Re: Question #1: Making a Health Kit
Good idea. I'd include a tube of Nutri-Cal http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=3177, that's a high calorie supplement, I'd also consider several cans of his favorite canned food, and a can of one of the many liquid diets on the market now like CliniCare, Formula-V, or CatSure http://www.southernagriculture.com/southag/product.asp?dept_id=3028pf_id=PABBFKMPKIBH. You need a bottle of PLAIN sterile saline, to flush wounds, eyes, or anything really that is too sensitive for soap and water. You'll need a tube of eye ointment http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=9674. You'll want a roll of vet wrap http://www.kvvet.com/KVVet/product_family.asp?family%5Fid=203and some gauze pads http://www.kvvet.com/KVVet/productr.asp?pf%5Fid=80180 , a tube of tissue glue http://www.kvvet.com/KVVet/productr.asp?pf%5Fid=86060 , and some form of syptic solution (to control bleeding) http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=6597 . I'd recommend Rescue Remedy, or some form of "happy drug" as well, for stress http://www.bachflower.com/rescue_remedy.htm. You'll want oral syringes, one 1 CC/ML, one 3 CC/ML, and one at least 15CC/ML (for force feeding and medicating) http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=3393. I'd recommend a cold pack, a heating pad, and it never hurts to have cat muzzle and a body bag, in case of emergency and if you're alone and can't restrain him on your own. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=3159 http://www.klaw-kontrol.com/loadingtips.htmlor http://petpress.net/details.php?id=162or http://www.calvetsupply.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPRODProdID=594and http://www.petedge.com/sdx/110273.jspor http://tomahawklivetrap.com/products/12_0.html I'm sure I could think of more, but I'm tired, going to bed. Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Dilated left eye
A head tilt and eye dilation means there's some kind of neurological problem, usually, though it CAN happen with severe untreated ear infections as well (more common in dogs than cats), and a few very rare conditions I'd have to do a search for. You'd want to do a full neurological exam to figure out the extent of the problem, and determine if it's affecting quality of life. Many times there's no quality of life lost, so I don't know why your vet would automatically euth on just that alone, maybe there was more you were not aware of at the time. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Bacardi
Hello Abby,I joined this list for support because my kitten Pippin tested a faint positive on her first FeLV test back in June when she was seven weeks old. This is my first experience with FeLV. Being on this list helps me cope.How old is Bacardi? Does he have any symptoms? You must be going through a lot of grief all at once over your other cat and now Bacardi. My thoughts are with you. There are experienced people on this list who have a lot of information and wisdom to share. There isn't as much email on the weekends. If you need someone to just talk with, I am here.Take care,GinaAbby Specht [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My kitten has been diagnosed with Felv. I'm a vet tech, but it's easy for a vet to tell u what they think, but it's another thing to have your own cat be positive. We sent the confirming bloodwork to Antech to find out it is in the bone marrow. I want to do everything I can for him. Three weeks beofre i found him my other cat died from fibrosarcoma from the vaccine. i just dont know what to do... I'm open to suggestions from people that arent collecting a paycheck from what i decide to do.Thanks, abby and bacardiPlease visitmy Tigger Tales site! At the bottom of the home and links pages aremy merchant affiliate banners. If anyone uses my links to make a purchase, I will receive a percentage of all final sales.I am going to donate100% ofthe proceeds to animal welfare organizations.This is a great way to shop your favorite online pet stores and give something to a worthy cause. Thank you in advance! All-new Yahoo! Mail - Fire up a more powerful email and get things done faster.
Re: Worms and Wormer Question
LOL!! You sick kitty! Ha! Ha! Precious Pets, Almost Home --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I prefer Droncit or Drontal, as it gets tapeworms, in addition to all the others too, where most other dewormers don't get the tape worms. The two most common in cats are roundworms and tapeworms, but they can get any type that dogs get, I believe. Hookworms, whipworms, etc. Roundworms are the ones the puke up in piles and look like spaghetti. Tape worms are the ones you see crawling out their butts that look like white rice. Yummy, who wants some carbs now?! LOL! Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners: http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.html Special Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program: http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more! It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006 __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Popeye has gone to the bridge
Thank you Gina. I just crashed yesterday and I feel a lot better today.tonyaGina WN [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Tonya,I am very sorry about what happened at your job during what was already a traumatic time with Popeye. I wish people were more caring regarding the loss of our beloved companion animals. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Gina Please visitmy Tigger Tales site! At the bottom of the home and links pages aremy merchant affiliate banners. If anyone uses my links to make a purchase, I will receive a percentage of all final sales.I am going to donate100% ofthe proceeds to animal welfare organizations.This is a great way to shop your favorite online pet stores and give something to a worthy cause. Thank you in advance! How low will we go? Check out Yahoo! Messengers low PC-to-Phone call rates.
