Welcome to 13th St. Cat Rescue

♥ Becky
Sadly, our little Becky unexpectedly passed over the Rainbow Bridge, 5/5/11, after a brief downturn in her “normal lifestyle”. The vet suspected liver infection and electrolyte imbalance and we brought her home to treat her, but as soon as we got her home, back in her space, she passed away. We’re sure at the Rainbow Bridge she’s met up with her little brother, Pumpkin, who passed away in ‘07 at only 1 month of age, with the same odd medical condition, before we knew as much about controlling it. It’s certain the two of them are happy to be reunited and seizure-free, and are playing, especially tag - something Becky never was able to learn to do. They always loved each other as kittens, and they’ll be waiting at the Rainbow Bridge for the rest of their litter siblings, who were healthy; for Dan, Janice and Ann who always tried so hard to take good care of Becky; and for all the kind folks who supported Becky through the years, always wishing her the best. May every moment for Becky now be nothing but healthy and fun. Sept 01, 2007 - May 5, 2011

Jack
Jack was found wandering a neighborhood when someone noticed he had an wounded eye and asked us to help. His injured eye needed to be removed and his foster home nicknamed him - "One eye'd Jack". He was a very sweet and friendly boy, who clearly deserved a much better life than wandering the streets alone.
Sadly and unexpectedly, Jack developed a growth on his jawbone which was pushing on his windpipe. Given his FIV+ status, the difficult decision was made that it was best not to put him through any more stress or treatments.
Though he wasn't with us long, his foster home misses him dearly, and so do his foster roomate kitty-friends.
It's nice 13th St Cats was able to give him what turned out to be his last months off the streets, in less pain, and a comfortable living situation he seemed to enjoy.

Homie
Words cannot express the sadness of losing Homie. He was a very special kitty to his foster mom. Losing him was very difficult and she misses him dearly.

DeDe
DeDe was with our group for almost a year. Her person had died and she became homeless. She always meowed a hello when you walked into the room. She was very tolerant of all her roomates over the year- esp Esme- her look alike friend- who always wanted to play and disturb DeDe's slumber. She was ill for a few months as we struggled to find out the reason for her distress. She was put to sleep in my arms last week - she was developing FIP and there was nothing more we could do for her except to release her from these sad circumstances. She was a sweet soul and we will all miss her

Bunny
We have sad news to share with friends of the 13th Cats family. Our Bunny was diagnosed with cancer. We thought she might have a little more time with us, but sadly she has crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. Since getting sick, her main joy in life was curling up on her foster's bed, and in particular sleeping on her foster's head and purring all night long. We'll miss you Bunny.