Support the Voiceless: For a Safe and Healthy Cats
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Support the Voiceless: For a Safe and Healthy Cats

Created May 13, 2026

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by Irene Toquero

Since 2018, I have been rescuing and adopting stray cats from the streets. What started with fewer than 10 cats gradually grew into a family of 22 indoor rescued cats today, along with 9 community cats that I continue to feed and care for each day. (Sadly, some of my rescues passed away last year due to sickness and accidents. I wasn't able to send them to vet but I continue doing my best for those still under my care.)

Among these cats, 14 are female and 13 of them have already been spayed. The remaining 8 are male. Their anti-rabies vaccination has already expired last year 2025. As a solo and single furmom, providing for all their needs has become increasingly difficult financially.

One of my biggest dreams is to create a safe enclosed space where they can freely play, rest, and live comfortably. Especially this summer, the heat is so strong that each day I need to give wet their mat and put frozen bottles to cool their cage. Most of my funds currently go toward food (1 requires urinary diet, 1 is senior cat), veterinary expenses and medicines/ supplements. Over the years, I have faced several serious health cases among my furbabies, including:

- ceasarian (thrice)

- Anal prolapse surgery (twice, January and February 2023)

- Pyometra surgery (August 2024)

- respiratory illness (October 2025)

- Cystotomy surgery (December 2025)

- Aural hematoma surgery (April 2026)

Since July–August 2025, my cats have also been battling recurring respiratory infections after one community cat unknowingly brought illness into the house. Until now, many of them are still having symptoms. Out of my 22 rescued indoor cats, only 7 are currently free from respiratory illness, while one cat is also suffering from a dental issue that still needs treatment. In addition, one of my cats is currently suspected to have FIP last April 12 after undergoing CBC/blood chemistry tests related to his aural hematoma. He needs to undergo the 84-day treatment, which is very costly. He is just one of the many cats that I need to send to vet for check-up.

To prevent the spread of infection, all of my cats are currently kept in cages for isolation and protection. While necessary, it breaks my heart because they deserve more freedom and a healthier environment.

I am humbly asking for help to support their daily needs, ongoing medications, veterinary care, and most especially the construction of a safe enclosed space where they can finally move, play, and heal safely together. I have a small space where I can convert into.

Every donation, share, and prayer means so much to me and to every cat, depending on me each day. Join me in giving them a second chance at life.