Re: [Felvtalk] How to long to separate negative/positive kitties?

2009-08-04 Thread Gloria B. Lane
kittens. Both cats are well over 3 - maybe 6 or 7 yrs old now - and no problems whatsoever. The vet wanted her to have them retested, she did and nothing had changed (1 pos, 1 neg). Gloria On Aug 4, 2009, at 12:29 AM, Iva Lark Emily Seaberg wrote: Thank you everyone for the warm welcome

Re: [Felvtalk] Vitamin C

2009-08-06 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Well, you might check out Dr. Belfield's vitamin C - http://www.belfield.com/ Gloria On Aug 6, 2009, at 9:53 AM, Sue Frank Koren wrote: Hello everyone, Does anyone have a good source for powdered vitamin C for cats. The shelter I volunteer for is looking to add vitamin C with the lysine

Re: [Felvtalk] Wolfie Update

2009-08-08 Thread Gloria B. Lane
You probably have to live in the boonies of Arkansas to know about stuff like that, cause you can't get it anywhere else ho ho Gary - Gloria On Aug 8, 2009, at 4:26 PM, MaryChristine wrote: gary, is there a link to walmart's specialty pharmacy? i've never heard of it as an entity before

Re: [Felvtalk] Research into FeLV: was Staph Protein A

2009-08-10 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I've read this too, MC, that FELV is considered a closer analogy to HIV... Gloria On Aug 10, 2009, at 10:07 AM, MaryChristine wrote: wow, hebert, thank you for these great posts! (and your english is better than many who claim to be native speakers.) i have always been under

Re: [Felvtalk] Research into FeLV: was Staph Protein A

2009-08-12 Thread Gloria B. Lane
on that? Thanks, Gloria On Aug 12, 2009, at 8:14 AM, hebert ferrarezzi wrote: Hi MaryChristine and Gloria, FIV is in fact a closer relative to HIV than is FeLV. The three belong to the same retrovirus family and subfamily, but FeLV belongs to the Gammaretrovirus group, whereas FIV and HIV belong

Re: [Felvtalk] Hello, I'm Snowball, Felv+, and I need your help. Please read my story...Thanks!

2009-08-12 Thread Gloria B. Lane
://www.fundable.com/groupactions/groupaction.2009-08-03.8415646672 You look like such a pretty, sweet kitty - good luck! Gloria in Arkansas On Aug 12, 2009, at 11:04 AM, Reyna Castano wrote: Hello Everyone, My name is Snowball and I have been given the opportunity to be part of a wonderful family

Re: [Felvtalk] Hello, I'm Snowball, Felv+, and I need your help. Please read my story...Thanks!

2009-08-12 Thread Gloria B. Lane
They get distracted easily too - looking out the window, etc (well kind of like me lol) Gloria On Aug 12, 2009, at 11:39 AM, Susan Hoffman wrote: Cats are such clumsy typists. That's why you never see one in a secretarial position. Thanks for fixing that for Snowball. --- On Wed, 8

Re: [Felvtalk] Thank you for your help

2009-08-12 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I have to ask, Belinda - what are the clothes pins for? Have had CRF cats, never tried that. Gloria On Aug 12, 2009, at 1:11 PM, Belinda Sauro wrote: My thoughts on this: It tore my guts out to read about the horrendous things so many of the members were putting their very old, (16

Re: [Felvtalk] Difficult decision

2009-08-13 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I personally have never seen anemia as a painful death. But The ace sounds like a good option. Gloria On Aug 13, 2009, at 8:13 AM, POTT, BEVERLY wrote: I have given cats ace promazine in situations like that, before I take them to the vet to be put to sleep. That way, they aren't

Re: [Felvtalk] Felvtalk Digest, Vol 14, Issue 11- 2 cats

2009-08-13 Thread Gloria B. Lane
developed any options except to watch and wait and pts when time. If they act healthy, of course, I figure they can hang around and enjoy life a bit longer. Gloria On Aug 13, 2009, at 8:49 AM, Heather wrote: My 14/15 year old feral FIV+ feral kitty Bobbi had uneven pupils, the vet felt

Re: [Felvtalk] Rebecca - Tummy troubles

2009-08-13 Thread Gloria B. Lane
. Gloria On Aug 13, 2009, at 12:13 PM, Susan Hoffman wrote: full blown AIDS Does Rebecca have FIV (sometimes mistakenly referred to as kitty AIDS) or FeLV? Metronidazole is the metro you're referring to. It's typically prescribed for giardia and other intestinal parasites

