Re: [Felvtalk] FelV vaccine for FelV positive cats?

2009-02-19 Thread G. Lane
Well, not exactly - what actually happened was I obtained 2 cats from a lady in Oklahoma, and she was a vet tech. She knew they were FELV positive, and had them for several years. HER VET (not mine) had vaccinated them for FELV regularly, and believed that it was helpful to FELV cats. I

Re: [Felvtalk] FelV vaccine for FelV positive cats?

2009-02-19 Thread G. Lane
Well, not exactly - what actually happened was I obtained 2 cats from a lady in Oklahoma, and she was a vet tech. She knew they were FELV positive, and had them for several years. HER VET (not mine) had vaccinated them for FELV regularly, and believed that it was helpful to FELV cats. I

Re: [Felvtalk] Spaying/neutering of FelV cats

2009-02-10 Thread Lorrie
I have had two FelV pos. kittens neutered at 6 months with no problems, but of course a spay is a much more invasive proceedure. I will be interested in knowing what others on the list have done. Lorrie On 02-10, Marci Greer wrote: Hi All, I have a FELV+ kitty, Maddie 3 yrs old who came

Re: [Felvtalk] Spaying/neutering of FelV cats

2009-02-10 Thread TANYA NOE
My vet said that most FELV cats do fine after spaying. There is some risk but there is some risk for all spays. She said they are more likely to have problems from not being spayed than from the spay itself. Tanya --- On Tue, 2/10/09, Lorrie felineres...@kvinet.com wrote: From: Lorrie

Re: [Felvtalk] Spaying/neutering of FelV cats

2009-02-10 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I've had no problem with it - Gloria On Feb 10, 2009, at 4:08 PM, Lorrie wrote: I have had two FelV pos. kittens neutered at 6 months with no problems, but of course a spay is a much more invasive proceedure. I will be interested in knowing what others on the list have done. Lorrie On

Re: [Felvtalk] Spaying/neutering of FelV cats

2009-02-10 Thread Chris
/72157603921945483/ -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Gloria B. Lane Sent: Tuesday, February 10, 2009 7:59 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Spaying/neutering of FelV cats I've had

Re: [Felvtalk] 2 FELV+ cats for adoption Angel and Gracia

2009-01-31 Thread dlgegg
. as for the negative cats, if they are vacinnated and they don't get into a fight where they are biting and drawing blood, should be okay. dorlis KAREN MEIERDIERCKS kmeierdier...@msn.com wrote: I have 2 FELV+ cats needing immediate homes. They can be adopted separately. I am in New York

[Felvtalk] 2 FELV+ cats for adoption Angel and Gracia

2009-01-14 Thread KAREN MEIERDIERCKS
I have 2 FELV+ cats needing immediate homes. They can be adopted separately. I am in New York City. A donation to cover expenses would be offered. Angel is a neutered Japanese Bobtail. Gracia is a one year old Russian Blue/white spayed female. They are friendly and healthy. Tested positive

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-11-02 Thread Lorrie
about your area, but around here, a bullet is cheaper and easier than dealing with the animal is the general opinion. they all think i am nuts for taking in stray cats and dogs. l take them in, but bring them in my house and take them to the vet and spend all that money! dorlis

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-11-01 Thread Lorrie
Kelley, Wouldn't they spend their remaining lives in cages at Texas AM? I'd believe I'd rather see my cats euthanized than living in a cage. Lorrie On 10-31, Kelley Saveika wrote: My plan is not to leave them to a sanctuary, but to the Stevenson Companion Animal Life-Care Center at Texas AM

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-11-01 Thread Sharyl
: From: Laurieskatz [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Friday, October 31, 2008, 10:24 PM Friends of mine have CW Rustic Hollow Shelter (a sanctuary) in Iowa. It is an amazing place where the kitties are well cared

