Re: Please pray for Lucy
You can't have FIP without Corona, the Corona mutates into FIP, but it doesn't make it so that it's not Corona, it just creates the condition known as FIP (it's not the virus that mutates, it's the condition that mutates, if that makes sense). At least that's how I read it from Dr. Addie's site. It is very rare for a cat with FIP to not show a Corona titer, and I included that explanation below... FIP occurs when the cat reacts inappropriately to feline coronavirus (FCoV) infection. Most cats simply become infected, shed FCoV for a month or two, mount an immune response, eliminate the virus and live happily ever after. However, for reasons that we don't yet fully understand, instead of clearing FCoV infection, an unfortunate few cats develop FIP. The presence of antibodies indicates that the cat has been infected with FCoV, the cause of FIP. Any FCoV antibody titre can occur in cases of wet or effusive FIP, but most cats with FIP have extremely high antibody titres (1280 or greater). Antibody titres of 0 are unusual in FIP cases and are usually considered as indicating that the cat does not have FIP. (However, if other parameters suggest a diagnosis of FIP, despite having an antibody titre of 0, then this is the one situation where FCoV RNA detection (RT-PCR), performed on a sample of the effusion, is diagnostic of FIP. In these cats there is so much virus in the effusion that all the antibody is bound to it, and none is available to bind to virus in the test.) Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: Chris and Mylo
I understand. I chose to euthanise my Moogie when she was really sick too... I didn't opt for the transfusions either. Now, I always wonder.. what if. I just wish I would have joined this group a little sooner than I did. I think that's how a lot of us here feel. Phaewryn
Re: midnight
My Doobie cat started that... I woke up in the middle of the night warm and wet, he had PEED on ME in my bed! He got neutered the next day! He has NEVER gone outside the box since. In his case, it was a marking behavior. That being said, spraying is when they back up to something and are standing with their tail raised, and spraying urine out behind them on a vertical surface (the tail usually shakes when they do it). Peeing is when they squat. Both can be marking behaviors, not necessarily health problems. 8-9-10 months is that age where problems often begin, as he's going through puberty at that age. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: Rompi has lymphoma
Chemo is VERY effective for Lymphoma. Can you get a referral to an oncologist (cancer specialist)? Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: anyone have feline interferon or human interferon you canovernightme?
prediluted interferon alpha is only good for 3 months. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: FeLV
Canada is pretty good about getting just about anything you can get in the USA. The Feline Interferon Omega wont be easy to get for you... others here can send you the paperwork involved to import it to the USA, you could call what-ever the Canada office over drugs is, and ask them if it's possible to get it in Canada (it might have not ever been attempted, it could be really easy.. or it could be impossible, you'd have to try and see). I think a blood transfusion is the first thing you need to get for him though. Oh, and sorry I called him her in my last email... my mistake! I hope he is doing OK tonight, and gets all the help he needs at the specialist Saturday! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: FeLV
You can usually get organic pure psyllium at most health food stores, you can get Metamucil at any drug store... but it's a certain type to give to cats, which I don't recall... maybe the powder? There's something in one form of it that's bad for cats. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: Acemannan or Carrisyn
(800) 444-2563 is the manufacturer's phone number, they can direct you to a supplier, I presume. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: FIP diagnosis?
It's all fluid, but they couldn't get a sample?! Doesn't that seem weird to you guys? Did they not have an ultrasound machine in the clinic? They should be able to easily find a fluid pocket using ultrasound. Take her to a different vet tomorrow if you can (one with a decent hospital and the proper facilities/technology)! I assume they did OTHER testing to come up with this FIP diagnosis? Please ask them what her feline coronavirus (FCoV) titer was. Ask them what her albumin:globulin (A:G) ratio was in her blood plasma. In FIP, AGP levels are usually greater than 1500 mg/ml. In normal cats, it’s up to 500 mg/ml. What is her Alpha one acid glycoprotein (AGP) level? In FIP, AGP levels are usually greater than 1500 mg/ml. In normal cats, it’s up to 500 mg/ml. Is she jaundiced? Does she have the typical eye symptoms associated with FIP? Does she have neurological signs, ataxia (wobbly and falling over when walking), head tremors, seizures, or are her eyes may dart from side to side? Once you find a better vet (one able to stick a needle in something the size of a grapefruit), take this webpage, print it off, and demand they run these tests: http://www.dr-addie.com/WhatIsFIP.htm#Wet%20or%20effusive%20FIP Phaewryn
Re: toxoplasmosis (Michelle)
You should be asking for these same results in Lucy's case, especially since they were able to get a fluid sample: Please ask them what her feline coronavirus (FCoV) titer was. Ask them what her albumin:globulin (A:G) ratio was in her blood plasma. In FIP, AGP levels are usually greater than 1500 mg/ml. In normal cats, it's up to 500 mg/ml. What is her Alpha one acid glycoprotein (AGP) level? In FIP, AGP levels are usually greater than 1500 mg/ml. In normal cats, it's up to 500 mg/ml. http://www.dr-addie.com/WhatIsFIP.htm#Wet%20or%20effusive%20FIP is the webpage for more info. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: FIP diagnosis?
