Kaitlyn Bishop was the quiet force behind so many of Paw Warriors' success stories, particularly when it came to the often-misunderstood feral feline population. Her connection with these wary souls was nothing short of extraordinary; it was as if she possessed a touch of pure magic. With boundless patience, Kaitlyn dedicated countless hours to the slow, deliberate work of building trust. Offering gentle words and tempting treats, she sat with these untouchable cats, day after day, week after week, allowing them to dictate the pace of their interaction. Her unwavering presence was a silent promise of safety, a beacon of kindness in their often-fearful world. Because of Kaitlyn's selfless dedication, many cats who had known only survival on the streets began to understand the warmth of human connection, opening the door for potential futures filled with love and a home of their own – a possibility that once seemed impossible.
The sheer volume of hours Kaitlyn poured into the sanctuary, specifically nurturing these fragile bonds with the feral residents, is truly beyond comprehension. Her commitment was a testament to her deep empathy and understanding of these often-overlooked creatures. To think that the profound impact of her gentle dedication, the trust she painstakingly cultivated, could be so callously disregarded and ripped away by the actions of a few individuals in such a swift and heartless manner is not only astounding but deeply unjust. The cats under her care, who had finally begun to tentatively reach out, have now lost their steady hand, their patient guide – a devastating blow to their progress and well-being.
So Kaitlyn was removed from the Board by the new members who had just 2.5 weeks of experience on the Board. Were they aware that Kaitlyn worked with Charlie, among others, to bring him from feral to friendly? That takes many more than 10 hours per month ... And to that point, these new Board members, how many hours had they put in prior to removing Kaitlyn?
The new Board members, with their 2.5 weeks of experience on the Board, removed Tracie for "neglecting and abusing" the animals. Where were they when transformations like this were taking place? We wonder if Jewel considered this to be neglect and abuse? We can't feature all of the cats who came through the gates of Paw Warriors but many can speak for Tracie and team.
"Abuse and neglect" allegations by the new Board members who have 2.5 weeks of experience on the Board. Why didn't they help? Why didn't they report to authorities? Perhaps because 5 lucky kitties reported that they saw and experienced none of the allegations. Indeed, quite the opposite ...
Tracie, the founder of Paw Warriors, and her dedicated team of volunteers, were known for proper and good care of the animals enlisted to them. The property was regularly inspected by the county, as required by law, and no investigations were ever opened or charged.