Re: Check out Clumping Clay Kitty Litters and Your Cat's Health

2006-07-05 Thread Gina WN
Does anyone have any information about Feline Pine?   GinaTad Burnett <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I have heard that a problem with corn litter is that dogs can't eat just one !!!And some have been hospitalized from eating too muchTad[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Yes, I have to say I found t

Re: this groups is so much nicer than other groups!

2006-07-06 Thread Gina WN
I just wanted to tell you all that when I first found out Pippin had a faint positive FeLV test result I thought it was an automatic death sentence.  If not for what I have learned on the Internet and in this group, I might have made the wrong decision regarding her future.  This group has helped m

Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)

2006-07-07 Thread Gina WN
Thank you for all you did for Nina and for loving him.   Gina   Nina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hello my beloved group,I just got the call from the vet. Ceasar had deep puncture wounds that were abscessed all over his body, the deepest around his neck and the most infected on his rear leg, no

Re: Patti could use your prayers

2006-07-12 Thread Gina WN
Patti, I don't know you as I am new to the group, but you are in my prayers.   Gina Nina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hello group,I got the following email from Patti this morning.  I had hoped that she was busy with other things and was just not in touch.  I was able to speak to her on the phone

Re: Alex

2006-07-19 Thread Gina WN
Sending prayers for Alex.   Gina   Sherry DeHaan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi all I was wondering if I could get some prayers for sweet Alex,he is not doing real well and he is at the clinic,Jen is doing what she can for him.He is anemic and just not getting any better.Thanks all Sherry,Ra

Re: I killed Grayson

2006-07-19 Thread Gina WN
I add my prayers for your emotional healing and gratitude for what you did for Grayson and his brother.   Ginacatatonya <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:I just woke and Grayson was dead.  I think I smothered him.  I think 2:30 was the last time he woke me up to be fed.  I had him up by my neck but r

Re: I'm New....kitten tested positive for FELV

2006-07-19 Thread Gina WN
Hi,   I wanted to share a little of what my husband and I are going through as we are in a similar situation to yours.  We are awaiting the second test for our kitten Pippin.  She will be 16 weeks old when she has the second FeLV test on August 18th.    We were not sure what we were going to d

To Elizabeth

2006-07-19 Thread Gina WN
I love your story; it made me tear up!  If you aren't going to seek publication, may I put it on my cats website?    Gina     --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:> I have this big sign out front (not visible to> humans)...that says 'sucker' > over my front door. This must be true, otherwise,> every

Re: Question about food/feeding

2006-07-19 Thread Gina WN
Some members of the list recommended Innova wet food, so I tried it.  I'm feeding Pippin that now and she loves it.  She was eating Science Diet and I, being uneducated about pet food, did not realize that the grains were bad for them.   Gina kandbz_ mom <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:I'm just wo

Re: Question about food/feeding

2006-07-19 Thread Gina WN
Some members of the list recommended Innova wet food, so I tried it.  I'm feeding Pippin that now and she loves it.  She was eating Science Diet and I, being uneducated about pet food, did not realize that the grains were bad for them.   Gina kandbz_ mom <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:I'm just wo

Catatonya and Others re: FeLV tests and vaccine

2006-07-20 Thread Gina WN
Hi Catatonya,   I have some questions.  Let me give you some background information.  Tigger and Taylor have been tested twice in the past for FeLV, seven years between tests, both times negative.  Bob has only been tested once when he was around four months old and he was negative.  Is there a c

Re: My 3 Fiv+ Boys

2006-07-20 Thread Gina WN
I know how you feel!  I am really glad they found a forever home with you. :)   Gina Sherry DeHaan wrote:You know last night I was just thinking that I never communicate with the fiv org.I just love everyone here that I never think to post there.I brought Rafferty and CousCous home at the be

Re: Catatonya and Others re: FeLV tests and vaccine

2006-07-20 Thread Gina WN
I'm going to retest them all before they get the vaccine.  Bob is almost 8 years old, and he's been tested once when he was 4 months old.  For some reason no vet ever ever recommended testing him again.  If he has FeLV, for some reason he's never shown any symptoms.  So far so good.  Tigger and Tay

