Re: OT: heartbroken
Sounds like a good plan Hideyo - I'm hoping and praying for this to be successful! Good luck - Gloria On May 11, 2006, at 2:42 PM, Hideyo Yamamoto wrote: I guess if I were going to try, I should try it asap before the mama forgets about her babies..huh? From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:Felvtalk- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Doljan, Joan Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2006 1:41 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: RE: OT: heartbroken Usually the mother goes in the trap very quickly because she hears and smells the kittens. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:Felvtalk- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Hideyo Yamamoto Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2006 3:39 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: RE: OT: heartbroken I thought about that, actually, but I was also afraid of leaving kittens as they are traumatized.. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:Felvtalk- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Joan Doljan Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2006 1:38 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: RE: OT: heartbroken A good way to catch the mother is to put the kittens in a closed carrier directly infront of an opened, baited trap. Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, everyone, I wanted to share a couple of new things – I rescued three baby cats yesterday who were living under the crawl space of the abandoned house, which is now bought and be ready to be renovated.. the new owner was planning to get rid of the kittens along with all the kitties who live under the crawl space and I offered to take them. The babies were actually under the hole under the crawl space which only the size of my entire hand and thought I and Kathy (my rescue friend) were never going to be able to get them out… but finally using a little fish net to get one by one out – they were only 6 weeks old, one calico, one tabby and one turtleshell (?) and they are all so cute. The one sad thing is that their mama came to look for the babies while we were under the crawl space, she was so worried about us doing something to the babies.. one time, I thought we should just leave and have the mama take care of the babies and I worry that later on, she might take babies some other crawl space near there (there a few, unfortunately), and people might close the crawl space without knowing that they were there.. the mama came back several times (while we were there as we were there for about 5 hours).. I felt very bad for mama but I decided to take the babies from her.. I tried to trap the mama kitty last night but I couldn’t – there are several kitties there.. I trapped one who looked like mama.. but she must be from mama’s previous litter – she is less than a year old.. Anyway, I wanted to ask you to pray that I will be able to catch mama soon (I probably could, if I don’t mind catching all other kitties who live there.. but I don’t know where I could put them now as I am running out of crate) --- and the mama will stay safe and she will not be worrying too much about their babies. I am heartbroken for the mama –I feel very badly for taking the babies from their mama…I know that this is probably the right thing.. but I still cannot not think about the mama…
Re: PAWS and the FeLV room
Kerry, What fantastic news! Another major step in helping educate the public on FeLV and it's valuable carriers!!! Thanks for the hard work! :) Wendy --- Kerry MacKenzie [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dear Belinda, Rebecca, Marylyn, Wendy, MaryChristine, Janine, Terri, Gloria, Becca, Karen and everyone -- I heard some great news last night when I (finally) met up with the PAWS clinic director, Rochelle, to talk about my foster Pookie's mishandled euthanization by Family Pet. During the course of our conversation she began talking about the new PAWS shelter opening in Chicago next year, and so I asked *her* if an FeLV area was planned. (I had not said much to her about the phone call I had from her boss, PAWS' owner, Paula Fasseas, apart from the fact that I felt that it was a good conversation and didn't just seem like a token PR gesture.) I fully expected her to say no, or, we don't know yet, we're still working on it. But she said an unequivocal Yes! She also said that PAWS will be committing to paying medical bills for all FeLV cats they adopt out so as to encourage adoptions of FeLV cats. I tell you, it was hard to stop myself from bursting into tears. If this is true--and I won't really believe it till I see it--then this is fantastic news and I can hardly believe it. As you know (and for benefit of new listmembers) I had heard from 2 authoritative sources--one a PAWS adoption counsellor and the other the director of the Tree House shelter--that PAWS was not going to have an FeLV room. I intended to write the owner to try and get her to change her mind. So when she called me, about Pookie, and I got a rare chance to speak to her directly, she said (as if it was a whole new idea) well, we do have 2 spare rooms, so one of these could be an FeLV room... And now it seems to be actually happening! She will have all your testimonials by now...I hope they are used in the education program. Either way, I believe they helped tip the decision in the right direction. Will keep you posted on any further developments when I get back to Chicago mid-June. Thanks to you all for your input! hugs, Kerry __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
OT: My Sign from Bailey
I'm alittle speechless at the moment ... I sometimes turn the news on sometimes I don't, this morning something told me to turn it on. I had sent a photo of my KC to use on the pet paws section they use on the weather forecast. They told me they would email and let me know when it would be used if they use it, so I don't watch the news every morning. Just now on the weather forecast they showed a photo of the beach, it was overcast and cloudy but in the clouds there was a VERY clear section on the right that looked exactly like the outline of a cats face and even more looks exactly like a photo I have of Bailey (a close up I took several years ago), same tilt of his head, same white mark on the right side of his face that made him look like he was always smiling. And the weather forecaster remarked doesn't that look like a cats face, that's when I could clearly see it. I'm going to try and find out when the person that sent it in took it. It looked like the photo in the link below, mostly just the face part ... it gave me chills! http://www.bemikitties.com/cgi-bin/photo/index.cgi?album=/Baileymode=viewpicturepicture=bailey2.jpg I thanked Bailey for giving me a sign like I asked him. -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com
URGENT-Bert needs HELP!!
Will find out location soon. This was a forward from another rescue group. Can anyone help this kitty? From: Becky McCaffery [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 09, 2006 2:48 PMTo: Susan Linker; Sarkosi,Diana A; Pet ProtectorsCc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! Bert is a very sweet FeLV+ kitty who is almost a year old. He is scheduled to be euthanized soon-he needs help ASAP!! He has been looking for a home since he was two months old. Here is his story: PLEASE HELP BERT!!! HE IS IN DIRE STRAITS!! Bert is a very sweet, friendly little guy who has tested positive for feline leukemia. Cats with leukemia can still have a good life, and we hope that this will be the case for poor little Bert. He currently appears to be in very good health. He is very playful and affectionate, and is DESPERATELY seeking a home. Bert has been fully vaccinated and neutered. If you would like to give this sweet little boy a chance to live a good life, please send an e-mail and request an application, or call the shelter. Don't pass him by and think that someone ELSE will surely adopt him-LET IT BE YOU Bert was adopted last year along with his FeLV+ friend Jill by a woman who turned out to be bi-polar, and he was returned to the shelter. His best friend Jill was soon adopted out again, leaving Bert behind. Bert is scheduled to be euthanized soon-PLEASE help him!! Terrie Mohr-ForkerTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTShttps://www.paypal.com/http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Re: OT: My Sign from Bailey
Wow Belinda! What an incredible sign!!! I am happy for you! You're going to be looking at the sky all the time now...lol. :) Wendy --- Belinda [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm alittle speechless at the moment ... I sometimes turn the news on sometimes I don't, this morning something told me to turn it on. I had sent a photo of my KC to use on the pet paws section they use on the weather forecast. They told me they would email and let me know when it would be used if they use it, so I don't watch the news every morning. Just now on the weather forecast they showed a photo of the beach, it was overcast and cloudy but in the clouds there was a VERY clear section on the right that looked exactly like the outline of a cats face and even more looks exactly like a photo I have of Bailey (a close up I took several years ago), same tilt of his head, same white mark on the right side of his face that made him look like he was always smiling. And the weather forecaster remarked doesn't that look like a cats face, that's when I could clearly see it. I'm going to try and find out when the person that sent it in took it. It looked like the photo in the link below, mostly just the face part ... it gave me chills! http://www.bemikitties.com/cgi-bin/photo/index.cgi?album=/Baileymode=viewpicturepicture=bailey2.jpg I thanked Bailey for giving me a sign like I asked him. -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Prayers for Allie
Jen, Don't give up hope! This virus is as unpredictable as it is heartbreaking, and your kitty could turn around in no time at all. It's ok to prepare for the worst, but don't expect it. I will definitely keep Allie in my prayers. Just love her as much as you can, spoil her rotten, and also, take pictures so if she does cross the bridge, you will have visible memories of her to hold on to in the tough times. Keep your chin up and stay positive for Allie! :) Wendy --- Jennifer Ross [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Allie was back at the vet today with 105 fever- came down to 102.5 with Metacam (kitty NSAID) and sq fluids. I did get the vet to show me how to give the sq fluids, so I can administer them now if she stops eating and drinking and looks dehydrated, or if her temp goes up (I've been monitoring her temp daily). They were also thinking of giving me some Metacam to administer at home, but decided to hold off on that. This is her 3rd temp spike in 2 weeks. The vet was prepping me for the fact that at some point Allie's body is not going to be able to tolerate these temps anymore and is not going to fight them off even with treatments because the fevers are causing such a stress on her system. Of course we don't know if that will be a week or a month, but it looks like it may be sooner than I thought. It's so hard because 2 days ago she was totally back to herself- eating great, playing, and she even sleep with us! I guess the calm before the storm... Keep her in your thoughts. I don't want her to suffer, but I'm not ready to say good-bye yet either! I'm still hoping she can beat these fevers, but that's not looking realistic anymore and I don't want to torture her... - Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries) for 2¢/min or less. __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Katarina
I will keep you and Katarina both in my prayers. I hope she feels better by now.Sherry DeHaan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Hi all just need a few prayers for beautiful Katarina again,she is feeling abit under the weather and doc Jen is taking her to the clinic tomorrow.I did get to give her some extra loving tonight,you just never know if it will be the last time you get to see them.she purred up a storm for me.She is a beautiful but odd looking dilute calico from New Orleans,all the New Orleans cats we have here look a bit different. :) THanks for all the prayers that all of you give to me and these wonderful fur babies. Sherry Yahoo! Mail goes everywhere you do. Get it on your phone.