Treating nose sore
Hello everyone, I've been a silent member of the listserv since March and have been learning a lot from your discussions and feeling your sorrows as loved ones pass away. I'm now writing for advice -- my Pixie is a largely asymptomatic 2 y/o felv positive and in early August we moved from Philadelphia to the Netherlands (flew Northwest so she could be in the cabin with me). A few days ago I noticed a small bald patch on the side of her nose and it's been growing in size and is now looking red and irritated. I've been looking up possible causes and I'm scared that it could be feline calicivirus because she has eye discharge, a wet nose, audible breathing, and the occasional sneeze. Does anyone have experience with calicivirus, especially in combination with felv? Perhaps another, happier, explanation could be that Pixie is weirded out by the new environment and is over-grooming? I tried putting Polysporin on the sore a couple of times today and she's successfully groomed it off almost immediately. Any tips on treating the sore -- possible viral causes aside? Pixie is eating normally and seems fine other than the aforementioned symptoms. I should also note that I gave her dewormer for roundworm two weeks ago, after finding some worms in her vomit. Not sure those worms are totally gone, either. Any advice would be much appreciated! She's my first felv cat and I'm thinking of adopting another (Dutch) one soon, once I know what's up with Pixie... and where toeven find a felv cat in the Netherlands. Cheers, Giselle
Re: advice re sedation for kitten on long trip
Thanks Hideyo and Marylyn, appreciate it, have passed on the info to her. Kerry - Original Message - From: Marylyn To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 3:36 AM Subject: Re: advice re sedation for kitten on long trip One of the holistic vets I know recommends a very concentrated catnip spray too. I got something similar to what she uses at one of the PetsMarts. The combination of rr and catnip works better than either alone. 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: Hideyo Yamamoto To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 11:28 PM Subject: RE: advice re sedation for kitten on long trip Theyact very differentlyincidividually,, some kitties really freak out with drug.. my recommendation is not to use any, but give some rescue remedy instead. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kerry MacKenzieSent: Friday, August 25, 2006 7:32 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: advice re sedation for kitten on long trip Hi all I don't know if this will go thru because I'm having a lot of problems. But I have to try, as someone I know is driving in the next couple of days from Chicago to NY City and asked my advice about sedating her kitten for the trip. I believe the kitten is 5 months old, and certainly under a year. I've never used any sort of sedation and said i wd ask you wonderful guys. I believe Benadryl was mentioned recently on the list?Any advice much appreciated! Kerry No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/427 - Release Date: 8/24/2006
Re: Treating nose sore
Did she get the basic FVRCP vaccines? That covers calicivirus. Could it be ringworm?G D [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello everyone, I've been a silent member of the listserv since March and have been learning a lot from your discussions and feeling your sorrows as loved ones pass away. I'm now writing for advice -- my Pixie is a largely asymptomatic 2 y/o felv positive and in early August we moved from Philadelphia to the Netherlands (flew Northwest so she could be in the cabin with me). A few days ago I noticed a small bald patch on the side of her nose and it's been growing in size and is now looking red and irritated. I've been looking up possible causes and I'm scared that it could be feline calicivirus because she has eye discharge, a wet nose, audible breathing, and the occasional sneeze. Does anyone have experience with calicivirus, especially in combination with felv? Perhaps another, happier, explanation could be that Pixie is weirded out by the new environment and is over-grooming? I tried putting Polysporin on the sore a couple of times today and she's successfully groomed it off almost immediately. Any tips on treating the sore -- possible viral causes aside? Pixie is eating normally and seems fine other than the aforementioned symptoms. I should also note that I gave her dewormer for roundworm two weeks ago, after finding some worms in her vomit. Not sure those worms are totally gone, either. Any advice would be much appreciated! She's my first felv cat and I'm thinking of adopting another (Dutch) one soon, once I know what's up with Pixie... and where toeven find a felv cat in the Netherlands. Cheers, Giselle
Hit by car FELV+ kitten needs rescue
2. FeLV Kitten Survives Hit Run Car Accident is now facing Posted by: "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" [EMAIL PROTECTED] kitrynak Date: Sat Aug 26, 2006 5:20 pm (PDT)Russo escaped all odds when he was hit by a car, then taken to The Humane Society of Williamson County. He was immediately rushed to the vet where he was treated, and it was determined he would be fine with a little TLC and care. Russo has only lived a short 3 months and thought his luck was changing. But, unfortunately his luck didn't hold out, he has tested positive for FeLV. The shelter does not have the proper facility to provide shelter for an FeLV kitty. We are desperate to see this little boy get a chance at love and life, even if just for a little while. He loves to snuggle, play, and purrs all day long. He has been through so, so much, and now this terrible turn of fate. The adoption fee will be completely waived we just want to see him saved. He can either be an only kitty, or with other FeLV kitties, but has to be an indoor only cat. Please call or email us today and save this little boy from being just another statistic... Ask for Kynama(512) 947-9577 BEGIN:VCARD VERSION:2.1 N:O'Gwynn;Jenn;Phaewryn;Ms. FN:Jenn Phaewryn O'Gwynn NICKNAME:Phaewryn ORG:UCAT rescue;operations/field work TITLE:Cat Rescuer NOTE:I rescue cats. I run a small personal rescue operation, all on my own, and out of pocket. Donations appreciated at any time! Paypal donations can be sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or send donations via check or money order to Jennifer O'Guin, PO Box 1008, Hardwick VT. 05843 TEL;WORK;VOICE:802-472-8628 TEL;HOME;VOICE:802 472-8628 ADR;WORK:;home office;;Hardwick;VT.;05843;USA LABEL;WORK;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:home office=0D=0AHardwick, VT. 05843=0D=0AUSA ADR;HOME:;;P.O. Box 1008;Hardwick;Vermont;05843;USA LABEL;HOME;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:P.O. Box 1008=0D=0AHardwick, Vermont 05843=0D=0AUSA X-WAB-GENDER:1 URL;HOME:http://ucat.us URL;WORK:http://ucat.us/adopt.html BDAY:19750928 EMAIL;PREF;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] REV:20060827T153518Z END:VCARD No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
RE: Dilated left eye
I agree, Naomis left eye was dilated and she had FIP, I think.. and Bellas head was tilted and she had inner ear infection have you done the total body function on blood work? If you did, could you post it? From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, August 27, 2006 12:34 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: Dilated left eye A head tilt and eye dilation means there's some kind of neurological problem, usually, though it CAN happen with severe untreated ear infections as well (more common in dogs than cats), and a few very rare conditions I'd have to do a search for. You'd want to do a full neurological exam to figure out the extent of the problem, and determine if it's affecting quality of life. Many times there's no quality of life lost, so I don't know why your vet would automatically euth on just that alone, maybe there was more you were not aware of at the time. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners: http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.html Special Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program: http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more! It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need!
Re: Hit by car FELV+ kitten needs rescue
WHERE IS HE? On 8/27/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 2. FeLV Kitten Survives Hit Run Car Accident is now facing Posted by: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] kitrynak Date: Sat Aug 26, 2006 5:20 pm (PDT)Russo escaped all odds when he was hit by a car, then taken to The Humane Society of Williamson County. He was immediately rushed to the vet where he was treated, and it was determined he would be fine with a little TLC and care. Russo has only lived a short 3 months and thought his luck was changing. But, unfortunately his luck didn't hold out, he has tested positive for FeLV. The shelter does not have the proper facility to provide shelter for an FeLV kitty. We are desperate to see this little boy get a chance at love and life, even if just for a little while. He loves to snuggle, play, and purrs all day long. He has been through so, so much, and now this terrible turn of fate. The adoption fee will be completely waived we just want to see him saved. He can either be an only kitty, or with other FeLV kitties, but has to be an indoor only cat. Please call or email us today and save this little boy from being just another statistic... Ask for Kynama (512) 947-9577No virus found in this outgoing message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006 -- Spay Neuter Your Neighbors!Maybe That'll Make The DifferenceMaryChristineAIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCatsMSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED]ICQ: 289856892
Re: Popeye has gone to the bridge
Thank you. I picked up his ashes on Friday.It was sad, so a friend came and went out to dinner with me.I am basically just 'laying low' at school and hoping for the best. Being polite, etctonya[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds as if Popeye had fourteen wonderful years with you and was well loved. I'm glad that your HR department was able to make your principal be reasonable. Try not to let this taint your relationship with her too much - not to excuse or defend her but she may have come from a place where they didn't allow those sorts of absences or been trying to set policy right off the bat. Her approach was unfair and terrible, but you do have to work with her every day and it will only make your life miserable if you let this get to you too much.