Re: Ty update

2006-07-20 Thread Gina WN
I am very happy to hear Ty is doing well!   GinaRoxane Baldwin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:I know I don’t post that much but I do try and read the posts. I want to tell all of you who have lost loved furkids including groundhogs, I’m so sorry for your lose, my prayer and tears go out to you. Fo

Re: Catatonya and Others re: FeLV tests and vaccine

2006-07-20 Thread Gina WN
The place where I am going to take my cats for their FeLV vaccines will not vaccinate without a test, which makes sense given what I've read on the list about not vaccinating positives.  I am going to go ahead and wait the full three months before having her tested again, and in the mean time go ah

Re: Our Clack is gone

2006-07-20 Thread Gina WN
I'm so sorry about Clack and also about Miss Kitty.  I wish I had the words to comfort you.  What a shock :(  Click is the only one left now?  He will surely miss his brother.  Sending healing thoughts your way.   GinaTim Lyons <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hey everyone,   I know it hasn't be

Re: Matilda, aka Atila the Honey

2006-07-27 Thread Gina WN
I pray that she finds a forever home full of love and compassion.  In the mean time she is so lucky to have found you.  Bless you!   GinaNina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: As happens so often, my latest little refugee from the street found her way to me. One morning about 2 weeks ago, I went to pic

Re: Bandy update

2006-07-30 Thread Gina WN
Bless lil Bandy.  I hope this works for him.   GinaKerry Roach <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi all, Just wanted you all to know that my lil Bandy is holding his own for now..I did have to start him on the oral fulvicin..and I really didn't want to, but the ringworm has just made his whole head

Re: Help for my Little Girl

2006-07-30 Thread Gina WN
I don't have any advice as I'm new to all this, but I will keep your Little Girl in my prayers.   GinaJosie <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I raised my Little Girl from a kitten 1 day old as her mom died shortly after giving birth on the day before Mother's Day 2005.  So I have been her only

RE: Prayers for Dodger

2006-07-30 Thread Gina WN
Prayers on the way for Dodger.   Gina Helene Hand <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Sending healing prayers and thoughts for Dodger.  Helene From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of catatonyaSent: Sunday, July 30, 2006 10:11 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: RE:

Re: Prayers for my baby Naomi for her final days..

2006-07-31 Thread Gina WN
My heart is breaking for you Hideyo.  I pray that there will be a miracle?  If not, then a peaceful passing for Naomi.   Gina Hideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi, everyone, I wanted to ask everyone one more time to send Naomi prayers and peaceful energy so that she can spend

Question about throwing off the virus and my vet's opinion

2006-08-01 Thread Gina WN
Hi Everyone,   A week ago when I took Pippin to the vet, I asked my vet about the upcoming second FeLV test that Pippin is going to have in September.  I asked her if she agrees that cats can throw off the virus after having tested positive. She said she does not believe so, that she believes tha

Re: Naomi has become an angel...

2006-08-02 Thread Gina WN
Oh Hideyo, I am in tears.  I am so sorry that Naomi couldn't stay longer.  I am glad she passed in your arms experiencing your love for her.  What a gift she gave you, waiting for you, and so many more gifts her life brought to you.   Gina Hideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Th

Sick kitty manual

2006-08-02 Thread Gina WN
Wendy, can you send me the manual?   Thank you!   Gina   [EMAIL PROTECTED] wendy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Marissa,My name is Wendy. I've been on this list since lastOctober and probably will never leave. The peoplehere got me through one of the hardest times in mylife when my baby Cric

Re: Question about throwing off the virus and my vet's opinion

2006-08-03 Thread Gina WN
t 70% of healthy adult cats exposed to the virus will throw it off. maybe someone else on the list has the citations...     On 8/2/06, Gina WN <[EMAIL PROTECTED] > wrote: Hi Everyone,   A week ago when I took Pippin to the vet, I asked my vet about the upcoming second FeLV test tha

Re: Felvtalk Digest, Vol 19, Issue 16

2006-08-03 Thread Gina WN
She is darling! Marissa Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:OMG!  Can we ship Powder across the country to DC so I can adopt her?  Just kidding.  But WOW is she a cutie  :)  Looks sweet, too.   MJLeslie <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Here's little pick-me-up for you all, the other + kit