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-11-01 Thread Kelley Saveika
On Fri, Oct 31, 2008 at 4:28 PM, Lorrie [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kelley, Wouldn't they spend their remaining lives in cages at Texas AM? I'd believe I'd rather see my cats euthanized than living in a cage. Lorrie Lorrie, They are not caged at all - possibly for feeding purposes

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-11-01 Thread Laurieskatz
I know Felicio and love him. When I go to CW, we have lunch and Felicio always sits on my lap. He is gorgeous and sweet. I have agreed to take him if they ever need a place for him to go. He touched my heart with his braveryit isn't easy being blind and living with other cats (my Frankie

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-11-01 Thread Chris
- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kelley Saveika Sent: Saturday, November 01, 2008 2:44 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death On Fri, Oct 31, 2008 at 4:28 PM, Lorrie [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kelley, Wouldn't

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-11-01 Thread Kelley Saveika
] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kelley Saveika Sent: Saturday, November 01, 2008 2:44 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death On Fri, Oct 31, 2008 at 4:28 PM, Lorrie [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kelley, Wouldn't they spend

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-11-01 Thread Sharyl
: Laurieskatz [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Saturday, November 1, 2008, 4:38 PM I know Felicio and love him. When I go to CW, we have lunch and Felicio always sits on my lap. He is gorgeous and sweet. I have agreed

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-11-01 Thread dlgegg
that is my problem, rural area about 2hrs drive from St. Louis, with no no kill sanctuary. i don't know about your area, but around here, a bullet is cheaper and easier than dealing with the animal is the general opinion. they all think i am nuts for taking in stray cats and dogs. ly take

Re: [Felvtalk] Essential oil for calming cats

2008-11-01 Thread dlgegg
hi, the aspca has some good information on essential oils and cats. their physiology is different form all others and they are extremely sensitive, especially tea tree oil. i have been trying to get defining research on the subject for a few years now. so far, aspca has best answer. dorlis

Re: [Felvtalk] Essential oil for calming cats

2008-11-01 Thread dlgegg
i would not even diffuse oils in a room where my cats spend time. i used to a diffuser for myself, but stopped it. i put oils on myself, but am careful that the cats don't lick or sniff at it. just too risky. my chiropractor uses oils all the time on her Tennessee Walkers, but not cats

Re: [Felvtalk] Essential oil for calming cats

2008-11-01 Thread dlgegg
:57 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Essential oil for calming cats I would never put a drop of essential oil on a cat.  There probably are safe ones to use but the majority are harmful.  I don't know about using a diffuser.  Some cats are sensitive/allergic

[Felvtalk] Essential oil for calming cats

2008-10-31 Thread MacKenzie, Kerry N.
Dear all Does anyone know anything about the safety of using essential oils in a kitty household? My aromatherapist friend says: There seem to be two schools of thought, one of which (internet) is that essential oils in a diffuser can be too strong for cats, but that hydrosols (also called

Re: [Felvtalk] Essential oil for calming cats

2008-10-31 Thread Sharyl
I would never put a drop of essential oil on a cat.  There probably are safe ones to use but the majority are harmful.  I don't know about using a diffuser.  Some cats are sensitive/allergic to fragrances.  It would depend on your cat. Sharyl --- On Fri, 10/31/08, MacKenzie, Kerry N. [EMAIL

Re: [Felvtalk] Essential oil for calming cats

2008-10-31 Thread MacKenzie, Kerry N.
cats I would never put a drop of essential oil on a cat.  There probably are safe ones to use but the majority are harmful.  I don't know about using a diffuser.  Some cats are sensitive/allergic to fragrances.  It would depend on your cat. Sharyl --- On Fri, 10/31/08, MacKenzie, Kerry N. [EMAIL

Re: [Felvtalk] Essential oil for calming cats

2008-10-31 Thread MaryChristine
my understanding is that cats aren't able to break down the actual oils themselves in the same manner that other species are, so that they act as much more powerful concentrates--there are safe and effective ways to dilute the oils into various forms that aren't harmful (they've been years

Re: [Felvtalk] Essential oil for calming cats

2008-10-31 Thread MacKenzie, Kerry N.
] Essential oil for calming cats my understanding is that cats aren't able to break down the actual oils themselves in the same manner that other species are, so that they act as much more powerful concentrates--there are safe and effective ways to dilute the oils into various forms that aren't harmful

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-10-31 Thread Lorrie
On 10-31, Sharyl wrote: Kelly, how does one go about finding a a list of sanctuaries for pets to list in ones will.  I have a combo of healthy cats, CRF kitties, and FeLV+ kitties.  I'd like to make plans in advance.  At 61 I can reasonably expect to live for many years but there is always

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-10-31 Thread MacKenzie, Kerry N.
been more. I do remember gulping when I saw the amount. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lorrie Sent: Friday, October 31, 2008 12:07 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death On 10-31

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-10-31 Thread tamara stickler
Just a word of advice, watch where you wind up leaving your cats. If it is to be to an organization, I would suggest you become active volunteers of the organization NOW and keep up a face to face envolvement throughout the rest of your life! By volunteering I have gathered intimate

Re: [Felvtalk] Essential oil for calming cats

2008-10-31 Thread MaryChristine
grin well, of course, YOU wouldn't apply them directly On Fri, Oct 31, 2008 at 12:45 PM, MacKenzie, Kerry N. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks MC. My plan was always to diffuse, not to apply to cat. I'll check out holisticat! -- Spay Neuter Your Neighbors! Maybe That'll Make The

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-10-31 Thread Sharyl
Tamara, good advise.  I'd love to volunteer at an organization that provides a final home for cats.  My problem is I live in a rural area in VA with no sanctuaries within 100 miles.  The local SPCA is pretty worthless when it comes to cats. Sharyl --- On Fri, 10/31/08, tamara stickler [EMAIL

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-10-31 Thread Kelley Saveika
: Kelly, how does one go about finding a a list of sanctuaries for pets to list in ones will. I have a combo of healthy cats, CRF kitties, and FeLV+ kitties. I'd like to make plans in advance. At 61 I can reasonably expect to live for many years but there is always the chance

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-10-31 Thread Chris
Sent: Friday, October 31, 2008 1:30 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death Just a word of advice, watch where you wind up leaving your cats. If it is to be to an organization, I would suggest you become active volunteers of the organization NOW

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-10-31 Thread MaryChristine
that others make, GO OVER IT WITH YOUR LAWYER, and do NOT assume that your state's laws even allow you to leave money/property/whatever to your pets. and make secondary arrangements as well, because you probably don't want to know how many people who promised to take in mom's cats and love them forever drop

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-10-31 Thread Sharyl
] wrote: From: Kelley Saveika [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Friday, October 31, 2008, 3:18 PM My plan is not to leave them to a sanctuary, but to the Stevenson Companion Animal Life-Care Center at Texas AM

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-10-31 Thread Laurieskatz
there for her cats (paid for by her estate). http://www.rustichollowshelter.org/ Laurie ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org

Re: [Felvtalk] Seeking homes for cats after death

2008-10-31 Thread MaryChristine
wow, is carmen on this list? i've never heard anything even slightly bad about CW, and as those in rescue know, that's fairly umcommon. i didn't realize, tho, that they had estate-planning info. thanks! (especially because i can NEVER remember the actual sanctuary name) MC On Fri, Oct

[Felvtalk] great litter box for felv cats

2008-10-11 Thread Dorlis Grote
when i first started looking for info, went to Wikipedia.org. they have info on lots of subjects. they mentioned a litter box for diabetic cats that also worked for felv cats in mixed households. it is called smart cat box, uses safflower seed for litter. does not absorb urine, instead

[Felvtalk] Need Opinions on Testing new cats for FELV

2008-09-05 Thread Michelle Brockman
I have two female cats that I rescued from a shelter in the first week of August (one had a litter of kittens 2 days after I picked them up).I have had them for a month now. They have been in the same room but have had no contact with eachother or the others dishes, litterbox, etc.(they sleep

