Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Nina, I'm so sorry to hear that Ceasar didn't make it, I was really hoping he would pull through. It is so special and that he trusted and loved you enough to come to you in his hour of need. He knew you would help him in whichever way was needed and put his faith in you for that. Even though the decision you had to make for him tore your heart apart, it was what was best for him, it would have been horrible for him to die a slow, painful, lonely death if you weren't so special that he felt he could come to you. You made a huge difference in his life, so much so that when it really mattered he knew you were there and loved him enough to help him. I'm so sorry for your loss, but glad that Ceasar is well, whole and knew that he was dearly loved. He will be your special feral guide and help you to continue the wonderful work you do for the forgotten ones. -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Ceasar and Simon helping from Heaven
Thank you Belinda and everyone continuing to send messages of hope and thoughts of condolence about Ceasar. They've really helped in my healing process. As always, I don't know what I'd do without this group! I also think that I've gained another kitty guide and helper on the other side. Actually Ceasar isn't the first one to return to the colony, (and me), in this way. Simon was a sweet Siamese kitty, one of the first that I TNR in this group. He was much more friendly than the rest of them, he'd never let anyone touch him, but he'd lounge around all day on his special chair on the deck in Virgina's back yard and if you didn't know any better, you'd have assumed he was someone's pampered house cat enjoying a sunbath. He was so kind and handsome! I'll never forget the way he allowed the last kittens born to the colony to climb all over him and swat at his tail. When Simon's health began to fail, (I now suspect kidney failure), I began to give the colony canned food everyday, in the hopes of keeping him better hydrated, (I don't know if you caught the story of Ceasar bringing me presents of baby birds to say thank you). Ironically, it was Ceasar that chased Simon from his sanctuary. Eventually Simon stop greeting me when I'd call him to eat, leaving me to grieve his absence and wonder what had become of him. Many months later, he finally came home. He staggered toward me, emaciated and breathing those awful deep shallow breaths that usually signal the end. I was devastated by his appearance. He allowed me to capture him easily, but he was so distressed at being in captivity. I called my house-call vet to come and help him cross, but the vet couldn't come for days and I couldn't stand the thought of Simon's last hours being filled with fear. I brought him to Virginia's garage and let him out of the carrier, (I still had access to her garage in those days). I made sure he was alone in there, gave him a bed and made him a ramp to help him climb onto his favorite places. He had spent many a rainy night in that garage and I knew he'd feel safe there. I spent the next few days visiting him often, telling him how there were so many friends anxiously awaiting his arrival in Heaven, how soon there would be no more pain, no more hunger, no more fear. I begged him to let go and felt so torn about whether I'd done the right thing in allowing him to suffer like this. I've rarely seen an animal continue to cling to life the way Simon did, talk about heartbreaking! Finally I decided to crush some Valium in his food, (can you believe he was still eating??). It wasn't enough to end his life, but I think it helped him relax enough to make the transition. When I returned to check on him, he had passed. He's buried in Virgina's yard, still watching over me and all the ferals in my care. It was Simon that I called on to help his former tormentor, Ceasar, in his hour of need. I know he was there for us, I'm sure he had something to do with the ease in catching Ceasar. Beth just asked how it is we can continue to do what we do, Simon and Ceasar and all the cats like them are the reason I can still summon the courage to keep going. Much love to all, Nina Belinda wrote: Nina, I'm so sorry to hear that Ceasar didn't make it, I was really hoping he would pull through. It is so special and that he trusted and loved you enough to come to you in his hour of need. He knew you would help him in whichever way was needed and put his faith in you for that. Even though the decision you had to make for him tore your heart apart, it was what was best for him, it would have been horrible for him to die a slow, painful, lonely death if you weren't so special that he felt he could come to you. You made a huge difference in his life, so much so that when it really mattered he knew you were there and loved him enough to help him. I'm so sorry for your loss, but glad that Ceasar is well, whole and knew that he was dearly loved. He will be your special feral guide and help you to continue the wonderful work you do for the forgotten ones.
