I'm so sorry, Becky. I'm not able to keep up with the list much these days, so I don't know Moeman's history, and don't know if there's a chance he will rebound---it does happen---but if not, I'm just glad that you're there for your darling Moeman, and that he knows what it is to be so loved and cared for. All mine (4 of them) have passed away at the vet office or emergency clinic (euthanasia), after I took them there in a panic, hoping yet again for a turnaround, so I don't know how it happens when no intervention takes place. I do know that I would have preferred they pass away at home, in familiar suroundings, and in their own time. From what I've heard on the list however, I believe you're right---assuming he no longer wants food or water, he'll become progressively weaker. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you both. Being with Moeman at this time, and letting him know how much you love and cherish him, is the greatest gift you can bestow on him. much love and big hugs, Kerry
_____ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Beckie McRae Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 11:27 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Typical course of a dying FELV kitty? I think the Moeman is dying. I'm just trying to keep him comfortable as possible now. No more pokes and prods, etc. He's content I think. I'm just wondering if you guys could tell me the typical course of dying for a FELV cat? Will he just get weaker and weaker like he has been? IRS CIRCULAR 230 NOTICE. Any advice expressed above as to tax matters was neither written nor intended by the sender or Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP to be used and cannot be used by any taxpayer for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed under U.S. tax law. If any person uses or refers to any such tax advice in promoting, marketing or recommending a partnership or other entity, investment plan or arrangement to any taxpayer, then (i) the advice was written to support the promotion or marketing (by a person other than Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP) of that transaction or matter, and (ii) such taxpayers should seek advice based on the taxpayers particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor. This email and any files transmitted with it are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail.