Helfer Wellness Fund Blog

Momo, a 13-year-old cat, was surrendered to RAPS by residents of the City of Richmond who refused to care for their long-time companion. That same day, another senior cat strayed through an open patio door of a Richmond home. Unfortunately, both cats required significant medical care. The stray, named Velcro, had an ingrown nail that was causing him an incredible amount of pain. Just a small surgery put him right. We had bloodwork done on both cats and learned that Momo requires lifelong medication for a thyroid problem. She is quite scared about being brought to a strange environment by her previous owners. The best place for a senior cat is a loving home, so we are hoping that these two animals will be adopted one day. To sponsor Momo or her friend, check out the information on sponsoring a cat.

Creampuff is a very special cat. She's quite elderly, and hence resides in a cozy living area where she can roam free. She lives in the Kitten Trailer at the RAPS Cat Sanctuary.

Creampuff requires special care and medicine on a regular basis. Even though she doesn't live in a person's home, her purpose is to watch over the kittens and greets the visitors in the Kitten Trailer. And she does just that.

Thanks to the Helfer Wellness Fund, RAPS can care for cats like Creampuff who, despite the costly care they require, hold a much cherished position at the RAPS Cat Sanctuary.