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
:( I'm so sorry for poor ceasar.. but I do think he came to you because he knew you loved him and would help him. Maybe he didn't want to be an indoor cat and chose to stay feral until he was ill and knew you would help him.tNina [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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart.Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always.Nina
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Poor baby. No wonder. What a kindness you did for him. Big hugs to you for all you do. Goodnight, sweet Ceasar... =^..^= Terri, Siggie the Tomato Vampire, Guinevere, Sammi, Travis, Dori and 6 furangels: RuthieGirl, Samantha, Arielle, Gareth, Alec Salome' =^..^= Cool Catholic Stuff! Click Here -- www.TotallyCatholic.com/Theresa Furkid Photos! http://mysite.verizon.net/vze7sgqa/My Personal Page: http://www.geocities.com/ruthiegirl1/terrispage.html?1083970447350Come check me out on MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/terricrazycatlady - Original Message - From: Nina To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org ; Paul Hendel Sent: Friday, July 07, 2006 3:29 PM Subject: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS) 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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart.Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always.Nina
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Dear Nina, I am so sorry about your loss of sweet little Caesar. All ferals hold a very special place in my heart I know that he held a very special place in yours. He definitely seemed to know that you were his special person he knew that you would take care of him in the most unselfish of ways. He left this world knowing that he is loved. Take care. Yvonne
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
I'm sorry, Nina.tNina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, "the one that got away". He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support,Nina
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
When I have a situation like you had with your wonderful Ceasar I constantly check my own feelings with some friends who are very attuned to animals--to the point of being a pest at times. I am never sure that I am not putting my own values/wishes on the animal. I get such a wonderful strong cat who was very wish when he chose his helper. I grieve for you but know, as you do, that Ceasar will always be close by...maybe in the shadows, but close. I suspect he may return one day as a little less feral cat.I am so glad there are people who can care about these wonderful animals. There are so many who consider them mean and awful. Bless you. If you have men who will exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have men who will deal likewise with their fellow man. St. Francis - Original Message - From: Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, July 07, 2006 8:04 AM Subject: Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please Marylyn, You should realize that there is no worry about what my decision will be if Ceasar chooses to give up his life on the street! It's not me that needs convincing, the other cats in my household might though. Be assured that I will do everything in my power to help Ceasar in any way I can and in whatever way he'll let me. I had been asking him to trust me enough to let me help him and the fact that he showed up last night and I was able to catch him so quickly tells me he heard me. At this point it's not Ceasar that I'm as concerned about good communication with as much as the vet. She's the one that needs to understand how important it is to save him, if at all possible. Please keep praying that Ceasar's greater good be served. Thank you for your concern about Ceaser, it's truly appreciated, Nina Marylyn wrote: First listen to Ceaser, not your vet, re his fate. He came back to you for help. What kind of help is a real question but for help. Ebony Thomas Katt was totally torn up when he chose me to take care of him--blood and pus ran down my legs from his wounds. He lived with me, first as a feral, then as an outdoor cat, then an outdoor-indoor then about 13 years as an indoor cat sleeping on my bed and ruling my life. I have had other ferals in bad shape come for help. Maybe it is time Ceaser became an indoor cat--or at least a cat who owned a person. Please listen to him. If you have men who will exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have men who will deal likewise with their fellow man. St. Francis - Original Message - From: Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, July 06, 2006 10:41 PM Subject: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, the one that got away. He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support, Nina -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.9/382 - Release Date: 7/4/2006 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.9/382 - Release Date: 7/4/2006
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain ( please add him to the CLS)
Nina, I am so sorry to hear about lil Ceasar...I know he came home to you for help..They seem to always do that, and I do know how you feel.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time! Take care of yourself, Kerry and Bandy Yahoo! Music Unlimited - Access over 1 million songs. Try it free.