Re: [Felvtalk] Need Opinions on Testing new cats for FELV

2008-09-05 Thread Carmen Conklin
Hi, Michelle, Your post caught my attention. I would tend to agree with your veterinarian about the one month time for testing. Even for kittens. I have worked with Feline Leukemia cats since 1985 and we currently have around 25-35 at any given time. IN spite of the fact that kittens are more

Re: [Felvtalk] Any info on FIV cats and non FIV cats

2008-07-23 Thread catatonya
I have mixed with no problems. FiV cats don't typically have anysiginificant problems related to the disease tonya April and Jay [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am thinking of bring in a sweet sray we've been caring for into our home. He is FIV Positive and non of my cats are. From

Re: [Felvtalk] Any info on FIV cats and non FIV cats

2008-07-23 Thread Marylyn
Consider using Feliway (spray, not plug in) in the room you introduce them in and using Rescue Remedy in the water of all involved cats (and maybe yourself) for a couple of days prior. Also consider putting items he sleeps on (towel or maybe a wash cloth you have rubbed him with a lot

[Felvtalk] Any info on FIV cats and non FIV cats

2008-07-22 Thread April and Jay
I am thinking of bring in a sweet sray we've been caring for into our home. He is FIV Positive and non of my cats are. From what I have been reading it only seems to be past on by a deep bite wound. Does anyone have a FIV cat with non FIV cats? He has been very healthy. How long a life do

Re: [Felvtalk] Any info on FIV cats and non FIV cats

2008-07-22 Thread Gloria Lane
I have had FIV cats mixed with non-FIV cats for 4 or 5 years. No problems. I know others in my area who do that too. Our vet supports it. My FIV cats stay pretty darn healthy, like the other cats. So no problem! Hope this helps - Gloria On Jul 22, 2008, at 8:01 PM, April and Jay

Re: [Felvtalk] Any info on FIV cats and non FIV cats

2008-07-22 Thread Sherry DeHaan
Hi April, I have 4 fiv+ and 1 non fiv.And they wrestle and play bite and everything.They are just fine. As long as your cats dont fight it will be ok. Sherry --- On Tue, 7/22/08, April and Jay [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: April and Jay [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Felvtalk] Any info on FIV

Re: [Felvtalk] Any info on FIV cats and non FIV cats

2008-07-22 Thread Sharyl
PROTECTED] wrote: From: April and Jay [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Felvtalk] Any info on FIV cats and non FIV cats To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 9:01 PM I am thinking of bring in a sweet sray we've been caring for into our home. He is FIV Positive and non of my cats

Re: [Felvtalk] Any info on FIV cats and non FIV cats

2008-07-22 Thread Laurieskatz
I think, too, you want to wait a bit before introducing him to the other cats. Keep him in his own room for a couple weeks. And supervise the first meetings.. Laurie From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sharyl Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 9:11 PM To: felvtalk

to debbie, and all of us who have learned from our cats....

2008-06-28 Thread MaryChristine
advocates. i was afraid of, and thought i hated, cats til i was 26. who knew i'd end up living/working in an FIV/FeLV sanctuary? when i moved in, i knew that FeLV was NOT airborne, but that's about ALL i knew--and i knew less about FIV. did i, or any of us on this list, make a conscious choice

Re: Balance of puddy cats

2008-03-31 Thread Debi Holmes
@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2008 5:52 PM Subject: Re: Balance of puddy cats ~ new cat? I am really on the fence about this. On one hand I would like to think fate is intervening. A felk near me. He was just neutered 1.5 yo needs a home. May have a home in IOWA I am in VA

Re: Balance of puddy cats

2008-03-30 Thread Kelley Saveika
PROTECTED] *To:* felvtalk@felineleukemia.org *Sent:* Saturday, March 29, 2008 9:02 PM *Subject:* Balance of puddy cats Hi Folks, You never know if the other cats miss a deceased cat. I figure for the most part mine don't. I am now rethinking that. Being cats they are subtle about

Re: Balance of puddy cats ~ new cat?