Re: Churchill Please add to the CLS
I'm so sorry Sherry. Your "crash cats" are always in my prayers. tonyaSherry DeHaan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Hi we lost Churchill a beautiful big gray baby.He had a big cattitude too,but we still loved him.Thanks everyone. Sherry Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries) for 2¢/min or less.
Re: Popeye has gone to the bridge
Thanks Susan. I won't ever call in for a personal day ever again unless I'm actually going on a vacation or something. I've learned my lesson!tSusan Loesch [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am sure glad you got your day back and I am so sorry that you've lost Popeye. I also work in a school - as a librarian. There isn't any point in trying to be honest with the admin.- only once in 32 years have I done that. I had a couple of hours of personal leave left this spring and my feleuk baby, Cheyenne, was in the process of dying. Since you are supposed to have PL approved sooner than the minute you want to take it I did call my principal and ask to take it that morning and said why. But generally I just don't give them the chance to tell me no -- I just call in sick. Or say I have a doctor's appt. ifI have to leave for a vet appt. catatonya [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thank you Marylyn. She did give me the day back. She had also docked another teacher last Friday who had to be out of state in a wedding. Human Resources made her give both of us our days back. Next time I have a problem with a cat I will be sure to call in SICK for myself and not have to deal with this kind of crap again. tonyaMarylyn [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My first message is being held by a monitor. So I'll try again. I am so sorry this has happened to you. I don't understand how you can unapprove an absenceafter approving it. You have no idea the level of meetings I've walked out on because a critter of mine needed me. This is certainly not what we want to teach children. Popeye is very grateful to you for your love and for being there for him. 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. FrancisNo virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.5/425 - Release Date: 8/22/2006
RE: Popeye has gone to the bridge
Thank you Kerry.t"MacKenzie, Kerry N." [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tonya, I'm way behind on my email but wanted to say how very sorryI am to hear about Popeye, and how appalled I am by the treatment you had from the principal. (I'm glad to see from another post that you got yr day back.) Popeye sounded a larger-than-life sweetie. I know you must miss him terribly. I'm just glad, as always, that he was so dearly loved during the time he was physically with you.Please know my thoughts are with you. love and big, big hugs, KerryIRS CIRCULAR 230 NOTICE. Any advice expressed above as to tax matters was neither written nor intended by the sender or Mayer, Brown, Rowe Maw LLP to be used and cannot be used by any taxpayer for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed under U.S. tax law. If any person uses or refers to any such tax advice in promoting, marketing or recommending a partnership or other entity, investment plan or arrangement to any taxpayer, then (i) the advice was written to support the promotion or marketing (by a person other than Mayer, Brown, Rowe Maw LLP) of that transaction or matter, and (ii) such taxpayer should seek advice based on the taxpayers particular circumstances from an independent tax advisorThis email and any files transmitted with it are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail.
Re: Dilated left eye
my vet said toxo but he was guessing said he didn't think doing blood work was worth it to put him down its one of those mistakes you make when your new I don't use that vet anymore
Re: Question #4: Litter
I use natural litters only now. I like Cedarific, Feline Fresh, World's Best, and Swheat Scoop. The only non-clumping one I use is Cedarific, the rest are all clumping. I have one cat that prefers non clumping. I use it for all my boxes when I am busy, as it's VERY cheap, and I just change the whole box every 3 days, and do NOT scoop at all for the 3 days. Much easier than scooping daily as must be done with the scoopables or they become one big clump that breaks up and then ruins the entire box. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Felvtalk Digest, Vol 19, Issue 75
i belive the felv kitten hit by a car is possibly in austin texas as i googled that humane society and the area code 512 is also the same. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, August 27, 2006 1:27 PM Subject: Felvtalk Digest, Vol 19, Issue 75 Send Felvtalk mailing list submissions to Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to [EMAIL PROTECTED] You can reach the person managing the list at [EMAIL PROTECTED] When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than Re: Contents of Felvtalk digest... Today's Topics: 1. Re: Hit by car FELV+ kitten needs rescue (TenHouseCats) 2. Re: Popeye has gone to the bridge (catatonya) 3. Re: Churchill Please add to the CLS (catatonya) 4. Re: Popeye has gone to the bridge (catatonya) 5. RE: Popeye has gone to the bridge (catatonya) 6. Re: Dilated left eye ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) -- Message: 1 Date: Sun, 27 Aug 2006 12:22:34 -0400 From: TenHouseCats [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Hit by car FELV+ kitten needs rescue To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 WHERE IS HE? On 8/27/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 2. FeLV Kitten Survives Hit Run Car Accident is now facing Posted by: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] kitrynak Date: Sat Aug 26, 2006 5:20 pm (PDT) Russo escaped all odds when he was hit by a car, then taken to The Humane Society of Williamson County. He was immediately rushed to the vet where he was treated, and it was determined he would be fine with a little TLC and care. Russo has only lived a short 3 months and thought his luck was changing. But, unfortunately his luck didn't hold out, he has tested positive for FeLV. The shelter does not have the proper facility to provide shelter for an FeLV kitty. We are desperate to see this little boy get a chance at love and life, even if just for a little while. He loves to snuggle, play, and purrs all day long. He has been through so, so much, and now this terrible turn of fate. The adoption fee will be completely waived we just want to see him saved. He can either be an only kitty, or with other FeLV kitties, but has to be an indoor only cat. Please call or email us today and save this little boy from being just another statistic... Ask for Kynama (512) 947-9577 No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006 -- Spay Neuter Your Neighbors! Maybe That'll Make The Difference MaryChristine AIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCats MSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ: 289856892 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: /pipermail/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org/attachments/20060827/07c9e045/attachment.htm -- Message: 2 Date: Sun, 27 Aug 2006 09:28:34 -0700 (PDT) From: catatonya [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Popeye has gone to the bridge To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Thank you. I picked up his ashes on Friday. It was sad, so a friend came and went out to dinner with me. I am basically just 'laying low' at school and hoping for the best. Being polite, etc tonya [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds as if Popeye had fourteen wonderful years with you and was well loved. I'm glad that your HR department was able to make your principal be reasonable. Try not to let this taint your relationship with her too much - not to excuse or defend her but she may have come from a place where they didn't allow those sorts of absences or been trying to set policy right off the bat. Her approach was unfair and terrible, but you do have to work with her every day and it will only make your life miserable if you let this get to you too much. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: /pipermail/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org/attachments/20060827/a89692b7/attachment.htm -- Message: 3 Date: Sun, 27 Aug 2006 09:37:37 -0700 (PDT) From: catatonya [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Churchill Please add to the CLS To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 I'm so sorry Sherry. Your crash cats are always in my prayers. tonya Sherry DeHaan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi we lost Churchill a beautiful big gray baby.He had a big cattitude too,but we still loved him.Thanks everyone. Sherry - Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries
Re: Dilated left eye
That sounds like a neurological symptom to me. Michelle In a message dated 8/27/2006 1:47:45 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Phaewryn, What does that mean when the one eye is dilated and the head is always tilted. That happened to a felv positve once and my vet euthanized him this is when I was new and didn't think to ask questions.
