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Helfer Wellness Fund Thanks to the generosity of Tricia and Tara Helfer, this fund was founded to help the Richmond Animal Protection Society ensure that homeless cats can receive the medical care they need. When cats have no one to care for them, medical problems can build up. RAPS rescues many of the animals from the street, and thanks to the Helfers, these animals will receive the veterinary care they require. RAPS would like to honour the Helfers for their generous donations. 
The Helfer Wellness Fund Blog contains stories of cats helped by this fund. 
Helfer Wellness Fund BlogFriday, August 7, 2009Intensive Care Helps Amber Recover Sweet little Amber has lived at the cat sanctuary for most of her life. One day, a RAPS animal care staffer noticed that she had become unwell and transported her to our vet for diagnosis and treatment. Amber was severely jaundiced and bloodwork showed that she had developed lipidosis, a fatty liver condition that occurs when a cat stops eating. Amber's prognosis was poor, but we had the vet put her on intravenous fluids and antibiotics for several days. She was then returned to the sanctuary where animal care staff provided continuous care, including subcutaneous fluid therapy, antibiotics, vitamins and hourly forcefeeding. Over several weeks of intensive care, Amber gradually began eating on her own and recovered completely. ArchivesJune 2009 July 2009 August 2009 January 2010 April 2010
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