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Nina, I'm so sorry to hear about your boy! Donot blame yourself...you have done so much for him and he knows it otherwise he wouldn't came back to you. He was asking for your help. You both are in my thoughts and prayers! He is free now and running with the other healthy kitties at the bridge. Terrie Mohr-ForkerTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://groups.yahoo.com/group/SNOHOMISH_COUNTY_PETS_in_WAhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTShttps://www.paypal.com/http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
Elizabeth, Chris and Wendy, Thanks so much for the encouragement and prayers. I've always felt like the ferals in my care are just as much a part of my family as the animals in my house. We all have a connection and they trust me as far as their circumstances will allow them to. I talked to an AC once and asked her who had left me two little dead birds as a present in between the feeding dishes. I was upset about the birds, but I knew it was a gift of gratitude and love. It started a couple of days after I began feeding canned food along with dry, (one of the ferals was aging and I was trying to help keep him hydrated). The first day I saw the little dead bird I grimaced and hoped it wouldn't happen again. The next day there was a baby mocking bird, one of my favorite types of birds, and I thanked whichever cat it was and asked that they please not do it again, I like birds better when they're alive. I never got another baby bird present. Anyway, when I asked the AC which of the cats had left me the presents, she told me it was the skinny intact male. My Ceasar! Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Prayers going up for you and Caesar, Nina. Last year I caught the most pitiful Tom and took him to the vet. He looked terrible. He had large abscesses on both sides of his face, terrible sores, his ears were shredded. What fur he did have was matted beyond belief and he had no fur on his tail. He was quite beat up and his head and face disfigured from his battles. He wasskin and bones. I didn't think he was going to make it but he did!His ear will never look quite right but now he has a beautiful coat and a sweet disposition.I named him Merlin. Afamily in the neighborhood adopted him but any time he gets out he comes to my front porch. I am hoping so much that Caesar will make ittoo. Please let us know how it goes tomorrow. elizabeth In a message dated 7/6/2006 8:42:55 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, "the one that got away". He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support, Nina
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
First listen to Ceaser, not your vet, re his fate. He came back to you for help. What kind of help is a real question but for help. Ebony Thomas Katt was totally torn up when he chose me to take care of him--blood and pus ran down my legs from his wounds. He lived with me, first as a feral, then as an outdoor cat, then an outdoor-indoor then about 13 years as an indoor cat sleeping on my bed and ruling my life. I have had other ferals in bad shape come for help. Maybe it is time Ceaser became an indoor cat--or at least a cat who owned a person. Please listen to him. If you have men who will exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have men who will deal likewise with their fellow man. St. Francis - Original Message - From: Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, July 06, 2006 10:41 PM Subject: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, the one that got away. He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support, Nina -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.9/382 - Release Date: 7/4/2006
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
Now is a very good time to get back in contact with the AC. Ceasar needs to talk to you and is not sure you can listen. A vet who is used to dealing with ferals can handle them re medication. I have had a couple (one very sick and another because she seriously bite me) have to stay a couple of weeks at the vets. They don't like it but they can handle it. Especially if you cover the cage, put feliway all around and Rescue Remedy in the water and on the cat (as possible). It also helps "tame them down." Ferals are the most wonderful cats..continue to send this little boy all the love in your heart. He loves you in true feral fashion. If you have men who will exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have men who will deal likewise with their fellow man. St. Francis - Original Message - From: Nina To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, July 07, 2006 1:14 AM Subject: Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please Elizabeth, Chris and Wendy,Thanks so much for the encouragement and prayers. I've always felt like the ferals in my care are just as much a part of my family as the animals in my house. We all have a connection and they trust me as far as their circumstances will allow them to. I talked to an AC once and asked her who had left me two little dead birds as a present in between the feeding dishes. I was upset about the birds, but I knew it was a gift of gratitude and love. It started a couple of days after I began feeding canned food along with dry, (one of the ferals was aging and I was trying to help keep him hydrated). The first day I saw the little dead bird I grimaced and hoped it wouldn't happen again. The next day there was a baby mocking bird, one of my favorite types of birds, and I thanked whichever cat it was and asked that they please not do it again, I like birds better when they're alive. I never got another baby bird present. Anyway, when I asked the AC which of the cats had left me the presents, she told me it was the skinny intact male. My Ceasar! Nina[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Prayers going up for you and Caesar, Nina. Last year I caught the most pitiful Tom and took him to the vet. He looked terrible. He had large abscesses on both sides of his face, terrible sores, his ears were shredded. What fur he did have was matted beyond belief and he had no fur on his tail. He was quite beat up and his head and face disfigured from his battles. He wasskin and bones. I didn't think he was going to make it but he did!His ear will never look quite right but now he has a beautiful coat and a sweet disposition.I named him Merlin. Afamily in the neighborhood adopted him but any time he gets out he comes to my front porch. I am hoping so much that Caesar will make ittoo. Please let us know how it goes tomorrow. elizabeth In a message dated 7/6/2006 8:42:55 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, "the one that got away". He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support,Nina No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.9/382 - Release Date: 7/4/2006
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
Hands and paws crossed here for Ceasar. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, "the one that got away". He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support,Nina
Re: OT - Meed prayers for Ceasar please
Nina, I hope you can get the needed help for Ceasar and that it is something treatable.. Do you think he was just in some fight or some type of accident? I know how it is with the ferals as I, too, feed a bunch. I think people know that and drop them off close by so they will get fed... Our prayers are with you and Ceasar. Kerry and Bandy Talk is cheap. Use Yahoo! Messenger to make PC-to-Phone calls. Great rates starting at 1¢/min.