RE: Felvtalk Digest, Vol 19, Issue 16

2006-08-03 Thread Gina WN
Me too!  We can only have four cats in a residence in our county, unless you register as a cattery.   Gina "Wolf, Leah R." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: It's a good thing that I can have only two cats in my apartment or else I'd adopt every cute one out there and you'd read about me in the new

Re: Patches

2006-08-03 Thread Gina WN
Diane,   I don't have experience with syringe feeding cats.  But, I wanted to tell you I will be thinking about you and Patches and praying that he will start gaining weight.  Is he FeLV+?   Gina."Rosenfeldt, Diane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:  I'm worried about Patches.  The little bu

Re: Patches

2006-08-03 Thread Gina WN
Diane,   I don't have experience with syringe feeding cats.  But, I wanted to tell you I will be thinking about you and Patches and praying that he will start gaining weight.  Is he FeLV+?   Gina."Rosenfeldt, Diane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:  I'm worried about Patches.  The little bu

Archives?

2006-08-03 Thread Gina WN
How/where do I find the archives?   Thank you, Gina Kat <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Diane,Have you tried the raw liver shake yet?Even tho it's primarily used for anemia, it'ssupposed to be very healing (was developed bya holistic vet in Hawaii). My kitties alwaysseem to like it whenever they've

Re: Archives?

2006-08-03 Thread Gina WN
That is an excellent resource!  Thank you :)   Gina Nina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: You can go to "felvtalk" and enter a word or phrase in the search field, then hit enter. Here's the link: http://www.mail-archive.com/felvtalk%40felineleukemia.org/Let us know if you have any trouble,NinaGina WN

Propylene Glycol and L-Lysine

2006-08-03 Thread Gina WN
Can anyone on the list tell me how I can find out if a particular L-Lysine supplement has Propylene Glycol in it or not? Would it be on the label?  I am duh about this.   Thanks! GinaNo heaven wil not ever Heaven be Unless my cats are there to welcome me.--epitaph in a pet cemetery     Tigger

Re: Propylene Glycol and L-Lysine

2006-08-03 Thread Gina WN
le as $7.99/lb. that works out to about 400+ doses! On 8/3/06, Gina WN <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Can anyone on the list tell me how I can find out if a particular L-Lysine supplement has Propylene Glycol in it or not? Would it be on the label?  I am duh about this.   Thanks! Gina

Re: slippery elm bark for nausea

2006-08-05 Thread Gina WN
Another sleepless one :)   Gina in CA "Gloria B. Lane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hey Bonnie - you got that right, LOL. Sometimes I go to bed between midnight and 1am, then wake up at 4, then go back to sleep and get up at 9. It's a riot. Sometimes have to get up at 7:30 or 8am, it varies.BTW,

Re: Smokey

2006-08-05 Thread Gina WN
Hi Dee,   I'm new to the list.  I found out that my kitten Pippin had a faint positive result on her FeLV test.  (She has a second test coming up in September.)   I will share what my vet said.  As long as I keep her litter box and food/water bowls separate from my other cats, she can have cont

RE: Wonderful orange fella near Dallas,TX needs help!

2006-08-05 Thread Gina WN
He's a handsome fellow!  I will pray that he finds a home.   GinaSusan Loesch <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thanks, Diane.  Some rescue group in Dallas gave Ramona my name and cell phone number -- I've often thought my cell number was on a billboard somewhere -- don't have a clue how else they'd ha

Re: (OT) Finally, the long awaited GROUND HOG Pictures!

2006-08-06 Thread Gina WN
Awww, I've never seen one that close up.  He's cute!   Gina Phaewryn <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: OK, so I finally got around to uploading pictures today, so here he is: http://ucat.us/OurRescuePics/GroundHog/GH.jpg http://ucat.us/OurRescuePics/GroundHog/GH1.jpg  http://ucat.us/O

Re: KMR labels - who needs them?

