Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt)
Wow, where do you live?!? That is freaking high! -Original Message- From: Emeraldkittee [mailto:emeraldkit...@yahoo.com] Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2011 7:49 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) I think so, but that's the norm around here. $105 total blood panel $225 IFA $225 Western Blot $34 urine test/cystocentsis $17 fecal $50 exam I think I just figured out why I don't get to Hawaii much ;) ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt)
Chicago. I need to move to get better kitty prices! --- On Fri, 1/21/11, POTT, BEVERLY p...@mailbox.sc.edu wrote: From: POTT, BEVERLY p...@mailbox.sc.edu Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Friday, January 21, 2011, 12:07 PM Wow, where do you live?!? That is freaking high! -Original Message- From: Emeraldkittee [mailto:emeraldkit...@yahoo.com] Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2011 7:49 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) I think so, but that's the norm around here. $105 total blood panel $225 IFA $225 Western Blot $34 urine test/cystocentsis $17 fecal $50 exam I think I just figured out why I don't get to Hawaii much ;) ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
[Felvtalk] Azure-cat on borrowed time in TX
Anyone on this list know who posted this on bemikitties – kitty’s name is Azure? Says the kitty is set to be euthanized. They only gave the shelter number. I thought it was a rescue group. The kitty only had a snap test. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt)
Do they have Care Credit in your area? That is what I use. Depending on the amount, you have 3, 6, 10 or 12 months to pay. If you pay within the promoitonal period, you avoid interest charges. Lot of times it is easier to pay $100 a month than $600 at one time. Emeraldkittee emeraldkit...@yahoo.com wrote: I think so, but that's the norm around here. $105 total blood panel $225 IFA $225 Western Blot $34 urine test/cystocentsis $17 fecal $50 exam I think I just figured out why I don't get to Hawaii much ;) --- On Thu, 1/20/11, W wendy2...@yahoo.com wrote: From: W wendy2...@yahoo.com Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Thursday, January 20, 2011, 3:58 PM Isn't $600 a bit expensive??? Wow! Sent from my iPhone On Jan 20, 2011, at 1:04 PM, Emeraldkittee emeraldkit...@yahoo.com wrote: Hey Natalie and everyone, I know, just for me to take this guy and do everything it would be over $600 ($750 for a home visit) – and I just can’t do that with all my own special needs babies. I completely thought she was affiliated with a rescue group and I could do this at a discount. The $600 would be full blood panel, exam, fecal, check urine, western blot and IFA. I’m going to call the woman who referred me and see if we can do something under her rescue group. My vet works with a group but they won’t let me process him under their name. even with a donation. --- On Thu, 1/20/11, Natalie at...@optonline.net wrote: From: Natalie at...@optonline.net Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Thursday, January 20, 2011, 7:53 AM First of all, instead of sedating the cat to use a carrier (can't be that bad), spray some Feliway into it about 1/2 hr before; add some catnip to the bedding, and maybe a treat or two. I suspect that the problem with vet(s) could be non-paymentthat's what I usually come across with people who rescue on their own and don't get a price-break, getting themselves into a hole and switch vets all the time (unless it was an incompetent vet). I would just take the cat to a vet ASAP, that's the only way to get some definitive answers about the cat's health. Is the cat neutered? I bet he's not masturbating - it's probably something completely different - maybe sucking on fabric, etc. Natalie -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Emeraldkittee Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2011 9:27 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) An acquaintance in rescue put me in touch with a person whose dying relative has a supposed double positive- FeLV and FIV. She can't take him because of the amount of other pets the relative has and will add to her own bunch. We've had a few conversations. I have been told the following: the kitty hasn't seen a vet in 2 yrs, hasn't had a check up in over 4, has always been very thin, gets overstimulated, masturbates on his bed (I mention because to me it's behavioral/lonely/frustrated); has escaped from the room he's in and never attacks the other cats. The kitty is around 5 or 6 and has been in supposed perfect health. There's never been an IFA or Western Blot. I don't feel comfortable bringing a kitty in without some knowledge of their health - I offered to pay for a check up and IFA, and said we could certainly use their vet. She mentioned she no longer goes to that vet and didn't know 'who we could use' but knows some 'dr who can draw blood'. Today she said she doesn't want to make that dr mad (?) and wants her permission to do the IFA . I offered to send a home visit vet, but she 'doesn't know'. It's not a problem with this home, because I am invited there. When I offered to take the kitty to a vet myself she said he doesn't like carriers and might need a shot to be sedated. That wasn't mentioned the first few conversations. Stating the obvious, this is not making sense to me. I know this person is overwhelmed with alot of big life issues, and I can appreciate that. BUT. I am going to meet this kitty to see how I can help/what the situation is, but why would someone resist this chance for care, even if it doesn't lead to an adoption? She did agree it's possible he'd come up negative, but doesn't know about doing this. I did meet another kitty I know I want to adopt but these illogical conversations and this cat have been weighing on my mind and I feel I need to see what's going on. I got the impression there was a problem with the vet she originally used, like she can't go back. Most people this deep into rescue have a vet or two they know and useso, what is the real story? How can I best help... Thanks, I really
Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt)
If he has issues with the carrier, try putting his bed or some familiar thing in first. That might help him feel safer in the carrier. My go in it, but I have 2 who say NONO all the way to the vet. Only on the way home do they sit in silence. POTT wrote: Wow, sounds like she has issues- what kind, who knows? See if your vet will give you an ace promazine (or something similar) to give the cat, so that you can get it in the carrier (provided the woman lets you take it anywhere!). Since he's stuck in a room, he can't really hide when the sedation starts to take effect. Poor kitty. He sounds absolutely miserable. :-( Alternatively, I can go to the house and steal the cat for you, if you like... (haha! Just kidding ;-)) -Original Message- From: Emeraldkittee [mailto:emeraldkit...@yahoo.com] Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2011 9:27 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) An acquaintance in rescue put me in touch with a person whose dying relative has a supposed double positive- FeLV and FIV. She can't take him because of the amount of other pets the relative has and will add to her own bunch. We've had a few conversations. I have been told the following: the kitty hasn't seen a vet in 2 yrs, hasn't had a check up in over 4, has always been very thin, gets overstimulated, masturbates on his bed (I mention because to me it's behavioral/lonely/frustrated); has escaped from the room he's in and never attacks the other cats. The kitty is around 5 or 6 and has been in supposed perfect health. There's never been an IFA or Western Blot. I don't feel comfortable bringing a kitty in without some knowledge of their health - I offered to pay for a check up and IFA, and said we could certainly use their vet. She mentioned she no longer goes to that vet and didn't know 'who we could use' but knows some 'dr who can draw blood'. Today she said she doesn't want to make that dr mad (?) and wants her permission to do the IFA . I offered to send a home visit vet, but she 'doesn't know'. It's not a problem with this home, because I am invited there. When I offered to take the kitty to a vet myself she said he doesn't like carriers and might need a shot to be sedated. That wasn't mentioned the first few conversations. Stating the obvious, this is not making sense to me. I know this person is overwhelmed with alot of big life issues, and I can appreciate that. BUT. I am going to meet this kitty to see how I can help/what the situation is, but why would someone resist this chance for care, even if it doesn't lead to an adoption? She did agree it's possible he'd come up negative, but doesn't know about doing this. I did meet another kitty I know I want to adopt but these illogical conversations and this cat have been weighing on my mind and I feel I need to see what's going on. I got the impression there was a problem with the vet she originally used, like she can't go back. Most people this deep into rescue have a vet or two they know and useso, what is the real story? How can I best help... Thanks, I really appreciate any opinions or guidance from all your varied experience. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
[Felvtalk] FeLV+siamese mix to be euth in Austin, TX
hi all - been talking to this volunteer all afternoon. I called this shelter and they won't work with me since I'm out of state. Been trying to help get this kitty pulledhere's Sherri's email to another group. Anyone in Austin on this list or know of any resources? Kitty only had two snaps, no IFA. I called and offer to pay for that but they won't do it. Obviously, I want to adopt locally, but when this came to my attention, I want to stop a pointless death...any networking ideas? thanks!! - Shannon in Chicago SHERI'S EMAIL: Hi all, I'm new to this group and I'm not accustomed to posting begging for help to save an animal but I am a volunteer with the local shelter and we are trying to get Azure out of the shelter as soon as possible. He was dropped off at the shelter stating that he had been diagnosed as being FeLv+. The shelter's policy is to euthanize these poor animals (We are not yet 100% no kill but hoping to be very soon). If we can get him adopted, then no euthanasia will be necessary. He is not sick nor does he demonstrate bad behavior so there is no reason he should be put down. Please see his video and information. Town Lake Animal Shelter requests any potential adopters to adopt in person. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nqhg-rUnNYU http://www.petharbor.com/pet.asp?uaid=ASTN.A591900 Thanks for allowing me to post! Sherri sherri_dun...@hotmail.com ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
[Felvtalk] anyone used a pet transport service?