I just realized I posted the AGP normals twice and didn't post the a:g ratios at all... here's that info: In FIP the globulin concentration in serum or plasma is raised to over 40g/l. Consequently the A:G is usually lowered. An A:G of 0.4 indicates FIP is quite likely, provided that globulins are raised, remember than a low albumin (e.g. in liver disease) can also artificially lower the A:G. An A:G of 0.8 rules out FIP; A:G of between 0.4-0.8 - consider other parameters. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
OT: Terrie - Siamese Rescuers
Anyone here have meezer/himi rescue resources? Someone posted a county AC shelter to the Bengal list I am on, and there's several Meezer/Himi mixes on it (as well as a Bengal). I don't have the connections, can someone crosspost it for me to meezer groups? Email me: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html BEGIN:VCARD VERSION:2.1 N:O'Gwynn;Jenn;Phaewryn;Ms. FN:Jenn Phaewryn O'Gwynn NICKNAME:Phaewryn ORG:Little Cheetah Cat Rescue;operations/field work TITLE:Cat Rescuer NOTE:I rescue cats. I run a small personal rescue operation, all on my own, and out of pocket. Donations appreciated at any time! Paypal donations can be sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or send donations via check or money order to Jennifer O'Guin, PO Box 1008, Hardwick VT. 05843 TEL;WORK;VOICE:802-472-8628 TEL;HOME;VOICE:802 472-8628 ADR;WORK:;home office;;Hardwick;VT.;05843;USA LABEL;WORK;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:home office=0D=0AHardwick, VT. 05843=0D=0AUSA ADR;HOME:;;P.O. Box 1008;Hardwick;Vermont;05843;USA LABEL;HOME;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:P.O. Box 1008=0D=0AHardwick, Vermont 05843=0D=0AUSA X-WAB-GENDER:1 URL;HOME:http://ucat.us URL;WORK:http://ucat.us/adopt.html BDAY:19750928 EMAIL;PREF;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] REV:20070125T034402Z END:VCARD
Re: OT -more kitties with heart disease
One of my Persian rescues last year died from grade 5 heart murmur with cardiomyopathy. Yes, very unhealthy breed, IMO. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: OT -more kitties with heart disease
I think I summed it up well on my sanctuary page ( http://ucat.us/NoKillSanctuaries.html ) when I said I believe in the Asilomar Accords +1: Here at Little Cheetah, we believe that any cat that is living a good quality of life, or has an excellent prognosis of recovering to live a good quality of life once rehabilitated DESERVES a chance! We support The Asilomar Accords +1. What does the +1 mean? It's simple, it means that while we support the typical ideals of the general No Kill community, it also means we take it one step farther, to include all asymptomatic FELV+ and FIV+ cats, as well as any other cat in danger of being discriminated against due to medical limitation or disability! We take exception to Asilomar Accord Part III, Unhealthy and Untreatable, Paragraph 2: (2) are suffering from a disease, injury, or congenital or hereditary condition that adversely affects the animal's health or is likely to adversely affect the animal's health in the future, and are not likely to become healthy or treatable even if provided the care typically provided to pets by reasonable and caring pet owners/guardians in the community; We feel that it is unfair to condemn an animal to death for something that COULD happen many years in the future. We feel that QUALITY or life is much more important than quantity of life - even short lives deserve to be lived! We also believe that the typically provided care that the average pet receives should not be the end all cut off point to which we should give up on an animal. Special pets happen, and there ARE special people out there willing to provide exceptional care for EXCEPTIONS to this rule! We believe that there are conditions that are not treatable and that do cause disability, that do not cause suffering, like Cerebellar Hypoplasia, Blindness, and Terminal Heart conditions. We do not feel these cats are candidates for Euthanasia! Then, there's the simple fact... To us, you can't be No Kill if you're still routinely euthanising healthy, asymptomatic cats because of a test result! Phaewryn aw, i feel so sad for the ones who are scared.. my FIV+ flamepoint himmie is so timid that, for the first five months he was with me, the only way i knew he was alive was to lift up the upholstered chair he lived under to make sure he was still breathing... then he progressed to letting me see him streak past on his way to the litter box. three years later, he'll get up on the bed once in awhile still hasn't purred, tho what happened with morgana underscores the truest reality of working with critters of any kind: there are just no guarantees. people would bring FIVs and FeLVs to the sanctuary because, they're going to die. well, yeah. but so might the $2500 showcat, or the healthy 6-month-old kitten. to not love something because it's gonna die someday, well, think about it even if we were to know the full medical histories of every critter that comes out way, there is STILL no way to know what hidden things might crop up in their own biochemistries--and trying to second-guess ourselves and the vets we trust, when there were no signs to tell us that there was anything wrong or no treatment that was making any difference just doesn't do any good. we love them, and ourselves, as deeply and as long as we can, we learn the lessons they've come to teach us, and we open our hearts and arms to the next little furry beast that appears--because it WILL appear. h--maybe there ARE some guarantees, after all
Re: OT: Please repost the safest anesthesia methods
Thanks Kelly! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: VO dosing question and Lucy update
Here we go, FELV studies, I knew I had these saved somewhere: http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=55lang=eng http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=151lang=eng http://www.vin.com/VINDBPub/SearchPB/Proceedings/PR05000/PR00243.htm http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=120lang=eng http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=136lang=eng http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=137lang=eng And the main webpage: http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/ And a general uses page: http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=144lang=eng Please DO print these out and shove them under the nose of any vets you can get them under! Maybe if the veterinary community pushes hard enough, the FDA will get their ass in gear and get this approved in the USA! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: internist thinks Lucy has FIP
I agree with Hideyo, send out Lucy's samples for Dr. Addie's profile in the UK. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: toxoplasmosis
Yes, you're missing the fact that if you send it in, and Dr. Addie can prove it's NOT FIP, then you can mark that off the list and move on to other options, and not have to wonder if it is or isn't FIP. The more things you eliminate as possibilities, the closer you come to the TRUE diagnosis. Process of elimination. As to if she can handle the blood draw, well, I'd find out exactly how much blood they needed before I decided, if it's not a lot, then it's probably worth the blood draw... if they need a few TUBES, then yeah, you might want to not do it at this point. I do think it also requires a abdominal fluid sample as well, if you can get any out. I will research the toxo symptoms Oh, and sorry if my emails got weird and off-beat last night, I was writing fast replies to quickly skimmed emails between bouts of explosive diarrhea... at 3 AM! Must have been all the talk about IBD! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: winter day, home with the cats
Sorry the weather is bad and you're missing work because of it! It's pretty cold here, and our heater keeps going out. The landlord seems reluctant to fix it or have it replaced. I keep having this nagging feeling that I am forgetting something important, I can't figure out why. It's weird. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: toxoplasmosis