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
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Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
Marylyn, You should realize that there is no worry about what my decision will be if Ceasar chooses to give up his life on the street! It's not me that needs convincing, the other cats in my household might though. Be assured that I will do everything in my power to help Ceasar in any way I can and in whatever way he'll let me. I had been asking him to trust me enough to let me help him and the fact that he showed up last night and I was able to catch him so quickly tells me he heard me. At this point it's not Ceasar that I'm as concerned about good communication with as much as the vet. She's the one that needs to understand how important it is to save him, if at all possible. Please keep praying that Ceasar's greater good be served. Thank you for your concern about Ceaser, it's truly appreciated, Nina Marylyn wrote: First listen to Ceaser, not your vet, re his fate. He came back to you for help. What kind of help is a real question but for help. Ebony Thomas Katt was totally torn up when he chose me to take care of him--blood and pus ran down my legs from his wounds. He lived with me, first as a feral, then as an outdoor cat, then an outdoor-indoor then about 13 years as an indoor cat sleeping on my bed and ruling my life. I have had other ferals in bad shape come for help. Maybe it is time Ceaser became an indoor cat--or at least a cat who owned a person. Please listen to him. If you have men who will exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have men who will deal likewise with their fellow man. St. Francis - Original Message - From: Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, July 06, 2006 10:41 PM Subject: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, the one that got away. He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support, Nina -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.9/382 - Release Date: 7/4/2006
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
Thank you Sherry. Sherry DeHaan wrote: Nina,prayers to you and poor Caesar Sherry
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
Thank you Joan. Nina Joan Doljan wrote: Hands and paws crossed here for Ceasar.
Re: OT - Meed prayers for Ceasar please
Thanks Kerry, That's what I was hoping. He could be so skinny from being too busy to eat. It is kitten season, and he's still intact. It may be that people are dumping cats near you, or it may be that the word is out in cat circles that you are a human that will help. Either way, I know you are one of the good humans that can't turn their back on someone in need. I'm pleased to hear that Bandy is doing a little better this morning. I sure do pray that the rw will stop plaguing him and that he continues to recover from his other ailments. Strength and courage to you, Nina Kerry Roach wrote: Nina, I hope you can get the needed help for Ceasar and that it is something treatable.. Do you think he was just in some fight or some type of accident? I know how it is with the ferals as I, too, feed a bunch. I think people know that and drop them off close by so they will get fed... Our prayers are with you and Ceasar. Kerry and Bandy Talk is cheap. Use Yahoo! Messenger to make PC-to-Phone calls. Great rates starting at 1¢/min. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/mail_us/taglines/postman7/*http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=39666/*http://messenger.yahoo.com
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
Nina, Ceasar is in my thoughts and prayers. I'm glad he came back to you...I agree that he is trying to seek help from you. I hope the Vet visit goes well for him. Please do let us know what happens! Terrie Mohr-ForkerTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://groups.yahoo.com/group/SNOHOMISH_COUNTY_PETS_in_WAhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTShttps://www.paypal.com/http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart. Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always. Nina
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
I'm so sorry for your loss, Nina. - Original Message - From: Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Friday, July 7, 2006 2:30 pm Subject: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS) To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org, Paul Hendel [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart. Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always. Nina
RE: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
I am so sorry about Ceasar. I think the whole group was hoping for a different outcome. I believe you did the gentlest, bravest thing you could do to help him and released him from his pain. Joan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Nina Sent: Friday, July 07, 2006 3:30 PM To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org; Paul Hendel Subject: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS) 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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart. Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always. Nina
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
GLOW to light his path and ease your heart - thank you for helping him.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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart.Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always.NinaBarb+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 Sneak preview the all-new Yahoo.com. It's not radically different. Just radically better.