Re: [Felvtalk] Rebecca - Tummy troubles

2009-08-13 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I've never seen Flagyl cause diarrhea, but gave it to an older siamese the other day (had been giving him Panacur) and darned if he didn't have awful diarrhea (on the floor). I was surprised. I've never seen Clinda cause diarrhea. Gloria On Aug 13, 2009, at 5:30 PM, MaryChristine

Re: [Felvtalk] Felvtalk Digest, Vol 14, Issue 11

2009-08-13 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Absolutely - On Aug 13, 2009, at 5:50 PM, MaryChristine wrote: good reminder that just cuz a cat has FeLV, doesn't mean that everything else it has is related! -- Spay Neuter Your Neighbors! Maybe That'll Make The Difference MaryChristine Special-Needs Coordinator, Purebred Cat Breed

Re: [Felvtalk] Mo Please add to the CLS :(

2009-08-15 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I'm so sorry, Sherry - what a wonderful boy - Gloria On Aug 15, 2009, at 8:53 PM, Sherry DeHaan wrote: We lost our sweet three legged Mo(missing one) tonight.he was quite a character.I used to get a laugh when he would swat at the other Sids kids with his phantom leg and THEY would

Re: [Felvtalk] FeLV+ FIV+ cat with liver problems

2009-08-19 Thread Gloria B. Lane
he can't of course. As I recall, the last one, B.B., I brought home and gave him fluids and syringed him liquid food, tried various remedies both allopathic and homeopathic, but essentially he just drifted away. Best of luck, thanks for writing. Gloria On Aug 19, 2009, at 6:17 AM

Re: [Felvtalk] Urgent! FeLV cat -New Jersey- I need to find him a Sanctuary

2009-08-19 Thread Gloria B. Lane
are still alive and happy after 4 years - one is still + and the other still -. Best of luck, Gloria On Aug 19, 2009, at 7:52 AM, Donna Hotz wrote: I live in Central New Jersey and I have a cat that showed up on my doorstep about 10 months ago. He is so super friendly that my husband

Re: [Felvtalk] Mae Please add to the CLS

2009-08-24 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I'm so sorry, Sharyl, she was so fortunate to have you. Gloria On Aug 24, 2009, at 3:14 AM, Sharyl wrote: Please add Mae to the CLS. Mae was a 2 y/o FeLV+ dumpster kitty I TNR'd last year. I had trapped her again to relocate her to my back yard since the area the colony was living

Re: [Felvtalk] Imulan

2009-08-30 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Would be interesting to hear from folks who have used Imulan - Gloria On Aug 30, 2009, at 12:15 PM, Jane Lyons wrote: This is the third time, in the two plus years that I have been on this list, that people have come on to talk about the benefit and promise of Imulan. Each time this has

Re: [Felvtalk] IMULAN

2009-08-30 Thread Gloria B. Lane
, and kitty has made it past 3 years, think is now 5 or 6. Thanks for your email, Gloria On Aug 30, 2009, at 12:54 PM, Alice Flowers wrote: After hearing about this product-I called our vet here in Sacramento and she agreed to order it for us. I want to try it because we lost the 4th kitty

Re: [Felvtalk] feline leukemia virus outdoors

2009-09-05 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I would agree - certainly it's safe. It's gone by now. Gloria On Sep 5, 2009, at 5:24 PM, TANYA NOE wrote: Cindy, The FELV virus is not hardy and cannot survive long outside the body. There is still debate over whether it lasts for hours or days on dry surfaces (though most will say

Re: [Felvtalk] RIP Mattie 7/09 - 8/09

2009-09-06 Thread Gloria B. Lane
When mine have died, it's been mostly around age 2.5 to 3 years. I have two that are over 10. Gloria On Sep 6, 2009, at 9:32 PM, Laurieskatz wrote: I am so sorry to hear this...I have heard that if they make it to age 2 their chances are pretty good. I also think I've heard around age 5

Re: [Felvtalk] Administrative List

2009-09-21 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Hey there Terrie - Gloria On Sep 21, 2009, at 10:23 AM, ter...@tazzys.org wrote: Hello, Can anyone read this? TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS/SIAMESE COLLIE RESCUE Sultan, WA. 98294 Terrie Mohr-Forker http://tazzys.org/ 501(c)3 Non-Profit national rescue. All donations are tax deductible. http

