Most kittens spend their days chasing toys and climbing curtains. However, Bobbie, a playful Hawaiian kitten, is spending hers fighting for survival. Bobbie has been diagnosed with a rare and life-threatening heart defect, and her only hope lies thousands of miles away, at the specialized care center, VCA West Los Angeles.
Only One Veterinary Hospital Can Perform Her Surgery
Positioned as the singular facility in the United States to successfully perform this procedure on cats, VCA West Los Angeles is Bobbie’s only chance at a brighter future. A successful surgery could bestow Bobbie with the life every kitten deserves, filled with playful antics, lazy sunny afternoons, and eventual maturity. This vital surgery is on the calendar for July 29.
Hawaii’s Rabies Laws Make the Journey Even More Difficult
Due to Hawaii’s status as the only rabies-free state in the U.S., stringent quarantine rules are in place for animals traveling off and onto the islands. Typically, cats require two rabies vaccinations spaced a month apart, followed by a waiting period and a specialized FAVN blood test, which can take weeks to process. Unfortunately, Bobbie doesn’t have this time luxury.
Cat People of Oahu, the dedicated rescue team aiding Bobbie, are urgently seeking a special waiver from the State of Hawaii. This waiver will enable them to bypass the lengthy quarantine process, allowing Bobbie to return post-surgery without unnecessary delays. The clock is ticking, with bureaucratic and financial hurdles mounting in the way of Bobbie’s life-saving surgery.
The Rescue Is Racing to Raise $10,500
The pressing financial target for Cat People of Oahu stands at $10,500. This amount is essential to cover necessary travel, medical, and recovery expenses for Bobbie. In their fundraising efforts, the rescue is welcoming various forms of support, including airline miles, hotel points, and veterinary care donations.
“This is an amazing feat,” explained the rescue representatives. “We’re committed to giving Bobbie the longer, healthier life she deserves.”
Rescue missions extend beyond immediate dangers; they involve securing the future. Making this intricate procedure possible for Bobbie epitomizes the essential support needed and valued from the community.
How You Can Help Bobbie
If you feel compelled to aid Bobbie’s journey from Hawaii to Los Angeles, donations can be made through various avenues:
- GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/2d53a8c2c
- Linktree: https://linktr.ee/catpeopleofoahu
- Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/catpeopleofoahu
- PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/3613270
- Zelle: catpeopleofoahu@gmail.com
- Check: Mail to: Cat People of Oahu, 95-1059 Hoalia Street, Mililani, HI 96789
Contributions such as airline miles, hotel points, and matching donations are also of great aid. Every effort to share and support brings Bobbie closer to her life-altering surgery.
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