2006-08-06 Thread Gina WN
Does she collect all KMR labels--those from powdered as well as the liquid?  I would like to put a note on my cats' site to let people know.  Does she want her address listed on sites?   Gina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I collect KMR kitten formula labels for Bazil, a 3 yr old special need

Re: Fw: New Tang pictures! Taken today! (OT)

2006-08-06 Thread Gina WN
He's gorgeous!  He's so fortunate to have you caring for him.    Gina Phaewryn <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Here are new pics of my rescue kitty from Greece (the one that was badly abused anddisfigured by having wire tied around his neck), just wanted to share with everyone!And YES, he IS up for

Re: Dempsey,Mitch,Katarina and Celia

2006-08-07 Thread Gina WN
Sherry, you can never ask for too many prayers.  I will keep you all in mine.   Gina Sherry DeHaan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:I know I ask for alot of prayers but a couple of my Sids kids really need them badly. Sweet handsome Dempsey is fiv and felv pos and he is slowly getting worse and I

Re: Need Prayers for Peter - FIP again??

2006-08-07 Thread Gina WN
All your babies will be added to my prayer list..   GinaHideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi, I need to ask you guys for more prayers --- this is just too much to take it right now – but I’ve got to do everything I can to take care of him.. my Peter, a beautiful orange boy

Re: Nya Please add her to the CLS

2006-08-07 Thread Gina WN
I am very sorry about Nya.  My she find peace at the Bridge.   GinaSherry DeHaan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi all sad news,Nya a beautiful sweet felv+ girl passed away over the weekend.She was adopted by one of our volunteers,he had her since march and she was doing great I got to see her bac

Re: Propylene Glycol and L-Lysine

2006-08-07 Thread Gina WN
That's the one that I bought at the health food store.  The price was reasonable I thought.   Gina Belinda <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: This is the one I buy:http://www.iherb.com/store/ProductDetails.aspx?c=Herbs&pid=NOW-00240-- Belindahappiness is being owned by cats ...Be-Mi-Kittieshttp://bemik

RE: Boycott Chinese goods

2006-08-08 Thread Gina WN
One that is keeping a tally of the dollar amount boycotted by its members is called China Boycott Union http://www.buyhard.fsnet.co.uk/   Gina"MacKenzie, Kerry N." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Bravo. The amount we import from China seems to have escalated thru the roof in recent years. We

Re: As always, Patches

2006-08-09 Thread Gina WN
I'm really sorry to hear that Patches will not eat.  I will keep him and you in my prayers.   GinaDiane Rosenfeldt <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: My housemate Gail and I are at our wits' end.  He just will not eat.  We have tried every combination of approaches we possibly can with every combina

Re: Dempsey Please add to CLS

2006-08-10 Thread Gina WN
It doesn't sound silly to me.  You are in my thoughts and prayers Sherry.   Gina Sherry DeHaan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Sweet handsome gray tiger with such beautiful green eyes is now with so many other angels that have lost the battle with felv.It has been a sad week for many of us.One thing

Re: Now Peter has become an angel - so soon...

2006-08-10 Thread Gina WN
What a beautiful goodbye letter Hideyo.  My heart is filled with sadness for you  and for all the other list members who have lost their precious babies recently.   GinaHideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi, everyone, thank you very much for your prayers for Peter – Peter h

Re: Update (long)

2006-08-10 Thread Gina WN
I felt that same way about Pippin when I first brought her home.  I was just thrilled when she had her first bowel movement in her box! lol  I wish you much happiness ahead.   Gina Leslie <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi everyone,   So much sad news on this list this week.  Reading about your

Re: Nya Please add her to the CLS

2006-08-10 Thread Gina WN
Sherry, I'm glad that Nya was adopted even if she did not have a long time in her new home.  The fact that she was loved and cared for in her last days means a lot.  It just makes me cherish every moment I have with my Pippin when I hear how quickly kitties can succumb to FeLV.   Take Care, Gina

Re: Update (long)

2006-08-10 Thread Gina WN
I'll never forget the time my Taylor (now nearly 14 years old) jumped into the toilet!  Thank goodness I heard the splash and ran to pull her out.  Same with us on keeping the lid down because she also loves "toilet water".  Plus we have Pippin now.   Gina Leslie <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Th