Re: [Felvtalk] eye (pupils) changes and transport

2009-09-24 Thread Gloria B. Lane
the airport security scanner, with her carrier going thru separately. Glad I had the harness and leash. I had cat, then had to retrieve purse, carrier, shoes, etc, and reassemble myself. It was no fun. Gloria On Sep 24, 2009, at 7:42 PM, Lance wrote: Hello List, It's been a long time

Re: [Felvtalk] Xana, FelV positive - interferon?

2009-09-29 Thread Gloria B. Lane
thing I noticed was that when I stopped the interferon, like when I was on vacation and the person couldn't catch the cat - the cat got sick and died when I returned. Kitty was about 3 yrs old, which is when I've seen several of mine die. Gloria On Sep 29, 2009, at 5:45 AM, Hotmail Junk

Re: [Felvtalk] Xana, FelV positive - interferon?

2009-09-29 Thread Gloria B. Lane
research it. Regards Gloria On Sep 29, 2009, at 10:24 AM, Second Chance Meows wrote: my suggestion is to do some research on it. Interferon is used to fight forms of cancer, and is considered to be chemo. side effects include: loss of weight, nausea,hair loss, heart issues, pain, chills

Re: [Felvtalk] Interferon-Article that explains why I now give it 2x daily

2009-09-30 Thread Gloria B. Lane
naturally occurring Interferon to support their immune systems.Now that's just a theory I've seen posted on this list, from years back. Gloria On Sep 30, 2009, at 2:10 AM, Alice Flowers wrote: Here are some excerpts from some research on Interferon-I have been giving it 2x a day

Re: [Felvtalk] Interferon-Article that explains why I now give it 2x daily

2009-09-30 Thread Gloria B. Lane
What I've always heard and done, is you use it *when* they're asymptomatic, on a regular basis. If you wait till they become ill, it's too late. Gloria On Sep 30, 2009, at 11:11 AM, Esther Jorda wrote: *Do you use interferon (alfa) with asymptomatic cats or once they become ill

Re: [Felvtalk] Adopting neg kitten to family with positive cat

2009-09-30 Thread Gloria B. Lane
old now, still 1 pos and 1 neg. Gloria On Sep 30, 2009, at 4:04 PM, Lorrie wrote: Last year I adopted a FelV positive kitten to a couple who had two neg. cats. They knew the kitten they wanted was positive, but they fell in love with him and took him anyway. I kept him until their other two

Re: [Felvtalk] Interferon, etc

2009-10-02 Thread Gloria B. Lane
FELVs less than 3 yrs old. Guess I've mellowed, and I just don't have time. Gloria On Oct 2, 2009, at 2:57 PM, Lorrie wrote: Hi Michael of Second Chance Meows... Just a note to let you know I agree with what you wrote. I have seen people put their cats through all sorts

Re: [Felvtalk] PA Sanctuary

2009-10-05 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I agree - didn't used to, but after living with FELV and FIV and normal cats for several years, I really think that's a better approach. Gloria On Oct 5, 2009, at 11:55 AM, CATHERINE DIDONNA wrote: THANKYOU.CATHY --- On Fri, 10/2/09, Stray Cat Alliance stray_cat_allia

Re: [Felvtalk] Interferon thoughts?

2009-10-08 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Impressive vet. Yes, there has been some varied opinions about it. But I'd put her on oral Interferon - a very low dose. I think 30 units is a standard for adult cats so would ask the vet how much she thinks - c ertainly lower than an adult dose. Gloria --- Original Message

Re: [Felvtalk] new with questions

2009-10-20 Thread Gloria B. Lane
, and no problems. I think in general, the vet research just hasn't been done on FELV, so we're told it's contagious. Gloria On Oct 20, 2009, at 11:42 AM, mary (merlin) marshall wrote: Hi, I've just subscribed. My friend and I picked up a stray calico and planned to get her spayed and adopted

Re: [Felvtalk] 2008 AAFP Feline Retrovirus Management

2009-10-22 Thread Gloria B. Lane
H - I'm concerned about the statement about when to vaccinate FIV cats: Cats living with FIV-positive cats, particularly if there is fighting. Gloria On Oct 21, 2009, at 6:09 PM, MaryChristine wrote: for those who haven't seen it--or to play out for your vet! http