Michelle, I can't find anything to suggest abdominal effusion is a symptom of Toxoplasmosis, would you mind posting where you saw that? All the sites I've seen says most cats show no symptoms at all. Of the ones that mentioned symptoms, nothing popped out at me as being similar to FIP. here are some examples. http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=1cat=1359articleid=770 says: The signs of toxoplasmosis in pets are nonspecific: fever, loss of appetite, depression. Further signs may occur depending on whether the infection is acute or chronic, and where T. gondii is found in the body. In the eye, it can cause inflammation; in the lungs, pneumonia; in the heart, arrhythmias; in the digestive tract, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and jaundice; in the nervous system, seizures, paralysis and loss of nerve function; in muscle, a stiff gait and loss of muscle. http://www.fabcats.org/toxoplasmosis.html says: The most commonly reported clinical signs associated with feline toxoplasmosis are anorexia, weight loss, lethargy, dyspnoea (due to pneumonia), ocular signs (iritis, chorioretinitis) and pyrexia. Other less common features include gastrointestinal signs (vomiting/diarrhoea), neurological signs, lymphadenopathy, jaundice, myositis and abortion. http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/brochures/toxo.html says: Most cats show no clinical signs of infection with Toxoplasma. Occasionally, however, clinical disease-toxoplasmosis-occurs, kittens and young adult cats being more often affected than older animals. Lethargy, depression, loss of appetite, and fever are typical early nonspecific signs. Pneumonia, manifested by respiratory distress of gradually increasing severity, is the outstanding sign in many cats. Hepatitis (inflammation of the liver) may cause vomiting, diarrhea, prostration, and jaundice (yellowing of the mucous membranes). Inflammation of the pancreas and enlargement of lymph nodes also occur. Toxoplasmosis can also affect the eyes and central nervous system, producing inflammation of the retina or anterior ocular chamber, abnormal pupil size and responsiveness to light, blindness, incoordination, heightened sensitivity to touch, personality changes, circling, head pressing, twitching of the ears, difficulty in chewing and swallowing food, seizures, and loss of control over urination and defecation. http://www.hdw-inc.com/healthtoxo.htm says: Often, there are no clinical signs to this disease in cats. On occasion, there are some early non-specific symptoms such as lethargy, depression, loss of appetite and fever, especially in kittens and young adult cats. The most outstanding sign in most cats is feline pneumonia, which shows up as respiratory distress that continues to increase in severity. Toxoplasmosis can also affect the eyes and the central nervous system, producing inflammation of the retina, possible abnormal pupil size, and even blindness, lack of coordination, personality changes, circling, head pressing, ear twitching, seizures, difficulty in chewing and swallowing food, seizures, and loss of control over urination and defecation functions. Hepatitis, or inflammation of the liver, can also occur which can bring about episodes of vomiting, diarrhea, prostration and jaundice, which is yellowing of the mucous membranes. The pancreas can also become inflamed and the lymph nodes may become enlarged. http://www.capcvet.org/default.asp?p=Guidelines_Toxoplasma says: a.. Toxoplasmosis is a multisystemic infection characterized by granulomatous inflammation associated with tachyzoite proliferation in the tissues. b.. Organs and tissues commonly affected include lymph nodes, liver, lung, brain/spinal cord, and eye. c.. Toxoplasmosis may cause focal or generalized lymphadenitis, encephalitis, pneumonitis, myocarditis, and retinochoroiditis. d.. There may be associated fever, weight loss, and lethargy. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: toxoplasmosis
Yeah, for sure, if you have the right meds on hand, I don't think it could hurt to try! It appears I have more links to add to my site! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: winter day, home with the cats
It's cold here, but the heat is staying on so far since we relit it last time. It's 2 degrees out now, according to my porch thermometer. They make flat cat scratching pads you can hang on a doorknob. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=16097N=2002+113122 http://www.petco.com/Shop/Product.aspx?familyid=100604 http://www.felinefurniture.com/cat_toy_scratchnbuddy.php http://www.petdiscounters.com/c48/Hanging-Kitty-Scratcher-with-Toy-p1769.html?PETDISCO=ffrc07q7ltrsdsptjjajpgcb13 http://www.petsmart.com/global/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441780018 http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=11607N=2002+113122 Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: Newbie question
They sell optional large bases, which cost $15 extra, and that is an option I selected. It is very stable. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: transdermal benedryl gel for allergies
He's CUTE! Hope the benadryl makes him happier! yes, food allergies are the most common cause of skin problems. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: Lucy--what to do?
Michelle, do you think your vet would be more apt to be positive and helpful (rather than loathe and reluctantly obligatory) if you printed out the studies on the feline interferon Omega that SHOW it's benefit for FIP, FIV, URL, and Stomatitis? I have several you could print and show him, if he's just NOT aware of the studies. Maybe if he sees it now... even if he has to study it himself... it would make him a better vet in the future? Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: Lucy-- what to do?
Poor Kerry, You really can't control what the vet's office did or didn't do. I know it's terrible, but does reliving it again and again do anything positive? No. Beating yourself up and reliving regrets can kill you. Please try to remember, YOU did everything YOU could do, and some things were out of your hands. Though they should have been IN the hands of capable people, sometimes bad things happen and mistakes are made, and you HAD NO WAY OF KNOWING. Please try to remember all the good times with Bandy, and don't relive the bad times. His memory should be one of love and happiness, not something that brings you nightmares. Try to focus on his life, and the joy he brought to you. If he were here, I'm sure he would much rather his memory bring you happiness than regrets! I think you may need to confront the kennel person and sit down and discuss what did happen, because I don't think you will be able to let go and heal until you can confront the pain and the root of your fears and regrets about his care while there. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: Lucy--what to do?-- anyone have acemannan??
Renee, I think the main difference between the way Dr. Clifford treats you with Emily and the way he's treating Michelle with Lucy is that Emily's breast cancer is considered more treatable, where they are not giving Michelle any hope, and are more or less annoyed that she hasn't given up yet with something they see as terminal. At least that's what I'm pulling from what's been posted here. Almost like they are saying well, she's old and she's got FIP, there's nothing we can do, but yet they don't seem to be AWARE of the studies that prove Feline Interferon Omega's effectiveness on FIP! Michelle, if I were you, I would be slamming copies of studies down on some desks around that place and making some heads roll if they treated me so disrespectfully! It might not hurt to REMIND them that you are PAYING them for their service, and even if your cat is hopeless in their eyes, you DESERVE to get your money's worth of consultation! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: Lucy--what to do?-- anyone have acemannan??
Renee is who I inherited my colony of feral cats from, some of which are FIV+. Just FYI. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: Newbie question
LOL! That's funny! Glad it wasn't the cat... though it could make the cat sick if he drinks it, so you should probably keep a towel down there to soak it up until you can get a plumber out to make the repairs! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: Midnight and the mysterious puddle (was Newbie question)
Yeah, my Miranda cat ATE all the blinds up to cat head height from the window sill, so now we keep them up about 18 inches from the sill... or she will eat them some more! She didn't actually consume them, she just chewed them all to shreds, pieces of plastic blinds all over the floor. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: anyone know a good list to ask about acemannan?
Yes, if it's used for sarcoma, wouldn't the VAS survivor's website have tons of people using it there? http://www.feline-vas-support.org/ http://www.vas-awareness.org/ http://mywebpages.comcast.net/shortionline/tripod/tripod.html What about the FIV and Stomatitis groups? Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: VO dosing question and Lucy update
I would absolutely NOT do an exploratory as weak as she is, I don't think she would live through it. I would do the Feline Omega on the FIP schedule. I would hate for you to try to use it sparingly and then it not be enough... and then if she didn't make it, you would be living with the regret of I had it, but I didn't give it, you know? I can't believe your vet still hasn't even attempted to look up the studies at this point. Makes me want to march in there and smack him upside the head with the stack of papers full of those studies! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: anyone know a good list to ask about acemannan?