Re: Bandy and Inky update

2006-08-10 Thread Gina WN
Happy Birthday Inky!  I'm also glad to hear Bandy is improving :)   GinaKerry Roach <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi all, I wanted you all to know that Inky is 20 now..this is his birthday week...He is doing ok, eating good.  I guess the hyperT keeps him so thin...He is on a small dose of tapaz

OT: Idea on raising funds for animal charities

2006-08-12 Thread Gina WN
Hi Everyone,   I had an idea to try to raise some funds for animal charities on my cat website.  I signed up for several affiliate programs which pay a percentage on the sales of their products when accessed through my site.  I am going to donate 100 percent of any proceeds I receive to animal ch

Re: Idea on raising funds for animal charities

2006-08-13 Thread Gina WN
Phaewryn,   How does my signature read?  Is it too pushy, not specific enough, or okay?  I wanted to include more information such as specific links to the merchants (which they allow), but it wouldn't fit.  I tried to get out the message in the limited space I could.    Thanks, Gina [EMAIL

Re: OT:Kitten love!

2006-08-13 Thread Gina WN
I agree--kitten/cat love is one of the most wonderful things in life!   GinaBarb Moermond <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: oh isn't that just the most heart-melting wonderful thing?? thank you for sharing:)Gary Murphy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi everyone, I'm up early as I have to work all we

Re: Patches

2006-08-13 Thread Gina WN
Diane, I'm very sorry about Patches.  His life was so much better because of you.   Gina Diane Rosenfeldt <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: This morning my housemate Gail and I had to make the decision to help Patches to the Bridge.    As you know, he's been refusing all food -- or he'd taste i

Re: Darby

2006-08-13 Thread Gina WN
They are in my prayers.   GinaSherry DeHaan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:I just wanted to ask if we can add Jens beloved old coonhound Darby to the CLS,she had to let him go today,he had oral cancer.He was rescues by her back in 1990.She found him in a bag on the side of the road when he was onl

Re: Idea on raising funds for animal charities

2006-08-13 Thread Gina WN
I think that's a good idea about putting it in your signature.  I didn't know FVEAP belonged to igive before you just told me.  I changed my cause on igive to FVEAP.   Gina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think it's perfect. Gets the message across, and is very specific. I'm going to add a l

Re: OT: a poem I just wrote

2006-08-14 Thread Gina WN
Your poem brought a smile to my face.  That's how I feel about it :)   GinaPhaewryn <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Someone on another list was asking about if she should allow her cat to shred her chair. I just had to share my reply with you guys, cause it kinda turned into a poem:   " My

Re: Azrael

2006-08-15 Thread Gina WN
That was beautifully said Nina.  I just couldn't find the words for what was in my heart, but you really spoke to it.  Thank you so much Leslie for what you have done for the Angels.   GinaNina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Oh Leslie my heart is breaking for you! I want to stomp my feet and cry at

Re: A poem to Everyone who have lost your little angels in the past..

2006-08-17 Thread Gina WN
That was beautiful Hideyo.  Thank you for sharing that with us.   GinaHideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi, This is something that was forwarded to me from some one from CRFsupport list.. I found it very soothing to read.. in case it helps youto cope with a similar pain, please keep it

Re: Gibson

2006-08-17 Thread Gina WN
Yes, I will send good thoughts her way. Tell her my Buddy is there at the Bridge welcoming Gibson.  He was FIV+ too.   Gina Sherry DeHaan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Could we add sweet Gibson to the CLS? I just found out Jen had to help him cross the bridge today.He was a handsome tabby and sw

Re: Azrael

2006-08-17 Thread Gina WN
I am very happy you are going to adopt another kitty, if not Trixie, then another little angel.  Your strength (and others' on this list) brings me hope for whatever I have to face with my Pippin.  They so need love in their lives and we don't know for how long we will have them.  I just wanted to

Re: OT: Feline Acne, Pramoxine HCI shampoo

2006-08-17 Thread Gina WN
PhaewrynAre you looking for a metal gravity feeder, if so, I found one for under $8.00 online:  http://www.petcarecentral.com/wa-00705.htmlGina[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 8/15/2006 1:59:50 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: His auto feeder is plastic... come to th

