Re: Bailey is anemic

2006-01-06 Thread Kerry Roach
Hi Belinda, I read your post at the anemia group...I am going to try to tell you what we gave Bandy at first.. We used a terumo syringe with the orange needle, I think it was 25 guage..it is a 1cc syringe..he weighed about 6# then and we gave him.07cc. The first mark on it is .1 so that isn't

Bailey and OT

2006-01-06 Thread Lomaxturtle
Prayers that Bailey improves fast for you Belinda - so difficult when they are not wanting to eat - your heart just sinks. OT My friend has a 9 month old persian (blue) kitten. For the last 2 months he has let it out in to his back garden and watched it wandering around but a few days ago it

Re: How to pill a Cat

2006-01-06 Thread wendy
Hilarious! --- Steph E Caldwell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Borrowed from COTH board -- How to give a cat a pill... 1. Pick up cat and cradle it in the crook of your left arm as if holding a baby. Position right forefinger and thumb on either side of cat's mouth and gently apply

Re: Update on my cat and moving

2006-01-06 Thread wendy
Kevin, You've done more than what a lot of people in your situation would have done for Marilyn. Sometimes life's circumstances put us in between a rock and a hard place and all we can do is our best. I'll keep Marilyn is my prayers and hopefully, you will come home soon! Good luck overseas.

Sub-Q for Stretch an update on her

2006-01-06 Thread wendy
Thank you Hideyo. I might need your help. I am waiting for an email for Terrence. He emailed me this morning and said the Rx never came, so I called the vet and the tech said that the doctor never keeps an Rx pad, so he couldn't write the Rx. All he could do is sign off if the company faxes

Re: Sub-Q for Stretch an update on her

2006-01-06 Thread Lernermichelle
Wendy, Such good news about Stretch! When Patches had pneumonia, she was not coughing or anything, just hunched up and looked like she felt really sick. She may have had some mucous around her nose, but that's it. I took her to the emergency vet and she had pneumonia. She got Baytril and

Re: Bailey and OT

2006-01-06 Thread Belinda Sauro
Kerry Michelle All, Bailey is still holding his own, I am actively syringe feeding now, and got a total of 125cc's into him yesterday, he was 8lbs. 4oz yesterday and I weighted him before his 30cc breakfast and he was 8lbs 5oz, so he didn't lose anymore weight since yesterday. He

Re: Sub-Q for Stretch an update on her

2006-01-06 Thread Belinda Sauro
Wendy, I'm glad to hear Stretch is feeling better and eating!! -- Belinda Happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties ... http://www.bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candle Light Service http://www.bemikitties.com/cls

Re: cost of epogen/transfusion?

2006-01-06 Thread Lernermichelle
Bonnie, Ask your vet about giving him a dexamethasone shot. It really makes them feel better, even when they are really sick. And sometimes helps with anemia. It may be contraindicated because of his kidney and thyroid problems, though, I don't know. Michelle In a message dated 1/5/2006

RE: Need your help with Stretch

2006-01-06 Thread catatonya
Wendy,I had a cat that was just plain hornery. He had to be sedated at the vet's a lot of times because he would growl, bite, etc... (and no, he wasn't feral, he was just mean! lol) Anyway, I could handle him much better at home than they could at the office.When I gave him sub-q he would

Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

2006-01-06 Thread Chris
This is a Katrina rescue whose owners have not been found due to be PTS on MONDAY due to testing pos for FIV Anyone here have any ideas Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Aaron Sent: Friday, January

Re: Sub-Q for Stretch an update on her

2006-01-06 Thread catatonya
Wendy,In the meantime, if I were you I would syringe some pedialyte into Stretch. In fact, I don't think it would hurt just to pour some into the water dishes so he might get some that way. The main advantage of the sub-q is it has the electrolytes. Pedialyte has those too. The other advantage

RE: Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

2006-01-06 Thread MacKenzie, Kerry N.
Title: Message Where is the cat? Transport available or no? I'll fwd this to everyone I know, along with the location info. -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of ChrisSent: Friday, January 06, 2006 10:23 AMTo:

RE: Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

2006-01-06 Thread Susan Loesch
I asked Gloria to fwd to FIV list - I am not yet on the new one. I called and committed to this kitty if no other solution can be found. It is in the Dallas area. FIV is not an issue with our rescue group - we mix negs and positives with our vet's blessing. If another solution is available it

Re: Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

2006-01-06 Thread Belinda Sauro
Hi Chris, Is this cat at KittiCo Cat Rescue, or someplace else? -- Belinda Happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties ... http://www.bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candle Light Service http://www.bemikitties.com/cls