Re: Bacardi
Hi. You will get lots of good advice here. But most of all, try to keep Bacardi as stress-free as possible. It seems like stress often triggers the leukemia virus to wreak havoc. And you will want to put him on a good quality food and some immune supplements, like lysine. Some people say that MegaC plus vitamins have helped kittens and cats who were fighting off the virus to throw it off (some kittens test positive and then a few months later test negative, because some throw it off). Some people give Interferon orally every day, though the jury is out on how much it helps other than for oral problems. Many FeLV+ kittens die before 2 years old. But many don't as well. I currently have a 5 year old and a 6 year old, and lost one in February who was 7. I have also lost positives at 5, 3, and 18 months. A few people on this list have positive cats who are over ten, and some have died at around 10. So definitely do not assume it is a death sentence. Just try to keep Bacardi as happy and stress-free as possible. If he gets anything that positives are prone to, like a URI or anemia, there are treatments that we have worked out and can share with you. But right now it sounds like the biggest issueis that you are stressed, and that you are grieving. For now, if Bacardi isasymptomatic, just try to love him and enjoy life withhim a little, and get him onto some healthy food (some of us do raw diets, but there are good prepared foods too like Innova's EVO, Eagle Pack, Wellness, California Natural, and Wysong) and supplements. I am really sorry about your loss of your other cat. We have all been through that a lot on this list. Michelle In a message dated 8/27/2006 3:26:44 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My kitten has been diagnosed with Felv. I'm a vet tech, but it's easy for a vet to tell u what they think, but it's another thing to have your own cat be positive. We sent the confirming bloodwork to Antech to find out it is in the bone marrow. I want to do everything I can for him. Three weeks beofre i found him my other cat died from fibrosarcoma from the vaccine. i just dont know what to do... I'm open to suggestions from people that arent collecting a paycheck from what i decide to do.Thanks, abby and bacardi
Re: Treating nose sore
Giselle, Pixie might have a URI. Sometimes the stress of moving does that. For the URI symptoms, I recommend a few doses of Immuno-regulin. The bald patch could be ringworm. It often looks like you describe it. There have been some discussions on this list about treating ringworm. You don't want to treat for it unless Pixie has it, though, so you might want to get it looked at and/or cultured by a vet. Michelle
Re: Question #2: Grooming
I use a grooming glove on all the shorthairs, once a week or so: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=8251(the one I own) http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/product_detail.asp?pf%5Fid=110135701(a different brand) Miranda, my only longhair (a slightly double coated DLH with fine downy fur), gets combed once a week (though it should be done every other day, I live a busy life, and she gets neglected) with a medium shedding comb: http://www.petco.com/Shop/Product.aspx?R=3733Nav=1N=0Ntt=shedding+combsku=771791(the one I use) I also occasionally, during prime shedding seasons, use a soft CAT slicker on the thicker shorthairs (I would NEVER recommend using this on a fine coated breed or one with no undercoat, like Siamese, Abyssinians, Orientals, etc): http://www.petco.com/Shop/petco_Product_R_1992_PC_productlist_Nav_203_N_23+102_cp_4_Nao_36_sku_848433_familyID_10275.aspx (the one I have now, but don't really care for, as it's too clunky) I used to own one that was called the "Tiny Tiger Cat Slicker", and it was a MUCH better tool, more like this one, but I can't vouch for the hardness of this one's pins: http://www.petedge.com/shopping/product/detailmain.jsp?itemID=72itemType=PRODUCTiMainCat=12iSubCat=27iSubSubCat=0iProductID=72 For a fine, short coat, a grooming glove and an occasional bath should be all that is ever needed. I'd suggest a flea bath using a good flea shampoo every late spring or summer, and a non-soap skin and coat moisturizing bath in the winter. Some breeds require more frequent baths, such as Sphynx and Persians, due to higher skin oil production. The shampoos I prefer over all others: http://www.petedge.com/shopping/product/detailmain.jsp?itemID=1752itemType=PRODUCTiMainCat=12iSubCat=245iSubSubCat=0iProductID=1752 (flea shampoo) http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/product1.asp?pf_id=11051034(the best general and deodorizing shampoo) http://www.episoothe.com/ (for itchy, irritated skin) http://www.dvmpharmaceuticals.com/display.html?c=3fam=Relief%20Shampoo(for itchy, flaky, dryskin, AND, get this, MY PERSONAL SHAMPOO, yes, for ME, the HUMAN, it makes my hair look WONDERFUL combined with Aussie 3 minute miracle deep conditioner) Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Question #5: Routines
I don't do routines, I catch them when I can, and where-ever they happen to be, for everything, from grooming to medicating. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
RE: Question #2: Grooming
Questionhow do you handle knots in a dlh who is a bit lazy about self-grooming. I swear she makes a face everytime she goes to groom! I try to comb her every day but now Im thinking that I almost just cut her hair short in spots that she just doesnt seem to take care of herself (like her rear end). Of course, you can imagine shes not thrilled about that! Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, August 27, 2006 2:48 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: Question #2: Grooming I use a grooming glove on all the shorthairs, once a week or so: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=8251(the one I own) http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/product_detail.asp?pf%5Fid=110135701(a different brand) Miranda, my only longhair (a slightly double coated DLH with fine downy fur), gets combed once a week (though it should be done every other day, I live a busy life, and she gets neglected) with a medium shedding comb: http://www.petco.com/Shop/Product.aspx?R=3733Nav=1N=0Ntt=shedding+combsku=771791(the one I use) I also occasionally, during prime shedding seasons, use a soft CAT slicker on the thicker shorthairs (I would NEVER recommend using this on a fine coated breed or one with no undercoat, like Siamese, Abyssinians, Orientals, etc): http://www.petco.com/Shop/petco_Product_R_1992_PC_productlist_Nav_203_N_23+102_cp_4_Nao_36_sku_848433_familyID_10275.aspx (the one I have now, but don't really care for, as it's too clunky) I used to own one that was called the Tiny Tiger Cat Slicker, and it was a MUCH better tool, more like this one, but I can't vouch for the hardness of this one's pins: http://www.petedge.com/shopping/product/detailmain.jsp?itemID=72itemType=PRODUCTiMainCat=12iSubCat=27iSubSubCat=0iProductID=72 For a fine, short coat, a grooming glove and an occasional bath should be all that is ever needed. I'd suggest a flea bath using a good flea shampoo every late spring or summer, and a non-soap skin and coat moisturizing bath in the winter. Some breeds require more frequent baths, such as Sphynx and Persians, due to higher skin oil production. The shampoos I prefer over all others: http://www.petedge.com/shopping/product/detailmain.jsp?itemID=1752itemType=PRODUCTiMainCat=12iSubCat=245iSubSubCat=0iProductID=1752 (flea shampoo) http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/product1.asp?pf_id=11051034(the best general and deodorizing shampoo) http://www.episoothe.com/ (for itchy, irritated skin) http://www.dvmpharmaceuticals.com/display.html?c=3fam=Relief%20Shampoo(for itchy, flaky, dryskin, AND, get this, MY PERSONAL SHAMPOO, yes, for ME, the HUMAN, it makes my hair look WONDERFUL combined with Aussie 3 minute miracle deep conditioner) Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners: http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.html Special Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program: http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more! It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need!