2008-03-30 Thread laurieskatz
ps re adding another. You never know. My friend just added a third cat to his 2 female cat, 2 male golden retriever household. Rocco has been a perfect addition, bringing out the best in each of the other cats. The dogs are terrified of him! Part of it, I think, is he kept Rocco isolated

Re: Balance of puddy cats ~ new cat?

2008-03-30 Thread Sally Davis
I am really on the fence about this. On one hand I would like to think fate is intervening. A felk near me. He was just neutered 1.5 yo needs a home. May have a home in IOWA I am in VA. The person in IA cannot take until May but deals with FELV cats. I have not talked to the owner or I should say

Re: Balance of puddy cats ~ new cat IA sancutary?

2008-03-30 Thread laurieskatz
Subject: Re: Balance of puddy cats ~ new cat? I am really on the fence about this. On one hand I would like to think fate is intervening. A felk near me. He was just neutered 1.5 yo needs a home. May have a home in IOWA I am in VA. The person in IA cannot take until May but deals with FELV

Re: Balance of puddy cats

2008-03-30 Thread Tracy Weese
Then I say...go for it. I understand being tired and wondering if you can do it (again) but something is pulling you to this cat. - Original Message - From: Sally Davis To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2008 5:52 PM Subject: Re: Balance of puddy cats ~ new cat

Re: Balance of puddy cats ~ new cat IA sancutary?

2008-03-30 Thread Sally Davis
Laurie I do not think so. The person is a guy who supposedly looks after Felk cats possibly holistically his email is [EMAIL PROTECTED] Does this match your information. Belinda who is in Siamese rescue lead me to believe he has been checked out. I may be able to get more information tomorrow

Re: Balance of puddy cats ~ new cat IA sancutary?

2008-03-30 Thread laurieskatz
Sally, I prefer not to discuss in the forum format. Would be happy to discuss via private email or by phone. Thanks Laurie - Original Message - From: Sally Davis To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2008 7:43 PM Subject: Re: Balance of puddy cats ~ new cat

Re: Balance of puddy cats

2008-03-30 Thread laurieskatz
I agree. The stress of traveling to Iowa won't be the best for the kitty.. - Original Message - From: Tracy Weese To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2008 7:42 PM Subject: Re: Balance of puddy cats Then I say...go for it. I understand being tired

Balance of puddy cats

2008-03-29 Thread Sally Davis
Hi Folks, You never know if the other cats miss a deceased cat. I figure for the most part mine don't. I am now rethinking that. Being cats they are subtle about their emotions. Well Right now I have 5 cats on my bed, no room for me unless I move one. And Grey and White who shows her dislike

Re: Balance of puddy cats

2008-03-29 Thread laurieskatz
: Balance of puddy cats Hi Folks, You never know if the other cats miss a deceased cat. I figure for the most part mine don't. I am now rethinking that. Being cats they are subtle about their emotions. Well Right now I have 5 cats on my bed, no room for me unless I move one. And Grey

Fwd: The Hartz Mountain Corporation Recalls Vitamin Care for Cats Because of Possible Health Risk (March 7)

2008-03-16 Thread MaryChristine
i'm presuming (yeah, i should know better) that folks have seen this.. -- Forwarded message -- From: U.S. Food Drug Administration (FDA) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 9:05 AM Subject: The Hartz Mountain Corporation Recalls Vitamin Care for Cats Because

Re: + - cats together

2008-03-03 Thread Belinda Sauro
a taste of the outside he was driving us nuts trying to get out and rolling around in front of the door meowing!! Within a month or so we had the cat enclosure built off the back door. -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://www.bemikitties.com HostDesign4U.com

Re: + - cats together

2008-03-03 Thread Belinda Sauro
. They are now microchipped if they are inside cats (I'm not sure how much good that will do given my circumstances but it makes me feel better). -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://www.bemikitties.com HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http

