Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty
Yes, but is it a soft canned food (like pudding, cat's usually love it) that she could syringe into his mouth if he won't eat? - Original Message - From: Pam Norman pam_nor...@charter.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Saturday, June 25, 2011 10:31 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty Eukanaba MaxCat would be even better. It has way more calories than A/D. On 6/25/2011 10:02 PM, Lynda Wilson wrote: You're doing a great job! Hang in there!! Get some Science Diet A/D for him on Monday, it will have all the fat and taurine he needs. Thoughts and prayers to you both! Lynda - Original Message - From: Sally Davis putty...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Saturday, June 25, 2011 9:36 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty Sara, Thanks, he is one of my original cats That was exposed ot FeLV. He tested neg got vacinated once after. Last exposure was in 2008 when Junior passed away. I do not think he is positive, but there is that chance. He also has one eye dilated more than the other. He does seem aware. I got abourt half the baby food in him. I may try more before bedtime. He wet himself in the carrier and will not be able to use a litterbox right now. I hope he will stay on the towels he climbed out of a box, so I gave up that on idea. The other cats have left him alone. He was the alpha kitty and like to chnce them. SAlly On Sat, Jun 25, 2011 at 7:03 PM, Sara Kasteleyn skastel...@cicresearch.comwrote: Keeping you in my prayers, Sally. Sara --Original Mail-- From: Sally Davis putty...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 18:05:24 -0400 Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty they ruled that out. He is home but not doing well. They think he had a mini stroke. Sally On Sat, Jun 25, 2011 at 10:55 AM, Natalie at...@optonline.net wrote: I was just thinking, could Bitty possibly have a blood clot where the veins go into each hind leg? Not being able to move, crying sounds very much what I have experienced several times. All except once, was the cat euthanized. Why? Because I took the cats to an emergency clinic (evenings, weekends). The last cat that had a blood clot, was taken to our vet who treated the clot to dissolve - the cat, Corgi, has a limp in one of the hind legs as a result. Some cats are in pain from such a blood clot, others are not. Corgi was a feral cat - I found him one morning not being able to move, trying to get away with his front legs. I cornered him, threw a towel over him and the rest is history. Because I head to treat him, he is the sweetest cat, all the cats absolutely love him, snuggle with him, almost consider him their parent.he washes them all and they reciprocate. -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sara Kasteleyn Sent: Saturday, June 25, 2011 9:58 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] Bitty SallyI am so sorry to hear about Bitty. My prayers are with you . Sara --Original Mail-- From: Sally Davis putty...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 01:16:03 -0400 Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] VooDoo is missing Melinda I will be praying for VooDoo's return. My ittle Bitty is at the Vet now because I found him unable to move and crying. He may not make it through the night. Possble stroke, nuerological issue they did lots of tests. He is not in pain but his mind is not here either. Please pray for my lover boy he is 12. Thanks all On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 5:53 AM, Melinda Kerr msk...@me.com wrote: Hello all, It is with a very heavy heart that I am asking for some positive energy from this group! My son's friend left a door open last night and my little VooDoo escaped. He is terrified of being outdoors and all attempts to capture him only scared him more! We live on a military base and there are no wild animals to worry about and the speed limit on base is extremely slow. My greatest concern is that around 2:00am, he tried to come home and we absolutely scared him to death trying to get him to bring him inside. (He hasn't been out since he came to us as a five week old kitten) I'm worried that he might be afraid to come home. ___ 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 ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty
MaxCat would need to be blenderized with a liquid to be syringe-able. You may also need to strain it 1st but the added calories is worth the effort. For more info you could join the Yahoo Assist Feeding group. http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/Feline-Assisted-Feeding/ Sharyl From: Lynda Wilson longhornf...@verizon.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, June 26, 2011 3:27 AM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty Yes, but is it a soft canned food (like pudding, cat's usually love it) that she could syringe into his mouth if he won't eat? ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty
How about trying some baby food, just make sure that it's without onions. I always make a r=tasty concoction for cats that won't eat - I add some NutriCal, some sardine oil, or tuna packing...whatever attracts them to it. And if the cat won't eat, it must be smooth and liquid enough to be used with a small syringe - if I want a little bigger nozzle opening, I cut it off. When I had an incontinent cat dying from bone cancer, I had a shower curtain liner on the sofa, covered with soft bedding - it really worked out well. Good luck, Natalie -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sharyl Sent: Sunday, June 26, 2011 8:32 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty MaxCat would need to be blenderized with a liquid to be syringe-able. You may also need to strain it 1st but the added calories is worth the effort. For more info you could join the Yahoo Assist Feeding group. http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/Feline-Assisted-Feeding/ Sharyl From: Lynda Wilson longhornf...@verizon.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, June 26, 2011 3:27 AM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty Yes, but is it a soft canned food (like pudding, cat's usually love it) that she could syringe into his mouth if he won't eat? ___ 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] Bitty
Actually, my error, it's MaxCAL! I have found both A/D MaxCal to be feedable straight from the can via finger feeding or spoon feeding. On 6/26/2011 7:31 AM, Sharyl wrote: MaxCat would need to be blenderized with a liquid to be syringe-able. You may also need to strain it 1st but the added calories is worth the effort. For more info you could join the Yahoo Assist Feeding group. http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/Feline-Assisted-Feeding/ Sharyl From: Lynda Wilsonlonghornf...@verizon.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, June 26, 2011 3:27 AM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty Yes, but is it a soft canned food (like pudding, cat's usually love it) that she could syringe into his mouth if he won't eat? ___ 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] Ittle Bitty
I know several dogs with similar symptoms who ended up having TICK PARALYSIS. I don't know if that happens with cats or not but you might want to check. As soon as the vet used a special tick collar called PrevenTix the dog that was completely paralysed was up and walking again. He is now a service dog. Again, don't know if similar can happen to cats and if there is a PrevenTix collar for cats but suggest you check? Kat On 6/25/11, Casper casper...@gmail.com wrote: After you talk with the vet you will make the right decision. One data point is a kitten we rescued a few years ago had the dry form of FIP but was so alert and alive we decide to treat her symptoms till it no longer made sense. Towards the end she lost the use of her back legs and would drag herself around - which sounds pathetic but only if you never met her ... she was all kitten in her heart and would joyfully play and have fun. We kept her to a confined area and cleaned up after her several times a day. Towards the end everyday we asked ourselves if she was having more joy than discomfort. Of course finally we had to let her go. Your love for IttyBitty will guide you to the right decision. On Jun 25, 2011, at 10:37 AM, Sally Davis putty...@gmail.com wrote: The clinic called with an update. Not sure it is good news, but he made it through the night. He is still not able to use his hind legs. He did not eat this moring but they said there was some interest, Moslty he lays on his left side and has a head tilt. Any one here with experience with this sort of problem? I am wondering how he will be once he is home. If there is going to be no improvement that would not be good. The Vet should be calling later any feedback would be a great help. And Melinda I hope VooDoo come back soon. I have been in your shoes before. Sally ___ 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] Bitty
Sally, How is Bitty doing? We had this really funny half-jawed dog (surgery to remove it due to a mass!) She walked around all the time with her tongue hanging and it was the funniest thing (or so we thought.) One weekend, we dropped her off at the kennel. A few hours later they called to say she was having some kind of seizure or something. By the time I got there, she was conscience and moving around some, but it didn't look too great for her. The emergency vet was going to board her for a mere $1300. Unfortunately, our plans for the weekend were really important but we didn't have that kind of money to spare, so I left her in the hands of the kennel attendants, who absolutely loved her. They watched over her carefully making sure she was eating a bit and not dehydrated. When we picked her up, she seemed to be doing better. Our regular said she thought she probably had a stroke. We took her home and for a few days she literally walked in circles and kept running into things. Her poor little head was so tilted that it was really strange looking. Gradually, the tilt became less pronounced and she was able to adapt to her lack of balance/directional issues. She never lost the tilt in her head and bless her little heart, she was so comic. She would walk around with her head tilted and her tongue hanging out, occasionally falling over or walking into things. However, she was always the happiest dog. She lived to the ripe old age of 15 when she had to be put to sleep due to kidney failure. She never even realized that she looked absolutely crazy! Point of this story is that given a bit of time, the symptoms of a stroke can be overcome if the damage is not too severe. I sincerely hope that is the case with your Bitty! Melinda, Fuji, Melinda On Jun 26, 2011, at 7:05 AM, Sally Davis wrote: they ruled that out. He is home but not doing well. They think he had a mini stroke. Sally On Sat, Jun 25, 2011 at 10:55 AM, Natalie at...