Re: OT: Re: Question #4: Litter
There's a product you spray (like spray paint) on the inside of your newly cleaned and DRY cat pans that keeps the clumping litters from sticking. It's a GREAT product, though I recommend spraying it OUTSIDE or with a window fan pulling the air out, as it takes a LOT to cover the inside of several boxes. It's called Stink Free Instantly: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=1776 You just spray it on until it's got a nice white powdery coating on the entire inside of the pan, use extra in the corners. (it helps to have tan or beige colored boxes so you can see the coverage more) Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Question #7: Carriers
I think the person who wrote that sounds like a moron. What the hell difference does all that make, in her opinion? A cat that doesn't want to go into a kennel isn't going to be any easier to get in from the top than from the side, they have good claws, and a strong grip, and can splay their legs PLENTY wide enough apart to foil any attempts at loading, if they so desire. Ventilation on 4 sides is only required for international air travel, for common use, 3 sides is plenty, most likely, one side will be up against the back of your car seat anyways. And as for it being transparent, I've NEVER seen one transparent, and I think the cats tend to hide in the BACK of the kennel for a reason, because it's a place to HIDE, thus, a transparent kennel would make them feel less secure, IMO. My biggest suggestion is to get an intermediate sized kennel, so you can put a small litterpan in it with your cat. I show an example on my products page: http://ucat.us/products.html I've since come to realize that if you put the bedding in the BACK part of the kennel, and the litterpan in the front, the water and food that splashes out of the cage cups lands IN the litterbox, and causes no messes, plus, the cats tend to lay in the litterpan if it's in the back because they like to be in the back hiding. Just attach the cage cups up higher on the cage door, over the litterpan, like 3/4 of the way up the bars. The cats can still access them if they stand up that way, and can still dig in the box as well. To remove the cat, just take the pan out, set it off to the side, and remove the cat. To reinsert the cat, put the cat in, and then put the pan in after the cat. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Question #8: Vets Neutering
Just about any vet can handle a male cat neuter, it's a pretty basic thing. I wouldn't worry too much. I'd be more concerned with the Purina is as good as anything comment. Purina is junk, not worth feeding raccoons and skunks with, IMO. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Question #9: Flea Treatments
I really am disappointed with the frontline plus topspot. The Frontline SPRAY is much better, IMO (though if they groom themselves, they foam at the mouth something terrible for the first few days after applying it!). Advantage works well too, I think, I've had better success with it than with the Frontline topspots. I prefer flea baths over harsh chemical sprays, personally. Zodiac makes a really effective flea shampoo, if you follow the directions carefully, it has to soak on the cat for 5 minutes, and you should go as high up on the head as possible, and between every toe. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: (OT) anyone else use msn.com
I always try to use a local ISP if possible. Try your yellow page phone book under Internet Service, look for providers with addresses in your local phone service area. We tried MSN for a while, it really wasn't great service. We used one called Surf Global another time we couldn't get local service, they were fairly good. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Popeye has gone to the bridge
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I've been offline all week, so I know this is coming a bit late. Phaewryn No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Churchill Please add to the CLS
My condolences go out to you, I'm sorry to hear you lost Churchill. Phaewryn No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Ordering interferon- Nina
Get your own vet to make up a batch for you. All they have to do is order one vial of the actual human drug InterferonAlpha, and then dilute it to the correct dilution for cats, the instructions are available at the island pharmacy website for other vets to use (or at least they used to be). You should be able to have half prepared to full dilution, and have half stored in deep freeze for future dilution and use. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Hit by car FELV+ kitten needs rescue
Don't know, as I'm not the contact LISTED in the post. Email the CONTACT and ask them. :) Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Hit by car FELV+ kitten needs rescue
Using the info found in the post, I determined via the area code and county listed that the cat is at: http://www.hswc.net/ 10930 Crystal Falls Parkway Leander, TX 78641(512) 260-3602 http://www.hswc.net/map.htm Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Dilated left eye
Yep, we've all been there at one point. You take it as a lesson in life, and you try to move on, it's all you can do. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: Question #2: Grooming
I trim the spots that Miranda wont let me brush (the private parts). Most vet offices can do a "sanitary clip" which removes the hair from the butt, inside the rear legs, and up under the tail. A good conditioner may help in your case, though I don't use them myself on my cats, I know many purebred people swear by them for longhairs. MC could probably suggest a few good ones for keeping the coat mat free, she's the Persian person on this group. OR, just go join a Persian cat yahoogroup, and ask what they use. They are the hardest to keep groomed breed, I believe, so if it works for them, it should work for you. There are combs special made for breaking up mats, with blade type teeth that cut through the mats. Search for matbreaker comb, or dematting comb. I usually try to finger pick out the mats I find, if you are patient, you can usually pluck at them and loosened them up and get them out without much hair loss if they are new mats (less then 3 days old). Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
IFA kittens, retest at 6 mo 1 yr? Or is IFA positive final?