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Thank you for all you did forNina and for loving him.GinaNina [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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart.Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always.NinaNo heaven wil not ever Heaven be Unless my cats are there to welcome me.--epitaph in a pet cemetery Tiggertales ~ a site about our beloved felines Do you Yahoo!? Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail Beta.
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Dear Nina, I'm crying with you - I was so hoping he would recover. He knows you loved him, and he knows you only wanted the best for him. Please don't think of it as a failure on your part - you succeeded in more ways than you realize. That is why he came back to you - because he knew you would help him. He knew it was his time, and that he lived as long as he chose to. Even the animals have SOME free choice, and he chose you to help him make his transition, gently, peacefully, and lovingly. I will light a candle for him tonight. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sleep soft, dear Ceasar. Kat (Mew Jersey) On Fri, 7 Jul 2006, Nina wrote: Date: Fri, 07 Jul 2006 12:29:50 -0700 From: Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org, Paul Hendel [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS) 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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart. Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always. Nina
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Nina, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm so happy this street boy had a friend he could depend on to do the right thing, I am also crying with you. Thank you for loving the street kids.May God Bless you greatlyRoxaneNina [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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart.Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always.Nina Do you Yahoo!? Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail Beta.
RE: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Nina,, I am so sad.and dont know what to say I am in shocklife is just not fair sometimesI will come up with more meaningful thing to say I just need a bit time to digest this informationand I am just so mad that he had to go.. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Barb Moermond Sent: Friday, July 07, 2006 1:52 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS) GLOW to light his path and ease your heart - thank you for helping him. 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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart. Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always. Nina 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 Sneak preview the all-new Yahoo.com. It's not radically different. Just radically better.
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Oh, Nina! I'm so sorry...Please don't blame yourself, it sounds like Ceasar knew what he was doing and just who to go to for the relief he so desperately needed. He obviously trusted you...what a blessing that he knew he could come to you! Please take care of yourself...Ceasar is no longer in pain and well on his way to his next big adventure! Jen But if you tame me, then we shall need each other. To me, you will be unique in all the world. To you, I shall be unique in all the world; You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed... --Antoine de Saint-Exupéry If you talk to the animals they will talk with you and you will know each other. If you do not talk to them you will not know them, and what you do not know you will fear. What one fears one destroys. -- Chief Dan George The flame that burns twice as bright burns half as long... --Blade Runner - Original Message - From: Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Friday, July 7, 2006 2:31 pm Subject: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS) To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org, Paul Hendel [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart. Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always. Nina
RE: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
I'm so sorry about Caesar. But you know, he knew you were there when he needed you most of all. You saved him from such a terrible death and this alone is something you should feel good about. He knew that you'd always have a little piece of your heart saved just for him and he knew to claim it when he needed it. Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Nina Sent: Friday, July 07, 2006 3:30 PM To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org; Paul Hendel Subject: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS) 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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart. Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always. Nina
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Oh Nina I am so sorry. -Original Message-From: Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org; Paul Hendel [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Fri, 7 Jul 2006 12:29:50 -0700Subject: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS) 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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart.Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always.Nina Check out AOL.com today. Breaking news, video search, pictures, email and IM. All on demand. Always Free.
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Nina you did the best that you could for the sweet guy.My thoughts are with you,and he is now in peace with no pain.Take care SherryNina [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 wonder my brave little man was limping. He had a high fever and the worst news of all, he was felv+. They hadn't yet investigated why his nose was bleeding, or why there was blood in his saliva. The vet, who is always reluctant to recommend euthanasia, said if she were Ceasar she wouldn't want to wake up from the kind of pain he must have been living with. I still hesitated, I still thought maybe there was a way. I asked if there could be any doubt about his status, the answer was an unequivocal no. Before we left for the vet, he allowed me to stroke him through the grate of the trap. His skin was covered with small lesions, with that gritty feel that comes from flea infestation. Poor little lamb! He was angry, but he didn't try to scratch me, or even hiss. I spoke softly to him and told him how much he was loved and that he was finally home. I had so prayed that I would be bringing him back to comfort and security this afternoon. I had to finally decide to let him go. I'm so sick about not being able to trap him when I first met him, maybe he would be healthy today. I feel like I failed him, my only consolation is that he's no longer suffering, he's no longer confined, and he's no longer producing felv kittens. He lived the hard life of a cat on the street and I helped him as best I could. Thank you all for caring about a special little feral boy and understanding how he has left an imprint on my heart.Bless you my sweet, brave, clever friend. I will love you always.Nina Do you Yahoo!? Next-gen email? Have it all with the all-new Yahoo! Mail Beta.