Re: + - cats together

2008-03-02 Thread catatonya
Be careful opening windows. Cats can push the screens right out and escape! tonya Marylyn [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Try bird feeders near the window and a window perch. Cats can bat balls and toys even on carpet. A nice box to hide in would be great. I had two cats who loved

Re: + - cats together

2008-03-02 Thread Sally Davis
I truly believe this. My semi feral was chasing another cat around the house. They were making such a racket I went to break it up. I found Gray and White (I did not name her) had hung herself on my apron. SHe was going limp which helped me free her. She was fine but would not have been had I not

Re: + - cats together

2008-02-18 Thread Marylyn
Try bird feeders near the window and a window perch. Cats can bat balls and toys even on carpet. A nice box to hide in would be great. I had two cats who loved the Catnip (I think that is the title) tape (birds, squirrels etc) even though they had a 12x6x6 covered kennel with 24/7

Re: + - cats together

2008-02-18 Thread Sue Koren
that looks like it will be good for the long times when he is alone. We have to keep his room locked because one of our other cats, Scottie, is very good at opening closed doors. Every time I visit him I have to pick the lock from the outside. I say goodbye to him before I leave for work

Re: + - cats together

2008-02-18 Thread laurieskatz
: Re: + - cats together Thanks for the ideas! I googled the cat dancer and it is very similar to Buzz's favorite toy which is a wand with a long leather string tied to a mouse with feathers. He plays so hard with that toy that he ends up panting. While on that website I found something called

Re: + - cats together

2008-02-18 Thread laurieskatz
Even a paper bag. And you can hide treats for him to find. - Original Message - From: Marylyn To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, February 18, 2008 6:13 AM Subject: Re: + - cats together Try bird feeders near the window and a window perch. Cats can bat balls

+ - cats together

2008-02-17 Thread Dorothy Noble
To Sue Frank ~ I absolutely understand about you wanting Buzz to be with the others. It is so tough to have them separated. We brought in a stray a year ago and did not have her tested (but we did have her vaccinated). Anyway, she was positive and exposed our others. Armond caught the

Re: + - cats together

2008-02-17 Thread Sue Frank Koren
Dorothy, Thank you for telling about Armond. I guess that answers my question - they can be infected even with the vaccination. That is too much risk for me and my original cats. If one of them got sick I would feel horrible! I don't want to get another FeLV+ cat, it seems like that would

Re: + - cats together

2008-02-17 Thread laurieskatz
My cats love the Cat Sitter DVD. If it would work to set up a DVD player, he'd be entertained for hours! http://www.thecatconnection.com/page/TCC/PROD/HOL-PET/ If that won't work, try playing a radio for him. Or even TV. When (if) it's nice outside, an open window can entertain for hours. L

RE: CLS ~ my cats lived LONG lives with FeLV

2008-02-14 Thread MacKenzie, Kerry N.
: Re: CLS ~ my cats lived LONG lives with FeLV Some of mine are living long, not because anything I've done - Oliver and Chloe are 13 or 14. B.B. is only 4 or 5 - I'll have to check and see which. But he made it past the 2.5 to 3 yr mark! Gloria On Feb 13, 2008, at 7:00 PM, laurieskatz wrote

Re: CLS ~ my cats lived LONG lives with FeLV

2008-02-14 Thread Gloria Lane
Some of mine are living long, not because anything I've done - Oliver and Chloe are 13 or 14. B.B. is only 4 or 5 - I'll have to check and see which. But he made it past the 2.5 to 3 yr mark! Gloria On Feb 13, 2008, at 7:00 PM, laurieskatz wrote: ok time for me to chime in again.

