Oh
Peggy, I'm so, so sorry for the reason you've had to find us. I well believe
what a horrible week you've had, finding out about the FeLV and losing your
little Thorne. But you've come to the right place---you will not find a more
supportive, experienced, well-informed, and generous group of people than the
folks on this FeLV list. (It's been a total godsend to me.)
First---in case this is your fear---you will NOT have to put Petal to
sleep in six weeks if she retests positive. Many of us have FeLV positive
kitties that are otherwise healthy and enjoying life. And even when they become
symptomatic, there is much you can do to help them. Also, since Flower has
already been exposed, and found negative it's highly likely her immune system
has fought off the disease, and she will remain FeLV-free even though
she remains with Petal -- I have a similar situation, and I've continued to keep
them all together, since they were together, as a little colony, when they
found me. When I had the negative cat re-tested, she remained
negative. So, you may wish -- especially when you've had more input from other
members --- to consider bringing Flower home again.
It's
wonderful that your kitties have such a caring mom--they are very
lucky.
I'll
be sending some info on nutrition to 2 other new members later today, and I'll
add you to the list, Peggy.
till
later, take care, Kerry
-----Original Message-----
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peggy Rankin
Sent: Tuesday, June 14, 2005 9:46 AM
To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: New to felv have questions
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peggy Rankin
Sent: Tuesday, June 14, 2005 9:46 AM
To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: New to felv have questions
This alst week has been the worst for me, I have three cats, Flower
Petal and Thorne. Last thursday we had to put Thorne to sleep she was
diagnosed with felv and lymphoma, she was barley a year old. Yesterday we
were told that Petal is positive and FLower is negative. I have placed
Flower in my father home for now. My concern is for Petal, she is 5 years
old and the vet said she is healthy but positive. The vet told for now all
we do is wait and retest in six weeks but I feel I should be doing more. I
sorry ot say I didnt know much about Felv till now but I am so confused. so
for this is the only palce I found for help.
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