Greta's Radioactive Iodine Treatment

Greta is a long-time resident of the Save the Cats Arizona sanctuary. She has become a feral-to-friendly success story coming to enjoy attention and pets from volunteers over the years. On March 1 of this year, Greta was taken to the vet for a general wellness exam and checkup. It was discovered that she had developed hyperthyroidism. Treatment with oral medication was tried for two months, but follow-up blood tests showed that the medication was not working, and her levels had worsened. The decision was made to have Greta evaluated by a specialist to see if she is eligible for radioactive iodine treatment of her thyroid, which is curative of this condition 90%+ of the time, requiring no further administration of meds after treatment.

Greta had a scan at Arizona Veterinary Oncology on May 12th. A benign nodule on her thyroid gland was detected, and the determination was made that Greta is a prime candidate for the treatment! This treatment comes at a high cost of $2000. We want to provide this treatment for Greta so that she can continue to live a healthy, happy life and no longer need twice-daily oral medication administered to her. Could you help us provide this treatment for Greta? Any amount is appreciated!

You can make a difference by donating today to Save the Cats Arizona.

Save the Cats Arizona gives hope to abandoned cats, many of whom would fall through the cracks of the normal "shelter" system. Once accepted into Save the Cats Arizona, a kitty is guaranteed a home for life in our Sanctuary, and the added hope that one day they may get adopted into a home of their own through our socialization and adoption programs. Funds raised above the amount needed for Greta's treatment will go into our general medical fund for future veterinary care for other sanctuary residents who need it. Thank you so much!

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