Billy Costa Mesa Regal Beauty Supply manicurist...

Billy

Costa Mesa Regal Beauty Supply manicurist Pamela Primm saw Billy’s

bony body crossing the street near her home in Huntington Beach and

attempted to help the emaciated-looking animal by calling the local

animal control. Pam just wanted to make sure Billy was safe and

called Community Animal Network to help guide her through the

county’s impound protocol. Cheryl Alderson, manager of vet services,

told us that the cat was 13 years old, severely dehydrated and sick

with an upper-respiratory infection.

It is obvious that someone has loved this cat for many years and

we did not want it to die in an animal shelter. Pam agreed to be the

caregiver and we began rescue procedures. We were told Billy the cat

was available to us “as is” and needed to be released under

veterinarians care.

Cathryn Starr examined Billy and ordered an antibiotic treatment

for his cold and fluids to be administered under the skin twice a

week. Billy’s blood work has confirmed kidney disease, which is

common in animals of that age, Starr said. The condition can be

managed with supportive care, fluids and a special diet.

We want someone to come forward and help this cat. We know many

may be reluctant because of the fear of loving something and then

experiencing loss, but we ask you to focus on your ability to give

life with your love.

Call (949) 759-3646 to help. Or send donations for Billy or others

to Community Animal Network, P.O. Box 8662 Newport Beach, CA 92658.

The Community Animal Network is a community-supported animal

organization linking people and pets through community action. See

other animals available for adoption at https://www.animal

network.org, or stop by Russo’s pet store at Fashion Island between

noon and 4 p.m. on weekends.