Re: [Felvtalk] introduction for Spicey

2009-11-10 Thread Debbie Bates
The wonderful people here will give you great information...all I can tell you is to have patienceit must be extremely stressful for poor Spicey. Give him time and a safe place to hide until he is ready to deal with the world on his own terms. My heart breakes for him losing his

Re: [Felvtalk] Demetri and Yule Please add to the CLS :(

2009-11-13 Thread Debbie Bates
Sherry, I can't begin to imagine losing two babies at once...I am so sorry! You were a blessing for them...and I know they were a blessing for you. Godspeed, little ones...you are now free of this hideous disease. Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo

Re: [Felvtalk] SPAM!

2009-11-18 Thread Debbie Bates
No worriesevery now and again a troll slips through! Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo From: phaed...@charter.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:28:00 -0600 Subject: [Felvtalk] SPAM! Hey all, It takes a

Re: [Felvtalk] Considering Adopting Felv have ?'s

2009-11-19 Thread Debbie Bates
Good for you, Allison! The wonderful people here have a HUGE amount of knowledge that will be invaluable to you. Good luckand bless you for giving this kitty a loving home! Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo From: panchobri...@hotmail.com

Re: [Felvtalk] Raw Food

2009-11-20 Thread Debbie Bates
LOL, 'lemon fresh' isn't always a great thing, eh Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org From: patricia.a.elk...@gsk.com Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:55:19 -0500 Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Raw Food A funny story- my

Re: [Felvtalk] Nibbler Has Gone On - Please Add To CLS

2009-11-30 Thread Debbie Bates
Crystal, I know what a difficult decision it was...I am so sorry. Godspeed, little Nibbler. Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo Date: Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:37:11 -0800 From: crystal_pro...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject:

Re: [Felvtalk] I Hate PETA

2009-12-03 Thread Debbie Bates
I wouldn't give those people anything but a view of my backside as I walked out. There are low cost spay/neuter clinics all around...but sometimes you have to really search them out. I found a local organization that just does the surgery...they will test if I request it, but I don't. PETA

Re: [Felvtalk] I Hate PETA

2009-12-04 Thread Debbie Bates
Janine, I would bet money in it! Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo Date: Thu, 3 Dec 2009 17:22:25 -0800 From: patonjan...@sbcglobal.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] I Hate PETA Is it just me, or does anyone else

Re: [Felvtalk] OT:help w/post traumatic stress in cat?

2009-12-07 Thread Debbie Bates
Tamara, I've never seen it in cats...but I HAVE seen it in peopleyou feel totally helpless to help, I'm sure. How about something like amytriptaline before bedtime? You can have it compounded into a transdemal application (where you just rub the prescribed amount into the inside of the

Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries

2009-12-09 Thread Debbie Bates
I couldn't agree more...having just found out that the 'sanctuary' one of my feral fosters was taken to has been closed down by law enforcement...I drove down there the day after Thanksgiving to find her and bring her backlet me just add that this place looked great onlinebut I saw

Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries

2009-12-09 Thread Debbie Bates
foster! On Wed, Dec 9, 2009 at 4:43 PM, Debbie Bates dlh1...@hotmail.com wrote: I couldn't agree more...having just found out that the 'sanctuary' one of my feral fosters was taken to has been closed down by law enforcement...I drove down there the day after Thanksgiving to find her

Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries

2009-12-09 Thread Debbie Bates
Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Debbie Bates Sent: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 3:44 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries I couldn't agree more...having just

Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries

2009-12-10 Thread Debbie Bates
or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries Is 10th life the sanctuary that was supposedly researching snake venom about two years ago? Sue - Original Message - From: Debbie Bates dlh1...@hotmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 4:43 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk

Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries

2009-12-10 Thread Debbie Bates
Message - From: Debbie Bates dlh1...@hotmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 4:43 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries I couldn't agree more...having just found out that the 'sanctuary' one of my feral fosters was taken to has

Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries

2009-12-10 Thread Debbie Bates
I have had amazing success with Pill Pockets Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo Date: Wed, 9 Dec 2009 23:53:23 -0600 From: bugrahanyal...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries Hi, All,

Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries

2009-12-10 Thread Debbie Bates
at 10:33 AM, Debbie Bates dlh1...@hotmail.com wrote: I have had amazing success with Pill Pockets Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo Date: Wed, 9 Dec 2009 23:53:23 -0600 From: bugrahanyal...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org

Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries

2009-12-10 Thread Debbie Bates
Yes, but you can't imagine the guilt I feel for not being able to take more with me... Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo Date: Thu, 10 Dec 2009 08:27:17 -0800 From: cline...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] PA