RE: Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

2006-01-06 Thread MacKenzie, Kerry N.
Title: Message Oh, Susan---that's wonderful news. I have no Dallas contacts, so I'd ideally need to know if transport is poss before fwding. She is beautifulthose eyes.Kerry -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Susan LoeschSent:

Re: Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

2006-01-06 Thread PEC2851
In a message dated 1/6/06 11:40:35 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I called and committed to this kitty if no other solution can be found. That's wonderful to hear... What a sweet face... Imagine, surviving the hurricane, only to end up being euthanized This

Re: Crosspost: kittico........I will take her

2006-01-06 Thread FORGETMENOTPETS
Hey folks I only read half the emails... I am in mansfield between dallas and ft worth I will take her and she can live her days with me. who do I contact? see our available orphans at:http://members.petfinder.org/~TX418/index.htmlKaren 817-453-4888

RE: OT ear mite treatment

2006-01-06 Thread Hideyo Yamamoto
Nina, I have a whole box of Acarexx if you need it - my vet gave me a whole box at their cost so if you need it, let me know. My vet says that it should be fine to use on kittens and directions says so, too but you know me,, I am just paranoid and dont really trust everything I hear

RE: Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

2006-01-06 Thread Susan Loesch
I will post to the group after they return my call - will ask about transportation. Luckily, if all else totally fails we are close enough to drive in a weekend. Plus we have a wonderful volunteer pilot who flew 11 hours to Orlando to pick up a Katrina kitty and bring to us iin Little Rock - we

I will take the FIV cat

2006-01-06 Thread FORGETMENOTPETS
I left a message with kittico.,. where can I email them? that is messed up to put a 10 year old down for fiv,.

RE: Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

2006-01-06 Thread wendy
Wow! What an awesome guy! --- Susan Loesch [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I will post to the group after they return my call - will ask about transportation. Luckily, if all else totally fails we are close enough to drive in a weekend. Plus we have a wonderful volunteer pilot who flew 11

Re: Crosspost: kittico........I will take her

2006-01-06 Thread Susan Loesch
AWESOME!! This is perfect. Contact LeAnne G at 214-826-6903. I called and got answering machine and left msg. When I looked back to get the phone number I noticed an email for LeAnne -- [EMAIL PROTECTED]. Thank you![EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey folks I only read half the emails... I am in

RE: Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

2006-01-06 Thread Susan Loesch
Amen to that!!wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wow! What an awesome guy!--- Susan Loesch <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: I will post to the group after they return my call - will ask about transportation. Luckily, if all else totally fails we are close enough to drive in a weekend. Plus we have a

I will take her....

2006-01-06 Thread FORGETMENOTPETS
does anyone have an email for these people I WILL TAKE THE CAT FOREVER.

Re: Crosspost: kittico........I will take her

2006-01-06 Thread wendy
Karen, That is so sweet of you to take her! And maybe one day her owners will be able to find her. Wouldn't that be neat! And if not, I'm sure she will be happy and content with your love and care! :) Wendy --- Susan Loesch [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: AWESOME!! This is perfect. Contact

Re: Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

2006-01-06 Thread FORGETMENOTPETS
PLEASE: I Know many of you guys dont know me but I am willing to help any positives that are in my area..Dallas/Ft worthkeep my rescue handy please I am trying to get the fiv cat now

RE: Crosspost: kittico........I will take her

2006-01-06 Thread Hideyo Yamamoto
I really haven't read everything on this posting! I am so happy that Karen can take the kitty! If for some reason, if it does not work out, I will take her! Hideyo -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of wendy Sent: Friday, January 06, 2006

RE: Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

2006-01-06 Thread Hideyo Yamamoto
Cool I will forward your posting to FIVcats2 yahoo group, too! From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, January 06, 2006 10:04 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: Crosspost: From Kittico Katrina Cat needs help

FW: [CRF] Re: i found a kitten and ...

2006-01-06 Thread Hideyo Yamamoto
She is looking for a home for a kitten - HELP! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of exposing_nabet Sent: Friday, January 06, 2006 10:46 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [CRF] Re: i found a kitten and ... Okay, you guys convinced me... I took

I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread chandra simms
I have some meds I would like to donate if anyone is interested and could use them. I have a full bottle of Prednisone, a bottle of homeopathic immune system booster drops, a bottle of homeopathic stress relief drops, a bottle of homeopathic nasal spray, a brand new tube of Nutri-Cal vitamin gel

Re: I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread FORGETMENOTPETS
Chandra, were are you located at? I could use all of that for the rescue and would gladly mail you the postage to send it. I am in texas. I have heartworm positive dogs that are on prednisone and go through as much clavamox as bleach around here... see our available orphans