Re: Prayers for Allie
I am sorry Allie is having such a hard time. My cat Smokey was having these fevers every 2 to 3 days. I changed vets and the new vet is having me give Smokey injections of equistim twice a week. I know so far for Smokey he hasn't had anymore fevers since. I do give them to him subq. I hope Allie starts feeling better soon. Cindy --- Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jennifer, I'm sorry you and Allie are having such a hard time. I know there have been several cats that seemed to benefit from IR, it may be worth a try at this point. Someone remind me, did Kerry R use this for her kitty with the spiking temps? When I first heard about IR, I had heard that it had to be administered IV, then someone posted to the list about using it subq, (forgive me, my mind seems to be mush tonight and I can't remember the specifics). I'm praying for you and Allie's quick recovery. Let us know what's going on, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Please try Immuno-Regulin (see articles on www.felineleukemia.org http://www.felineleukemia.org). Smokey on this list went through the same thing and completely stopped getting fevers once he started getting Immuno-regulin shots. I believe he gets them sub-q at home now. Michelle In a message dated 5/11/2006 6:28:32 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Allie was back at the vet today with 105 fever- came down to 102.5 with Metacam (kitty NSAID) and sq fluids. I did get the vet to show me how to give the sq fluids, so I can administer them now if she stops eating and drinking and looks dehydrated, or if her temp goes up (I've been monitoring her temp daily). They were also thinking of giving me some Metacam to administer at home, but decided to hold off on that. This is her 3rd temp spike in 2 weeks. The vet was prepping me for the fact that at some point Allie's body is not going to be able to tolerate these temps anymore and is not going to fight them off even with treatments because the fevers are causing such a stress on her system. Of course we don't know if that will be a week or a month, but it looks like it may be sooner than I thought. It's so hard because 2 days ago she was totally back to herself- eating great, playing, and she even sleep with us! I guess the calm before the storm... Keep her in your thoughts. I don't want her to suffer, but I'm not ready to say good-bye yet either! I'm still hoping she can beat these fevers, but that's not looking realistic anymore and I don't want to torture her... __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Prayers for Allie
Please don't give up hope on Allie. Smokey's fevers got as high as 107. Ask your vet about the equistim. So far it really has helped Smokey to not get anymore fevers. I was having to take him to the vet every 2 to 3 days for a fever. Now I just give him the equistim injections at home. Cindy --- Jennifer Ross [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Allie was back at the vet today with 105 fever- came down to 102.5 with Metacam (kitty NSAID) and sq fluids. I did get the vet to show me how to give the sq fluids, so I can administer them now if she stops eating and drinking and looks dehydrated, or if her temp goes up (I've been monitoring her temp daily). They were also thinking of giving me some Metacam to administer at home, but decided to hold off on that. This is her 3rd temp spike in 2 weeks. The vet was prepping me for the fact that at some point Allie's body is not going to be able to tolerate these temps anymore and is not going to fight them off even with treatments because the fevers are causing such a stress on her system. Of course we don't know if that will be a week or a month, but it looks like it may be sooner than I thought. It's so hard because 2 days ago she was totally back to herself- eating great, playing, and she even sleep with us! I guess the calm before the storm... Keep her in your thoughts. I don't want her to suffer, but I'm not ready to say good-bye yet either! I'm still hoping she can beat these fevers, but that's not looking realistic anymore and I don't want to torture her... - Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries) for 2¢/min or less. __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Prayers for Allie
Jen, Equistim is the same thing as ImmunoRegulin; Equistim is the generic. If your vet can't get it, you can order it online and have it shipped fast for about $50 including shipping (it might be less; I can't remember). I ordered Cricket's through Revival Animal Health. :) Wendy --- cindy reasoner [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Please don't give up hope on Allie. Smokey's fevers got as high as 107. Ask your vet about the equistim. So far it really has helped Smokey to not get anymore fevers. I was having to take him to the vet every 2 to 3 days for a fever. Now I just give him the equistim injections at home. Cindy --- Jennifer Ross [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Allie was back at the vet today with 105 fever- came down to 102.5 with Metacam (kitty NSAID) and sq fluids. I did get the vet to show me how to give the sq fluids, so I can administer them now if she stops eating and drinking and looks dehydrated, or if her temp goes up (I've been monitoring her temp daily). They were also thinking of giving me some Metacam to administer at home, but decided to hold off on that. This is her 3rd temp spike in 2 weeks. The vet was prepping me for the fact that at some point Allie's body is not going to be able to tolerate these temps anymore and is not going to fight them off even with treatments because the fevers are causing such a stress on her system. Of course we don't know if that will be a week or a month, but it looks like it may be sooner than I thought. It's so hard because 2 days ago she was totally back to herself- eating great, playing, and she even sleep with us! I guess the calm before the storm... Keep her in your thoughts. I don't want her to suffer, but I'm not ready to say good-bye yet either! I'm still hoping she can beat these fevers, but that's not looking realistic anymore and I don't want to torture her... - Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries) for 2¢/min or less. __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: OT: My Sign from Bailey
our cats are determined to make sure they take care of us, even once they're at the bridge--knowing as they do, that we can't possibly do so without them! On 5/12/06, wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wow Belinda! What an incredible sign!!! I am happy for you! You're going to be looking at the sky all the time now...lol. :) Wendy --- Belinda [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm alittle speechless at the moment ... I sometimes turn the news on sometimes I don't, this morning something told me to turn it on. I had sent a photo of my KC to use on the pet paws section they use on the weather forecast. They told me they would email and let me know when it would be used if they use it, so I don't watch the news every morning. Just now on the weather forecast they showed a photo of the beach, it was overcast and cloudy but in the clouds there was a VERY clear section on the right that looked exactly like the outline of a cats face and even more looks exactly like a photo I have of Bailey (a close up I took several years ago), same tilt of his head, same white mark on the right side of his face that made him look like he was always smiling. And the weather forecaster remarked doesn't that look like a cats face, that's when I could clearly see it. I'm going to try and find out when the person that sent it in took it. It looked like the photo in the link below, mostly just the face part ... it gave me chills! http://www.bemikitties.com/cgi-bin/photo/index.cgi?album=/Baileymode=viewpicturepicture=bailey2.jpg I thanked Bailey for giving me a sign like I asked him. -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- MaryChristine AIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCats MSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ: 289856892
Re: PAWS and the FeLV room
HIP HIP MEOW! (as they say in one of the odder places i hang out.) On 5/12/06, wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kerry, What fantastic news! Another major step in helping educate the public on FeLV and it's valuable carriers!!! Thanks for the hard work! :) Wendy --- Kerry MacKenzie [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dear Belinda, Rebecca, Marylyn, Wendy, MaryChristine, Janine, Terri, Gloria, Becca, Karen and everyone -- I heard some great news last night when I (finally) met up with the PAWS clinic director, Rochelle, to talk about my foster Pookie's mishandled euthanization by Family Pet. During the course of our conversation she began talking about the new PAWS shelter opening in Chicago next year, and so I asked *her* if an FeLV area was planned. (I had not said much to her about the phone call I had from her boss, PAWS' owner, Paula Fasseas, apart from the fact that I felt that it was a good conversation and didn't just seem like a token PR gesture.) I fully expected her to say no, or, we don't know yet, we're still working on it. But she said an unequivocal Yes! She also said that PAWS will be committing to paying medical bills for all FeLV cats they adopt out so as to encourage adoptions of FeLV cats. I tell you, it was hard to stop myself from bursting into tears. If this is true--and I won't really believe it till I see it--then this is fantastic news and I can hardly believe it. As you know (and for benefit of new listmembers) I had heard from 2 authoritative sources--one a PAWS adoption counsellor and the other the director of the Tree House shelter--that PAWS was not going to have an FeLV room. I intended to write the owner to try and get her to change her mind. So when she called me, about Pookie, and I got a rare chance to speak to her directly, she said (as if it was a whole new idea) well, we do have 2 spare rooms, so one of these could be an FeLV room... And now it seems to be actually happening! She will have all your testimonials by now...I hope they are used in the education program. Either way, I believe they helped tip the decision in the right direction. Will keep you posted on any further developments when I get back to Chicago mid-June. Thanks to you all for your input! hugs, Kerry __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- MaryChristine AIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCats MSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ: 289856892
RE: My Sign from Bailey
like he was always smiling--and Bailey is! Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Belinda Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 10:31 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: OT: My Sign from Bailey I'm alittle speechless at the moment ... I sometimes turn the news on sometimes I don't, this morning something told me to turn it on. I had sent a photo of my KC to use on the pet paws section they use on the weather forecast. They told me they would email and let me know when it would be used if they use it, so I don't watch the news every morning. Just now on the weather forecast they showed a photo of the beach, it was overcast and cloudy but in the clouds there was a VERY clear section on the right that looked exactly like the outline of a cats face and even more looks exactly like a photo I have of Bailey (a close up I took several years ago), same tilt of his head, same white mark on the right side of his face that made him look like he was always smiling. And the weather forecaster remarked doesn't that look like a cats face, that's when I could clearly see it. I'm going to try and find out when the person that sent it in took it. It looked like the photo in the link below, mostly just the face part ... it gave me chills! http://www.bemikitties.com/cgi-bin/photo/index.cgi?album=/Baileymode=viewpi cturepicture=bailey2.jpg I thanked Bailey for giving me a sign like I asked him. -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Re: Katarina
Sherry, Thinking and praying for Katarina and you. N Sherry DeHaan wrote: Hi all just need a few prayers for beautiful Katarina again,she is feeling abit under the weather and doc Jen is taking her to the clinic tomorrow.I did get to give her some extra loving tonight,you just never know if it will be the last time you get to see them.she purred up a storm for me.She is a beautiful but odd looking dilute calico from New Orleans,all the New Orleans cats we have here look a bit different. :) THanks for all the prayers that all of you give to me and these wonderful fur babies. Sherry Yahoo! Mail goes everywhere you do. Get it on your phone http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=31132/*http://mobile.yahoo.com/services?promote=mail.
