test results your interpretation/your advice

2007-07-31 Thread Susan Franklin
My baby boy, Gunnar, will celebrate his first anniversary with his two sisters, Kelly (17) and Meagan (8) and his better than a Dad Ricky on August 2. Can you help me interpret his initial test results from one year ago - we have decided that through our faith and prayers that he has

Re: Info about IFA and Elissa Test

2006-09-27 Thread Susan Franklin
Guys, is this true??? Pos Elisa and Neg IFA is bad?? What's everyone opinion regarding what what Cracker's vet said?? Thanks!!! [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/26/06 5:17:29 PM I forgot to mention something important. My vet had told me that when a cat is positive on Elissa test and then has a

RE: Lola

2006-09-25 Thread Susan Franklin
Have any of you also had experience with Welless food? I bought cases of Wellness, hearing that no cat turns it down. Well, my three did!! I'm wondering if I should invest in Evo?? Your thoughts please. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/25/06 11:12:04 AM Hi Ioana, Welcome to the group. My kitties

Re: Traveling with a cat

2006-09-25 Thread Susan Franklin
I would just be sure the cage was in the least noisy area of the moving vehicle - away from the motor/engine and anything that makes noise. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/25/06 2:24:39 PM that sounds like an elegant solution - you'll be able to cover the cage with a mommy or daddy smelling blanket so

Re: integration

2006-09-25 Thread Susan Franklin
lives down the street. LOL. So I guess I care for six full time, three part time, and one not at all, but she's still wearing our phone number on her name tag and the people who feed her know she has a home. :) Wendy --- Susan Franklin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As you already know, I have two

integration

2006-09-24 Thread Susan Franklin
As you already know, I have two - girls (Kelly 16 and Meagan 8). Gunnar (for now) tested ELISA +, with a retest scheduled for December 1.The girls have their second vaccination this Tuesday night. Tanya said to wait an additional two weeks after that.So let me ask you all this:The

Re: integration

2006-09-24 Thread Susan Franklin
I totally understand. But if you haven't already, read the archives on this site. These folks - especially catatonya (my fave) - mix and have had no problems. I anguished over this, but these people helped me lose my fear. In two weeks, I will be mixing. Susan M. Franklin Legal

Re: integration

2006-09-24 Thread Susan Franklin
Thank you! Susan M. Franklin Legal Assistant International Patent Group WALLENSTEIN WAGNER, LTD. 311 South Wacker Drive - 5300 Chicago, IL 60606 (USA) Telephone: 312-554-3300 Facsimile: 312-554-3301 [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] 09/24/06 15:15 PM To answer Susan's

Re: integration

2006-09-24 Thread Susan Franklin
Thank you! Susan M. Franklin Legal Assistant International Patent Group WALLENSTEIN WAGNER, LTD. 311 South Wacker Drive - 5300 Chicago, IL 60606 (USA) Telephone: 312-554-3300 Facsimile: 312-554-3301 [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] 09/24/06 15:15 PM To answer Susan's

Re: Smokey

2006-09-21 Thread Susan Franklin
My Sister had two dogs, but I would think this would apply equally to cats. If a cat/dog can't smell it's food, it probably won't eat it. Therefore, if your cat/dog has a cold/stuffed nose or allergies with stuffiness, there's always a possibly of a decline in the interest of food. [EMAIL

Re: Smokey and food

2006-09-21 Thread Susan Franklin
This seems to be a problem. My three cats will eat Fancy Feast - but only certain limited flavors. They really don't care for the new Medleys. They don't care for Friskie's or Iams. I bought $150 worth of Wellness canned food in all of the flavors and they really aren't interested. So they

Re: Smokey and food

2006-09-21 Thread Susan Franklin
What are the votes on Wellness canned??? My little fussies don't like it. I bought every flavor - I wonder if they don't like the texture, as it seems creamier than Fancy Feast. They will eat the Wellness dry, though, so they're at least getting some very nutritious into their systems. I want

Re: Smokey and food

2006-09-21 Thread Susan Franklin
hasn't touched his food here I go with a smorgasbord for him. I know he probably thinks I am crazy. Cindy --- Susan Franklin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This seems to be a problem. My three cats will eat Fancy Feast - but only certain limited flavors. They really don't care for the new Medleys

Fwd: Re: Fwd: positive cat

2006-09-20 Thread Susan Franklin
In addition, can someone assist me in changing my email address so I can continue to correspond with you all THANKS!! [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/19/06 9:10:49 PM Can someone tell Iona how to join the group? I think you go to the website and sign up. And I 'think' it's www.felv.org ??