Re: CLS ~ my cats lived LONG lives with FeLV

2008-02-14 Thread Gloria Lane
! Congrats to your furballs! I figure they're pretty happy and stress-free living with mom. Kerry From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] ] On Behalf Of Gloria Lane Sent: Thursday, February 14, 2008 3:51 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: CLS ~ my cats lived LONG lives

Re: CLS ~ my cats lived LONG lives with FeLV

2008-02-14 Thread Jane Lyons
That's great news Gloria. Have any of them had symptoms? I am hoping we can make it over the 2.5 - 3 year mark Thanks , Jane On Feb 14, 2008, at 5:08 PM, Gloria Lane wrote:

Re: CLS ~ my cats lived LONG lives with FeLV

2008-02-13 Thread laurieskatz
ok time for me to chime in again. Squeaky lived to age 22 and Stripes lived to age 16. They were both feline leuk positive. Stripes was sick on and off and Squeaky was healthy except his final 3 weeks. HOPE reigns! So little was known about FeLV at that time. I did NOTHING special for them

Re: Info re: vaccinating Felv+ cats (and cats with other retroviruses)

2008-02-11 Thread MaryChristine
thanks for passing this on, carolyn. so much also depends, of course, on whether you're dealing with a small number of cats or a sanctuary/special-needs rescue situation, where sometimes you have to make different choices. but it's really important for everyone to remember to CHECK OUT CURRENT

Info re: vaccinating Felv+ cats (and cats with other retroviruses)

2008-02-11 Thread Caroline Kaufmann
of retrovirus-infected catsRetrovirus-infected cats should be housed indoorsand isolated from unvaccinated cats to diminish theirlikelihood of infecting others and to reduce their exposureto other infectious agents or trauma. The AdvisoryPanel recommends that core vaccines (FPV, FHV-1,FCV, and rabies

Re: feeding birds and feral cats

2007-12-10 Thread Marylyn
We are constantly fighting this problem at my Mom's. She has bowls out and covers them after the cats leave. We've been known to throw bread scraps away from the feeding area too. A lot will depend on the ferals and whether they appear on time for mess call

Re: feeding birds and feral cats

2007-12-08 Thread Board Mailbox
When I was feeding ferals cats I had a problems with startlings as well. They eat massive amounts of food. I never solved my problem but I found this in the Bestfriends.org archives. I am including the whole question and answer because they have some great suggestions for solving the problem

Re: feeding birds and feral cats

2007-12-08 Thread laurieskatz
Thank-you SO much!!! Laurie - Original Message - From: Board Mailbox To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Saturday, December 08, 2007 1:32 PM Subject: Re: feeding birds and feral cats When I was feeding ferals cats I had a problems with startlings as well. They eat

RE: feeding birds and feral cats

2007-12-07 Thread Chris
From my VERY limited experiences, the birds try to eat the food until they figure out the cats start seeing them as dessert. But birds are pretty smart and they'll wait until the cats have eaten and moved away from the food dishes to then swoop down. Its tough to come up with a solution

Re: feeding birds and feral cats

2007-12-07 Thread Pat Kachur
PM Subject: feeding birds and feral cats I have a friend who feeds (and TNR) feral cat colonies. She has a new problem. The starlings are eating the cat food. Has anyone encountered this? Have suggestions for what works to feed cats, not birds? thanks! Laurie

feeding birds and feral cats

2007-12-07 Thread laurieskatz
I have a friend who feeds (and TNR) feral cat colonies. She has a new problem. The starlings are eating the cat food. Has anyone encountered this? Have suggestions for what works to feed cats, not birds? thanks! Laurie

Re: This is pretty interesting-testing shelter cats

2007-09-07 Thread catatonya
What does your shelter do with cats who test positive? Most shelters combo test and euthanize any positives. Furthermore, in a shelter situation, it is highly likely that a cat can test negative, but later test positive anyway, and vice versa. I think the responsible thing to do

Re: This is pretty interesting-testing shelter cats

2007-09-07 Thread Susan Dubose
, Ever guarding with sharpened claws. Trajan Tennent - Original Message - From: catatonya To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, September 07, 2007 1:29 AM Subject: Re: This is pretty interesting-testing shelter cats

Re: Flea Control for colony/street cats, heat and other issues

2007-08-27 Thread Marylyn
/street cats, heat and other issues Thanks Marylyn, that's very reassuring. I worry about them so and wish I could let them in the house. The Lil Girl wants to come in so bad- but I think it's more to just mess around since the house still smells like Monkee- than to actually cool off