just wondering if anyone has experiences with these services out therePet Airways doesn't have alot of hubs yet - but pet transport vans like Paws n Claws - what are your thoughts? any recommedations? ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] anyone used a pet transport service?
there are many of them out there, operation roger, pilots for paws and others, i have never used any of them yet but im sure we will soon Michael Johnson Founder/Owner Second Chance Meows A FeLV Sanctuary From: Emeraldkittee emeraldkit...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Fri, January 21, 2011 5:53:50 PM Subject: [Felvtalk] anyone used a pet transport service? just wondering if anyone has experiences with these services out therePet Airways doesn't have alot of hubs yet - but pet transport vans like Paws n Claws - what are your thoughts? any recommedations? ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] anyone used a pet transport service?
thanks, Michael. Fascinating!I never knew about them, just googled the words and so much came up. --- On Fri, 1/21/11, Second Chance Meows secondchanceme...@yahoo.com wrote: From: Second Chance Meows secondchanceme...@yahoo.com Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] anyone used a pet transport service? To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Friday, January 21, 2011, 8:01 PM there are many of them out there, operation roger, pilots for paws and others, i have never used any of them yet but im sure we will soon Michael Johnson Founder/Owner Second Chance Meows A FeLV Sanctuary From: Emeraldkittee emeraldkit...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Fri, January 21, 2011 5:53:50 PM Subject: [Felvtalk] anyone used a pet transport service? just wondering if anyone has experiences with these services out therePet Airways doesn't have alot of hubs yet - but pet transport vans like Paws n Claws - what are your thoughts? any recommedations? ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] FeLV playing paws under door with non FeLV cats
Dana, FIV is primarily transmitted by sexual intercourse and bite wounds. How old are your kitties? As far as FeLV, Cats begin to develop a natural immunity as they age, after the first year of their lives. I would recommend keeping your kitties up to date with their FeLV vaccine. There is still always some risk as each cat is different but the risk is relatively small. Touching paws in highly unlikely to spread the virus. It is incredibly fragile in a dry environment and is said to last only hours and when wet last only for days. I would talk to your vet for tips on introducing them together and to make sure your kitties are properly vaccinated. I hope this helps. Good luck! Tanya --- On Wed, 1/19/11, Barb Moermond mr_mok...@yahoo.com wrote: From: Barb Moermond mr_mok...@yahoo.com Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] FeLV playing paws under door with non FeLV cats To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Wednesday, January 19, 2011, 5:44 PM I think your precautions aren't necessary if your neg is up to date with vaccinations. I wouldn't be worried at all and would think about starting to introduce them properly. Barb+Smoky the House Puma+El Bandito Malito My cat the clown: paying no mind to whom he should impress. Merely living his life, doing what pleases him, and making me smile. - Anonymous From: dana giordano giordano.d...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wed, January 19, 2011 3:30:56 PM Subject: [Felvtalk] FeLV playing paws under door with non FeLV cats My kitties have suddenly begun playing paws under the door of my rescued IFA positive FeLV cat and I'm wondering how worried I should be? I'm kind of worried but it seems he likes to do this and I don't want to take it away from him as it's his only kitty interaction - he hasn't had any or been interested - since I caught him a year ago. Their paws can't get all the way under the door - the gap is about a half inch high - but they get about halfway and he can get about halfway, so I think they do touch, even if it's only for a moment. I wash everything separately, and I wear flip flops in his room (although I leave them outside the door. :() I don't change clothes after playing with him, but I do wash my hands/arms. He's about 10 years old, from what the neighborhood people have told me, and he's been confirmed IFA positive FeLV and FIV positive since I rescued him a year ago. I can see he's been feeling better and better and getting more energetic as I've dewormed him, along with steady food/water/care. So I imagine he may start trying to instigate paws himself, soon. He's got a window but even that gets old, I imagine. Anyone have any thoughts on how much increased risk there is /concern I should have with playing paws? Dana ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] anyone used a pet transport service?