It WAS banned... but it's since been cleared, and is now approved again in the USA, the problem is that because it WAS banned for a while, all the stock in this country ran out, and couldn't be re-ordered fast enough for the demand. I read about the ban somewhere a while back, and saw it was resolved, but don't recall exactly how long ago it was. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: VO dosing question and Lucy update
I don't think it was every day for FIV... let me refer to the studies I have saved... I believe it has a lasting effect for 24 hours, then somehow wears off Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: VO dosing question and Lucy update
FIV: At the same time, the cat was given feline omega interferon according to the following protocol: subcutaneous injections at a dose rate of one million units per kilogram bodyweight (1 MU/kg b.w.) per day for 5 consecutive days on D0, D1, D2, D3, D4, repeated on D14 (i.e. 2 weeks after the start of treatment), D15, D16, D17, D18, then repeated on D60 (2 months after treatment), D61, D62, D63, D64. The case describes an adult cat infected with Feline Immunodeficiency Virus in the clinical phase, presenting with the classical symptoms of stomatitis and anaemia. The progression of the case outlines the relevance of feline omega interferon in the therapeutic management. Therapy consisted of a 5-day course of 1 MU/kg/day administered subcutaneously and combined with symptomatic treatment. The animal's quality of life improved markedly. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
Re: Prayers needed for Lucy-- very serious
Oh, man! I wish you lived anywhere except the USA! Feline Interferon Omega has even cured FIP in some cases! I've been reading lots of studies about it, and I really believe it can do miracles... but it's not LEGAL here yet! How is she breathing? Rear leg weakness can also be an electrolyte imbalance, and is often a symptom of badly controlled CRF. I can look up the exact imbalance... but I want to say it's a potassium deficiency... Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Missy has a bloody nose:(
I hope it's nothing too! I hate to even mention it, but that was one of the very last signs right before my Moogie died, her nose began to bleed. It's the reason I rushed her to the vet... but it was too late, they said she was already dying, and probably wouldn't make it another hour on her own. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: urgent-- anyone have feline interferon (omega)??
I just unsubbed from the list...(irreconcilable differences) but it was being discussed that people were hiding it in frozen brownies to get it into the USA to people. You may be desperate enough to sign up and ask them... the list is: http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/fiv-healthscience/ If I were you, I wouldn't mention my name, LOL! I'm in a foul mood and just got done reaming them out. Seems that if you want to say anything there, you must preface it with This is only my opinion, as if anything we ever say ISN'T our own personal opinion! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Newbie question
Pink tinged watery stuff is USUALLY vomit, and it turns pink when they have roundworms. I'd have him dewormed, if you haven't already (and don't freak out too much if you see spaghetti-like worms in the pink stuff somewhere down the road). It COULD be urine, but that would indicate an infection... the only thing that turns urine pink is blood, and the only way you get blood in urine is infection (unless he's been recently cathetered, in which case it could be trauma to the urethra). You can try to see if it's pee... wait for him to go to the litterbox, and as soon as he comes out, wipe his privates with a piece of white toilet paper, if he's just peed, you should get a little drop, and if it's pink, you know that's the orifice it's coming from. I think the house retest would be OK, if ALL you are hoping to do is check to see if it was a bad result (like due to human error). If you're retesting to see if he's throw the virus off, that's too son, and as others stated, you should use an IFA test, not the in house ELISA SNAP test. The very most important thing to do to care for FELV+ cats is to feed the very BEST food you can afford. Either homemade, or premium brands like Wellness, Innova, or Chicken Soup for the Cat brands. A lot of people supplement with Lysine and vitamin C. Plus lots give low dose oral interferon alpha. here's more info on that: http://www.islandpharmacy.com/site/1420401/page/769212 http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Pointe/9352/interferon.html http://www.amarbio.com/03productcandidate.html And here's my page with more links about FELV: http://ucat.us/FELVFIVFIP.html Here is the webpage for all of the popular treatments for FELV: http://www.felineleukemia.org/treatmnt.html Like I said, DIET should come first though! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Newbie question
Put his scratching posts close to the places he is currently scratching, and get some double sided tape to stick on the places you don't want him to scratch, cats HATE tape and sticky stuff. They make a product specifically for this if you can't find any good double sided tape locally: http://www.stickypaws.com/ http://www.stickypaws.com/sitedirector/site/department.cfm?id=BC2D70F9-BAD4-4137-808F21F509D31AF4killnav=1 If the tape doesn't work, there's ALWAYS Soft Paws, which are little claw caps that you glue on their claws: http://www.softpaws.com/about.html http://www.softpaws.com/colors.html http://maxshouse.com/Claw%20Trimming.htm (a good site that shows nail trimming and soft paws application) a GOOD cat tree with sisal rope sections will encourage her to scratch on HER special place, I highly recommend Pussicat Cat Trees: http://pussicat.com/ This is the model I have, and my cats LOVE it, I change the shape of it every few months, as they are completely modular: http://www.pussicat.com/product_info.php?products_id=94osCsid=01784834d1aaa85d2221fd10ae3e7f60 And here, please make SURE your husband sees these sites: http://maxshouse.com/facts_about_declawing.htm http://www.petfinder.com/pet.cgi?action=2pet=2838151 http://www.stopdeclaw.com/ http://www.declawhallofshame.com/ http://www.pawproject.com/html/cases.asp?SortOrder=2 Good cat foods: (I can tell you, my cats like the Wellness canned the best, and the California Natural Dry and Innova Evo Dry the best) http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/dept.asp?dept%5Fid=5brand%5Fid=9mscssid=AMP9W4QD50BU8PD334JJWQ8QJC9X0R89 http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/dept.asp?dept%5Fid=6brand%5Fid=9mscssid=AMP9W4QD50BU8PD334JJWQ8QJC9X0R89 http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/dept.asp?dept%5Fid=5brand%5Fid=3mscssid=AMP9W4QD50BU8PD334JJWQ8QJC9X0R89 http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/dept.asp?dept%5Fid=6brand%5Fid=3mscssid=AMP9W4QD50BU8PD334JJWQ8QJC9X0R89 http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/dept.asp?dept%5Fid=5brand%5Fid=630mscssid=AMP9W4QD50BU8PD334JJWQ8QJC9X0R89 http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/dept.asp?dept%5Fid=6brand%5Fid=630mscssid=AMP9W4QD50BU8PD334JJWQ8QJC9X0R89 http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/dept.asp?dept%5Fid=5brand%5Fid=913mscssid=AMP9W4QD50BU8PD334JJWQ8QJC9X0R89 http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/dept.asp?dept%5Fid=6brand%5Fid=913mscssid=AMP9W4QD50BU8PD334JJWQ8QJC9X0R89 Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Newbie question
Pizza crust wont hurt him if there's no garlic or onion on it. That's one of my cat's favorite treats! You can even leave a little sauce and cheese on it for him. A little belly wont hurt anything, morbid obesity can though. You just have to find a balance. A good rule is, if he starts to have trouble licking his own bum because he's too fat to reach, it's time to diet! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Newbie question
Yeah, it's pretty scary to see too, a big pile of worms in a pool of pink tinged vomit, seen it a few times... and makes me gag every time... I can assist in surgery, but roundworms make me sick! One site sums it up when it says nothing seems to inspire as much dread and loathing as a pile of roundworms left by the infected cat, another site says roundworms usually result in a panicked call to the veterinarian, LOL! I have a lump in my throat just talking about it now! GAK, blah, GAG! http://www.sniksnak.com/cathealth/roundworms.html http://www.dr-dan.com/roundwor.htm http://www.pets.ca/encyclopedia/roundworm_cat.htm My own horrifying experience tells me the pink tinged vomit thing... the sites don't mention it, but EVERY time I've had roundworms in a cat, the vomit has been pink tinged. http://www.beaglesunlimited.com/Photos/CanineRoundworms.jpg (and yes, they ARE zoonotic, GAK, GAG!) Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Prayers needed for Lucy-- very serious
Well, I will be sending Fred positive energy for his vet trip! Feeding tubes are really scary, but can really help a lot too! Thanks for helping me out on that one! I thought it was one of those two, glad it was both, now I was right either way, LOL! I need to note that in a file and add it to my site, you don't happen to know the normal rage for both of those (phosphorus and potassium), do you Belinda? Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Newbie question (running cats)
http://ucat.us/smallcat.gif this one? If he likes it, you can use it to entertain him anytime you want! I have a cheetah too: http://ucat.us/bigcat.gif Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Antonio
buy online: http://www.nationalpetpharmacy.com/store/product_detail.asp?pf%5Fid=30154512dept%5Fid=1078brand%5Fid=904root%5Fid=SearchRX=mscssid=E8LD1CJ6R2JQ8GQ3CVA8AS3W9G67BWW7 http://www.nationalpetpharmacy.com/store/product_detail.asp?pf%5Fid=30254505KTdept%5Fid=1078brand%5Fid=904root%5Fid=SearchRX=mscssid=E8LD1CJ6R2JQ8GQ3CVA8AS3W9G67BWW7 Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: OT Anyone care to take a shot at this question?