Re: FW: Pet Rules

2006-09-19 Thread Susan Franklin
Can someone send me this? I didn't get/see it. It sounds so familiar THANKS!! [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/18/06 8:17:20 PM I loved it and will print it out. I LOL!!! when i read the bathroom having an exit and the king size bed part sooo trueand we all cant lie here. When we go to

*** Detected as Spam *** Re: $$$ or Kitty Talk

2006-09-19 Thread Susan Franklin
I'd take my cat(s) without one moment to even contemplate taking the $$. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/19/06 10:29:02 AM I'd take the money...lol --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all. Hope everyone's babies are doing great! I was in Philly visiting my Dad in Hospital..He might come home on

RE: Behavior Problems

2006-09-19 Thread Susan Franklin
And neutering provides many health advantages too. Neutering - it's a good thing. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/19/06 11:00:18 AM neutering would significantly address the issue. it's not just about mating, it's about mating/territorial behavior which, as i understand it, spraying is one such

*** Detected as Spam *** Re: $$$ or Kitty Talk

2006-09-19 Thread Susan Franklin
Once my girls are vaccinated and Gunnar is out of isolation (our basement), any tips and hints on the very best way to integrate them?? The girls know Gunnar exists, as I put him in his carrier and brought him up to spend time in the living room with us. We've also purchased a cage for Gunnar

Re: timing on FeLV+ test

2006-09-18 Thread Susan Franklin
PROTECTED] 9/16/06 8:02:25 PM Once your negative cats are vaccinated, boostered and then wait maybe 2 weeks... I would mix without worrying about dishes and litters at all. t Susan Franklin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You guys, as I've said before, are FANTASTIC. Whenever I get down about

Re: *** Detected as Spam *** Crackers Vet Visit GREAT NEWS!!

2006-09-15 Thread Susan Franklin
You and Crackers are two of the luckiest and blessed people on this Earth. God bless you and continued good news!!! Next time you see your new fave vet, you might think about giving that guy a big wet one! ;D [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/14/06 6:15:13 PM New vet is awesome..clipped his nails

Re: Welcome Beatrix!

2006-09-15 Thread Susan Franklin
Good luck and much love to all of you! [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/15/06 11:14:50 AM Good news, good news, I have good news! My vet gave the okay yesterday on bringing a new cat home - he said that Satch wasn't contagious and prescribed another symptomatic medecine for his cough. So I ran tout

Re: searching for a cat sitter

2006-09-14 Thread Susan Franklin
Don't vet offices usually have cards or information available? I just recently saw a card in our vet's office for a girl who walks dogs, feeds pets and gives medications. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/14/06 9:55:20 AM I don't know of any petsitters personally in your area but I was looking for a

*** Detected as Spam *** RE: o/t established cat and new cat

2006-09-13 Thread Susan Franklin
The flower essence is called Rescue Remedy - it's available from Drs. Foster _, online and supposedly at health food stores. It's liquid to put in water or on food or a spray (directly into the mouth). [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/13/06 12:01:52 PM I also started using flower essence (5

Re: timing on FeLV+ test

2006-09-12 Thread Susan Franklin
about the safety of vaccinations that each individual needs to weigh. MC On 9/11/06, Susan Franklin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You guys, as I've said before, are FANTASTIC. Whenever I get down about stuff I read on other Internet sites regarding mixing or throwing off the virus, I

timing on FeLV+ test

2006-09-11 Thread Susan Franklin
Gunnar was first tested positive using the Elissa test on August 3. He just started eating Wellness wet/dry, and I started the Mega C on Saturday. When do you recommend I take him back for his retest? Is September 23 too soon? And should I do the Elissa again? And keep doing the Elissa until

Re: timing on FeLV+ test

2006-09-11 Thread Susan Franklin
it at least 2 months. How old is he? Susan Franklin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Gunnar was first tested positive using the Elissa test on August 3. He just started eating Wellness wet/dry, and I started the Mega C on Saturday. When do you recommend I take him back for his retest? Is September 23 too

Re: timing on FeLV+ test

2006-09-11 Thread Susan Franklin
[EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/11/06 8:37:18 AM Susan, I would wait *at least* 90 days and then get the IFA test. WOULD I NOT WANT TO GET THE ELISSA TEST AGAIN??? ISN'T THE IFA TEST THE FINAL SAY??? IF THE IFA CAME BACK POSITIVE, WOULD I CONTINUE TO RETEST WITH THE IFA? AND HOW OFTEN? Keep

Re: timing on FeLV+ test

2006-09-11 Thread Susan Franklin
[EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/11/06 9:51:42 AM Yes you could still give it a try later down the road, I have heard of a cat that tested negative after a year, so that's why I always say a minimum of 90 days. I tested Bailey for the first 3 years and he always tested positive, I figured after 3

Re: timing on FeLV+ test

2006-09-11 Thread Susan Franklin
by the IFA. Neither the ELISA nor IFA will not detect viral latency, because during viral latency P27 antigen is not being produced. Susan Franklin wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/11/06 8:37:18 AM Susan, I would wait *at least* 90 days and then get the IFA test. WOULD I NOT WANT TO GET

Re: *** Detected as Spam *** timing on FeLV+ test

2006-09-11 Thread Susan Franklin
. personally, i would vaccinate my negatives and mix with no problem, but there's an ongoing debate about the safety of vaccinations that each individual needs to weigh. MC On 9/11/06, Susan Franklin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You guys, as I've said before, are FANTASTIC. Whenever I get down about