@optonline.net wrote: I was just thinking, could Bitty possibly have a blood clot where the veins go into each hind leg? Not being able to move, crying sounds very much what I have experienced several times. All except once, was the cat euthanized. Why? Because I took the cats to an emergency clinic (evenings, weekends). The last cat that had a blood clot, was taken to our vet who treated the clot to dissolve - the cat, Corgi, has a limp in one of the hind legs as a result. Some cats are in pain from such a blood clot, others are not. Corgi was a feral cat - I found him one morning not being able to move, trying to get away with his front legs. I cornered him, threw a towel over him and the rest is history. Because I head to treat him, he is the sweetest cat, all the cats absolutely love him, snuggle with him, almost consider him their parent.he washes them all and they reciprocate. -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sara Kasteleyn Sent: Saturday, June 25, 2011 9:58 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] Bitty SallyI am so sorry to hear about Bitty. My prayers are with you . Sara --Original Mail-- From: Sally Davis putty...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 01:16:03 -0400 Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] VooDoo is missing Melinda I will be praying for VooDoo's return. My ittle Bitty is at the Vet now because I found him unable to move and crying. He may not make it through the night. Possble stroke, nuerological issue they did lots of tests. He is not in pain but his mind is not here either. Please pray for my lover boy he is 12. Thanks all On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 5:53 AM, Melinda Kerr msk...@me.com wrote: Hello all, It is with a very heavy heart that I am asking for some positive energy from this group! My son's friend left a door open last night and my little VooDoo escaped. He is terrified of being outdoors and all attempts to capture him only scared him more! We live on a military base and there are no wild animals to worry about and the speed limit on base is extremely slow. My greatest concern is that around 2:00am, he tried to come home and we absolutely scared him to death trying to get him to bring him inside. (He hasn't been out since he came to us as a five week old kitten) I'm worried that he might be afraid to come home. ___ 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
Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty
Hi Everyone I used to live on the computer. Not so much now.Ittle Bitty is about the same. I am only getting baby food in him. I was not feeling good myself today, so finally made it to the tractor supply got two kinds of cat food for him Hills Science for active cats, figured more calories, and Blue Buffalo two kinds of that. Will move to cat food tomorrow depending on how he is doing. He has not been to the bathroom since yesterday. He is not dehydrated at this time. I made him a safe place dark with a blanket over it. I am ready to feed again and yes no onions or broth. I joined the assist feeding group. I am at a new job that has me so stressed. The Dr wants me to get an MRI for headaches for me. Thanks for caring and keep the prayers going. Sally ___ 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 ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Ittle Bitty
ticks have been horrible. Thing is I witnessed the event and was all the sudden. GOod thought. I hope is is a little better in the AM. Vet wants an update and as of now I would have to say no better no worse. No quality of life either. Sally On Sun, Jun 26, 2011 at 3:22 PM, katskat1 katsk...@gmail.com wrote: I know several dogs with similar symptoms who ended up having TICK PARALYSIS. I don't know if that happens with cats or not but you might want to check. As soon as the vet used a special tick collar called PrevenTix the dog that was completely paralysed was up and walking again. He is now a service dog. Again, don't know if similar can happen to cats and if there is a PrevenTix collar for cats but suggest you check? Kat On 6/25/11, Casper casper...@gmail.com wrote: After you talk with the vet you will make the right decision. One data point is a kitten we rescued a few years ago had the dry form of FIP but was so alert and alive we decide to treat her symptoms till it no longer made sense. Towards the end she lost the use of her back legs and would drag herself around - which sounds pathetic but only if you never met her ... she was all kitten in her heart and would joyfully play and have fun. We kept her to a confined area and cleaned up after her several times a day. Towards the end everyday we asked ourselves if she was having more joy than discomfort. Of course finally we had to let her go. Your love for IttyBitty will guide you to the right decision. On Jun 25, 2011, at 10:37 AM, Sally Davis putty...@gmail.com wrote: The clinic called with an update. Not sure it is good news, but he made it through the night. He is still not able to use his hind legs. He did not eat this moring but they said there was some interest, Moslty he lays on his left side and has a head tilt. Any one here with experience with this sort of problem? I am wondering how he will be once he is home. If there is going to be no improvement that would not be good. The Vet should be calling later any feedback would be a great help. And Melinda I hope VooDoo come back soon. I have been in your shoes before. Sally ___ 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 ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