Chandra

2006-01-06 Thread wendy
Dear Chandra, I am so sorry to hear about Buddha's quick decline and passing. I know you must be heartbroken. Losing a companion of 14 years has got to be hard. It must have been bittersweet to have your family around to distract you, yet for you to try to put on a happy face and not grieve as

Re: I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread chandra simms
I am in Dallas, but don't worry about the postage. I would never think of asking anyone pay for the postage. Just let me know what your address is. Chandra --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chandra, were are you located at? I could use all of that for the rescue and would gladly mail you the

Re: Crosspost: kittico........I will take her

2006-01-06 Thread FORGETMENOTPETS
Chris and all.. I have been on a million lists and this is without a doubt the best one I have every joined. The wisdom of these folks and the support they give .. I lurk mostly too since I dont have positives at the moment but these guys are the best. Karen

Re: cost of epogen/transfusion?

2006-01-06 Thread BONNIE J KALMBACH
Michelle, Thanks for the suggestion, but Fu is already on Prednisone to keep his cancer in remission. I will ask the vet about the dex though. My Nina takes it in pill form for her IBD and asthma. Bonnie www.elephants.com - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Friday,

RE: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread MacKenzie, Kerry N.
Hideyo-I am thrilled for you! OK, as you say, nothing is definite, BUT the direction it's going in is most definitely encouraging and gives reason to hope that it will keep going right along that way!!! (Your lawyer's name is a good omen, too, I think!) We're all right behind you--keep posting

RE: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread Susan Loesch
Hideyo, this is wonderful!! Way to go!!Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, Merry (my lawyer) called me this morning to share these great newsabout my court case regarding the pet limit law.The city is going to put a hold on the ordinance portion whichspecifies how many cats you can have

Re: I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread wendy
I still have Cricket's meds. Is there an address on the website you listed that I can send them to? Also, the IR has to be refrigerated, so I am not sure sending it through the mail is a good idea. Please advise and thanks. --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi wendy we do all kinds of

RE: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread wendy
Hideyo, Fantastic news about your court case!!! Who knew?! What a turn of events! Someone up there is looking out for you...probably all your furbabies over the Rainbow Bridge. And probably Cricket too. I am so happy for you. Please keep us posted as to the results of the new

RE: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread Kat
WooHoo Hideyo!! _ .-. ( \ (^.^) ) ) _) (,' / ,' / ( (\( --- me doing my happy dance for you!! \_)\\ )) / , / ( ( ( ) ;) ; (_/(_/ Kat (Mew Jersey) On Fri, 6 Jan 2006, Hideyo Yamamoto wrote: Hi, Merry (my lawyer)

Re: I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread chandra simms
Wendy brings up a good point. The Clavimox also has to be kept refrigerated. I can only think of two options, I have several frozen ice packs, the plastic kind you put in a cooler to keep things cool, so I can wrap up the Clavimox in a plastic baggy with one or two of the packs to help it try and

Re: I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread FORGETMENOTPETS
Thanks for the help wendy I sure do appreciate it for get me not 304 hillcrest st mansfield tx 76063 dont send the IR it will go bad in the travel period. You guys are fantastic

Re: I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread FORGETMENOTPETS
Chandra, how far are you from Irving? we have a petsmart adoption in the irving location Sunday 4005 airport freeway i would love to meet you... would that be more convient? Karen

Re: Buddha, Chandra and Julian

2006-01-06 Thread Nina
I'm sorry, I'm such an idiot! I know you know I meant that helping Buddha cross WAS the most loving thing you could do for him. N Nina wrote: Chandra and Julian, I'm so, so sorry to hear about Buddha passing. The week of him being back to his old self was such a wonderful gift for all

Re: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread FORGETMENOTPETS
Kat that is a really cute dancing body... wish I was that inventive

RE: I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread MacKenzie, Kerry N.
Title: Message The IR is overnighted from the supplier in a Polar box -- so maybe that would work if the cost of repeating the process was feasible? -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Friday, January 06, 2006 1:22

RE: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread gblane
Hideyo, yeaa, that's great! Congratulations on hanging in there, and looks like you (and we) are going to succeed! Gloria At 12:07 PM 1/6/2006, you wrote: Hi, Merry (my lawyer) called me this morning to share these great news about my court case regarding the pet limit law. The city is

Re: Chandra-- how is Buddha doing?

