Betsy’s Update: Hopeful Turn in Cancer Battle by feeding street cats
A Correction and a New Dawn
First, we owe you an apology and a clarification. In our initial story, a heartfelt error led us to call our brave girl "Daisy" (she has a twin sister and they are nearly identical/the adopter told us a couple of days ago, that we got them mixed up)– but her true name is Betsy. We’ve corrected this oversight across all platforms, and we thank you for your grace as we honor her properly. Betsy’s spirit remains unbroken, and today, we share a development that fills us with cautious hope.
The Surprising New Plan: Less Invasive, More Hope
After a thorough reassessment of Betsy’s condition, our veterinary team proposed a remarkable approach to avoid immediate tumor-removal surgery. Here’s the plan:
Castration First: Betsy will undergo spaying (ovariohysterectomy) Friday.
The Waiting Window: We’ll monitor her closely for 4–5 days afterward.
The Critical Question: If her mammary tumors shrink or vanish post-castration, she may avoid invasive surgery altogether!
Why this could work: Hormone-driven mammary tumors in cats often regress after spaying. As veterinary oncologists note:
"Up to 30% of feline mammary tumors respond to hormonal withdrawal. Castration can trigger rapid regression in susceptible cases."
If the tumors persist beyond this window, we’ll proceed with tumor-removal surgery – but we’re praying this gentle path spares Betsy further trauma.
Betsy’s Resilience Shines Through
Despite weakness from her earlier ordeal, Betsy greeted our team this morning with soft head-butts and a rumbling purr. When the vet explained the new strategy, she curled calmly in her carrier as if understanding this battle had taken a kinder turn. Her trust humbles us.
"We’ve seen tumors melt away like snow in sunshine after castration," shared Dr. Lena Rossi, Betsy’s lead surgeon. "If hers are hormone-responsive, this could be her miracle."
Urgency Remains: How You Can Propel Her Hope
While this path is less invasive, Betsy’s fight is far from over. We must still fund:
Emergency castration ($120)
Post-op monitoring ($25/day for the next 10 days)
Potential tumor-removal surgery ($300 if needed)
Three ways to stand with Betsy now:
Donate: Every euro fuels her chance at a simpler recovery.
→ Give via FSC’s Donation PortalShare: Tag #BetsysMiracle on social media – visibility saves lives.
Subscribe: Get real-time updates on her 5-day wait via our newsletter.
What’s Next?
By July 6–7, we’ll know if the tumors are receding. We’ll share photos and vet reports the moment we have answers. If they fade, Betsy’s recovery begins in earnest. If not, we’ll schedule surgery immediately – but with your support, she’ll be ready.
A Note of Gratitude
To everyone who donated, shared Betsy’s story, or whispered a prayer: you turned despair into tangible hope. Because of you, we can pursue this compassionate alternative. We’ll hold Betsy close through tonight’s procedure and cherish every small victory ahead.
For Betsy, for resilience, and for second chances,