Have worked w. both Operation Roger Pilot n Paws to transport dogs they are great! -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Emeraldkittee Sent: Friday, January 21, 2011 8:54 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] anyone used a pet transport service? just wondering if anyone has experiences with these services out therePet Airways doesn't have alot of hubs yet - but pet transport vans like Paws n Claws - what are your thoughts? any recommedations? ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt)
Emeraldkittee, any update on the boy cat? I know you met him. Wondering why you felt it wasn't a match? Love animals: God has given them the rudiments of thought and joy untroubled. Do not trouble their joy, don't harass them, don't deprive them of their happiness, don't work against God's intent. Man, do not pride yourself on superiority to animals; they are without sin, and you, with your greatness, defile the earth by your appearance on it, and leave the traces of your foulness after you - alas, it is true of almost every one of us!~Fyodor Dostoyevsky -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of dlg...@windstream.net Sent: Friday, January 21, 2011 4:47 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc: POTT, BEVERLY Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) If he has issues with the carrier, try putting his bed or some familiar thing in first. That might help him feel safer in the carrier. My go in it, but I have 2 who say NONO all the way to the vet. Only on the way home do they sit in silence. POTT wrote: Wow, sounds like she has issues- what kind, who knows? See if your vet will give you an ace promazine (or something similar) to give the cat, so that you can get it in the carrier (provided the woman lets you take it anywhere!). Since he's stuck in a room, he can't really hide when the sedation starts to take effect. Poor kitty. He sounds absolutely miserable. :-( Alternatively, I can go to the house and steal the cat for you, if you like... (haha! Just kidding ;-)) -Original Message- From: Emeraldkittee [mailto:emeraldkit...@yahoo.com] Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2011 9:27 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) An acquaintance in rescue put me in touch with a person whose dying relative has a supposed double positive- FeLV and FIV. She can't take him because of the amount of other pets the relative has and will add to her own bunch. We've had a few conversations. I have been told the following: the kitty hasn't seen a vet in 2 yrs, hasn't had a check up in over 4, has always been very thin, gets overstimulated, masturbates on his bed (I mention because to me it's behavioral/lonely/frustrated); has escaped from the room he's in and never attacks the other cats. The kitty is around 5 or 6 and has been in supposed perfect health. There's never been an IFA or Western Blot. I don't feel comfortable bringing a kitty in without some knowledge of their health - I offered to pay for a check up and IFA, and said we could certainly use their vet. She mentioned she no longer goes to that vet and didn't know 'who we could use' but knows some 'dr who can draw blood'. Today she said she doesn't want to make that dr mad (?) and wants her permission to do the IFA . I offered to send a home visit vet, but she 'doesn't know'. It's not a problem with this home, because I am invited there. When I offered to take the kitty to a vet myself she said he doesn't like carriers and might need a shot to be sedated. That wasn't mentioned the first few conversations. Stating the obvious, this is not making sense to me. I know this person is overwhelmed with alot of big life issues, and I can appreciate that. BUT. I am going to meet this kitty to see how I can help/what the situation is, but why would someone resist this chance for care, even if it doesn't lead to an adoption? She did agree it's possible he'd come up negative, but doesn't know about doing this. I did meet another kitty I know I want to adopt but these illogical conversations and this cat have been weighing on my mind and I feel I need to see what's going on. I got the impression there was a problem with the vet she originally used, like she can't go back. Most people this deep into rescue have a vet or two they know and useso, what is the real story? How can I best help... Thanks, I really appreciate any opinions or guidance from all your varied experience. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt)
He was a cutie pie, and I could see he was safe. I want to have him tested (IFA and Western Blot) since he's 6 and never had a problem - I'm doubting he's positive. He does really seem like an only child type kitty too. I am definitely still going to help out with him, and I haven't ruled him out. The fosters I meet with always seem slightly put off by our space being 'just a sun room'. We do have extra heaters out there, but it isn't as cozy as the rest of any house. This lady was concerned about that. She also mentioned her sister placing him in a home with a dog as a possibilty. So, when I heard about this other kitty on death row, I had to do something. I also still feel very very strongly about a one eyed kitty I met. I just knew he'd be a good pal for Whimsy. I was ready to take the only child one if he was truly in danger, but he's not. So complicated. :) I'm also paying for more testing for another local kitty, who could be in danger of being put down. Maybe I'm adjusting too, by going where I'm 'most needed'. I think it will sort itself out. Thanks for asking :) any thoughts welcome... --- On Fri, 1/21/11, Laurieskatz lauriesk...@mchsi.com wrote: From: Laurieskatz lauriesk...@mchsi.com Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc: 'POTT, BEVERLY' p...