Re: [Felvtalk] Will Feral, thank you Diane

2009-12-10 Thread Debbie Bates
Beth, thank you for sharing Will's last day with usas we share the pain of loss with you. Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo _ Windows Live:

Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries

2009-12-10 Thread Debbie Bates
If they can be handled, they can be adopted...they are NOT feral. Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo Date: Thu, 10 Dec 2009 13:27:36 -0800 From: crystal_pro...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat

Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries

2009-12-10 Thread Debbie Bates
OMG, the exact words I said to my Baby Ruben..glad I'm not the only one who has had a hellion! But, my oh my, how he owned my heart!! Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo From: drosenfe...@wi.rr.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Thu, 10

Re: [Felvtalk] PA or OH FeLV+ Cat Sanctuaries

2009-12-11 Thread Debbie Bates
Sanctuaries Just in case you haven't tried it, gently wrapping a cat in a nice, thick blanket helps. It may or may not calm the cat but it offers protection for the person. On Dec 10, 2009, at 6:11 PM, Debbie Bates wrote: OMG, the exact words I said to my Baby Ruben..glad I'm not the only

Re: [Felvtalk] stomatitis

2009-12-14 Thread Debbie Bates
Just wondering...when my sister's cat was having a flair up, they put him on steroids...is this not done any longer? Debbie (COL) Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle Philo To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Sun, 13 Dec 2009 16:54:26 -0500 From:

Re: [Felvtalk] Peta Kills Animals

2010-01-07 Thread Debbie Bates
Unfortunately, this does not come as any surprise to me Debbie “Sometimes you have to look reality in the eye and deny it” (Garrison Keillor) From: ssjew...@bellsouth.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Thu, 7 Jan 2010 14:24:09 -0500 Subject: [Felvtalk] Peta Kills Animals

Re: [Felvtalk] Lyttle Guy passed away

2010-01-25 Thread Debbie Bates
James, I am so sorry! What an awful thing for you to have had to witness. Godspeed, Lyttle Guy...I will light a candle to help you find your way. Debbie “Sometimes you have to look reality in the eye and deny it” (Garrison Keillor) From: phaed...@charter.net To:

Re: [Felvtalk] Frosty Paws has passed

2010-02-18 Thread Debbie Bates
Frosty was meant to be with you, Laura...and you were there for himnever doubt it. Godspeed, little oneyou are now healthy and whole. Debbie “Sometimes you have to look reality in the eye and deny it” (Garrison Keillor) Date: Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:42:15 -0800 From:

Re: [Felvtalk] Bridget is dead

2010-03-18 Thread Debbie Bates
Laura, what a tragic turn of events!!! I am so sorry for all you have had to endure recentlyour hearts break with yours. Date: Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:45:50 -0700 From: hingebacktorto...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] Bridget is dead Bridget is dead. I

Re: [Felvtalk] Bridget is dead

2010-03-20 Thread Debbie Bates
Jeff, what a wonderful storyand you a an angel for giving this little guy a chance to live an to know what love feels like. Bravo!! _ Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM

Re: [Felvtalk] Bridget has sent me another cat

2010-03-21 Thread Debbie Bates
And, in this sweet kitty, Bridget's memory lives on.what a wonderful way to honor your love for her. _ Hotmail: Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft.

Re: [Felvtalk] RIP Brillo and Desmond

2010-03-24 Thread Debbie Bates
Oh my goodnesshow horrible...our hearts break with yoursGodspeed, baby boys... Date: Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:01:20 -0700 From: crystal_pro...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] RIP Brillo and Desmond Both of my beautiful baby boys, Brillo and Desmond

Re: [Felvtalk] The Heavens Cried for Max Today

2010-03-30 Thread Debbie Bates
Sharyl, bless you for giving these babies a chance to know love...and Godspeed, little Max. Debbie We choose our joys and sorrows long before we experience them. - Kahlil Gibran _

Re: [Felvtalk] Fw: New to Feline Leukemia

2010-09-16 Thread Debbie Bates
Bonnie, it got through! Hang in there for just a bitthere are many extremely well informed members who will have any and all information you need! I am not dealing with any felv cats, but come here often so that I stay informed Debbie We choose our joys and sorrows long before we

Re: [Felvtalk] Murphy is gone.