2006-01-06 Thread TatorBunz
Oh my god that sounds like what Taz went through! I did choose the surgery but he wouldn't wake up after it was all over. So I had to let him go as well. Very devastating for me!!! (his story below under Pet Memorial) In a message dated 1/6/2006 9:55:32 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL

Re: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread TatorBunz
YAY I'm so happy for you Terrie MohrTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo

Re: Chandra-- how is Buddha doing?

2006-01-06 Thread TatorBunz
Chandra, Your in my thoughts andprayers. I know exactly what your going through. Do let the tears shed. It took me a year before I could open freely and talk about Taz without crying. Take care and Hugs! Terrie MohrTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for

Re: Chandra-- how is Buddha doing?

2006-01-06 Thread chandra simms
You are right. I read Taz's memorial and it was EXACTLY the same thing. The tumor that we couldn't get to shrink was causing a large bump above and behind his left eye. By the end, the bump was half the height of his ear. I am so sorry Taz had to endure the same thing. --- [EMAIL

Re: Buddha, Chandra and Julian

2006-01-06 Thread chandra simms
Nina, Thank you so much. I am very thankful that you shared Molly's story. It makes me feel so much better about the difficult decision we made to not let Buddha get to that point. Chandra --- Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chandra and Julian, I'm so, so sorry to hear about Buddha passing.

Re: I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread chandra simms
We live in the Lakewood area of East Dallas. I will have to double check with Julian to make sure we don't have any prior obligations, and if we don't, I would be happy to take a quick trip to Irving. What time will you be there? Chandra --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chandra, how far are you

Condolences to Chandra for Buddha

2006-01-06 Thread Lernermichelle
Chandra, When you did not write back I feared he was not doing well. I am so very sorry. I know the grief is excruciating. And yes, you were lucky to have him in your life for 14 years. Michelle

Re: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread Lernermichelle
Hideyo, this is so absolutely amazing!! Yay!! And you have helped others too! Michelle

RE: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread Hideyo Yamamoto
Michelle, I know its a bit too early to celebrate as new ordinance is not still changed for sure and may not be passed but I have to credit you so much for the outcome of this You have been just amazingly helpful to me.. I am so grateful to have you on my side.. From: [EMAIL

Re: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread Lernermichelle
No, you were the one trying to change the ordinance. All I really did was give you tips for a hearing that you lost, and for a court case that never materialized, and helped find Merry. I am so happy for you, though. Michelle In a message dated 1/6/2006 3:42:04 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,

Re: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread Terri Brown
Awesome news, Hideyo! Terri in NJ =^..^= Terri, Siggie the Tomato Vampire, Guinevere, Sammi, Travis, and 6 furangels: RuthieGirl, Samantha, Arielle, Gareth, Alec Salome' =^..^= Furkid Photos! http://mysite.verizon.net/vze7sgqa/My Personal Page:

Re: I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread wendy
Hey Chandra, I have to be at Skyline High School tomorrow for a magnet fair, and would love to donate the IR to Karen, along with the other meds for Cricket. I don't still have the original container it came in, but I do have several of those cold paks in the fridge. I need to go by Boutique

Re: Buddha, Chandra and Julian

2006-01-06 Thread Terri Brown
Goodnight, sweet Buddha... =^..^= Terri, Siggie the Tomato Vampire, Guinevere, Sammi, Travis, and 6 furangels: RuthieGirl, Samantha, Arielle, Gareth, Alec Salome' =^..^= Furkid Photos! http://mysite.verizon.net/vze7sgqa/My Personal Page:

RE: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread Hideyo Yamamoto
I am so sure that your Cricket was on my side, too along with my Garfunkle, George and all the furball babies that we have encountered or have not yet encountered. I have so many sad stories how responsible cat owners had to surrender their kitties to due to this ordinance and I really hope that

RE: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread Hideyo Yamamoto
I also realized that the pet limit law was born with the common MISCONCEPTION that more animals cause more problems and unfortunately, lots of people think its a common SENSE, but its really common misconception. And I have stats from animal care center to prove it (80% of complaints that

Re: I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread chandra simms
No problem Wendy. I would be happy to pick up Cricket's meds for Karen. Just give me a call when you leave Skyline and head over to the pet store. It is just a mile or so around the lake and down the road from us so it will only take me a few minutes to get there. --- wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED]

RE: Buddha, Chandra and Julian

2006-01-06 Thread Hideyo Yamamoto
Nina, you have such a way to express the feelings and I love it I feel so totally agree with Nina, Chandra and Julian - Buddha's soul is still right besides you and have not left you -- so don't be too lonely... I know it's painful to not to be able to hold him anymore.. but in a way, he is

Re: Chandra-- how is Buddha doing?