I would make her fill out a application, find out how long she's had her job, get references, ask them about her stability, etc. Then, yes, I would adopt to her, BUT, I would need to contact the rescue she got that last cat from to be SURE she did indeed return the cat to them, and in good health. Bad times happen to good people, I don't think her situation in the past bars her from future adoptions. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Sanctuaries
Haha! I'll email them, if no one else wants to... and pretend to be giving up my cat. LOL! That sounds immensely fun! (how many of us rescuers ever get the chance to be on the other end, LOL) Hi, my name is Julia, and I have to get rid of my cat because my new husband is allergic to him, plus I'm pregnant and don't want to catch toxoplasmosis from him or have him lay on my baby and suffocate it. He doesn't use his litterbox all the time, and my husband says it's him or the cat. He is a good kitty, but he has cat AIDS. He's never been sick so far though. He's never been around kids and is scared of dogs. He's neutered and four paw declawed. Can you take him? I have to get rid of him ASAP! His name is Shadow and he's a solid black shorthaired cat. How's that? ...LOL, did I forget anything? Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: URI question
Yes, I think you may be right, for FELV (or FIV) positives, probably putting them on the antibiotics immediately makes sense... just make sure it's a very broad spectrum one with few resistant bacteria. Amoxicillin, IMO, is pointless. But for healthy cats not at risk, I think waiting it out makes more sense. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Sanctuaries
Thanks for that inside view about Tiger Ranch Renee! I see you're still around! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: urgent-- fever advice needed
Do you have a home sub-q fluids set up? If so, some cool fluids might help bring it down more. You can also wipe the foot pads with rubbing alcohol and blow on them, the evaporation lowers the body temperature (rinse them well with cold water after you're done, as the alcohol shouldn't be ingested). If you have a soft ice pack, you can lay it under her body. Personally, since she's been ill with URI, I would take her in tonight. They could put her on IV fluids, which should help both her fever and her nasal discharge (more fluids thins the secretions and eases congestion). Lemme see... high fever plus UR symptoms, plus eye discharge that would lean towards Herpes or Calici, the high fever eliminates just about everything uncommon. Did you look in her mouth for ulcers? Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: urgent-- fever advice needed
Usually just by antibiotics to kill secondary bacterial infections and any number of things for the oral ulcers... it's the lesser of the two main causes of URI. It usually doesn't have life-long respiratory effects like Herpes often does. Like I said, if you can get the Feline Interferon OMEGA (Virbagen), that's ideal, and it's been shown to resolve Stomatitis and Calici oral ulcers completely. The worst part of the calici is the oral ulcers, it's basically just like stomatitis, often the diagnosis is confused between the two. If all cats that had Stomatitis were DNA tested for calici, it's thought that upwards of 85% would be Calici positive. I'd go so far as to say, Calici is the #2 cause of Stomatitis, behind FIV (though a majority of FIV related Stomatitis may also be due to Calici, no studies done there yet, I don't believe). I'd add some extra Vitamin A into her diet, if her digestive system can handle it. It can't hurt anything. I have those FIV/Stomatitis Interferon Omega studies, if you're interested: http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=99lang=eng (slow loading) http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=189lang=eng http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=96lang=eng http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=97lang=eng http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=93lang=eng http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=141lang=eng Here's one about Calici: http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=188lang=eng Here's one that's very promising, an elderly cat with FIV and Uvetis (doesn't someone here have a cat fighting uvetis?): http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/aff_abstract.php?id=140lang=eng Here's the index of all Omega studies: http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/reports.php?site=interferonlang=eng (it's even cured a case of WET FIP!) Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: urgent-- fever advice needed
Yeah, you can actually put the ice right under her chest/belly, with only a hand towel or a sweatshirt between her and the ice. I once brought a kitten back from unconsciousness from a high fever by putting him DIRECTLY on a bag of frozen peas. (I rotated him often though) Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: urgent-- fever advice needed
pupils contracting with heartbeat? humm... well, glaucoma comes to mind, and high blood pressure. But that's just my first thoughts, not based on anything I've heard of specifically.. let me see what I can come up with... I went to take a shower, that's why I was gone for a while.. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: urgent-- fever advice needed
Rhythmic pupil dilation is called hippus, and everyone that has an eye has it to an extent. The are conditions where it's off balance or too fast or too slow... here's what I found online: A good understanding of what affects pupil size is important in those unusual cases. First, the pupil is not a thing. It is an empty hole in the center of the iris. The iris, which forms the pupil, consists of a layer of cells containing the pigment melanin, which blocks the light, and two sets of muscles. A ring shaped muscle called the sphincter closes the pupil, and a radial set of muscle fibers called the dilator opens it. Primary input to the sphincter is from the parasympathetic (relaxing) branch of the autonomic nervous system, whereas the dilator is controlled by the sympathetic branch (fighting). Pupil size is primarily determined by the balance between actions of the two branches of the autonomic nervous system. The most important factor that affects pupil size is light. When light is detected by the photoreceptors in the eyes, information is sent via the optic nerve and tract to nuclei in the mid-brain and then on to the Edinger-Wesphal nucleus. Signals to the dilator and sphincter muscles are generated as a result to activity in this nucleus, but other sources of neural innervation beyond those produced by light can also alter activity in this nucleus. Because the coordination required to keep the two systems in balance is not perfect, the pupil is in a constant state of unrest. This is called hippus or pupillary athetosis. Normal hippus is difficult to detect, but exaggerated hippus can result from various pathological states including drug intoxication. It is well known that cocaine affects the sympathetic nervous system and causes dilation, whereas the narcotic analgesics affect the parasympathetic system and cause constriction. Rhythmic pupillary dilation coincident with the pulse suggests aortic insufficiency (Landolfi's sign). LANDOLFI'S SIGN: in aortic regurgitation, systolic contraction and diastolic dilation of the pupil The only reference to hippus in felines I could find is that it's often a result of epilepsy and seizure... and high fevers can cause seizure... Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: urgent-- fever advice needed
Good, glad she is better! High fevers can be really miserable! Especially when you feel bad to begin with! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: urgent-- fever advice needed
