DEAR SUN SPOTS: I work with several dog rescues in the Maine. Miles to Freedom in Oxford is a nonprofit, no-kill animal rescue. 

In the last few weeks, Miles to Freedom Animal Rescue has been hit hard with several heartbreaking blows and devastating losses. The accounts are depleted for emergency surgeries, procedures and treatment for unforeseen illnesses. We are asking for help so the dogs and puppies can continue to be saved at the rescue. Three puppies are hospitalized for Parvo and fighting for their lives while their families are waiting and praying. 

All puppies had fecal tests prior to transport. This disease has a three-to-14-day incubation period so it can take that long before symptoms show after being exposed. Two other puppies recently succumbed to illness and never made it to an adoptive family. Everyone is absolutely heartbroken.  

Every donation, no matter the amount, helps continue with lifesaving care. 

Donations can be made by going to the  website athttps://milestofreedomanimalrescue.org/ or through Venmo at @milestofreedom, or Paypal at [email protected].

Donations can also be mailed or brought to Miles to Freedom Animal Rescue, 169 Number Six Road, Oxford, ME 04270

You can also visit the Facebook page at Miles to Freedom Animal Rescue to donate, see updates and photos of the pups, and view additional information.

We cannot thank our community, friends, family and volunteers enough for the love, prayers, support and donations we have received. 

Please share, donate and stand with us to help our animals! — Amy, Oxford

ANSWER: Miles To Freedom Animal Rescue’s mission is to save dogs from overpopulated shelters and areas across the southern parts of the United States while assisting the stray cat population in the local communities they serve. It is dedicated to finding quality, loving, committed forever homes for each animal brought in and provide a better future for them and adopters. For information to to If you would like more information on all the ways this organization saves pets, go to https://milestofreedomanimalrescue.org/. 

DEAR SUN SPOTS: How is the kitty with diabetes doing? I have been wondering about him and his person. Is the cat better now that he is on medication?

I also have a cat with diabetes so my heart goes out to this other reader. — Vicki, no town

ANSWER: Thank you for asking, Vicki. Just this past weekend I got a note from our reader, Henry. In the Feb. 6 Sun Spots, he had asked for advice and moral support regarding medication for his ill cat.

A GoFundMe was started for his kitty and donations were received to help pay for medical care.  

The update I received is a sad one. During a follow-up appointment, it was discovered that the kitty had cancer. He passed away April 4. 

Henry is missing his furry friend, who he had with him for over 10 years. I know all you cat lovers who have had this happen know what it feels like, and I appreciate how you reached out to offer advice and support. 

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