Re: [Felvtalk] OT: Fluid buildup in the chest

2009-10-24 Thread Gloria B. Lane
back. I'm so sorry - Gloria On Oct 23, 2009, at 2:28 PM, James G Wilson wrote: Hey all, Sorry for the off-topic post. But, my male cat, LG, is sick. Took him to the vet this morning because he wasn't breathing right. He had 288cc's of fluid built up around his heart and lungs

Re: [Felvtalk] OT: Fluid buildup in the chest

2009-10-24 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Very interesting - thanks for posting that - Gloria On Oct 23, 2009, at 10:00 PM, S. Jewell wrote: Belinda, You would not have heard of it, unless you follow the likes of Robert Cathcart http://www.orthomed.com/publications1.html , Linus Pauling, Hugh Riordan, Irwin Stone, and Ewan

Re: [Felvtalk] OT: Fluid buildup in the chest

2009-10-24 Thread Gloria B. Lane
the blood itself. Gloria On Oct 24, 2009, at 2:36 PM, James G Wilson wrote: Thanks to everyone for the well wishes and suggestions on LG's chest fluid. Thankfully, he is not FeLV+. This fluid just seemed to come out of nowhere because he is so healthy otherwise. He is on prednisone

Re: [Felvtalk] Clifford Please add to the CLS :(

2009-10-26 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I'm so sorry - lucky guy to have someone be there for him - to love him and miss him. Gloria On Oct 25, 2009, at 9:19 PM, Sherry DeHaan wrote: Well this guy I only got to meet briefly last night at Sids before we had Dr Jen come take him to the clinic.He was in distress but still

Re: [Felvtalk] Reversal of FIP in my six-month-old kitten

2009-11-23 Thread Gloria B. Lane
interested in and respect Dr. Belfield's approaches, so am very interested in this and will have to read more. Gloria On Nov 23, 2009, at 8:08 AM, MaryChristine wrote: corona virus titres do NOT prove FIP. cats can have high FeCoV titres and not progress to FIP, and cats who have progressed

Re: [Felvtalk] Reversal of FIP in my six-month-old kitten

2009-11-24 Thread Gloria B. Lane
surgery, a few years ago, and the vet said must have been FIP. I think the vet and his assistant probably just weren't careful with her airway after surgery, after they put her back in the cage. Gloria On Nov 23, 2009, at 5:00 PM, Diane Rosenfeldt wrote: I haven't read all the posts

Re: [Felvtalk] Reversal of FIP in my six-month-old kitten

2009-11-26 Thread Gloria B. Lane
time to do drive away for a day.. Guess I just have to look around some more locally. Gloria On Nov 25, 2009, at 9:33 AM, jbero tds.net wrote: I think you all have valid points. Here are my thoughts. 1. Overdiagnosis of FIP - this is way hard to estimate because the diagnosis

Re: [Felvtalk] I Hate PETA

2009-12-03 Thread Gloria B. Lane
That really sucks big time. I knew that Peta had problems, and I haven't contributed to them in a long time. But I've never heard of this idiocy. I'll pass this info on - thanks for posting. Gloria --- Original Message --- From : Sharyl[mailto:cline...@yahoo.com] Sent : 12/3/2009

Re: [Felvtalk] Just got FIV+ diagnosis

2009-12-03 Thread Gloria B. Lane
good thoughts - Gloria --- Original Message --- From : Sharyl[mailto:cline...@yahoo.com] Sent : 12/3/2009 12:16:58 PM To : felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc : Subject : RE: Re: [Felvtalk] Just got FIV+ diagnosis Natasha, I see no reason why you can't cut and paste Ben's test results. You

Re: [Felvtalk] Bridget will be started on LTCI

2009-12-03 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Thanks, Laura, I'm very interested - keep us up to date on what's going on! Gloria On Dec 3, 2009, at 10:21 AM, LauraM wrote: We are going to start Bridget on LTCI. Many thanks to all the members of this group - I would not have known about this drug without you. She's doing great

Re: [Felvtalk] Help - I can't get LTCI in Georgia!