2010-10-26 Thread Debbie Bates
We are all so sorry for your loss!!! Debbie We choose our joys and sorrows long before we experience them. - Kahlil Gibran Date: Mon, 25 Oct 2010 23:54:05 -0700 From: aliceflow...@sbcglobal.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] Murphy is gone. Murphy has passed to

Re: [Felvtalk] Finding homes for cats upon death

2010-12-21 Thread Debbie Bates
Lorrie, that is something I lay awake at night worrying about myself...not only my own cats, but the ferals I have TNR'd and care forin July I was hospitalized for almost three weeksthank goodness my husband was able to care for them (well, as much as he could)but I hesitate to do

Re: [Felvtalk] Finding homes for cats upon death

2010-12-23 Thread Debbie Bates
now just in case. I am 70 after all. I have also arranged with someone to drive them to Rustic Hollow. Lorrie felineres...@kvinet.com wrote: On 12-21, Debbie Bates wrote: Lorrie, that is something I lay awake at night worrying about myself...not only my own cats, but the ferals

Re: [Felvtalk] Finding homes for cats upon death

2010-12-28 Thread Debbie Bates
Wow, Kellythat place seems wonderful...except for the fact that I could almost DOUBLE their feline count with just my houseful, lol! Debbie ~ When the world says, Give up, hope whispers, Try it one more time ~ From: moonv...@gmail.com Date: Sat, 25 Dec 2010 17:38:28 -0600 To:

Re: [Felvtalk] Singing to Cats

2010-12-30 Thread Debbie Bates
wowI thought I was the only one who did that (what a relief!) Debbie ~ When the world says, Give up, hope whispers, Try it one more time ~ From: ho...@sonic.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Thu, 30 Dec 2010 11:56:58 -0800 Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Singing to Cats So I'm

Re: [Felvtalk] FW: Cats Suffer and Die at Animal 'Sanctuary'

2011-02-24 Thread Debbie Bates
One of my cats came from a sanctuaryafter having been deemed unadoptable by the group who initially rescued her . I fostered this tiny, pregnant, emaciated kitten in my home and cared for her and (later) her babies, who eventually went up for adoption. In the 6 weeks after she left my

Re: [Felvtalk] Sanctuaries

2011-02-25 Thread Debbie Bates
I have not personally visited Caboodle...however, the group I foster for said they would NEVER allow any of their animals to go there. The animals live out of doors (for the most part)and this guy really discourages visitors. So if a cat gets sick and hides ... how will he know? The

Re: [Felvtalk] Keep Cats Indoors

2011-03-22 Thread Debbie Bates
Thanks Sam!! You rock! Debbie ~ When the world says, Give up, hope whispers, Try it one more time ~ Date: Tue, 22 Mar 2011 13:36:23 -0700 From: sin...@sbcglobal.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Keep Cats Indoors Sorry but that information is outdated or

Re: [Felvtalk] Who would like to get the Declawing info?

2011-03-24 Thread Debbie Bates
I would please.. Debbie ~ When the world says, Give up, hope whispers, Try it one more time ~ Date: Thu, 24 Mar 2011 11:29:30 -0400 From: at...@optonline.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] Who would like to get the Declawing info? I cannot send it to the

Re: [Felvtalk] Cat claws

2011-03-28 Thread Debbie Bates
LOLmy thoughts exactly. Debbie ~ When the world says, Give up, hope whispers, Try it one more time ~ From: taylore...@msn.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:15:24 -0500 Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Cat claws You just can't fix STUPID. Date: Mon,

Re: [Felvtalk] Cat Foof

2011-03-28 Thread Debbie Bates
Same for my feralsbut in colder weather, I mix it with wet kitten foodfor added calories! I still have one female that won't touch the wet stuff...so I always make sure there is plenty of fresh clean water at my feeding stations. Debbie ~ When the world says, Give up, hope whispers,

Re: [Felvtalk] Time to step down from rescuing for a time being.

2011-03-29 Thread Debbie Bates
Terrie, I am so sorry you are going through such a difficult timeyou are in my prayers, as is you husband...may his passing be peaceful and may you have solace in knowing you were with him. Debbie ~ When the world says, Give up, hope whispers, Try it one more time ~

Re: [Felvtalk] I am always with Her

2011-03-29 Thread Debbie Bates
I would LOVE to read any other things you have saved!!! Please feel free to email me. Debbie ~ When the world says, Give up, hope whispers, Try it one more time ~ Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:58:42 -0400 From: at...@optonline.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] I

Re: [Felvtalk] Poppy

2011-04-15 Thread Debbie Bates
Finger crossed for Poppy! Debbie ~ When the world says, Give up, hope whispers, Try it one more time ~ ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org

Re: [Felvtalk] Dublin woke up from surgery blind

2012-02-15 Thread Debbie Bates
I have a boy who had bouts of intermittent blindness.it went on for months. His vision is perfect nowand he is almost ten years old. Debbie Bates What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal Date: Wed, 15