Re: >:-(

2006-08-18 Thread Gina WN
Lol MC!TenHouseCats <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: hope you noticed my new signature line--seems particularly appropriatefor you tonight!MC-- Spay & Neuter Your Neighbors!Maybe That'll Make The DifferenceMaryChristineAIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCatsMSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED]ICQ: 289856892Please visit my Tigge

Re: Lenny

2006-08-18 Thread Gina WN
Lenny is in my prayers and so in Jen.GinaSherry DeHaan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Please say a prayer for our big sweet boy Lenny,he is once again not doing very well he is at the clinic and Jen is doing her best for him,she is having a bad week.Thank you all once again. SherryDo you Yahoo!?

Re: >:-(

2006-08-18 Thread Gina WN
Please keep us posted on how Mama Kitty is doing.  She's in my prayers.Gina[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm very upset right now.  I was walking out to get the mail and my neighbor's mail (he's out of town) when I heard a lot of yelling and turned around in time to see a dog going after Mama Kitt

Re: popeye is sick

2006-08-18 Thread Gina WN
I'm hoping that perhaps it isn't his time yet, but if it is, then I pray that his journey to the Bridge is peaceful.Ginacatatonya <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I worked very late tonight and came home to find my Popeye very lethargic.  He would not eat.  I am taking him to the vet in the morning, but

Re: >:-(

2006-08-18 Thread Gina WN
Geez, it figures!kandbz_ mom <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: LOL! That sounds like a good idea, but we had some neighbors here who were in a similar situation and they ended up being fined for allowing the cat to run loose.  Crazy, huh?!  [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Call animal control, your cat w

Re: OT: Re: Question #3: Supplements

2006-08-21 Thread Gina WN
Wendy,I've been giving Pippin 500 mg in her evening meal for a couple of weeks now.  Is 500 mg too much?!  (I thought someone on our list recommended 500 mg, but I could have misread.)  She seems to be doing well with it.  Is L-lysine something I would keep on giving her even if she tests negative

Re: Question #5: Routines

2006-08-21 Thread Gina WN
I agree with you there.  If I always groomed my Taylor in the same place she would definately associate it with something negative.  She is very smart that way.  She doesn't like having her nails trimmed, I have to pick and choose the time when she's relaxed and will let me do it.  I try not to str

Re: OT: Re: Question #4: Litter

2006-08-21 Thread Gina WN
I've been wanting to switch from the clumping but I couldn't decide which to use.  I'm going to give the Sweatscoop a try and I'll let you all know what my kitties think.  I'm going to go ahead and mix it in to start.Ginawendy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: We had a discussion here recently on litter.

Re: Question #2: Grooming

2006-08-21 Thread Gina WN
I'm no expert, but here's my input:Everyone gets their nails trimmed when they jump on me and it hurts! lol  Actually, Taylor gets hers done regularly as she tends to grow a thick covering around some of her nails and they will grow into themselves if not trimmed enough.  She also had a growth in b

Re: Question #7: Carriers

2006-08-21 Thread Gina WN
I don't have a top loading carrier. I just turn my carrier on end and gently lower my cats inside (Taylor mainly).  It seems to work fine.  As far as transparency, that is a new concept to me.  My cats seem to like the security of their carrier when we are in the vet waiting room.  Especially when

Re: OT: Re: Question #7: Carriers

2006-08-22 Thread Gina WN
I like that!Belinda <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:    Sure I bought it on eBay, here it is, I don't think I bought it from them, I paid a little more ($70.00) I love it!!  I bought it when Bailey got sick. http://cgi.ebay.com/RED-PET-TREX-3-IN-1-STROLLER-CARRIER-CAR-SEAT-DOG-CAT_W0QQitemZ28001

Re: To Gina: Re: OT: Re: Question #3: Supplements

2006-08-25 Thread Gina WN
Wendy,   I've been feeding Pippin Innova wet food and mixing in the L-lysine.  She seemed to like it.  I was supplementing with Innova Evo dry mixed with Science Diet dry (to transition her over from Science dry that she was eating.)  Now, she won't eat the wet Innova at all.  She turns her nose

