Re: Adri and Chema

[Lernermichelle]

Hi.  You will get lots of responses and information! Of course there are things you can do. The first would probably be to try to find a different vet in your area, one who is more familiar and comfortable with treating cats with FeLV.  I give my four FeLV+ cats immune supplements mixed in baby food every morning.  I give them Immugen (available from holistic vets), CoQ10, and slippery elm, and a vitamin mix called Feline Essentials. I also alternate between putting a homeopathic immune support in their drinking water and putting non-alcoholic echinacea tincture in their water. Finally, I give interferon orally to two of my cats, the ones who do not mind being syringed every day.  It stresses the other two out so I do not do it with them.  The very most important thing is keeping them stress-free, since stress weakens their immune systems.   When they get colds, I add crushed lysine tablets to their  baby food in the morning. If that does not work in a day or two, I put them on antibiotocs, usually doxicycline although that is not what is usually recommended for colds (Clavamox is, but I find dox works better with my positives).   Everyone on this list believes in feeding good nutrition, so finding a local pet food store that sells healthier foods (less grains, no by-products) would be a good idea. If there are none, you can order online from distributer companies like Waggin Tails.   Michelle