Re: OT: My Sign from Bailey
He surewas a beautiful boy and what a cool sign from him.My Maizee still visits me at times too.Belinda [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm alittle speechless at the moment ... I sometimes turn the news on sometimes I don't, this morning something told me to turn it on. I had sent a photo of my KC to use on the pet paws section they use on the weather forecast. They told me they would email and let me know when it would be used if they use it, so I don't watch the news every morning.Just now on the weather forecast they showed a photo of the beach, it was overcast and cloudy but in the clouds there was a VERY clear section on the right that looked exactly like the outline of a cats face and even more looks exactly like a photo I have of Bailey (a close up I took several years ago), same tilt of his head, same white mark on the right side of his face that made him look like he was always smiling. And the weather forecaster remarked doesn't that look like a cats face, that's when I could clearly see it. I'm going to try and find out when the person that sent it in took it.It looked like the photo in the link below, mostly just the face part ... it gave me chills!http://www.bemikitties.com/cgi-bin/photo/index.cgi?album=/Baileymode=viewpicturepicture=bailey2.jpgI thanked Bailey for giving me a sign like I asked him.-- Belindahappiness is being owned by cats ...Be-Mi-Kittieshttp://bemikitties.comPost Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittenshttp://adopt.bemikitties.comFeLV Candlelight Servicehttp://bemikitties.com/clsHostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design]http://HostDesign4U.comBMK Designs [non-profit animals websites]http://bmk.bemikitties.com Love cheap thrills? Enjoy PC-to-Phone calls to 30+ countries for just 2¢/min with Yahoo! Messenger with Voice.
Re: OT: My Sign from Bailey
In a message dated 5/12/2006 10:31:34 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://www.bemikitties.com/cgi-bin/photo/index.cgi?album=/Baileymode=viewpicturepicture=bailey2.jpg Bailey was (is) beautiful. What a wonderful sign.
Re: OT: My Sign from Bailey
Now that's a sign. Bailey doesn't do anything half way does he?? Talk about validation! Even the weather person acknowledged your sign from him. Isn't it great that you listened to that little voice that told you to turn on the news? I wonder who else, and in what other ways, he effected others watching this morning. Too bad you weren't taping, can you get a copy somehow? Very cool and very reassuring. Nina Belinda wrote: I'm alittle speechless at the moment ... I sometimes turn the news on sometimes I don't, this morning something told me to turn it on. I had sent a photo of my KC to use on the pet paws section they use on the weather forecast. They told me they would email and let me know when it would be used if they use it, so I don't watch the news every morning. Just now on the weather forecast they showed a photo of the beach, it was overcast and cloudy but in the clouds there was a VERY clear section on the right that looked exactly like the outline of a cats face and even more looks exactly like a photo I have of Bailey (a close up I took several years ago), same tilt of his head, same white mark on the right side of his face that made him look like he was always smiling. And the weather forecaster remarked doesn't that look like a cats face, that's when I could clearly see it. I'm going to try and find out when the person that sent it in took it. It looked like the photo in the link below, mostly just the face part ... it gave me chills! http://www.bemikitties.com/cgi-bin/photo/index.cgi?album=/Baileymode=viewpicturepicture=bailey2.jpg I thanked Bailey for giving me a sign like I asked him.
Re: PAWS and the FeLV room
Fantastic news!! Hooray for you and a special thank you to Pookie! Way to make a difference Kerry!! I can't believe they're even going to pay medical bills for people who adopt them. Keep us informed, thank you Kerry! So, does everything happen for a reason, or are we just determined to pull something good out of bad?? You haven't answered that question, but you've certainly made my day! Nina Kerry MacKenzie wrote: Dear Belinda, Rebecca, Marylyn, Wendy, MaryChristine, Janine, Terri, Gloria, Becca, Karen and everyone -- I heard some great news last night when I (finally) met up with the PAWS clinic director, Rochelle, to talk about my foster Pookie's mishandled euthanization by Family Pet. During the course of our conversation she began talking about the new PAWS shelter opening in Chicago next year, and so I asked *her* if an FeLV area was planned. (I had not said much to her about the phone call I had from her boss, PAWS' owner, Paula Fasseas, apart from the fact that I felt that it was a good conversation and didn't just seem like a token PR gesture.) I fully expected her to say no, or, we don't know yet, we're still working on it. But she said an unequivocal Yes! She also said that PAWS will be committing to paying medical bills for all FeLV cats they adopt out so as to encourage adoptions of FeLV cats. I tell you, it was hard to stop myself from bursting into tears. If this is true--and I won't really believe it till I see it--then this is fantastic news and I can hardly believe it. As you know (and for benefit of new listmembers) I had heard from 2 authoritative sources--one a PAWS adoption counsellor and the other the director of the Tree House shelter--that PAWS was not going to have an FeLV room. I intended to write the owner to try and get her to change her mind. So when she called me, about Pookie, and I got a rare chance to speak to her directly, she said (as if it was a whole new idea) well, we do have 2 spare rooms, so one of these could be an FeLV room... And now it seems to be actually happening! She will have all your testimonials by now...I hope they are used in the education program. Either way, I believe they helped tip the decision in the right direction. Will keep you posted on any further developments when I get back to Chicago mid-June. Thanks to you all for your input! hugs, Kerry
Re: OT: My Sign from Bailey
Nina, I wrote to the weather station and asked if they could send me a copy, probably not but it's worth a try. I grabbed my camera because they showed it a second time which I didn't expect, but they never showed it a third time so I didn't get it. -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!!
I bet Switters would like a young boy.. Switters is almost a year old and super active... Don't let him be euthanized... If no one else will take him and he can get to Vermont we can make space here... Tad [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Will find out location soon. This was a forward from another rescue group. Can anyone help this kitty? From: Becky McCaffery [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 09, 2006 2:48 PM To: Susan Linker; Sarkosi,Diana A; Pet Protectors Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! Bert is a very sweet FeLV+ kitty who is almost a year old. He is scheduled to be euthanized soon-he needs help ASAP!! He has been looking for a home since he was two months old. Here is his story: PLEASE HELP BERT!!! HE IS IN DIRE STRAITS!! Bert is a very sweet, friendly little guy who has tested positive for feline leukemia. Cats with leukemia can still have a good life, and we hope that this will be the case for poor little Bert. He currently appears to be in very good health. He is very playful and affectionate, and is DESPERATELY seeking a home. Bert has been fully vaccinated and neutered. If you would like to give this sweet little boy a chance to live a good life, please send an e-mail and request an application, or call the shelter. Don't pass him by and think that someone ELSE will surely adopt him-LET IT BE YOU Bert was adopted last year along with his FeLV+ friend Jill by a woman who turned out to be bi-polar, and he was returned to the shelter. His best friend Jill was soon adopted out again, leaving Bert behind. Bert is scheduled to be euthanized soon-PLEASE help him!! Terrie Mohr-Forker TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS SIAMESE COLLIE RESCUE Owner/Driver Check sites for available Siameses for adoption! http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/ Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group! http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescue http://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.html http://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.html Petfinder.com Adopt a Homeless Pet! http://www.petfinder.com/ http://www.felineleukemia.org/ http://www.petloss.com/ TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS https://www.paypal.com/ http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!!
I have forwarded your request to the posters of the original email. Hope you get contacted soon! Thank you! Terrie Mohr-ForkerTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTShttps://www.paypal.com/http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
RE: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!!
Tad-youre amazing. Not only would Switters love itthe old guys would probably love for him to have somebody else to play withIm sure theyd be happy refereeing and watching! Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tad Burnett Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 1:07 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! I bet Switters would like a young boy.. Switters is almost a year old and super active... Don't let him be euthanized... If no one else will take him and he can get to Vermont we can make space here... Tad [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Will find out location soon. This was a forward from another rescue group. Can anyone help this kitty? From: Becky McCaffery [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 09, 2006 2:48 PM To: Susan Linker; Sarkosi,Diana A; Pet Protectors Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! Bert is a very sweet FeLV+ kitty who is almost a year old. He is scheduled to be euthanized soon-he needs help ASAP!! He has been looking for a home since he was two months old. Here is his story: PLEASE HELP BERT!!! HE IS IN DIRE STRAITS!! Bert is a very sweet, friendly little guy who has tested positive for feline leukemia. Cats with leukemia can still have a good life, and we hope that this will be the case for poor little Bert. He currently appears to be in very good health. He is very playful and affectionate, and is DESPERATELY seeking a home. Bert has been fully vaccinated and neutered. If you would like to give this sweet little boy a chance to live a good life, please send an e-mail and request an application, or call the shelter. Don't pass him by and think that someone ELSE will surely adopt him-LET IT BE YOU Bert was adopted last year along with his FeLV+ friend Jill by a woman who turned out to be bi-polar, and he was returned to the shelter. His best friend Jill was soon adopted out again, leaving Bert behind. Bert is scheduled to be euthanized soon-PLEASE help him!! Terrie Mohr-Forker TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS SIAMESE COLLIE RESCUE Owner/Driver Check sites for available Siameses for adoption! http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/ Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group! http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescue http://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.html http://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.html Petfinder.com Adopt a Homeless Pet! http://www.petfinder.com/ http://www.felineleukemia.org/ http://www.petloss.com/ TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS https://www.paypal.com/ http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!!