2006-01-06 Thread Sherry DeHaan
Chandra I am so sorry about Buddha,he was so lucky to be love by the two of you.And for so long,what a lucky guy.He is with my Maizee Grace now.God Bless you and thank you for being a loving furbaby mom. Sherrychandra simms [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Michele and all the wonderful members of this

Re: Jen-- How is Ewok?

2006-01-06 Thread jenmeyer
Thanks, Michelle! Yep, Ewok is on daily pred...I actually took him to the oncologist this morning (his next appointment wasn't until next week) because he wasn't feeling well and (I believe) vomited last night... :( The tumor in his belly is crazy aggressive...the oncologist gave him a round of

Re: Jen and Michelle

2006-01-06 Thread jenmeyer
Oh, dear! How did you hurt your back, Nina? These days I'm injuring myself just getting out of bed in the morning...Take care of yourself and thanks for the email! Jen But if you tame me, then we shall need each other. To me, you will be

Re: Jen-- How is Ewok?

2006-01-06 Thread Lernermichelle
Jen, You might want to stop the pred and give dex/depo shots instead. The depo is instead of pred, and is stronger and longer lasting. The fact that Ewok went two weeks or so without needing another depo shot says to me that he is not near the end yet. I would strongly suggest, if he is

Re: Chandra-- how is Buddha doing?

2006-01-06 Thread jenmeyer
Oh, Chandra...I'm so sorry to hear about Buddha! We're battling lymphoma here, too, and the emotional roller-coaster is really starting to take its toll. I'm ecstatic beyond belief one moment when I can see his old inquisitive, mischievious self in his eyes...and bawling the next when I imagine

Re: Great news about my court case

2006-01-06 Thread TenHouseCats
wonderful news, hideyo! -- MaryChristineAIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCatsMSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED]ICQ: 289856892

Re: Chandra-- how is Buddha doing?

2006-01-06 Thread TenHouseCats
aw, chandra, i'm so sorry. i'm glad that you and julian got to share so much wonderful time with him, and that he was blessed with your love--throughout the good times, and when it mattered so much, at the end of his journey here. GLOW to heal your hearts... thank you for sharing some of his

Re: I would like to donate our unused meds.

2006-01-06 Thread FORGETMENOTPETS
I cant thank both of you enoughI need all the help I can get right now. Chandra, I will have scooter with me just to hang out he is the tiny doxie we recently raised the money for his cartwhat an awesome feeling to watch this boy come out of his shell and play he gets around now like

Re: Fu's red cell blood count

2006-01-06 Thread Lernermichelle
I have been thinking a lot about Fu, and I read the info on the site, emailed by someone else, saying that Tapazol can cause anemia and kidney damage. I am thinking there is a good chance that this is what has happened to Fu. I am wondering if it would make sense to decrease or stop the

Re: Fu's red cell blood count

2006-01-06 Thread Lernermichelle
I should have said in the last email that I meant to talk to the vet about it, or to people on the feline hyper-t group, not to just stop it because it may need to be tapered or may not be possible at all. Michelle

Re: Fu's red cell blood count

2006-01-06 Thread BONNIE J KALMBACH
Michelle, Fu's been off the tapazole for about two days now, at the vet's suggestion. Thanks for thinking of him. Bonnie www.elephants.com - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Friday, January 6, 2006 8:59 pm Subject: Re: Fu's red cell blood count To:

Re: Fu's red cell blood count

2006-01-06 Thread Lernermichelle
Not any better though? Michelle In a message dated 1/6/2006 10:19:49 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Michelle,Fu's been off the tapazole for about two days now, at the vet's suggestion.Thanks for thinking of him.Bonnie

Have epogen for Fu - what to do next?

2006-01-06 Thread BONNIE J KALMBACH
I picked up a vial of Epogen for Fu tonight. The vet explained how to give it to him over the phone and the pharmacist was also very nice and spent some time showing me how to go about it. My question is...is it possible for there to be an immediate bad reaction? If so, I'll wait until morning

Re: Have epogen for Fu - what to do next?

2006-01-06 Thread Lernermichelle
I think, but am not positive, that it normally takes months for an adverse reaction to occur. But I would be afraid that any medicine could have an adverse reaction on Fu, given his age and condition. However, Epogen also takes a while to show any good effects, and Fu is already doing so

Re: Have epogen for Fu - what to do next? (on death and dying)

2006-01-06 Thread Nina
Michelle, I think it was brave of you to put your thoughts into words and send them to Bonnie. It sometimes helps to have others comment on their own reactions to death and dying. Our western society is so intent on evading thoughts about death, let alone discussions about it. Thank you very