Max a Therapy Cat

Looking forward to 2026!

I'm a bit late for my Christmas message this year. Yet I have good news for Max's fans. It appears that the recent elevated heart blood test might not be something to cause concern, at least not at this point. 2025 has been the year in which I've been forced to make a huge mental transfer from "knowing" Max's every 6 month physical exam was almost perfect to having to accept the reality that we've reached that point in his life where that is no longer true. Those of you following us know he's at the beginning stages of kidney failure, high blood pressure, and other abnormal lab results that have caused me to put him on a restricted volunteer schedule. In addition, the earlier frigid weather didn't help. But I am praying for and confident that we'll be back out in the retirement facilities as soon as the weather improves with time. We've just ended a 9.5 year commitment to one facility and will be shifting our focus to more coverage of the area's retirement communities. There's still many places Max has not yet visited. So, consider this an open invitation to reach out to us if you are within 90 minutes of Lansing for us to come visit at no charge. We're also available for special occasions. Just message us here and we'll get back to you. 2026 will find Max Back On Tour. We hope to get you on our calendar soon. God bless you. I can't tell you how much I love and appreciate you all. It's way too soon for Max to end his therapy work so please keep him in your prayers. I know he was sent by God so I believe he is under His care.

I wanted to take a moment to thank each and everyone who has supported Max over the last nine and a half years.- every person who's taken the time to pet his little head (but don't touch that butt!), who's said a few kind words to him, who's given him any sort of attention when you've seen him. Each one of those actions had a cumulative effect on healing his heart and his soul from the abuse he suffered at four years old. I wasn't sure if I'd ever see the day he'd approach someone on his own seeking a connection but it's been there for about 18 months now.

I also need to thank all of you who support this page. It's hard to comprehend that you reside in 154 different countries around the world, at least. It's truly a miracle that a small ball of fur who doesn't do much action wise, spreads as much happiness among the elderly and staff at our area retirement homes as he can. When I think of all the hours he's committed and the miles we've traveled to make this happen, well, that's a lot for the little guy with three legs.

Thanks must go to the professionals that keep his health as best as it can be including Dr. Lisa Hetrick, Banfield Pet Hospital and Dr. Dave Ramsey at the Animal Ophthalmology Center in Williamston.

Finally, a special thanks to the staff at the numerous retirement facilities that have helped us set up visits to their neck of the woods. It's truly been a joy to see the happiness he brings. Recently I've made a major change in our scheduling and have freed up more time to undertake additional Max on Tour visits in 2026. If you want us to come your way, just message us here and we'll be glad to work out a time to come see you (yes, even repeats this time).

Happy Thanksgiving to you all! I've never been more grateful than I am right now. God bless you all!