Awww Tad, BLESS YOU!!! I wish there were more people out there like you! I have 3 adult FeLV+ and a whole litter of 8 week old kittens in rescue that need homes. Sometimes it seems like an impossible feat to find them homes, but seeing messages like this make my day. Purrs and headbutts from the whole clan here! ~ Rachel Operation Foster Felixwww.operationfosterfelix.orgSharing Our Hearts, Homes Litter Boxes "If you talk to the animals they will talk with you and you will know each other. If you do not talk to them you will not know them, and what you do not know you will fear. What one fears one destroys." --Chief Dan George - Original Message - From: Chris To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 1:16 PM Subject: RE: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! Tad-youre amazing. Not only would Switters love itthe old guys would probably love for him to have somebody else to play withIm sure theyd be happy refereeing and watching! Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tad BurnettSent: Friday, May 12, 2006 1:07 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! I bet Switters would like a young boy.. Switters is almost a year old and super active...Don't let him be euthanized... If no one else will take him and he can get to Vermontwe can make space here...Tad[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Will find out location soon. This was a forward from another rescue group. Can anyone help this kitty? From: Becky McCaffery [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 09, 2006 2:48 PMTo: Susan Linker; Sarkosi,Diana A; Pet ProtectorsCc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! Bert is a very sweet FeLV+ kitty who is almost a year old. He is scheduled to be euthanized soon-he needs help ASAP!! He has been looking for a home since he was two months old. Here is his story: PLEASE HELP BERT!!! HE IS IN DIRE STRAITS!! Bert is a very sweet, friendly little guy who has tested positive for feline leukemia. Cats with leukemia can still have a good life, and we hope that this will be the case for poor little Bert. He currently appears to be in very good health. He is very playful and affectionate, and is DESPERATELY seeking a home. Bert has been fully vaccinated and neutered. If you would like to give this sweet little boy a chance to live a good life, please send an e-mail and request an application, or call the shelter. Don't pass him by and think that someone ELSE will surely adopt him-LET IT BE YOU Bert was adopted last year along with his FeLV+ friend Jill by a woman who turned out to be bi-polar, and he was returned to the shelter. His best friend Jill was soon adopted out again, leaving Bert behind. Bert is scheduled to be euthanized soon-PLEASE help him!! Terrie Mohr-ForkerTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTShttps://www.paypal.com/http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Answer to Nina's philosophy question
Everything does happen for a reason! And many times, it's apparent when you look back on the thread of your life and how it was woven. :) Wendy --- Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Fantastic news!! Hooray for you and a special thank you to Pookie! Way to make a difference Kerry!! I can't believe they're even going to pay medical bills for people who adopt them. Keep us informed, thank you Kerry! So, does everything happen for a reason, or are we just determined to pull something good out of bad?? You haven't answered that question, but you've certainly made my day! Nina Kerry MacKenzie wrote: Dear Belinda, Rebecca, Marylyn, Wendy, MaryChristine, Janine, Terri, Gloria, Becca, Karen and everyone -- I heard some great news last night when I (finally) met up with the PAWS clinic director, Rochelle, to talk about my foster Pookie's mishandled euthanization by Family Pet. During the course of our conversation she began talking about the new PAWS shelter opening in Chicago next year, and so I asked *her* if an FeLV area was planned. (I had not said much to her about the phone call I had from her boss, PAWS' owner, Paula Fasseas, apart from the fact that I felt that it was a good conversation and didn't just seem like a token PR gesture.) I fully expected her to say no, or, we don't know yet, we're still working on it. But she said an unequivocal Yes! She also said that PAWS will be committing to paying medical bills for all FeLV cats they adopt out so as to encourage adoptions of FeLV cats. I tell you, it was hard to stop myself from bursting into tears. If this is true--and I won't really believe it till I see it--then this is fantastic news and I can hardly believe it. As you know (and for benefit of new listmembers) I had heard from 2 authoritative sources--one a PAWS adoption counsellor and the other the director of the Tree House shelter--that PAWS was not going to have an FeLV room. I intended to write the owner to try and get her to change her mind. So when she called me, about Pookie, and I got a rare chance to speak to her directly, she said (as if it was a whole new idea) well, we do have 2 spare rooms, so one of these could be an FeLV room... And now it seems to be actually happening! She will have all your testimonials by now...I hope they are used in the education program. Either way, I believe they helped tip the decision in the right direction. Will keep you posted on any further developments when I get back to Chicago mid-June. Thanks to you all for your input! hugs, Kerry __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
RE: OT: heartbroken
I am so sure that they are adoptable ---and I used to go to adoption clinic every single week a few years ago.. maybe I did adopted out a couple of them during that time.. (I was very very selective as to whom ) but considering the number that I have, considering the amount of time I need to care for the ones I have.. I decided to spend time taking care of them instead of finding a home for one or two in a year or two which will not make much difference in my life.. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Susan Hoffman Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2006 5:35 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: RE: OT: heartbroken Senior and special needs cats are adoptable. It takes longer and you work harder at it but I firmly believe that, somewhere, there's a forever home for every foster cat in my care -- and that forever home is not necessarily me. You just have to really work on finding adoptive homes. Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am pretty well connected with the people in the rescue group I know them and they all know about me pretty much.. all the people I know of, they are in some what similar situations as I am they usually find a problem for ME to solve because they know that I will not say NOand they are right.. I never say NO to any cats who need a help and thats why I have what I have ---some are Felk, or FIV, or injured, sick.. I nurture them back to health whenever I can.. and no one wants the cats I have.. but instead they call me if I could take care of the ones they find.. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Susan Hoffman Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2006 5:17 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: RE: OT: heartbroken Where are you located? Perhaps there are other rescue people in your area. Your really must join the freral cat group I referenced in my earlier post. It's a nationwide group with close to 2000 members now. Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, everyone, please understand I do spay and neuter whenever the opportunity there is I dont even want to tell you how many cats I have with me because its going to freak everyone out but I am saying that I simply dont have a space right now to even temporarily keep them.. I am used up all the crates that I have because I have trapped some moreI might have to catch ten or twenty before I can get the mama, but the meantime, I dont have a place to recover all of them thats my dilemma, otherwise I would have gotten all of them right away. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Susan Hoffman Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2006 5:04 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: OT: heartbroken Several years ago when I trapped Cutie-Pie's babies one by one and brought them inside, she cried and ran around the house looking for them at first. But when she saw them in my foyer through the screen door she was fine. She knew I had them. (They screamed like crazy for her but she was fine with it.) Cutie-Pie was later trapped and spayed and then returned to my backyard. She is an untouchable feral girl. Now she is a plump plush little feral queen who presides over a colony of herself and 4 neutered feral boys. They live in my backyard and basement, are spoiled rotten (canned and dry food, catnip), and are very happy and safe there. In all these years Cutie has never allowed me the pet her, even once, but she will sit near me when I am outside and blink her eyes at me (throwing kisses). janine paton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've also trapped moms using kittens for bait. It's heartbreaking until you see the mom weeks after the spay and she looks so much better and relaxed. Think of it this way - if you didn't try this - the kittens will get bigger, she will have a harder time caring for them. They will start wandering and something could happen to them. She will get pregnant again and not want that litter anymore. When I've brought a feral mom in with kittens and mom sees I'm willing to take care of the kittens, she is relieved and it's probably the first break she's had in a long time. I've had mothers who are sick but you wouldn't even know it until they understand they no longer have pretend to be fine just because they have kittens. I also will show the kittens to the mom when I can but I always tell her it's OK, her babies are fine. Take a deep breath and go for the spay - it will make a big difference in her quality of life. --- Nina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: I've done this with kittens and their Momma. I too was upset about having to put the kittens through the experience, but it worked like a charm and the kitten did fine. I didn't use all the kittens, just the strongest guy. If you continue to trap, you'd be doing the ferals a great service by having them s/n and then returning them to the site. I know you
Off list - Re: OT: heartbroken
I get it girl. You don't have to explain why you do what you do to me, or probably anyone else on the list. Just in case you were, don't take offense, they were just trying to help. I don't know how anyone deals with adoption. I have such a hard time letting go of anyone, which is why we have so many! You're my hero. I don't know how you take care of so many. I get so overwhelmed with my family and it's nothing like yours. What's your secret? Vitamins? Did you get the pictures I just sent? I sent them to Kerry too, but I just realized she may have already left town. I called her back yesterday, (I think it was yesterday, my mind has turned to mush and I can't remember the simplest things), and she didn't return my call. Isn't it wonderful news about not only Mickey testing neg, but Momma is neg too still? She doesn't have anymore felv kitties in the house!!! Hooray!! And the way she helped convince the money person behind PAWS to add the felv shelter space! Kerry inspires me too. What a great person she is. I love the way she looks for and acknowledges the miracles in her life. It's so great that you got a chance to meet her. I really would love to figure out a way for us all to get together. I was talking to Jasmine the other day and she said that she would be willing to travel for a workshop in AC if we could get enough people interested. Maybe we could do that and all get together then. What do you think? How are all the new guys doing? Have you decided if you are going to trap the Momma of the new guys yet? If you do, will you release her? I know how hard it is to do. We have to start trusting that they will be okay on their own path, without taking personal responsibility for every one of them. I know, I know, easier said than done. Much love to you my dear, Nina Hideyo Yamamoto wrote: I am so sure that they are adoptable ---and I used to go to adoption clinic every single week a few years ago.. maybe I did adopted out a couple of them during that time.. (I was very very selective as to whom ) but considering the number that I have, considering the amount of time I need to care for the ones I have.. I decided to spend time taking care of them instead of finding a home for one or two in a year or two which will not make much difference in my life..