Anyone have any FeLV cats ...NY area

2007-08-25 Thread dede hicken
Since i have moved here in April, I have been at a sanctuary in Franklin, NY It is run by a judge and her husband from NYC...wonderful place. They had 2 + cats. One died. She is looking for a couple more to keep the one remaining one happy. Anyone know of any friendly cats? They have a vet

Re: Anyone have any FeLV cats ...NY area

2007-08-25 Thread Susan Dubose
Theyc an always apply for someof the FLOCK cats, through Best Friends. It is my understanding that they will fly them via a volunteer pilot to their new homes. 39 out of 400+ tested felv+, so far. Not sure how many more need to be tested, or whether they are friendly. It was set up as a feral

Re: Anyone have any FeLV cats ...NY area

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Susan and cats still looking for a home!!!

2007-08-22 Thread Kelly L
I am sure all of you now know of the fire that destroyed the home of Susan, who has always been of great help and support to all of usalways. Many of the cats are in others place,, i have 3 of the ferals here with me, but she is in a one bedroom apartment with about 10 cats and is trying

OT: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY

2007-08-21 Thread Caroline Kaufmann
WENDY: I hate to do this to you again, but remember the post you sent where you listed all the websites where you could post a lost/found cat? I think I deleted it (I can't find it) and I wanted to see if you could re-post? My mom and I still have the rescue cat (we posted on craigslist, the

RE: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY

2007-08-21 Thread Chris
Just cause I'm stubborn! LOL You're assuming that the tag info is the owner's current address. All the flyers in the world are useless if that's not where they live now (you know how many cats disappear when the movers arrive!!!) and all the internet ads are useless if they don't have

RE: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY

2007-08-21 Thread Susan Hoffman
Why would you not want to call? We're still looking for two cats who were lost during our house fire two weeks ago. The thought of someone having info but trying to make us come to them.why? Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} o\:* {behavior:url

RE: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY

2007-08-21 Thread Caroline Kaufmann
Susan: I am sorry about the fire and that you are still missing two cats. That is heartbreaking. You havebeen in my thoughts over the past few weeks. As explanation, well, it's complicated. We found her about three weeks ago (Aug. 4) and that was about the time of your fire so you missed out

RE: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY

2007-08-21 Thread Susan Hoffman
sorry about the fire and that you are still missing two cats. That is heartbreaking. You have been in my thoughts over the past few weeks. As explanation, well, it's complicated. We found her about three weeks ago (Aug. 4) and that was about the time of your fire so you missed out on my

RE: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY

2007-08-21 Thread glenda Goodman
and that kitty! Glenda --- Caroline Kaufmann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Susan: I am sorry about the fire and that you are still missing two cats. That is heartbreaking. You have been in my thoughts over the past few weeks. As explanation, well, it's

RE: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY

2007-08-21 Thread Chris
: RE: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY Susan: I am sorry about the fire and that you are still missing two cats. That is heartbreaking. You have been in my thoughts over the past few weeks. As explanation, well, it's complicated. We found her about three weeks ago (Aug. 4

RE: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY

2007-08-21 Thread Chris
Help Reunite Katrina-displaced Families with their Animals -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of glenda Goodman Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 1:32 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: RE: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY Caroline, You

Re: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY

2007-08-21 Thread Susan Dubose
AM Subject: OT: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY WENDY: I hate to do this to you again, but remember the post you sent where you listed all the websites where you could post a lost/found cat? I think I deleted it (I can't find it) and I wanted to see if you could re-post? My mom

Re: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY

2007-08-21 Thread Kelley Saveika
Subject: RE: website for Lost/Found cats-TO WENDY Caroline, You have been through Hell and back with this cat. I know maybe it was not that particular cat you might have gone out and picked out of the hundreds available from the shelters where you are and you were not really looking or even

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