@mailbox.sc.edu Date: Friday, January 21, 2011, 9:22 PM Emeraldkittee, any update on the boy cat? I know you met him. Wondering why you felt it wasn't a match? Love animals: God has given them the rudiments of thought and joy untroubled. Do not trouble their joy, don't harass them, don't deprive them of their happiness, don't work against God's intent. Man, do not pride yourself on superiority to animals; they are without sin, and you, with your greatness, defile the earth by your appearance on it, and leave the traces of your foulness after you - alas, it is true of almost every one of us!~Fyodor Dostoyevsky -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of dlg...@windstream.net Sent: Friday, January 21, 2011 4:47 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc: POTT, BEVERLY Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) If he has issues with the carrier, try putting his bed or some familiar thing in first. That might help him feel safer in the carrier. My go in it, but I have 2 who say NONO all the way to the vet. Only on the way home do they sit in silence. POTT wrote: Wow, sounds like she has issues- what kind, who knows? See if your vet will give you an ace promazine (or something similar) to give the cat, so that you can get it in the carrier (provided the woman lets you take it anywhere!). Since he's stuck in a room, he can't really hide when the sedation starts to take effect. Poor kitty. He sounds absolutely miserable. :-( Alternatively, I can go to the house and steal the cat for you, if you like... (haha! Just kidding ;-)) -Original Message- From: Emeraldkittee [mailto:emeraldkit...@yahoo.com] Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2011 9:27 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] opinions on strange situation(kitty to adopt) An acquaintance in rescue put me in touch with a person whose dying relative has a supposed double positive- FeLV and FIV. She can't take him because of the amount of other pets the relative has and will add to her own bunch. We've had a few conversations. I have been told the following: the kitty hasn't seen a vet in 2 yrs, hasn't had a check up in over 4, has always been very thin, gets overstimulated, masturbates on his bed (I mention because to me it's behavioral/lonely/frustrated); has escaped from the room he's in and never attacks the other cats. The kitty is around 5 or 6 and has been in supposed perfect health. There's never been an IFA or Western Blot. I don't feel comfortable bringing a kitty in without some knowledge of their health - I offered to pay for a check up and IFA, and said we could certainly use their vet. She mentioned she no longer goes to that vet and didn't know 'who we could use' but knows some 'dr who can draw blood'. Today she said she doesn't want to make that dr mad (?) and wants her permission to do the IFA . I offered to send a home visit vet, but she 'doesn't know'. It's not a problem with this home, because I am invited there. When I offered to take the kitty to a vet myself she said he doesn't like carriers and might need a shot to be sedated. That wasn't mentioned the first few conversations. Stating the obvious, this is not making sense to me. I know this person is overwhelmed with alot of big life issues, and I can appreciate that. BUT. I am going to meet this kitty to see how I can help/what the situation is, but why would someone resist this chance for care, even
Re: [Felvtalk] FeLV+siamese mix to be euth in Austin, TX
I live in Austin but this shelter is extremely hard to work with. Is the volunteer with APA? Will they take the cat and xfer to you? On Fri, Jan 21, 2011 at 4:55 PM, Emeraldkittee emeraldkit...@yahoo.comwrote: hi all - been talking to this volunteer all afternoon. I called this shelter and they won't work with me since I'm out of state. Been trying to help get this kitty pulledhere's Sherri's email to another group. Anyone in Austin on this list or know of any resources? Kitty only had two snaps, no IFA. I called and offer to pay for that but they won't do it. Obviously, I want to adopt locally, but when this came to my attention, I want to stop a pointless death...any networking ideas? thanks!! - Shannon in Chicago SHERI'S EMAIL: Hi all, I'm new to this group and I'm not accustomed to posting begging for help to save an animal but I am a volunteer with the local shelter and we are trying to get Azure out of the shelter as soon as possible. He was dropped off at the shelter stating that he had been diagnosed as being FeLv+. The shelter's policy is to euthanize these poor animals (We are not yet 100% no kill but hoping to be very soon). If we can get him adopted, then no euthanasia will be necessary. He is not sick nor does he demonstrate bad behavior so there is no reason he should be put down. Please see his video and information. Town Lake Animal Shelter requests any potential adopters to adopt in person. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nqhg-rUnNYU http://www.petharbor.com/pet.asp?uaid=ASTN.A591900 Thanks for allowing me to post! Sherri sherri_dun...@hotmail.com ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org -- Rescuties - Saving the world, one cat at a time. http://www.rescuties.org Vist the Rescuties stores and save a kitty life! http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/redirect-home?tag=rescuties-20 http://www.zazzle.com/rescuties* Buy or renew magazines and help our kitties! http://www.magfundraising.com/rescuties Please help Trooper! http://rescuties.chipin.com/trooper And it is the most divisive incivility to tell true animal lovers they can’t complain about it, that they can’t fight for the animals, that they should sit down and shut up and allow the killing to continue. - Nathan Winograd ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