Immunoregulin for Chelsea
I wanted to thank everyone for the advise given last month regarding 12 month-old felv+ Chelsea who was suffering from severe anemia. She began responding to treatment fairly quickly and had noticeably improved within the first 2 weeks. Chelsea has now received 6 injections of immunoregulin and has regained her normal energy level and has pink gums again. I took your advise to heart and put her on Droxy and folic acid in addition to the Pet Tinic, Feline Immune Support and Interferon that she had been receiving. She's scheduled for 3 more injections of Immunoregulin to complete the recommended course of treatment. When she gets her last injection, I'll get blood work done again to determine her current hematocrit level. You may remember that it was extremely low - 9.6% when she last had blood drawn on April 15th. I don't know if Chelsea's turn around will be permanent, but she has had a very good month and I'm hopeful that she'll have many more to come. Thanks again, Deanne
Re: Immunoregulin for Chelsea
How wonderful that Chelsea is doing better!! What is the course of treatment your vet has used for the immunoregulin? I have seen different ones. How far apart and what dosage?Am getting ready to start one of my girls on that - my vet said .2cc per day for 4 days, then .2cc per week for 4 weeks and then .2cc every four months.ACALA PET ISSUES [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I wanted to thank everyone for the advise given last month regarding 12 month-old felv+ Chelsea who was suffering from severe anemia. She began responding to treatment fairly quickly and had noticeably improved within the first 2 weeks. Chelsea has now received 6 injections of immunoregulin and has regained her normal energy level and has pink gums again. I took your advise to heart and put her on Droxy and folic acid in addition to the Pet Tinic, Feline Immune Support and Interferon that she had been receiving. She's scheduled for 3 more injections of Immunoregulin to complete the recommended course of treatment. When she gets her last injection, I'll get blood work done again to determine her current hematocrit level. You may remember that it was extremely low - 9.6% when she last had blood drawn on April 15th.I don't know if Chelsea's turn around will be permanent, but she has had a very good month and I'm hopeful that she'll have many more to come.Thanks again, Deanne
Re: Prayers for Allie
What is the difference between ImmunoRegulin and Interferon- I'm assuming they are not the same? I am awaiting a consultation with a vet who does Interferon (I've learned a lot about Interferon from all of you- thanks!), but ImmunoRegulin is new to me...wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jen,Equistim is the same thing as ImmunoRegulin; Equistimis the generic. If your vet can't get it, you canorder it online and have it shipped fast for about $50including shipping (it might be less; I can'tremember). I ordered Cricket's through Revival AnimalHealth. :)Wendy--- cindy reasoner <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Please don't give up hope on Allie. Smokey's fevers got as high as 107. Ask your vet about the equistim. So far it really has helped Smokey to not get anymore fevers. I was having to take him to the vet every 2 to 3 days for a fever. Now I just give him the equistim injections at home. Cindy --- Jennifer Ross <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Allie was back at the vet today with 105 fever- came down to 102.5 with Metacam (kitty NSAID) and sq fluids. I did get the vet to show me how to give the sq fluids, so I can administer them now if she stops eating and drinking and looks dehydrated, or if her temp goes up (I've been monitoring her temp daily). They were also thinking of giving me some Metacam to administer at home, but decided to hold off on that. This is her 3rd temp spike in 2 weeks. The vet was prepping me for the fact that at some point Allie's body is not going to be able to tolerate these temps anymore and is not going to fight them off even with treatments because the fevers are causing such a stress on her system. Of course we don't know if that will be a week or a month, but it looks like it may be sooner than I thought. It's so hard because 2 days ago she was totally back to herself- eating great, playing, and she even sleep with us! I guess the calm before the storm... Keep her in your thoughts. I don't want her to suffer, but I'm not ready to say good-bye yet either! I'm still hoping she can beat these fevers, but that's not looking realistic anymore and I don't want to torture her...- Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries) for 2¢/min or less. __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com __Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com How low will we go? Check out Yahoo! Messengers low PC-to-Phone call rates.
Re: Immunoregulin for Chelsea
Deanne, Thank you for posting about your success with Chelsea. I'm so pleased she's doing better!! I'd like to know the specifics of your protocol/dosage too. Is she getting the IR subq, or IV? A friend from the list that no longer posts (I'm sure most of you remember Sally from San Jose) is having problems of unknown origin with a couple of neg cats and I've been telling her about IR. Any info you could post would be greatly appreciated. Congratulations on Chelsea feeling better! Nina Susan Loesch wrote: How wonderful that Chelsea is doing better!! What is the course of treatment your vet has used for the immunoregulin? I have seen different ones. How far apart and what dosage? Am getting ready to start one of my girls on that - my vet said .2cc per day for 4 days, then .2cc per week for 4 weeks and then .2cc every four months. ACALA PET ISSUES [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I wanted to thank everyone for the advise given last month regarding 12 month-old felv+ Chelsea who was suffering from severe anemia. She began responding to treatment fairly quickly and had noticeably improved within the first 2 weeks. Chelsea has now received 6 injections of immunoregulin and has regained her normal energy level and has pink gums again. I took your advise to heart and put her on Droxy and folic acid in addition to the Pet Tinic, Feline Immune Support and Interferon that she had been receiving. She's scheduled for 3 more injections of Immunoregulin to complete the recommended course of treatment. When she gets her last injection, I'll get blood work done again to determine her current hematocrit level. You may remember that it was extremely low - 9.6% when she last had blood drawn on April 15th. I don't know if Chelsea's turn around will be permanent, but she has had a very good month and I'm hopeful that she'll have many more to come. Thanks again, Deanne
Subject: OT: My Sign from Bailey
Belinda I think it was a sign. I know I have always dreams or signs of a cat that has past. Somehow I think it' s their way of letting us know they are fine and happy. Carla Message: 3 Date: Fri, 12 May 2006 07:31:02 -0700 From: Belinda [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: OT: My Sign from Bailey To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed I'm alittle speechless at the moment ... I sometimes turn the news on sometimes I don't, this morning something told me to turn it on. I had sent a photo of my KC to use on the pet paws section they use on the weather forecast. They told me they would email and let me know when it would be used if they use it, so I don't watch the news every morning. Just now on the weather forecast they showed a photo of the beach, it was overcast and cloudy but in the clouds there was a VERY clear section on the right that loo ked exactly like the outline of a cats face and even more looks exactly like a photo I have of Bailey (a close up I took several years ago), same tilt of his head, same white mark on the right side of his face that made him look like he was always smiling. And the weather forecaster remarked doesn't that look like a cats face, that's when I could clearly see it. I'm going to try and find out when the person that sent it in took it. It looked like the photo in the link below, mostly just the face part ... it gave me chills!
A new story of Gurfunkle
Some of you might remember about my beloved Garfunkle who crossed the bridge in November which seems so hard to believe.. it seems like just yesterday. I still miss and love him so very much. My sister who lives in Japan is a sort of psychic (I hate the term, but it speaks to the point she sees and feels things that no one might be able to) - since she is my sister, I know that its true.. she has done and said some amazing things that she wouldnt have known otherwise in the past.. Anyway, she is planning to go to one of the most spiritual shrine in Japan this weekend for spiritual purifications and empowerment, and she had asked me to send her pictures of all of my animals (the ones still live and ones crossed) so that their soul/life can be further purified. Anyway she got the pictures in the mailwhen she looked at all the pictures, she told me that she saw something very powerful on the Garfukles picture he said that he was human in his previous life and something bad happened, and he could no longer trust human in his previous life and passed away, thats why he was sent back as a cat so that he would meet someone whom he will be able to trust again.. that was his life that we had together we bonded so strong and I love him so much and he loves me so much.. he no longer did not have a doubt in trusting human again (according to my sister) when he accomplished his mission, he was supposed to cross the bridge rather with a short life so that now he can have another journey - now he will be able to trust human again in his next life.. and my sister told me that thats why he left this so soon as he had a very specific assignment given to him for this life (I and Garfunkle spent only three years together) and he is one of the friendliest feral kitties that I have met from the very beginning I met him.. he was and is and will be so special to me... and miss him so terribly still She told me that a soul even after crossing the bridge can travel so far and so quickly and she told me that he is always right there with me.. so not to be feeling too lonely.. I just wanted to share my Garfunkle story with everyone. And am crying again missing my special boy
Re: Immunoregulin for Chelsea
I am so glad that Chelsea is doing better. I would like to know the course of treatment your vet has chosen for immuno-regulin too. Smokey is on immuno-regulin but the vet hasn't said how long he will continue to get the injections. To be honest I thought he would continue to get 2 injections per week for the rest of his life. I need to ask his vet about it. I hope Chelsea's bloodwork comes back much improved. Cindy --- Susan Loesch [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: How wonderful that Chelsea is doing better!! What is the course of treatment your vet has used for the immunoregulin? I have seen different ones. How far apart and what dosage? Am getting ready to start one of my girls on that - my vet said .2cc per day for 4 days, then .2cc per week for 4 weeks and then .2cc every four months. ACALA PET ISSUES [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I wanted to thank everyone for the advise given last month regarding 12 month-old felv+ Chelsea who was suffering from severe anemia. She began responding to treatment fairly quickly and had noticeably improved within the first 2 weeks. Chelsea has now received 6 injections of immunoregulin and has regained her normal energy level and has pink gums again. I took your advise to heart and put her on Droxy and folic acid in addition to the Pet Tinic, Feline Immune Support and Interferon that she had been receiving. She's scheduled for 3 more injections of Immunoregulin to complete the recommended course of treatment. When she gets her last injection, I'll get blood work done again to determine her current hematocrit level. You may remember that it was extremely low - 9.6% when she last had blood drawn on April 15th. I don't know if Chelsea's turn around will be permanent, but she has had a very good month and I'm hopeful that she'll have many more to come. Thanks again, Deanne __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Immunoregulin for Chelsea
Deanne, Congratulations on Chelsea's improvement!!! How exciting! I hope she is relishing feeling better again. Bless you for doing all you can to help heal her. She knows how much she is loved. Please keep us posted on her progress and I'm going to write down her specific treatment and add it to the kitty care manual. :) Wendy --- ACALA PET ISSUES [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I wanted to thank everyone for the advise given last month regarding 12 month-old felv+ Chelsea who was suffering from severe anemia. She began responding to treatment fairly quickly and had noticeably improved within the first 2 weeks. Chelsea has now received 6 injections of immunoregulin and has regained her normal energy level and has pink gums again. I took your advise to heart and put her on Droxy and folic acid in addition to the Pet Tinic, Feline Immune Support and Interferon that she had been receiving. She's scheduled for 3 more injections of Immunoregulin to complete the recommended course of treatment. When she gets her last injection, I'll get blood work done again to determine her current hematocrit level. You may remember that it was extremely low - 9.6% when she last had blood drawn on April 15th. I don't know if Chelsea's turn around will be permanent, but she has had a very good month and I'm hopeful that she'll have many more to come. Thanks again, Deanne __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Immunoregulin for Chelsea
Hi Cindy, It doesn't make much sense to me to continue with IR indefinitely. The way I understand it, it's a bacteria that is introduced to help the immune response wage an attack. The heightened immune response to the IR also takes care of whatever problem they were having in the first place. It doesn't seem reasonable to keep the immune system fighting when it isn't necessary, it's not like building muscles, (or is it?). Oh, there's so much I don't know!! Nina cindy reasoner wrote: I am so glad that Chelsea is doing better. I would like to know the course of treatment your vet has chosen for immuno-regulin too. Smokey is on immuno-regulin but the vet hasn't said how long he will continue to get the injections. To be honest I thought he would continue to get 2 injections per week for the rest of his life. I need to ask his vet about it. I hope Chelsea's bloodwork comes back much improved. Cindy
Re: A new story of Gurfunkle
Hideyo that is a very nice story of Garfunkle,he's a very special soul.I too still miss my Maizee that passed in November.Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Some of you might remember about my beloved Garfunkle who crossed the bridge in November which seems so hard to believe.. it seems like just yesterday . I still miss and love him so very much.My sister who lives in Japan is a sort of psychic (I hate the term, but it speaks to the point she sees and feels things that no one might be able to ) - since she is my sister, I know that its true.. she has done and said some amazing things that she wouldnt have known otherwise in the past..Anyway, she is planning to go to one of the most spiritual shrine in Japan this weekend for spiritual purifications and empowerment, and she had asked me to send her pictures of all of my animals (the ones still live and ones crossed) so that their soul/life can be further purified.Anyway she got the pictures in the mail when she looked at all the pictures, she told me that she saw something very powerful on the Garfukles picture he said that he was human in his previous life and something bad happened, and he could no longer trust human in his previous life and passed away, thats why he was sent back as a cat so that he would meet someone whom he will be able to trust again.. that was his life that we had together we bonded so strong and I love him so much and he loves me so much.. he no longer did not have a doubt in trusting human again (according to my sister) when he accomplished his mission, he was supposed to cross the bridge rather with a short life so that now he can have another journey - now he will be able to trust human again in his next life.. and my sister told me that thats why he left this so soon as he had a very specific assignment given to him for this life (I and Garfunkle spent only three years together) and he is one of the friendliest feral kitties that I have met from the very beginning I met him.. he was and is and will be so special to me... and miss him so terribly still She told me that a soul even after crossing the bridge can travel so far and so quickly and she told me that he is always right there with me.. so not to be feeling too lonely.. I just wanted to share my Garfunkle story with everyone . And am crying again missing my special boy Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. PC-to-Phone calls for ridiculously low rates.