Re: Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
God, Nina, I am so incredibly sorry. Michelle
Ceasar is no longer in pain (please add him to the CLS)
Thank you all so much for your kind thoughts and words. Knowing there were so many that mourned Ceasar along with me helped so much. I've been so blessed in being able to help many of my fur friends recover from what seemed like insurmountable odds that having to make the final decision over the phone, without looking in his eyes to know for sure, was so very difficult. It was even harder because of my strong feeling that felv should not be considered a death sentence. Unfortunately, in the case of a truly feral fellow like Ceasar, it became the deciding factor. Last night when I captured him, I assured him that when he recovered, it would be his choice to stay under my protection, or return to the wild. Because of the felv, that choice no longer existed. This was just crushing to me. I often tell myself that the fate of my wild friends is even less in my control than those that are able to accept my interventions. Being forewarned never seems to ease the pain of reality, or ease the despair of loss. Thank you for caring, Nina
OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, the one that got away. He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support, Nina
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
Hi, y'all :) I dreamed about Samantha, 2 mornings ago; I had asked her to let me know she was ok, and she did. I dreamed I was petting her, and playing with her, and she was her normal self. :) I guess our furr-babies have their way of wanting us to be ok, after they pass. It was a good dream, and I was very happy that she sent it to me. :) I'm going to see another kitty who needs a new home, tomorrow; her owner is moving to an apartment, and they don't allow pets. I want to meet her, first, see if she likes me. I told her owner she could visit her kitty anytime she wants. :) Julia On Thursday, July 6, 2006, at 11:01 PM, Chris wrote: How great of you to have such concern over a cat that too many people would have ignored. No matter what the outcome tomorrow, he will not die a slow painful death and even if the result tomorrow is grim, you will have spared him that and shown him the love he needs now more than ever. Caesar is indeed very fortunate... Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Nina Sent: Thursday, July 06, 2006 11:42 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, the one that got away. He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support, Nina
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
Prayers going up for you and Caesar, Nina. Last year I caught the most pitiful Tom and took him to the vet. He looked terrible. He had large abscesses on both sides of his face, terrible sores, his ears were shredded. What fur he did have was matted beyond belief and he had no fur on his tail. He was quite beat up and his head and face disfigured from his battles. He wasskin and bones. I didn't think he was going to make it but he did!His ear will never look quite right but now he has a beautiful coat and a sweet disposition.I named him Merlin. Afamily in the neighborhood adopted him but any time he gets out he comes to my front porch. I am hoping so much that Caesar will make ittoo. Please let us know how it goes tomorrow. elizabeth In a message dated 7/6/2006 8:42:55 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, "the one that got away". He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support,Nina
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
Nina, Prayers going out for Ceasar. I hope this is something that some meds and a little TLC can fix. Will he allow you to medicate him do you think, since he's so weak? :) Wendy --- Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, the one that got away. He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support, Nina __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Ceasar
I am praying that all goes well Hideyo. Keep me updated. I would love the link for the carts. Sebastian does have feeling in his back legs. I will definately try acupuncture. Thanks, Jennifer and Sebastian
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Hi, Jennifer and Sebastian, heres the link they make carts for both dogs and cats I actually have seen cats with two wheel cart and they do adjust pretty well -but I am hoping that he still has a deep sense in hind legs that he will recover with acupuncture!! PS. Thank you for your prayer for Ceaser he and I need it!! www.k9carts.com http://www.messybeast.com/disabled.htm http://www.eddieswheels.com/ http://www.specialneedspets.org/disability.htm From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of JENNIFER RATLIFF Sent: Monday, September 19, 2005 4:12 PM To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Ceasar I am praying that all goes well Hideyo. Keep me updated. I would love the link for the carts. Sebastian does have feeling in his back legs. I will definately try acupuncture. Thanks, Jennifer and Sebastian
