Funds from this auction will go to caring for the cats in our care. We concentrate on helping cats that need us most. Here is a story about just one of the cats that we have helped. 

Diego had been living on the streets, possibly abandoned, and life on the outside had taken its toll—he was ragged, worn, and tired in a way that went beyond his years. When a kind person finally brought him to a local pet emergency hospital, it was clear Diego was in rough shape. But due to laws regarding stray animals, the ER couldn’t treat him. Instead, animal control had to be called.

That could’ve been the end of the road for Diego—but fate had other plans.

The animal control officer on duty that day wasn’t just anyone. They had worked with our Furry Friends Executive Director before and knew her heart for animals in need. One phone call later, everything changed. Without hesitation, our Executive Director said, “Yes. We’ll help him.”

And so, Diego came to Furry Friends.

When he arrived, he was a shadow of the cat he could be—withdrawn, sullen, and clearly in pain. A fractured canine tooth with exposed roots made it painful to eat, and even worse, Diego had entropion in both eyes—a condition where the eyelids roll inward, causing the eyelashes to scratch and damage the eyes constantly. Every blink was agony.

But that was about to change.

Thanks to your support and the loving care of our team, Diego received the dental surgery he needed and underwent a delicate procedure to repair his eyes. The transformation was nothing short of miraculous.

The cat who once cowered in the back of his kennel now greets every visitor by rolling around and endless purrs. Diego has discovered toys, caring hands, soft beds, and—most importantly—love. He’s a new man, and he knows it.

 Today, Diego is living proof of what compassion, quick action, and community support can do. This is just one of the stories about many needy cats that Furry Friends helps.