RE: A new story of Gurfunkle
Oh.. Sherry, I can so relate to your feeling.. I have a feeling that Maizee is also right besides you . From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaan Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 2:50 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: A new story of Gurfunkle Hideyo that is a very nice story of Garfunkle,he's a very special soul.I too still miss my Maizee that passed in November. Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Some of you might remember about my beloved Garfunkle who crossed the bridge in November which seems so hard to believe.. it seems like just yesterday. I still miss and love him so very much. My sister who lives in Japan is a sort of psychic (I hate the term, but it speaks to the point she sees and feels things that no one might be able to) - since she is my sister, I know that its true.. she has done and said some amazing things that she wouldnt have known otherwise in the past.. Anyway, she is planning to go to one of the most spiritual shrine in Japan this weekend for spiritual purifications and empowerment, and she had asked me to send her pictures of all of my animals (the ones still live and ones crossed) so that their soul/life can be further purified. Anyway she got the pictures in the mailwhen she looked at all the pictures, she told me that she saw something very powerful on the Garfukles picture he said that he was human in his previous life and something bad happened, and he could no longer trust human in his previous life and passed away, thats why he was sent back as a cat so that he would meet someone whom he will be able to trust again.. that was his life that we had together we bonded so strong and I love him so much and he loves me so much.. he no longer did not have a doubt in trusting human again (according to my sister) when he accomplished his mission, he was supposed to cross the bridge rather with a short life so that now he can have another journey - now he will be able to trust human again in his next life.. and my sister told me that thats why he left this so soon as he had a very specific assignment given to him for this life (I and Garfunkle spent only three years together) and he is one of the friendliest feral kitties that I have met from the very beginning I met him.. he was and is and will be so special to me... and miss him so terribly still She told me that a soul even after crossing the bridge can travel so far and so quickly and she told me that he is always right there with me.. so not to be feeling too lonely.. I just wanted to share my Garfunkle story with everyone. And am crying again missing my special boy Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. PC-to-Phone calls for ridiculously low rates.
Re: A new story of Gurfunkle
That is a truly powerful and amazing story. You should be proud that you played such a special role in Garfunkle's life! He was blessed to have you love him so deeply.Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Some of you might remember about my beloved Garfunkle who crossed the bridge in November which seems so hard to believe.. it seems like just yesterday . I still miss and love him so very much.My sister who lives in Japan is a sort of psychic (I hate the term, but it speaks to the point she sees and feels things that no one might be able to ) - since she is my sister, I know that its true.. she has done and said some amazing things that she wouldnt have known otherwise in the past..Anyway, she is planning to go to one of the most spiritual shrine in Japan this weekend for spiritual purifications and empowerment, and she had asked me to send her pictures of all of my animals (the ones still live and ones crossed) so that their soul/life can be further purified.Anyway she got the pictures in the mail when she looked at all the pictures, she told me that she saw something very powerful on the Garfukles picture he said that he was human in his previous life and something bad happened, and he could no longer trust human in his previous life and passed away, thats why he was sent back as a cat so that he would meet someone whom he will be able to trust again.. that was his life that we had together we bonded so strong and I love him so much and he loves me so much.. he no longer did not have a doubt in trusting human again (according to my sister) when he accomplished his mission, he was supposed to cross the bridge rather with a short life so that now he can have another journey - now he will be able to trust human again in his next life.. and my sister told me that thats why he left this so soon as he had a very specific assignment given to him for this life (I and Garfunkle spent only three years together) and he is one of the friendliest feral kitties that I have met from the very beginning I met him.. he was and is and will be so special to me... and miss him so terribly still She told me that a soul even after crossing the bridge can travel so far and so quickly and she told me that he is always right there with me.. so not to be feeling too lonely.. I just wanted to share my Garfunkle story with everyone . And am crying again missing my special boy Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. PC-to-Phone calls for ridiculously low rates.
RE: A new story of Gurfunkle
Hideyo,I do think that I feel her jump onto the bed sometimes at night and I see her out of the corner of my eyee too.I believe she visits me often.I can't believe how heavy my heart is still,but I can now talk about her without crying.Although I am a bit right now.I do miss her so.Cattitude and all. :)Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Oh.. Sherry, I can so relate to your feeling.. I have a feeling that Maizee is also right besides you .From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaanSent: Friday, May 12, 2006 2:50 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: Re: A new story of GurfunkleHideyo that is a very nice story of Garfunkle,he's a very special soul.I too still miss my Maizee that passed in November.Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Some of you might remember about my beloved Garfunkle who crossed the bridge in November which seems so hard to believe.. it seems like just yesterday . I still miss and love him so very much.My sister who lives in Japan is a sort of psychic (I hate the term, but it speaks to the point she sees and feels things that no one might be able to ) - since she is my sister, I know that its true.. she has done and said some amazing things that she wouldnt have known otherwise in the past..Anyway, she is planning to go to one of the most spiritual shrine in Japan this weekend for spiritual purifications and empowerment, and she had asked me to send her pictures of all of my animals (the ones still live and ones crossed) so that their soul/life can be further purified.Anyway she got the pictures in the mail when she looked at all the pictures, she told me that she saw something very powerful on the Garfukles picture he said that he was human in his previous life and something bad happened, and he could no longer trust human in his previous life and passed away, thats why he was sent back as a cat so that he would meet someone whom he will be able to trust again.. that was his life that we had together we bonded so strong and I love him so much and he loves me so much.. he no longer did not have a doubt in trusting human again (according to my sister) when he accomplished his mission, he was supposed to cross the bridge rather with a short life so that now he can have another journey - now he will be able to trust human again in his next life.. and my sister told me that thats why he left this so soon as he had a very specific assignment given to him for this life (I and Garfunkle spent only three years together) and he is one of the friendliest feral kitties that I have met from the very beginning I met him.. he was and is and will be so special to me... and miss him so terribly still She told me that a soul even after crossing the bridge can travel so far and so quickly and she told me that he is always right there with me.. so not to be feeling too lonely..I just wanted to share my Garfunkle story with everyone . And am crying again missing my special boy Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. PC-to-Phone calls for ridiculously low rates.__Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Immuno Regulin and Interferon
Hi Jennifer, IR and Interferon are different things and work in different ways. I just gave a brief description about how IR works in my response to "Immunoregulin for Chelsea". Your vet might not be familiar with IR. There's a link to info on it on our list's homepage: www.felineleukemia.org If you look through the archives of the group there will see other discussions on it too. Nina Jennifer Ross wrote: What is the difference between ImmunoRegulin and Interferon- I'm assuming they are not the same? I am awaiting a consultation with a vet who does Interferon (I've learned a lot about Interferon from all of you- thanks!), but ImmunoRegulin is new to me...
Re: A new story of Gurfunkle
Hideyo, That is so special that he picked you to help him renew his trust in people. You are a very special person to have this great honor ... -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com
RE: A new story of Gurfunkle
Thank you, Belinda.. I also know that the bond that you have with Bailey is such a amazing and powerful gift given to both of you... -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Belinda Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 3:21 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: A new story of Gurfunkle Hideyo, That is so special that he picked you to help him renew his trust in people. You are a very special person to have this great honor ... -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Re: PAWS and the FeLV room
Great work, Kerry!Kerry MacKenzie [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dear Belinda, Rebecca, Marylyn, Wendy, MaryChristine, Janine, Terri, Gloria,Becca, Karen and everyone --I heard some great news last night when I (finally) met up with the PAWSclinic director, Rochelle, to talk about my foster Pookie's mishandledeuthanization by Family Pet.During the course of our conversation she began talking about the new PAWSshelter opening in Chicago next year, and so I asked *her* if an FeLV areawas planned. (I had not said much to her about the phone call I had from herboss, PAWS' owner, Paula Fasseas, apart from the fact that I felt that itwas a good conversation and didn't just seem like a token PR gesture.)I fully expected her to say no, or, we don't know yet, we're still workingon it. But she said an unequivocal "Yes"! She also said that PAWS will becommitting to paying medical bills for all FeLV cats they adopt out so as toencourage adoptions of FeLV cats.I tell you, it was hard to stop myself from bursting into tears.If this is true--and I won't really believe it till I see it--then this isfantastic news and I can hardly believe it. As you know (and for benefit ofnew listmembers) I had heard from 2 authoritative sources--one a PAWSadoption counsellor and the other the director of the Tree Houseshelter--that PAWS was not going to have an FeLV room. I intended to writethe owner to try and get her to change her mind. So when she called me,about Pookie, and I got a rare chance to speak to her directly, she said (asif it was a whole new idea) well, we do have 2 spare rooms, so one of thesecould be an FeLV room...And now it seems to be actually happening!She will have all your testimonials by now...I hope they are used in the"education" program. Either way, I believe they helped tip the decision inthe right direction.Will keep you posted on any further developments when I get back to Chicagomid-June.Thanks to you all for your input! hugs, Kerry
Re: Katarina
Prayers for Katarina on the way. tSherry DeHaan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Hi all just need a few prayers for beautiful Katarina again,she is feeling abit under the weather and doc Jen is taking her to the clinic tomorrow.I did get to give her some extra loving tonight,you just never know if it will be the last time you get to see them.she purred up a storm for me.She is a beautiful but odd looking dilute calico from New Orleans,all the New Orleans cats we have here look a bit different. :) THanks for all the prayers that all of you give to me and these wonderful fur babies. Sherry Yahoo! Mail goes everywhere you do. Get it on your phone.