Kelly is absolutely right, you should see her body's temperature as a sign that her body is functioning as designed, as we were just discussing the possibility of secondary bacterial infections... perhaps she just killed it all herself! The only bad thing about fever is when it gets too high, it can cause seizures and organ failure. Plus, it makes them feel bad, and they will go off their food, and not drink enough. But no, a fever in itself is not a bad thing, as Kelly pointed out; in fact, it's probably EXACTLY what her body needed to kill off those secondary bacteria from her URI. Thanks for pointing that out Kelly, you are absolutely right! (and it had not occurred to me) Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: urgent-- fever advice needed
Well, some of the websites I read say it's normal for everyone with an eye to have some degree of hippus, it's when it goes out of whack that it's a problem, you may just be noticing her normal hippus for the first time. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: urgent-- fever advice needed
No, I don't think it's anything to worry about. Just watch her for other signs of seizures, or for other eye symptoms. Sorry I disappeared again, was doing dishes. Try touching the outside of her eyelid, just put your thumb over it and put a very light pressure on her eyeball through her eyelid (she should close her eye as your thumb approaches. If light pressure gets a pain response (screams, swats at you, growls, hisses), then I'd take her in, if she just pulls back annoyed, I wouldn't worry. Just watch for pain and signs of her losing her vision. Like, for example if she doesn't close her eye as your thumb approaches... she might not be seeing it. But, you might want to take her in anyways, if you need antibiotics for the URI. I'd probably take the wait and see approach though, if she's not improving by Friday, take her in before the weekend. Do you have more than one ice pack? If so, I'd leave one out for her as an option to lay on if she wants to. When that one defrosts, replace it with another, and put that one in the freezer, you know? Cats will seek out what feels good to them, if her fever comes back while you are asleep, if she has a cold place to lay down, she probably will lay there. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Angel Morgana
Oh Kelley, I'm so sorry! Phaewryn
Re: Sanctuaries
I have heard good things about Rikki's Refuge. Not sure about the others. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Sanctuaries
Can you send me the websites for the other two, if you have them? Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
OT: Updated my website links page, opinions?
http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Ok, so it was getting out of hand... I have separated several conditions I had a lot of links for to different pages. Please tell me if you see any errors, or if you have any good links not on the site! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html BEGIN:VCARD VERSION:2.1 N:O'Gwynn;Jenn;Phaewryn;Ms. FN:Jenn Phaewryn O'Gwynn NICKNAME:Phaewryn ORG:Little Cheetah Cat Rescue;operations/field work TITLE:Cat Rescuer NOTE:I rescue cats. I run a small personal rescue operation, all on my own, and out of pocket. Donations appreciated at any time! Paypal donations can be sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or send donations via check or money order to Jennifer O'Guin, PO Box 1008, Hardwick VT. 05843 TEL;WORK;VOICE:802-472-8628 TEL;HOME;VOICE:802 472-8628 ADR;WORK:;home office;;Hardwick;VT.;05843;USA LABEL;WORK;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:home office=0D=0AHardwick, VT. 05843=0D=0AUSA ADR;HOME:;;P.O. Box 1008;Hardwick;Vermont;05843;USA LABEL;HOME;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:P.O. Box 1008=0D=0AHardwick, Vermont 05843=0D=0AUSA X-WAB-GENDER:1 URL;HOME:http://ucat.us URL;WORK:http://ucat.us/adopt.html BDAY:19750928 EMAIL;PREF;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] REV:20070116T004414Z END:VCARD
Re: question
Buying syringes and needles through the mail depends on your state laws, so look your state statues up online to see if you can legally buy them in your state. Most pet supply companies sell them, including http://drsfostersmith.com and http://jefferspet.com (you can always call their customer support numbers and ask them if they can sell them to you in your state, they would be happy to look it up, I'm sure). I think it's illegal in NY and NJ, not sure about anywhere else. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: test/junior/ferals
She needs to contact alley cat allies: http://alleycat.org Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: test/junior/ferals
They do have a very big website. The contact info is on this page, and I pasted it in below as well. http://alleycat.org/contact.html Alley Cat Allies 7920 Norfolk Avenue Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814-2525 Phone: 240-482-1980 Fax: 240-482-1990 ACA office hours are between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. When leaving a message on our voicemail be sure to include your name, street address, and your daytime and evening phone numbers. To contact us via e-mail please fill out our E-mail Form. Here you will have an opportunity to provide us all the relevant information we need to help you quickly and accurately. Thank you. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: question
Never heard of ears swelling due to fever, though an allergic reaction could very well cause both to happen as a result of the allergy. Are you giving him any new ear drops, or using transdermal medicines on his ears? One of my cats has heavier cartilage in his ears than all the others cats I have ever known, they are very thick and very stiff. But they stay that way, it doesn't come and go. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: question
There are cancers that develop on the ears, but they usually show up as lumps or odd colorations, not just weird kookiness with the ear shape. Maybe he is getting little mild hematomas, but his body is reabsorbing the blood. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: test/junior/ferals
They have a national network all across the USA, so they will be able to help her no matter of her location. My family all lives about 2000 miles away. I like it that way, LOL! My mom recently sent me a refrigerator magnet with a big oak tree on it with lots of acorns, it says My family tree is full of nuts LOL! Boy, she got that right! Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Studies of Feline Interferon OMEGA
http://vetinterferon.nexenservices.com/reports.php?site=interferonlang=eng Studies of Feline Interferon OMEGA (UK available only at this time) BEGIN:VCARD VERSION:2.1 N:O'Gwynn;Jenn;Phaewryn;Ms. FN:Jenn Phaewryn O'Gwynn NICKNAME:Phaewryn ORG:Little Cheetah Cat Rescue;operations/field work TITLE:Cat Rescuer NOTE:I rescue cats. I run a small personal rescue operation, all on my own, and out of pocket. Donations appreciated at any time! Paypal donations can be sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or send donations via check or money order to Jennifer O'Guin, PO Box 1008, Hardwick VT. 05843 TEL;WORK;VOICE:802-472-8628 TEL;HOME;VOICE:802 472-8628 ADR;WORK:;home office;;Hardwick;VT.;05843;USA LABEL;WORK;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:home office=0D=0AHardwick, VT. 05843=0D=0AUSA ADR;HOME:;;P.O. Box 1008;Hardwick;Vermont;05843;USA LABEL;HOME;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:P.O. Box 1008=0D=0AHardwick, Vermont 05843=0D=0AUSA X-WAB-GENDER:1 URL;HOME:http://ucat.us URL;WORK:http://ucat.us/adopt.html BDAY:19750928 EMAIL;PREF;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] REV:20070112T014410Z END:VCARD
Re: Transfusions as a systematic treatment
No rush, I have like 100 new links to add so far... you have plenty of time! Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: URGENT!!