2009-12-11 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Very nice summary, Gary, thanks - Gloria On Dec 11, 2009, at 1:34 AM, Gary wrote: How odd. Has your vet spoken to Imulan about this problem? There isn't anything I know for sure that helps a lot other than a good diet and low stress. There are many things that people use with varying

Re: [Felvtalk] Help - I can't get LTCI in Georgia!

2009-12-11 Thread Gloria B. Lane
about finding a vet who'll do an IV drip - wish I'd done it with some of my cats who've now passed on. Gloria in Arkansas On Dec 11, 2009, at 10:44 AM, S. Jewell wrote: Gary, I used the Mega C Plus on a feral FeLV cat for six months but ultimately he did not seroconvert because

Re: [Felvtalk] stomatitis

2009-12-13 Thread Gloria B. Lane
, Stomatitis can be called by several different things... Best of luck, Gloria On Dec 13, 2009, at 3:54 PM, lernermiche...@aol.com wrote: Hi. I'm fostering an FIV+ cat right now who has pretty bad stomatitis. We had his teeth cleaned and 6 of them removed, and after a few weeks

Re: [Felvtalk] stomatitis

2009-12-13 Thread Gloria B. Lane
That's interesting I'll start that (orally) with a cat I have. Gloria On Dec 13, 2009, at 9:55 PM, S. Jewell wrote: Michelle, No amount of antibiotics will do for your cat's stomatitis what ascorbic acid will do. See http://www.seanet.com/~alexs/ascorbate/197x/belfield-w-j_int

Re: [Felvtalk] Suggestion

2009-12-15 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Welcome, this is in general a great list! I totally agree - and I've been on the list for maybe 6+ years. I've tried a number of things, and very open to trying other things that come along. We need all the help and suggestions we can get. Gloria On Dec 15, 2009, at 11:37 AM, Sara

Re: [Felvtalk] Help - I can't get LTCI in Georgia!

2009-12-17 Thread Gloria B. Lane
that too. Good luck! Gloria On Dec 16, 2009, at 8:10 PM, LauraM wrote: My vet spoke with several people at whatever state department deals with drugs and so on, and apparently nobody can get LTCI, even the clinics who'd been previously using it. It is so, so frustrating (especially

Re: [Felvtalk] Zapper

2009-12-20 Thread Gloria B. Lane
It would be definitely be considered alternative, Roseann. I have one at home somewhere - got it from my sister's things after her death, I'm not even sure where it is, guess I'd better find it. Gloria On Dec 20, 2009, at 7:48 PM, Roseann Fitzgerald wrote: My vet has never mentioned

Re: [Felvtalk] FELV+ kitten needs a foster home for a month

2009-12-21 Thread Gloria B . Lane
Anybody in Philadelphia? This is from the FIVcats list - Gloria 1. Fwd: [phillytnr] -- FELV+ kitten needs a foster home for a month ON Posted by: cwynnecolly...@aol.com cwynnecolly...@aol.com whitehorsegoddess1990

[Felvtalk] Bridge list - SnuggleBunny and Calico

2010-01-09 Thread Gloria B. Lane
4 years, died in Dec 2009. I also lost some non-FELV kitties recently - Tillie (age 18, Oct 2009), Violet (FIV adult kitty, Nov 2009), Toby (age 14, Dec 2009). Thanks, Gloria ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http

[Felvtalk] Oh yeah - VOTE FOR ORANGE TABBY ALEX in the Bissell contest

2010-01-09 Thread Gloria B. Lane
, Feline Rescue and Rehome. Thanks very much - we really appreciate it! I've included her info below -Gloria - http://mvp.bissell.com/mvp_PetDetail.aspx?id=8589935526 This is the link to follow for the Bissell Most

Re: [Felvtalk] Bridge list - SnuggleBunny and Calico

2010-01-09 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Thanks, Diane, yes it has been sad. Gloria On Jan 10, 2010, at 12:09 AM, Diane Rosenfeldt wrote: Wow, what a sad couple of months for you and Susan! Gentlest of bridge vibes to Oliver, Tillie, Violet, Toby, SnuggleBunny and Calico. I'm sure they're all at the Bridge glad to see some

Re: [Felvtalk] Lyttle Guy passed away

2010-01-25 Thread Gloria B. Lane
So sorry, James - gentle bridge vibes for sweet Lyttle Guy. Lucky kitty to pass out of this world with such kind hearted love. Gloria On Jan 25, 2010, at 4:37 AM, James G Wilson wrote: Lyttle Guy passed away in my arms at 4:18am this morning. He had series of seizures and then gasped his

Re: [Felvtalk] Advice please?