Re: OT: My Sign from Bailey
If you contact the station they may be willing to provide a copy of the segment to you (maybe for a fee). Most stations I have dealt with will. You have to get to an editor or newsperson and keep at it. The first may say no but the second may not. If you have men who will exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have men who will deal likewise with their fellow man. St. Francis - Original Message - From: Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 11:43 AM Subject: Re: OT: My Sign from Bailey Now that's a sign. Bailey doesn't do anything half way does he?? Talk about validation! Even the weather person acknowledged your sign from him. Isn't it great that you listened to that little voice that told you to turn on the news? I wonder who else, and in what other ways, he effected others watching this morning. Too bad you weren't taping, can you get a copy somehow? Very cool and very reassuring. Nina Belinda wrote: I'm alittle speechless at the moment ... I sometimes turn the news on sometimes I don't, this morning something told me to turn it on. I had sent a photo of my KC to use on the pet paws section they use on the weather forecast. They told me they would email and let me know when it would be used if they use it, so I don't watch the news every morning. Just now on the weather forecast they showed a photo of the beach, it was overcast and cloudy but in the clouds there was a VERY clear section on the right that looked exactly like the outline of a cats face and even more looks exactly like a photo I have of Bailey (a close up I took several years ago), same tilt of his head, same white mark on the right side of his face that made him look like he was always smiling. And the weather forecaster remarked doesn't that look like a cats face, that's when I could clearly see it. I'm going to try and find out when the person that sent it in took it. It looked like the photo in the link below, mostly just the face part ... it gave me chills! http://www.bemikitties.com/cgi-bin/photo/index.cgi?album=/Baileymode=viewpicturepicture=bailey2.jpg I thanked Bailey for giving me a sign like I asked him.
Re: OT: My Sign from Bailey
Try a phone call or two. It is harder to say no in person (visit the station if possible). Honest. 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: Belinda [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 11:55 AM Subject: Re: OT: My Sign from Bailey Nina, I wrote to the weather station and asked if they could send me a copy, probably not but it's worth a try. I grabbed my camera because they showed it a second time which I didn't expect, but they never showed it a third time so I didn't get it. -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com
RE: Katarina
My thought and prayers are with you and Katarina baby Love, Hideyo From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of catatonya Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 4:04 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: Katarina Prayers for Katarina on the way. t Sherry DeHaan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all just need a few prayers for beautiful Katarina again,she is feeling abit under the weather and doc Jen is taking her to the clinic tomorrow.I did get to give her some extra loving tonight,you just never know if it will be the last time you get to see them.she purred up a storm for me.She is a beautiful but odd looking dilute calico from New Orleans,all the New Orleans cats we have here look a bit different. :) THanks for all the prayers that all of you give to me and these wonderful fur babies. Sherry Yahoo! Mail goes everywhere you do. Get it on your phone.
Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!!
What about that new place in Chicago that takes FeLV cats? Tenhousecats just posted about it a bit after you sent this one. Pam - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 7:31 AM Subject: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! Will find out location soon. This was a forward from another rescue group. Can anyone help this kitty? From: Becky McCaffery [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 09, 2006 2:48 PMTo: Susan Linker; Sarkosi,Diana A; Pet ProtectorsCc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! Bert is a very sweet FeLV+ kitty who is almost a year old. He is scheduled to be euthanized soon-he needs help ASAP!! He has been looking for a home since he was two months old. Here is his story: PLEASE HELP BERT!!! HE IS IN DIRE STRAITS!! Bert is a very sweet, friendly little guy who has tested positive for feline leukemia. Cats with leukemia can still have a good life, and we hope that this will be the case for poor little Bert. He currently appears to be in very good health. He is very playful and affectionate, and is DESPERATELY seeking a home. Bert has been fully vaccinated and neutered. If you would like to give this sweet little boy a chance to live a good life, please send an e-mail and request an application, or call the shelter. Don't pass him by and think that someone ELSE will surely adopt him-LET IT BE YOU Bert was adopted last year along with his FeLV+ friend Jill by a woman who turned out to be bi-polar, and he was returned to the shelter. His best friend Jill was soon adopted out again, leaving Bert behind. Bert is scheduled to be euthanized soon-PLEASE help him!! Terrie Mohr-ForkerTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTShttps://www.paypal.com/http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! GOOD NEWS!!!!!
I wanted to let you Bert has a home!! Read below! Made my day even thought the rest of the week was crappy! In a message dated 5/12/2006 12:23:44 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi, Thank you so very much for your help and concern. Luckily, yesterday Bert was transported out to his forever home with a retired couple in MA looking for a friend for their other FeLV+ kitty. Lucky Bert!! Becky, Hidden Treasures - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 1:13 PM Subject: Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! I have a taker if someone can contact Tad directly regarding Bert! Terrie Mohr-ForkerTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTShttps://www.paypal.com/http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Mixing FeLv non FeLv
I know that finally mixing FIV non FIV kitties is FINALLY being accepted but I am wondering as to what you all here think about mixing FeLv non FeLv kitties. My daughter adopted a kitten years ago that was not tested for FeLv until she was about 3 months old. When she was tested, it was positive. They already had another cat the two had been together since little Juniper arrived, so essentially 3 months. Jonas was tested he was negative. I believe he was given the vaccine then. Juniper has since gone to the bridge Jonasis still healthy non FeLv. I know that there are many folks who do mix but I would like to hear the feelings about it here. Pam Hurricane Katrina's terrible message: if it is too dangerous for YOU to stay behind as a disaster approaches, then why would you leave your PETS behind? Never ever ever leave them behind! Have enough crates for all take them with you! They are your family!
Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!!
Tad. Bless you! I hope the little guy is within easy distance but if he is not you can't figure out a way to get him toyou, let me know. JuneAmy got to me from NYC I am in Wisconsin so he might be able to get to you the same way. Keep me posted email me privately if you have problems with transportation. Pam - Original Message - From: Tad Burnett To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 10:06 AM Subject: Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! I bet Switters would like a young boy.. Switters is almost a year old and super active...Don't let him be euthanized... If no one else will take him and he can get to Vermontwe can make space here...Tad[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Will find out location soon. This was a forward from another rescue group. Can anyone help this kitty? From: Becky McCaffery [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 09, 2006 2:48 PMTo: Susan Linker; Sarkosi,Diana A; Pet ProtectorsCc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! Bert is a very sweet FeLV+ kitty who is almost a year old. He is scheduled to be euthanized soon-he needs help ASAP!! He has been looking for a home since he was two months old. Here is his story: PLEASE HELP BERT!!! HE IS IN DIRE STRAITS!! Bert is a very sweet, friendly little guy who has tested positive for feline leukemia. Cats with leukemia can still have a good life, and we hope that this will be the case for poor little Bert. He currently appears to be in very good health. He is very playful and affectionate, and is DESPERATELY seeking a home. Bert has been fully vaccinated and neutered. If you would like to give this sweet little boy a chance to live a good life, please send an e-mail and request an application, or call the shelter. Don't pass him by and think that someone ELSE will surely adopt him-LET IT BE YOU Bert was adopted last year along with his FeLV+ friend Jill by a woman who turned out to be bi-polar, and he was returned to the shelter. His best friend Jill was soon adopted out again, leaving Bert behind. Bert is scheduled to be euthanized soon-PLEASE help him!! Terrie Mohr-ForkerTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTShttps://www.paypal.com/http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! GOOD NEWS!!!!!
Oh my goodness, this is so totally wonderful! Made my day too! Pam - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 3:59 PM Subject: Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! GOOD NEWS! Oh moI wanted to let you Bert has a home!! Read below! Made my day even thought the rest of the week was crappy! In a message dated 5/12/2006 12:23:44 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi, Thank you so very much for your help and concern. Luckily, yesterday Bert was transported out to his forever home with a retired couple in MA looking for a friend for their other FeLV+ kitty. Lucky Bert!! Becky, Hidden Treasures - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 1:13 PM Subject: Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! I have a taker if someone can contact Tad directly regarding Bert! Terrie Mohr-ForkerTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTShttps://www.paypal.com/http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!!