Well, if she could ask the lady specifically what BREED the cats are, there are breed rescues. I'm betting they are Bengals (the most common wild hybrid) or Pixie Bobs, the only breed that has bob in the name and that many people ASSUME are bobcat crosses because of the name, but they aren't. And she's right, being locked in a tiny dark storage shed is MUCH worse than euthanasia. Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Felvtalk Digest, Vol 24, Issue 22
Yes, quality of life is the important thing. If your vet is not willing to try new things as a last ditch effort, try to find one that is. Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Antonio
My employer pays me as much as she can afford, so far none of my paychecks have bounced. I love my job, and when I walk in the door every day, I am glad to be there. I've worked lots of crummy jobs in the past, jobs that didn't use any of my skills or appreciate my talents (or my wonderfully sarcastic sense of humor). I tell you, how I feel, and how I am treated means a LOT more to me than my rate of pay. I'm probably one of the very few people blessed with a job they love though. At the end of the day (2:15pm is quitting time, as that's when my son gets out of school) I am always asking myself, Gee is it time to go home? I wish I could stay at work longer! My boss assures me that things will pick up in the spring, and I can get more hours, right now, she can only afford to pay me for 20 hours a week. I knows it's highly off topic, and should probably be discussed on the OT list, but here's the link to where I work (just don't reply about it on this list, ok, I'll cc it to the OT list too so we can move the topic there): http://www.crystalisinstitute.com Oh, speaking of that, any newbies here (as well as seasoned members), you are invited to the FELVOT list any time, just sign up and send me a note telling me who you are on this list, and I will add you. It's only open to members of this group. It's where we take over-flow OT chit-chat from this list: http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/felvot/ Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: WAS Re: Antonio - Now OT: Customer Service
Wow, I am really blessed with a good vet office. All the girls know me by first name and by my voice over the phone, they are all very professional and wonderful people (but then these aren't kids, for the most part). I guess I wasn't aware it was not like that most places. I would never put up with that if I were a vet. My help would have to act like they took their jobs seriously. Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: Ember's troubles - your thoughts?
Sounds like maybe you scaled back the pumpkin too much to me, go back to the amount you were feeding on the good days. Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Tsunades bald spots
well Tsunade now has 3 bald spots. One in between her shoulder blades on her back, in the middle of the back of her neck, and on the top of her head. I am getting worried. I do not think it is from scratches as it would be too hard too reach. No other animals are with her that could scratch her. I have some possibe ideas as to what is causing it. It could be a side effect of her nausea medicine, a dermatogical skin problem, mites, or food/cleaning product/litter allergy. If it is a food allergy, that would explain her throwing up a lot. She has not thrown up in a while because I give her nausea medicine and pro-biotics as needed and that seems to really help. I am goint to try to email 2 photos, 1 of the spot on her head, and 1 of the spot on her back. any advice would be appreciated. If you cant see the pics because you get the text version, email me in private and I can try to send it to you. Thanks Chelsea
bald spots
Well, the photos are on my computer but my Juno program is down. I will have to call Juno to fix it, then hopefully can send pics soon. aggghhh Chelsea
Re: ot: Antonio
I did ship those pills out to you too! At least he is peeing! That's good. The pain is bad, but blockage is worse! Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Transfusions as a systematic treatment
When repeat transfusions do not show improvements it's a sign that the FELV has attacked the bone marrow, and it's probably really close to the time to come to terms with the fact that FELV is a terminal illness. I'm so sorry to have to tell you that. You can keep doing the transfusions if the cat feels better and it improves his/her quality of life. Eventually, you'll stop seeing any results from the transfusions, and the cat will keep going downhill. Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Tsunades bald spots
Just as a happy pick-me-up for you, I have a cat here that cycles between furry and bald periodically. So long as it's not bothering her (so she's not scratching it and causing sores), I wouldn't worry as much as you are. Fur is cosmetic! :-) Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Transfusions as a systematic treatment
Wow, then the old thought of once it's in the marrow it's hopeless no longer exists? Can you take a few minutes and do a good write up of the treatment options for that late stage Belinda... I will post it on my website. I'd do it but you have experience, so you're better for the job! Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Antonio
Sending healing vibes and positive energy for Antonio! Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Antonio
Check online to see if a different prescription diet brand has a food line for the same problem with better ingredients. Try: http://www.nationalpetpharmacy.com/store/dept_brands.asp?dept%5Fid=1078 National Pet Pharmacy is a member of the igive network, so if you sign up for igive, and shop at this website, your chosen charity gets a donation from your purchase (you'll need to access participating website from their FRONT page to make it work usually though). http://www.igive.com/ (I highly recommend it, many very often used pet supply websites participate! Foster and Smith does too!) Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html
Re: O/T
Can humans take that bach remedy for grief? Does it just sedate you, or actually help you to work through the process somehow? Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: O/T
thanks guys! working on that new year resolution... Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Antonio
get a different vet, there is NO reason for your cat to be suffering in pain! Give me your address and I will ship you cat pain meds tomorrow! Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Bandit
Hard to say Lynette. I once had a cat that broke his back jumping out of a laundry basket on a coffee table (not even 2 feet off the ground). People think cats are these amazing athletic creatures, and sometimes they can seem indestructible, but the truth is, they are fragile little beings and can easily get hurt around the house. It's entirely possible he did hurt his leg either falling or jumping off the tall cat tree. I have an eight foot tree too, and my cats jump down onto my dinner table from it... and it sounds like someone dropped a 10 pound sack of potatoes, FAR from graceful. So far, no-one has been hurt, but I ALWAYS run in and check who-ever it was to be sure. I'd offer him two options to lay one, an ice pack under a big fluffy towel, and a heating pad under a big fluffy towel, and let him choose what feels better for him. I do this with all my injured, sick, or recovering from surgery cats, and they always choose one of the two. Did your vet do a neurological exam in addition to looking for sprains and injuries? Favoring a leg but NOT expressing pain during manipulations points towards something neurological. Which leg is he favoring? A rear leg? Neurological issues often start in the rear and progress forward as they worsen. Did your vet do a toe pinch test on all legs to test for a pain reflex? What about pin prinks up the inside of the thighs? Is he dragging his tail, or is it functioning normally? You can do most of these tests at home, especially since your partner is a vet tech, she should know the basic neurological tests. Is he pooping ok? Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Pilling made easy