Someone emailed me a couple of 10 week old FELV+ kittens to add to my website. She says they were confirmed positive on IFA, and she said "so it's in the bone marrow", and implied that retesting wont get any different results later as the IFA is "final". I always thought kittens could throw the virus, even if positive on IFA. So, what's the deal? Is an IFA result the final say, or do these babies have a chance of throwing the virus with time? 10 weeks old is awful young to throw in the towel, isn't it? I would suspect maternal antibodies at this point, but would they show on IFA? Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! BEGIN:VCARD VERSION:2.1 N:O'Gwynn;Jenn;Phaewryn;Ms. FN:Jenn Phaewryn O'Gwynn NICKNAME:Phaewryn ORG:UCAT rescue;operations/field work TITLE:Cat Rescuer NOTE:I rescue cats. I run a small personal rescue operation, all on my own, and out of pocket. Donations appreciated at any time! Paypal donations can be sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or send donations via check or money order to Jennifer O'Guin, PO Box 1008, Hardwick VT. 05843 TEL;WORK;VOICE:802-472-8628 TEL;HOME;VOICE:802 472-8628 ADR;WORK:;home office;;Hardwick;VT.;05843;USA LABEL;WORK;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:home office=0D=0AHardwick, VT. 05843=0D=0AUSA ADR;HOME:;;P.O. Box 1008;Hardwick;Vermont;05843;USA LABEL;HOME;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:P.O. Box 1008=0D=0AHardwick, Vermont 05843=0D=0AUSA X-WAB-GENDER:1 URL;HOME:http://ucat.us URL;WORK:http://ucat.us/adopt.html BDAY:19750928 EMAIL;PREF;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] REV:20060827T202242Z END:VCARD No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: IFA kittens, retest at 6 mo 1 yr? Or is IFA positive final?
They still have a chance to throw off the virus, though it is more likely when an adult cat is exposed to feLV. Still, if these kittens appear healthy and "normal" I am a strong believer in giving them the time to clear the virus. If the cat or kitten is asymptomatic then by all means give them the luxury of time.[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Someone emailed me a couple of 10 week old FELV+ kittens to add to my website. She says they were confirmed positive on IFA, and she said "so it's in the bone marrow", and implied that retesting wont get any different results later as the IFA is "final". I always thought kittens could throw the virus, even if positive on IFA. So, what's the deal? Is an IFA result the final say, or do these babies have a chance of throwing the virus with time? 10 weeks old is awful young to throw in the towel, isn't it? I would suspect maternal antibodies at this point, but would they show on IFA? PhaewrynPlease adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need!BEGIN:VCARDVERSION:2.1N:O'Gwynn;Jenn;Phaewryn;Ms.FN:Jenn Phaewryn O'GwynnNICKNAME:PhaewrynORG:UCAT rescue;operations/field workTITLE:Cat RescuerNOTE:I rescue cats. I run a small personal rescue operation, all on my own, and out of pocket. Donations appreciated at any time! Paypal donations can be sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or send donations via check or money order to Jennifer O'Guin, PO Box 1008, Hardwick VT. 05843TEL;WORK;VOICE:802-472-8628TEL;HOME;VOICE:802 472-8628ADR;WORK:;home office;;Hardwick;VT.;05843;USALABEL;WORK;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:home office=0D=0AHardwick, VT. 05843=0D=0AUSAADR;HOME:;;P.O. Box 1008;Hardwick;Vermont;05843;USALABEL;HOME;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:P.O. Box 1008=0D=0AHardwick, Vermont 05843=0D=0AUSAX-WAB-GENDER:1URL;HOME:http://ucat.usURL;WORK:http://ucat.us/adopt.htmlBDAY:19750928EMAIL;PREF;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED]EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED]EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED]REV:20060827T202242ZEND:VCARDNo virus found in this outgoing message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: IFA kittens, retest at 6 mo 1 yr? Or is IFA positive final?
They still have a chance to throw off the virus, though it is more likely when an adult cat is exposed to feLV. Still, if these kittens appear healthy and "normal" I am a strong believer in giving them the time to clear the virus. If the cat or kitten is asymptomatic then by all means give them the luxury of time.[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Someone emailed me a couple of 10 week old FELV+ kittens to add to my website. She says they were confirmed positive on IFA, and she said "so it's in the bone marrow", and implied that retesting wont get any different results later as the IFA is "final". I always thought kittens could throw the virus, even if positive on IFA. So, what's the deal? Is an IFA result the final say, or do these babies have a chance of throwing the virus with time? 10 weeks old is awful young to throw in the towel, isn't it? I would suspect maternal antibodies at this point, but would they show on IFA? PhaewrynPlease adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need!BEGIN:VCARDVERSION:2.1N:O'Gwynn;Jenn;Phaewryn;Ms.FN:Jenn Phaewryn O'GwynnNICKNAME:PhaewrynORG:UCAT rescue;operations/field workTITLE:Cat RescuerNOTE:I rescue cats. I run a small personal rescue operation, all on my own, and out of pocket. Donations appreciated at any time! Paypal donations can be sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or send donations via check or money order to Jennifer O'Guin, PO Box 1008, Hardwick VT. 05843TEL;WORK;VOICE:802-472-8628TEL;HOME;VOICE:802 472-8628ADR;WORK:;home office;;Hardwick;VT.;05843;USALABEL;WORK;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:home office=0D=0AHardwick, VT. 05843=0D=0AUSAADR;HOME:;;P.O. Box 1008;Hardwick;Vermont;05843;USALABEL;HOME;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:P.O. Box 1008=0D=0AHardwick, Vermont 05843=0D=0AUSAX-WAB-GENDER:1URL;HOME:http://ucat.usURL;WORK:http://ucat.us/adopt.htmlBDAY:19750928EMAIL;PREF;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED]EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED]EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED]REV:20060827T202242ZEND:VCARDNo virus found in this outgoing message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Re: IFA kittens, retest at 6 mo 1 yr? Or is IFA positive final?