Pam, I once got a whole load of FELV+ cats to Tad up here in Vermont from TENNESSEE! It was hard work though to coordinate... I'm on about 50 different transport groups. I try NOT to get involved in coordinating, because it's a huge stress, but occasionally I help people get cats to rescuers. I used to help everyone, but now I just don't have the time, so now I'm more of a "here are a bunch of links, go help yourself" type of person. That and I pass some of thestuff off to MaryChristine now... All that being said, I'm SO glad I got involved in your case with JuneAmy, because I really like you, and I would never have met you if it were not for her needing help (and you wouldn't be here on this wonderful group now). Oh, and we have a member's picture page, if you want to be added... you or anyone else! Any new members want to have their pic added to the pics page? http://ucat.us/FELV/(and yes, I can make a collage picture for youif you send me a few to hack together) Phaewryn (was Jenn, changed name)http://ucat.us http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Adopt a cat from Little Cheetah (UCAT) Cat Rescue:http://ucat.us/adopt.html PLEASE DONATE TO THE TANGLE FUND:Tangle is a cat in Greece that was severely injured when someone wrapped wire around his neck to strangle him,Little Cheetah Cat Rescue is raising funds to bring Tangle to Vermont to find him a good home!http://ucat.us/tangle-fund.htmlDONATE: We could really use a power saw (for construction), a digital camera (for pictures), and more towels! --- Tad. Bless you! I hope the little guy is within easy distance but if he is not you can't figure out a way to get him toyou, let me know. JuneAmy got to me from NYC I am in Wisconsin so he might be able to get to you the same way. Keep me posted email me privately if you have problems with transportation. Pam - Original Message - From: Tad Burnett To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 10:06 AM Subject: Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! I bet Switters would like a young boy.. Switters is almost a year old and super active...Don't let him be euthanized... If no one else will take him and he can get to Vermontwe can make space here...Tad No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.392 / Virus Database: 268.5.6/337 - Release Date: 5/11/2006
Re: My Sign from Bailey
He's beautiful Belinda. That's a great picture. Phaewryn (was Jenn, changed name) http://ucat.us http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Adopt a cat from Little Cheetah (UCAT) Cat Rescue: http://ucat.us/adopt.html PLEASE DONATE TO THE TANGLE FUND: Tangle is a cat in Greece that was severely injured when someone wrapped wire around his neck to strangle him, Little Cheetah Cat Rescue is raising funds to bring Tangle to Vermont to find him a good home! http://ucat.us/tangle-fund.html DONATE: We could really use a power saw (for construction), a digital camera (for pictures), and more towels! -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.392 / Virus Database: 268.5.6/337 - Release Date: 5/11/2006
Re: Immunoregulin for Chelsea
Chelsea received 1/2 ml I-V injections of immunoregulin aprox every 4 days for about 3 1/2 weeks for a total of 6 doses. We're now cutting back to once a week injections for another 3 weeks, at which time we'll do blood work to determine how her anemia is doing. If she's in the normal range, we'll probably continue with once a month immunoregulin injections for a few more months. If Chelsea is still anemia, we'll stay on once a week immunoregulin for a while longer. Though she was diagnosed with severe, non to poorly regenerative anemia, she's clearly been making red blood cells which I don't believe would have happened without the IR treatments. Really as anemic as Chelsea was, I was doubtful that she would respond to the treatment at all but she seems to be doing very well and is certainly enjoying life. We were lucky, Chelsea is a good patient and is very sweet by nature. It isn't easy to give I-V injections to a cat due to their small veins and it certainly isn't particularly easy on the cat either. I have several other felv+ rescue kitties, a couple of which will not be good candidates for IR treatment when they become symptomatic due to their less-than-cooperative personalities. We'll continue to give Chelsea other immune supportive supplements in addition to Immunoregulin and will hope for her continual improvement. Thanks for all your help, Deanne From: Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: Immunoregulin for Chelsea Date: Fri, 12 May 2006 13:21:33 -0700 Deanne, Thank you for posting about your success with Chelsea. I'm so pleased she's doing better!! I'd like to know the specifics of your protocol/dosage too. Is she getting the IR subq, or IV? A friend from the list that no longer posts (I'm sure most of you remember Sally from San Jose) is having problems of unknown origin with a couple of neg cats and I've been telling her about IR. Any info you could post would be greatly appreciated. Congratulations on Chelsea feeling better! Nina Susan Loesch wrote: How wonderful that Chelsea is doing better!! What is the course of treatment your vet has used for the immunoregulin? I have seen different ones. How far apart and what dosage? Am getting ready to start one of my girls on that - my vet said .2cc per day for 4 days, then .2cc per week for 4 weeks and then .2cc every four months. */ACALA PET ISSUES [EMAIL PROTECTED]/* wrote: I wanted to thank everyone for the advise given last month regarding 12 month-old felv+ Chelsea who was suffering from severe anemia. She began responding to treatment fairly quickly and had noticeably improved within the first 2 weeks. Chelsea has now received 6 injections of immunoregulin and has regained her normal energy level and has pink gums again. I took your advise to heart and put her on Droxy and folic acid in addition to the Pet Tinic, Feline Immune Support and Interferon that she had been receiving. She's scheduled for 3 more injections of Immunoregulin to complete the recommended course of treatment. When she gets her last injection, I'll get blood work done again to determine her current hematocrit level. You may remember that it was extremely low - 9.6% when she last had blood drawn on April 15th. I don't know if Chelsea's turn around will be permanent, but she has had a very good month and I'm hopeful that she'll have many more to come. Thanks again, Deanne
Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! GOOD NEWS!!!!!
Yes.. This is really good news... Maybe people are starting to realize these guys still have some good life left and the more people come on board with this the more pressure it will put on the medical people to come up with a cure... I am a little sad that Bert isn't coming here but it sounds like he found a really good home and I don't really need another... Tad Pam Norman wrote: Oh my goodness, this is so totally wonderful! Made my day too! Pam - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 3:59 PM Subject: Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! GOOD NEWS! Oh moI wanted to let you Bert has a home!! Read below! Made my day even thought the rest of the week was crappy! In a message dated 5/12/2006 12:23:44 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi, Thank you so very much for your help and concern. Luckily, yesterday Bert was transported out to his forever home with a retired couple in MA looking for a friend for their other FeLV+ kitty. Lucky Bert!! Becky, Hidden Treasures - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 1:13 PM Subject: Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! I have a taker if someone can contact Tad directly regarding Bert! Terrie Mohr-Forker TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS SIAMESE COLLIE RESCUE Owner/Driver Check sites for available Siameses for adoption! http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/ Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group! http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescue http://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.html http://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.html Petfinder.com Adopt a Homeless Pet! http://www.petfinder.com/ http://www.felineleukemia.org/ http://www.petloss.com/ TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS https://www.paypal.com/ http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Re: A new story of Gurfunkle
When Moogie first left me, I used to lay in bed and cry myself to sleep every night. She was my bed buddy. Every night, I would get ready for bed, then get in bed and call out "Mommy's going to bed, who's coming to bed with Mommy?!" and Moogie would come right into the room, and jump up on the bed, and I would let her under the covers, and she would snuggle up beside me and we slept together. It was really hard at night for several months. Then I went back on Prozac, and began to take Nyquil every night, so I could sleep, and to dull the pain. It gets better with time. You'll still break out in sobs when you hear certain songs, or when you see a picture, or every time you dust his urn, etc, but the days get better, and you can eventually go for longer periods of time between breakdowns, and you'll have days where you'll feel guilty because you didn't think of him until the end of the day. But you never forget, and it always hurts. I have one of Moogie's baby teeth. Actually, I have two of my cats' baby teeth, I have Tigger's too. His is almost twice the size of hers, and it reminds me how tiny and sickly she was her entire life. I have videos too, but I can't watch them... Phaewryn (was Jenn, changed name)http://ucat.us http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Adopt a cat from Little Cheetah (UCAT) Cat Rescue:http://ucat.us/adopt.html PLEASE DONATE TO THE TANGLE FUND:Tangle is a cat in Greece that was severely injured when someone wrapped wire around his neck to strangle him,Little Cheetah Cat Rescue is raising funds to bring Tangle to Vermont to find him a good home!http://ucat.us/tangle-fund.htmlDONATE: We could really use a power saw (for construction), a digital camera (for pictures), and more towels! No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.392 / Virus Database: 268.5.6/337 - Release Date: 5/11/2006
Re: Immunoregulin for Chelsea
I'm glad to hear she's feeling better, that's the important thing! Phaewryn (was Jenn, changed name) http://ucat.us http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Adopt a cat from Little Cheetah (UCAT) Cat Rescue: http://ucat.us/adopt.html PLEASE DONATE TO THE TANGLE FUND: Tangle is a cat in Greece that was severely injured when someone wrapped wire around his neck to strangle him, Little Cheetah Cat Rescue is raising funds to bring Tangle to Vermont to find him a good home! http://ucat.us/tangle-fund.html DONATE: We could really use a power saw (for construction), a digital camera (for pictures), and more towels! -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.392 / Virus Database: 268.5.6/337 - Release Date: 5/11/2006
Re: URGENT-Bert needs HELP!! GOOD NEWS!!!!!
I hope you're right. Things do seem to be changing, of course, way to slow for my taste. Everyone of us who cares makes a difference, it's the ripple effect. I had to smile at your line about being a little sad about Bert not coming to live with you, oh how I understand how you feel! What a cutie he is! Long life and happiness to little Bert in his new home. Nina Tad Burnett wrote: Yes.. This is really good news... Maybe people are starting to realize these guys still have some good life left and the more people come on board with this the more pressure it will put on the medical people to come up with a cure... I am a little sad that Bert isn't coming here but it sounds like he found a really good home and I don't really need another... Tad
Re: Immunoregulin for Chelsea
Thanks Deanne, I'm archiving the info and sent a forward to Sally. She lost her sweet baby Chrissy this afternoon, but the other kitty in trouble seems to be improving. I sent her the IR I had in my fridge and I'll let you know what happens if she decides to try it. I'm hoping that the success that Cindy had with administering it subq is not a fluke and that it will work for other kitties that stress out at the vet's office. Maybe that would work for your less-than-cooperative guys when/if the need arises. Nina ACALA PET ISSUES wrote: Chelsea received 1/2 ml I-V injections of immunoregulin aprox every 4 days for about 3 1/2 weeks for a total of 6 doses. We're now cutting back to once a week injections for another 3 weeks, at which time we'll do blood work to determine how her anemia is doing. If she's in the normal range, we'll probably continue with once a month immunoregulin injections for a few more months. If Chelsea is still anemia, we'll stay on once a week immunoregulin for a while longer. Though she was diagnosed with severe, non to poorly regenerative anemia, she's clearly been making red blood cells which I don't believe would have happened without the IR treatments. Really as anemic as Chelsea was, I was doubtful that she would respond to the treatment at all but she seems to be doing very well and is certainly enjoying life. We were lucky, Chelsea is a good patient and is very sweet by nature. It isn't easy to give I-V injections to a cat due to their small veins and it certainly isn't particularly easy on the cat either. I have several other felv+ rescue kitties, a couple of which will not be good candidates for IR treatment when they become symptomatic due to their less-than-cooperative personalities. We'll continue to give Chelsea other immune supportive supplements in addition to Immunoregulin and will hope for her continual improvement. Thanks for all your help, Deanne