Re: Churchill Please add to the CLS

2006-08-25 Thread Gina WN
I'm sorry you lost Churchill.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.   GinaSherry DeHaan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi we lost Churchill a beautiful big gray baby.He had a big cattitude too,but we still loved him.Thanks everyone. Sherry Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls t

Popeye has gone to the bridge

2006-08-26 Thread Gina WN
Tonya,   I am very sorry about what happened at your job during what was already a traumatic time with Popeye.  I wish people were more caring regarding the loss of our beloved companion animals.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.   GinaPlease visit my Tigger Tales site!    At the bottom o

Re: Bacardi

2006-08-27 Thread Gina WN
Hello Abby,I joined this list for support because my kitten Pippin tested a faint positive on her first FeLV test back in June when she was seven weeks old.  This is my first experience with FeLV.  Being on this list helps me cope.How old is Bacardi?  Does he have any symptoms?  You must be going t

Re: Question #7: Carriers

2006-08-28 Thread Gina WN
Excellent advice![EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think the person who wrote that sounds like a moron. What the hell difference does all that make, in her opinion? A cat that doesn't want to go into a kennel isn't going to be any easier to get in from the top than from the side, they have good c

Re: To Gina: Re: OT: Re: Question #3: Supplements

2006-08-28 Thread Gina WN
that California Naturals makesInnova, so they will have other premium wet foods ontheir website you can learn about. Keep me posted onwhat works.:)Wendy--- Gina WN <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:> Wendy,> > I've been feeding Pippin Innova wet food and> mixing in the L-lysine. She

Re: Please send good vibes to Lucy

2006-08-28 Thread Gina WN
I will keep you both in my prayers.   Gina[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Lucy was doing great recovering from her last IBD relapse, and I had just tapered down to 2.5 mg/day (started at 12.5 and reduced by 1.25 per week).  And then she relapsed again. Liquid diarrhea and little interest in food. O

Re: Bad news about Spencer

2006-08-28 Thread Gina WN
I will keep you both in my prayers.  Let us know what you find out about Spencer.Nina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: First of all, I'm sorry I haven't been able to keep up with the list lately. As always, my prayers are with you and your furbabies.I got some bad news about Spencer yesterday. For about

Re: OT: Need feedback please

2006-08-29 Thread Gina WN
There was nothing rude about your reply.  If a person really puts the welfare of their animal first, they would not be offended by the information you provided.  In my mind, they care more about their ego than they do about Tiger.  They are the creeps.GinaBelinda <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: 

Re: To Gina: Re: OT: Re: Question #3: Supplements

2006-08-30 Thread Gina WN
go, some people likeWellness. I think that California Naturals makesInnova, so they will have other premium wet foods ontheir website you can learn about. Keep me posted onwhat works.:)Wendy--- Gina WN <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:> Wendy,> > I've been feeding Pippin Innova wet food

Re: OT:Need feedback please/Terrie's Computer crash!

2006-08-30 Thread Gina WN
Terrie,I can relate to the slow computer problem.  Mine was a dinosaur until I upped the RAM to the maximum it would hold.  Going from 128 mb to 512 mb has made all the difference.  At any rate, I am sure you will find a good system at a great price.  There are so many terrific deals out there!Best

RE: I'm losing my Angel....Prayer list

2006-08-30 Thread Gina WN
Karen,You have my heartfelt sympathies regarding Angel.  It makes me so sad that you are both going through this. I have wanted to start a prayer list on my website and I will put your Angel's name there if you would like.  Anyone else who would like their kitty's name on a prayer list, please let

Re: Angel has gone to the bridge

2006-08-30 Thread Gina WN
Karen,   I am so sorry you did not have more time with your sweet baby.  I feel very upset for you.  The fact that she was able to pass to the Bridge at home means a lot.    Gina kandbz_ mom <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Thanks everyone for keeping us in your thoughts and prayers.  Angel died

Re: OT:Terrie's Computer crash!