They are the two on the top on this page: http://ucat.us/FELVadopt.html They look healthy to me. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners:http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program:http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more!It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006
Hit by a car..FeLV+
http://search.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=6904159 Title: Petfinder PetNotes Russo Cat E-mail this pet PrinterFriendly Humane Society of Williamson County Austin & Leander, TX (512) 260-3602 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tabby - Orange Size: Medium Age: Baby Gender: Male ID: 600738 Notes: 8/26/06 - Russo escaped all odds when he was hit by a car, then taken to The Humane Society of Williamson County. He was immediately rushed to the vet where he was treated, and it was determined he would be fine with a little TLC and care. Russo has only lived a short 3 months and thought his luck was changing. But, unfortunately his luck didn't hold out, he has tested positive for FeLV. The shelter does not have the proper facility to provide shelter for an FeLV kitty. We are desparate to see this little boy get a chance at love and life, even if just for a little while. He loves to snuggle, play, and purrs all day long. He has been through so, so much, and now this terrible turn of fate. Will you be the Guardian Angel that gives him the chance at love he so much deserves? He can either be an only kitty, or with other FeLV kitties, but has to be an indoor only cat. Please call or email us today and save this little boy from being just another statistic... Information regarding adoptable pets is provided by the adopting organization and is neither checked for accuracy or completeness nor guaranteed to be accurate or complete. The health status and behavior of any pet found, adopted through, or listed on the Petfinder.com Website are the sole responsibility of the adoption organization listing the same and/or the adopting party, and by using this service, the adopting party releases Petfinder.com from any and all liability arising out of or
head tilt/dialated eye
i am in lurk mode, but my darling minnie ( who is 11) is coming towards the bridge and has a bit of this syptom too. my awesome vet says that her cancer has proabably metastisized ...weirdly enough, my mother who had cancer had this sort of affect as well much love and head bonks to all LJ
Re: head tilt/dialated eye
LJ, is Minnie positive? Where is her cancer? Michelle In a message dated 8/27/2006 7:28:46 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: i am in lurk mode, but my darling minnie ( who is 11) is coming towards the bridge and has a bit of this syptom too. my awesome vet says that her cancer has proabably metastisized ...weirdly enough, my mother who had cancer had this sort of affect as well much love and head bonks to all LJ
Please send good vibes to Lucy
Lucy was doing great recovering from her last IBD relapse, and I had just tapered down to 2.5 mg/day (started at 12.5 and reduced by 1.25 per week). And then she relapsed again. Liquid diarrhea and little interest in food. Otherwise she is acting fine this time, knock on wood. I put her back up to 10 mg/day of pred and am giving her some homeopathic remedies. Please send her prayers, good thoughts, etc. Her ibd definitely seems to be worsening, with more relapses that take longer to get better. I always worry a bit that it is lymphoma, given her FeLV, though I am now getting used to the up and down of ibd so am more concerned/depressed than panicked. Thanks, Michelle
Re: IFA kittens, retest at 6 mo 1 yr? Or is IFA positive final?
nope, cats CAN indeed test negative on the IFA if they were tested before they had thrown off the virus. it can take up to six or seven months for a negative IFA to become positive, tho even with the IFA, 120-days is the norm. in rescue, most cats never are given the chance to HAVE an ifa in the first place, no less to be retested even once. if the cat has a home and it's important to know the status, then retesting is great On 8/27/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: They are the two on the top on this page: http://ucat.us/FELVadopt.html They look healthy to me. Phaewryn Please adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners: http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program: http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more! It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006 -- Spay Neuter Your Neighbors!Maybe That'll Make The DifferenceMaryChristineAIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCatsMSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ: 289856892
Re: Please send good vibes to Lucy
GLOW for lucy, and for your sanity, as well On 8/27/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Lucy was doing great recovering from her last IBD relapse, and I had just tapered down to 2.5 mg/day (started at 12.5 and reduced by 1.25 per week). And then she relapsed again. Liquid diarrhea and little interest in food. Otherwise she is acting fine this time, knock on wood. I put her back up to 10 mg/day of pred and am giving her some homeopathic remedies. Please send her prayers, good thoughts, etc. Her ibd definitely seems to be worsening, with more relapses that take longer to get better. I always worry a bit that it is lymphoma, given her FeLV, though I am now getting used to the up and down of ibd so am more concerned/depressed than panicked. Thanks, Michelle -- Spay Neuter Your Neighbors!Maybe That'll Make The DifferenceMaryChristineAIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCats MSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED]ICQ: 289856892
Re: Please send good vibes to Lucy
Good thoughts and prayers for you and Lucy coming your way.[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Lucy was doing great recovering from her last IBD relapse, and I had just tapered down to 2.5 mg/day (started at 12.5 and reduced by 1.25 per week). And then she relapsed again. Liquid diarrhea and little interest in food. Otherwise she is acting fine this time, knock on wood. I put her back up to 10 mg/day of pred and am giving her some homeopathic remedies. Please send her prayers, good thoughts, etc. Her ibd definitely seems to be worsening, with more relapses that take longer to get better. I always worry a bit that it is lymphoma, given her FeLV, though I am now getting used to the up and down of ibd so am more concerned/depressed than panicked.Thanks, Michelle Do you Yahoo!? Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail.
Smokey is Coughing
Smokey started his Doxy regiment last Wednesday for his Hemobart. I started him on his Interferon this morning (Sunday). The vet suggested I ease him into each regiment one at a time so if he has any symptoms we may be able to pinpoint which regiment caused the problems. I am hoping to start him on the Lysine this week. However, I am still worried about his breathing. At times he seems to have labored breathing and at other times it seems to be better...but still not great. However, I have noticed on at least three different times within the past week that he has had a coughing fit that takes him a while to cease. It seems to be a true cough, not a hairball cough. He has no discharge from his nose or eyes. Does anyone know what is a cat's normal respiratory rate? The vet wanted him to come in any way in about 5 to 7 days from when he started the Doxy to do some blood work (this Tuesday). But I don't know if it would be better for him to wait due to the stress of the travel to the vet or if it would be better to take him in right away due to his coughing breathing. I know any stress can make the virus do more damage. Does anyone have any advice to lend me? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. ~Dee
Re: IFA kittens, retest at 6 mo 1 yr? Or is IFA positive final?