Yeah, it's been outlined on the CRF website for years now, it's called the clothespin technique. http://www.felinecrf.org/giving_sub-qs_syringe.htm#clothes_peg_trick Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Junior/pumpkin
I would remove the blind eye if your vet thinks he would be strong enough for the surgery, it's pointless to keep a source of pain which serves no purpose other than to create pain. Blind cats really do very well, I know you don't want it to come to that, but blind and comfortable would be preferable to being able to see a little with constant pain. http://blindcatrescue.com/moreinfo.html http://www.bestfriendspetcare.com/cat-behavior/blindcats.cfm Handicats2 is a great support group for handicapped cats, several members have blind cats there, and can answer any questions you may have: http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/HANDICATS2/ (one member even runs the blind cat rescue) Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Marley,Ambrose and Yule
Sending healing energy for Marley, Ambrose, and Yule! Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Pilling made easy
Cool! I can wait! Make sure you send it to me when you get it! [EMAIL PROTECTED] Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Please add to CLS -- Alberta
I'm so sorry for your loss Kerry. It must be hard to lose her so close to losing Bandy. 15 is a nice long life, although forever is never long enough when we lose someone we love! My condolences go out to you... Phaewryn
Re: Junior
Could it be constipation? Seen any poos in the box? If not, give him some canned pumpkin. You don't happen to have any lactulose laying around by chance? Pumpkin will be the next best thing that you can just run to the grocery and get tonight. I'd do it now, the sooner the better. Antibiotics can kill the good gut flora.. so if you have any probiotics, give him those too.. or plain yogurt (make sure it says it has live active bacteria on the label). If he hasn't moved his bowels in 3 days, it's considered an emergency, and you should get him to the vet first thing Monday. If he can't pee, you should take him within 24 hours, but you said he did pass a little pee. Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: Junior
yeah, just be sure it hasn't molded, cats are sensitive to mold. Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: O/T
I've never tried periactin. I do believe that injected valium (I'm pretty sure it's valium I am thinking of) is a great appetite stimulant, but... it's an injection, so it's something you have to go to the vet for, thus, not good for anything long term. I do think you should try it, you don't really have anything to lose. The next step would be either syringe feeding or tube feeding. Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: can one tell if a kitty has a fever...
If she's got white feet or face, if her pink skin gets pinker than usual, reddish/flushed, that's usually a sign of either a fever or an allergic reaction. But yes, feel her paw pads, if her feet feel really warm to you, she may have a fever. They should feel slightly warm (cats have a higher body temp than humans), but they should not feel hot. Offer her an ice pack to lay on under a nice fluffy towel, if she chooses to lay on it, she may be a little warm and the coolness may feel good. A cat not running a fever will almost never choose to lay on an icepack (they prefer heating pads). Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: O/T
Well, that's bad! I think she's looking for something more long term and orally dosable anyways though. They do make cat restraint bags, should you ever come to a point where you have to pill her. http://www.klaw-kontrol.com/ (the best) http://www.calvetsupply.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATSCategory=295 (the cheap rip-off) Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: OT - Help, aggressive cat
It's too soon to even consider anxiety meds. If she still wont let you be in the same room as her without growling in a MONTH, then it's more serious. I wouldn't expect to touch her for a month or longer. And forcing the issue and pushing her too soon will do more harm than good. You should be going in to give her food, and sitting on the floor AWAY from her, and NOT approaching her at all at this point. You should by all means let HER come to YOU. Talk calmly, don't approach her, and don't make eye contact. Keep your shoulders from squaring up on her, keep them angled so she doesn't feel trapped by your presence. You are pushing this cat way too soon, you should NOT be trying to touch her. Working with traumatized rescue cats takes lots of time, money, and patience. Please don't try to rush, rushing never accomplishes anything but stress. Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: FIV testing
Here's the info as I posted it to the FIV group: http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/ccah/Homesite%20Images/Diagnostic%20PCR%20Price%20Schedule.doc (you have to scroll down quite some way to the section titled FIV DNA Testing Information.) FIV DNA Testing Information Lucy Whittier Molecular and Diagnostic Core Facility Phone: 530.752-7991 2108 Tupper Hall Fax: 530.754-6862 University of California Department of Medicine EpidemiologyEmail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] School of Veterinary Medicine Davis, CA 95616 Dear Clinician, Thank you for requesting information about our FIV DNA test. At this time we require 2 mL of whole blood in an EDTA (Lavender Top) Vacutainer tube, along with information outlined below. The test is offered at no charge. The PCR assay detects the viral genome directly and therefore differentiates infected from vaccinated animals. Results will be faxed to you within 48 hours upon receipt of the sample except for Friday deliveries, which will be faxed 72 hours upon receipt. Please include the following information with each sample: 1. Veterinarians name 2. Your complete mailing address 3. Your phone and fax number 4. Number of samples sent 5. Sample type 6. Species of animal 7. Type of test requested Shipping Instructions: 1. All Shipments must comply with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods regulations. Please consult the IATA website http://www.iata.org or the FedEx Dangerous Goods/Hazardous Materials Hotline at 800.463.3339 (press 81) for further information. 2. Send on ice in a Styrofoam container (no ice needed for fixed tissues) 3. Ship overnight (Do not ship on Friday) 4. Use FedEx or other express courier 5. Federal Tax Identification Number 946036494 Shipping Address: Christian Leutenegger 2108 Tupper Hall Vet Med: Medicine Epid. Davis, CA 95616 Tel: 530.752.7991 The testing itself is free, but you have to pay for the vet to draw the blood and the overnight shipping (not cheap). Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
Re: SNAP test faint positive, queen, 5 kittens
You're very welcome! And I'm so glad it was a bad result. Just to be SURE, you should confirm the negative with an IFA, which you can also do right away if you want. I would definitely test the kittens (and mom) for tritrichomonasis. Even if mom does not have diarrhea, she could still be a carrier. The diarrhea symptom usually disappears after 2 years... the cat's body adjusts to the infection and makes corrections. MC sent me a few new and wonderful links (though they are dreaded adobe PDF files), here they are if you want more info: The test: http://www.biomeddiagnostics.com/pilot.asp?pg=Tfoetus-feline http://www.cvm.ncsu.edu/mbs/gookin_file2.pdf more info http://www.cvm.ncsu.edu/mbs/gookin_file5.pdf owner's guide to trich http://www.cvm.ncsu.edu/mbs/Tritrichomonas%20PCR%20submission.pdf (PCR testing - expensive alternative to the In-Pouch) Phaewryn http://ucat.us The easy way out has a bad reputation. Why would anyone take the hard way out? The door? No thanks, that would be the easy way out. I'm jumping out the window. Quote by: Les U. Knight