2006-08-30 Thread Gina WN
Awww, poor old guy!  I know animals are abandoned all the time, but it breaks my heart to think how he must have felt going from the comfort and security of his home to finding himself without his person(s), just a throw-a-way on the street.   That makes me realize even more so how important it i

Re: OT:Terrie's Computer crash!

2006-08-30 Thread Gina WN
My husband and I both have life insurance through our employers.  I don't know if that option is available to us, but I will look into it.   Any more suggestions anyone?   Thanks, Gina Evan & Dee <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: We just met with our attorney tonight to draw up wills and establish

Re: Angel has gone to the bridge

2006-08-30 Thread Gina WN
I just saw her picture.  She was a precious baby.  Again, I am so sorry she went to the Bridge.   Ginakandbz_ mom <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Thanks everyone for keeping us in your thoughts and prayers.  Angel died peacefully at home.  I had a feeling she didn't want to be taken to the vet to b

Re: OT:Terrie's Computer crash!

2006-08-31 Thread Gina WN
St. Francis- Original Message ----- From: Gina WN To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, August 31, 2006 12:54 AM Subject: Re: OT:Terrie's Computer crash!My husband and I both have life insurance through our employers.  I don't know if that option is available to us, but I 

Re: OT: Need feedback please

2006-08-31 Thread Gina WN
Belinda,   I went back and read your original message and I do think what Marissa and Kat said makes sense.  The re-wording gets the information across in a less graphic way, but is still effective.  Sometimes really intense information is too much for people to handle all at once and they shut

Question about different FeLV tests

2006-08-31 Thread Gina WN
It's getting closer to the time for Pippin to have her second FeLV test.  I want to make sure I understand which test to ask for.  Is the IFA test the same as the Western Blot?  If not, which test should I ask for?  Secondly, is there a specific lab that I should ask for the test to be sent to in C

Re: OT: Need feedback please

2006-08-31 Thread Gina WN
Belinda,   I hope you did not think I was trying to ask you to be politically correct.  I wasn't.  My main focus was from a psychological viewpoint of how messages are perceived by people.  I so appreciate what you are doing to get the message out there.  I heard you loud and clear reading the in

Re: To Marissa Re: Question #9: Flea Treatments

2006-08-31 Thread Gina WN
Wendy,   That's what I'm thinking too.  My cats are strictly indoors.  Tigger, Taylor and Bob were flea-free until Pippin joined our household.  I've got them on Advantage until I get the fleas under control, then I will take them off of it.  Seems things are going in the right direction since I'

RE: Question about different FeLV tests

2006-08-31 Thread Gina WN
Hideyo and All,   I just called my vet and the receptionist did not know what an IFA test was. I also have to postpone Pippin's rabies vaccine until I get back from vacation in two weeks.  I assured her that my cats all my cats are strictly indoor cats.  Her response was, "Well there's always the

Re: Angel

2006-08-31 Thread Gina WN
Yes, I understand.  My girl Pippin sits by me as I sit at my computer.  It makes me tear up to think how much you are missing her.   Gina kandbz_ mom <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:I just wanted to let all of you know how much I greatly appreciate all your messages of support for Angel and I.  I'

Re: Angel

2006-08-31 Thread Gina WN
Yes, my Buddy visited with me afterward.  It was very reassuring and helped me tremendously.   Gina Marylyn <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Ask her to visit you one night after you have gone to sleep.   She will.  Understand that the visit is real, not a dream, and enjoy it.  You will find a

Re: Question about different FeLV tests

2006-08-31 Thread Gina WN
Oh my goodness!  I didn't know.  We haven't ever seen one bat at our house or yard, but there's always a chance and I expect they need to let people know. I will have my hubby take her while I'm gone.   Thank you! Gina  Stephanie E Caldwell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> I just called my vet an

Re: Question about different FeLV tests...Vaccination pros and cons--input sought

2006-08-31 Thread Gina WN
s?I wouldn't switch vets just yet - you need to find out if the vet thinksthe way the receptionist does (or not).  If it's just her, and you likeyour vet, stay.  You can always devise ways of dealing (or not) with the receptionist.Kat (Mew Jersey)On Thu, 31 Aug 2006, Gina WN wrote:&

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