That's all too true. Irrevocable decisions are made on the basis of an in-office ELISA test. If cats were routinely tested with the IFA and given the time and environment to throw off the virus, what would we discover about FeLV?TenHouseCats [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:nope, cats CAN indeed test negative on the IFA if they were tested before they had thrown off the virus. it can take up to six or seven months for a negative IFA to become positive, tho even with the IFA, 120-days is the norm. in rescue, most cats never are given the chance to HAVE an ifa in the first place, no less to be retested even once. if the cat has a home and it's important to know the status, then retesting is great On 8/27/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: They are the two on the top on this page: http://ucat.us/FELVadopt.html They look healthy to me.PhaewrynPlease adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!! http://ucat.us/adopt.html Low cost SpayNeuter services in VT, and Emergency Financial Assistance for cat owners: http://ucat.us/VermontLowCost.htmlSpecial Needs Cat Resources: http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html The Sofa Poem: http://ucat.us/sofapoem.html Please shop online through i-give and support the Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program: http://www.igive.com/FVEAP Shop at GREAT stores, like Drs. Foster Smith, Pet Food Direct, Musician's Friend, and LOTS more! It doesn't cost you a single penny more, and it makes so much difference to a sick cat in need! No virus found in this outgoing message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.6/428 - Release Date: 8/25/2006-- Spay Neuter Your Neighbors!Maybe That'll Make The DifferenceMaryChristineAIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCatsMSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED]ICQ: 289856892
RE: Please send good vibes to Lucy
Best wishes for Lucy to restabilize. Hang in there! Diane R. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Lucy was doing great recovering from her last IBD relapse, and I had just tapered down to 2.5 mg/day (started at 12.5 and reduced by 1.25 per week). And then she relapsed again. Liquid diarrhea and little interest in food. Otherwise she is acting fine this time, knock on wood. I put her back up to 10 mg/day of pred and am giving her some homeopathic remedies. Please send her prayers, good thoughts, etc. Her ibd definitely seems to be worsening, with more relapses that take longer to get better. I always worry a bit that it is lymphoma, given her FeLV, though I am now getting used to the up and down of ibd so am more concerned/depressed than panicked. Thanks, Michelle Do you Yahoo!?Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail.
Re: Smokey is Coughing
Has he been x-rayed and/or ultrasoundedto see if there are any masses near his lungs, i.e. lymphoma? Not to scare you, but it should probably be checked. Michelle
Re: Smokey is Coughing
Michelle, Yes, he had X-Rays done of his lungs about one week ago. The only thing the vet told me is that it looked like fluffy cotton, which indicated slight pnuemonia. ~Dee
To Tonya Re: Popeye has gone to the bridge
Hi Tonya, First, let me say that I am so sorry that you have lost Popeye. I am so sorry that you had to let him go and that nothing else can be done. One positive thing is that you know now that you made the right decision in letting him go. Had you not had that test result, and made the decision to let him go, you would have always wondered if it was the right one. What a blessing that you know. I hope his sweet memories help you to grieve for him. And I know that he's watching over you right now (and probably scratching that principal's new Cadillac or clawing up their couch when he/she is asleep. hehe). Popeye loves you and will always be right by your side, even in death. Second, let me say that I know exactly what it feels like to work for a crappy administrator. I have worked in public education for 12 years now, at four schools, first as a teacher/coach and now as a librarian like Susan. I have had some great administators, and three crappy ones. I work for two of them now. A lot of people don't know how much politics and power do play a part in the public school system. It is a reality and it's sad the power that an administrator has in a teacher's life. I don't know what state you are in, or how your evaluations are done, but is this same administrator going to be giving your evaluation? Or is it your asst. principal? If it is this principal, I would strongly suggest that you join the local region of your teacher's union, like AFT or the like. And document everything that goes on this year with this principal. Everything. Because the reality is that this principal could really be a jerk and could cause you trouble for no other reason than that his or her pants are too tight. I hate to be so fatalistic about this but I've seen it and been through it, and I feel the need to warn you. Hopefully, this principal is just trying to establish him or herself, and is a bit insecure in the new position (maybe they are a first year principal), and you and the other teacher were the guinea pigs. Keep in mind that you are a good teacher and that you went into teaching because you love kids and you love teaching them. And pray for guidance and protection this year. You are a wise woman to lie low. I do the same thing. I stay out of the office unless I have to go in there, and when I do, I'm sweet as pie. Yes, I play the game, even though I hate it. Once, my senior year gov't teacher told me that I would have to learn to play the game in life, and I told her that was crap, and that I would never do it, but she was right. Sometimes you just have to. And I also agree wholeheartedly with the others about calling in sick. Complete honesty is not always the best route to take. It's like dealing with the IRS. The less they know, the better. Again, I am so sorry that you had to let Popeye go. If you need anything or just to vent, you know where to find me. :) Wendy __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: To Gina: Re: OT: Re: Question #3: Supplements
Hey Gina, What do you think made her start turning her nose up at the wet Innova? Do you think it was putting the dry out? Can you see if taking the dry will help? I would try that, especially since she needs the lysine. I don't think there's any way to add lysine to the dry. As far as other wet foods go, some people like Wellness. I think that California Naturals makes Innova, so they will have other premium wet foods on their website you can learn about. Keep me posted on what works. :) Wendy --- Gina WN [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wendy, I've been feeding Pippin Innova wet food and mixing in the L-lysine. She seemed to like it. I was supplementing with Innova Evo dry mixed with Science Diet dry (to transition her over from Science dry that she was eating.) Now, she won't eat the wet Innova at all. She turns her nose up at it and only wants the dry food. Can I stir the L-Lysine into the dry food until I find a wet food she will eat? And, can you recommend other wet foods I can try? Gina wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey Gina, I am not sure how much is too much lysine, but from what I've read, if kitty is asymptomatic, then 250 mg. per day is good for maintenance. If kitty has symptoms or is ill, then 500 mg. per day is not too much. That's what I gave Smookie when she had a corneal ulcer. If she tests negative on the second FeLV test, then I don't see the need to boost her immune system, unless the test is wrong. I have a kitty with feline herpes and I don't give her lysine unless she has symptoms. Some people do though. It just depends on the person and their philosophy. It is good for them, so doing it for maintenance or for symptoms, either way is fine. I am not sure how much lysine is too much. I think some people even give 1000 mg. per day or more depending on how sick kitty is. You should research this more though. You can find info. on the web. Just pay attention to the sources. :) Wendy __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com Please visit my Tigger Tales site! At the bottom of the home and links pages are my merchant affiliate banners. If anyone uses my links to make a purchase, I will receive a percentage of all final sales. I am going to donate 100% of the proceeds to animal welfare organizations. This is a great way to shop your favorite online pet stores and give something to a worthy cause. Thank you in advance! - How low will we go? Check out Yahoo! Messengers low PC-to-Phone call rates. __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Smokey is Coughing
Hi Dee, I am stumped as to what could be causing Smokey's coughing and labored breathing still. I have no idea what the normal respiratory rate is for a kitty. Let me know if you find out and I'll add it to the sick kitty manual. Is he still coughing today? Do you really feel that it's something serious? You might have to go with your gut on this one. Coughing doesn't sound too serios to me, generally, but it would depend on how it sounded. Also, since Smokey is on an antibiotic, I would think it would help any other infections he may have, like a URI. Maybe time will help you to make the decision on whether or not to take him in sooner. Prayers going to to Smokey. Please keep us posted. :) Wendy __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
