, and last spring she achieved the title of Supreme grand master in the household pet category. I have now decided to retire her. I am glad she came to us, as I don’t think she would have been a good fit for many homes, but that makes it all the better that she is with us. We accept her for who she is, and in return we get what trust and affection she is able to give.

Bev Betkowski

This lucky little girl came to us from the City of Edmonton Animal Control and now has a wonderful home with Vic and Irene Ledsham!

Bernie-For one little kitten, a first impression was definitely the lasting impression that saved his life. If it wasn’t for his quiet demeanor and love bug attitude, he might have been overlooked as an adoptable rescue at the Edmonton pound. Although his injuries were severe, he has persevered through a multitude of treatments, bandage changes, medications and health setbacks but has remained the personable loving kitten that we, at the Morinville Veterinary clinic, refer to as “Bernie”. This little man definitely has personality plus and is often found in the arms of the staff that have come to love and admire him.

Halloween was quite exciting for Bernie, as some of the staff, at the clinic, dressed up as cats and they dressed Bernie up as a human. He was sporting a blue hoodie that served a dual purpose; it was his Halloween costume and it also kept him from scratching at the sutures on this neck.

Bernie will always be an immune compromised cat, will need to be kept indoors exclusively and his contact with other cats will need to be restricted.

Marjorie, from the Hervey Foundation, has agreed to adopt Bernie to one of our own veterinarian’s, Dr. N Bruyere, where he will live out the rest of his life in style.

From the Morinville Veterinary clinic, a big “Thank you” to the Hervey Foundation for allowing us to share this journey with Bernie and a big “Thank you” to Bernie for reminding us all of why we chose to be involved in this profession.

Kathryn Chapman

Veterinary Medical Receptionist

Morinville Veterinary Clinic

Sherlock

Sherlock was adopted from the Hervey Foundation. Pictured here with his companion, Miss Austin!

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Meet Patches & Mittens, two stray kittens from Sturgeon County who found a wonderful home!

Liam came to Animal Control at the end of January 2007, only 8 - 10 weeks old. Liam had been badly hurt by a fan belt while keeping warm under the hood of a car. Liam's back leg had been de-gloved and his condition stable. The howner of the car brought Liam itno the facility and euthanization seemed like the only end. On that day, an angel was looking out for him.

Karen, a vet tech on staff at Animal Control could not bring herself to euthanize him while he lay in her arms purring. Instead, Karen approached her director and asked if there was money in the Animal Care Fund to provide treatment through EVEC. Thankfully, there was enough money in the fund and EVEC agreed to provide treatment. Once EVEC looked at the injuries, it was decided that full amputation was the best choice. To veryone's surprise EVEC donated their services and a new leas on life was give to Liam.

After two weeks, Liam was transferred here for rehabilitation and to join many other "special" angels who get to live out their life with love and happiness.

Liam is settled in and doing well.

Pedro was found in a dumpster after being hit by a vehicle - turned into the Edmonton Animal Control by a passerby who heard him crying. He was scheduled for euthanasia on the day we rescued him - his leg was so badly shattered - our vet amputated it. He is the most loving adorable little creature on the earth and is one of our "mascot" cats.

Willoughby was a cat that came to us from Edmonton Animal Control  He had six legs. Four front legs and two hind legs.
This poor little fellow had such a hard time walking as two of the legs on one side were so deformed they were a hindrance to him.  We sent him into our vet and it was decided that the two legs on the side should be amputated and the other two were fused together so did not cause him any problems.
His surgery went well and he came back to us to live.  He was so shy and we worried that we were never going to be able to bring him around, but after much time and love Willoughby has adjusted. Now he runs and plays with the other cats and in general has become a clown.
He is so loving.  We are glad to have him and  we would like to thank the many wonderful people that donated to us to help with his surgery.

Lyla is the resident Canine of the Foundation. By day she is the guard dog, but by night she comes in and helps care for the kitties, giving baths before bedtime.

Hannah came to us from Edmonton Animal Control. She had a severely broken right front leg, where our Vet had to amputate her leg. She will be staying with us as one of our Mascot Cats. She now has adjusted from the surgery and has the ability to walk well without the leg, and is fitting in well with the rest of the family. She is an adorable kitten.

E.T.A. Hannah passed away on November 11, 2007. She was dearly loved and will be missed terribly.

Pumpkin came to us very ill. Apparently she had ingested a caustic substance. After several months of care and devotion with us she is eating normally, has regained her ability to walk and is fitting in well with the rest of our family.

Willie was found on the road covered in blood. The lady who found him contacted us and we made arrangements for him to go to our Vet Clinic. He had numerous injuries from being caught in the fan belt of a vehicle. Through the loving care and hours of surgery from Tudor Glen Vet Clinic he has recovered and found a new home that will allow him to fully recover from his wounds.
Unfortunately, at this time of year this occurs too often as cats seek out a warm place to sleep during the cold. A good reason to keep your animal inside.

Charlotte was abandoned at the Hermitage Vet Clinic – left in a cardboard crate in their waiting room. None of the staff could get near her. She was forwarded to Tudor Glen Vet Clinic where we were able to at least look at her and he decided that she was too beautiful to be put down. Tammy and her staff managed to spay her and she joined our family. We found out that she had been badly abused all her life – for many months no one could get near her as she was so frightened. In the last few weeks she now cuddles up to us and is becoming the beautiful sweet creature she was intended to be.

Tibera, a Siamese cross, came to us through Edmonton Animal Control. His back leg was badly crushed and he was to be put down. His leg was amputated by our vet. He is mending well and has become a loving welcome addition to our family. He loves to play with Courtney, Cricket and Sebastian and is turning into a lovely kittie.

Baby Bentley was found in a cardboard box in a ditch, along with 3 of his siblings – about 4 weeks old. He had a broken front leg and other injuries. He has recovered from his injuries and provides many hours of love and joy around our adoption centre.

McDuff was (one of 4) found in a snow covered box behind a local restaurant. He is growing into his tail – oh ! to have a cat’s life.

"M" was found in a school yard. She was so starved that for several months she was unable to walk on her hind legs. After proper feeding and care she found her legs but has a deficiency that makes her bones very brittle and her legs break easily.

"Snowplow", now Penny was turned into Edmonton Animal Control at about 6 weeks of age. She had blunt force trauma to her head, broken ribs and several other injuries. She couldn't walk or eat and was on the verge of dying. The caring, loving staff at Edmonton Animal Control nursed her and managed to get her to take milk and get her able to walk. Since she came to us she is now walking, eating and playing with the other kitties. We are hopeful that her recovery will be complete.

Millicent (MILLIE) came to us from Edmonton Animal Control. She had a broken jaw and multiple facial fractures. She was transferred to our vet where her jaw was set and wired and her facial fractures taken care of. Millie is now a wonderful, healthy happy cat living the good life.

PS. She is a polydactyl

Theodore (Theo) had been abused and was turned into Edmonton Animal Control with a broken leg. He is a beautiful 8 week old Snowshoe kitten. His leg has been operated on by our vets and he is making a good recovery and has many playmates that he frolics with.