2010-01-26 Thread Gloria B. Lane
a few FELV cats. Now there are different types of FELV virus, so maybe that plays into it. Hope this helps in some way. Gloria --- Original Message --- From: Avia Rauscher[mailto:a...@rauscher.com] Sent: 1/26/2010 1:15:14 PM To : felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc

[Felvtalk] Article at Bestfriends

2010-01-26 Thread Gloria B. Lane
the virus. So I can see folks reading that article and then euthing their FELV kitties, thinking they're doing them a favor. The 5 FELV cats that I have now haven't seen any sickness since I've had them. Gloria ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk

Re: [Felvtalk] Article at Bestfriends

2010-01-26 Thread Gloria B. Lane
, figured I'd get some good info on IR. WRONG!! The vet said they use it because that is what was being done when he arrived, I believe he doesn't have a clue. Gary - Original Message - From: Gloria B. Lane gbl...@aristotle.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Tuesday, January 26

Re: [Felvtalk] Sweet dreams little brother

2010-01-31 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Awww, I'm so sorry about your sweet Mozart. Gloria On Jan 30, 2010, at 7:45 PM, Jason Michael Canon wrote: At 7:45 tonight Mozart finally went to sleep. Keep a light on for me little brother. Love always, Jason ___ Felvtalk mailing list

[Felvtalk] Li Won has passed on

2010-01-31 Thread Gloria B. Lane
the oldest kitty I've had. I wish her well in her journey to the bridge and am grateful that she was here. Gloria ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org

Re: [Felvtalk] Li Won has passed on

2010-02-02 Thread Gloria B. Lane
AND to share with her now-deceased mama who had her for most of those years. What a ride... Thanks to everyone, always makes me feel better to post here. Gloria On Feb 1, 2010, at 3:07 PM, MaryChristine wrote: wow, what a wonderful ride she had! i'm sorry that she had to leave you

Re: [Felvtalk] FW: Virginia Clemans article regarding Feline LeukemiaViirus

2010-02-10 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I'm looking for a link to the article... Gloria On Feb 10, 2010, at 9:33 AM, Laurieskatz wrote: If anyone is so inclined, might be good for them to hear from others. Laurie From: Estelle Munro [mailto:este...@bestfriends.org] Sent: Tuesday, February 09, 2010 6:38 PM To: Laurieskatz

Re: [Felvtalk] Bernie - Uveitis

2010-02-16 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I'm so sorry to hear that. Wonder if something else could be causing the diarrhea, like giardia or something? Just thought I'd mention it. Will sure be thinking of Bernie - best of luck, Gloria --- Original Message --- From: Maria[mailto:mian...@gmail.com] Sent: 2/16/2010

Re: [Felvtalk] ringworm

2010-03-04 Thread Gloria B. Lane
) and seems to work well for him. I get a wet rag and apply it topially, with warm water. Not sure what his skin problem is, though, probably not ringworm. Gloria --- Original Message --- From: Diane Tyler[mailto:drty...@spenserslegacy.org] Sent: 3/3/2010 6:23:45 PM

Re: [Felvtalk] how to treat a cut in FeLV cat

2010-03-28 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I generally clean the cut with Hydrogen Peroxide, poured directly on the cut. Then either antibiotic ointment or an herbal, Golden Seal powder or liquid. Gloria On Mar 28, 2010, at 7:08 PM, Linda Sollberger wrote: Hello everyone, I've been on the list for several months but haven't

[Felvtalk] off topic: need a temp stay and ride from Phoenix/Tempe area

2010-03-29 Thread Gloria B. Lane
! Thanks! Gloria ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org

Re: [Felvtalk] gentian violet for ringworm-how?

2010-04-02 Thread Gloria B. Lane
also a treatment for thrush in the mouth, but I don't think it's very tempting to use in the mouth, or lick (for a kitty). Gloria On Apr 2, 2010, at 6:45 PM, Emeraldkittee wrote: some have mentioned using this or goldenseal as a natural treatment for ringwormI assume it comes

[Felvtalk] Phoenix/Tempe?

2010-04-06 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Still looking know of any people to help or reputable rescues in the Phoenix/Tempe area? Gloria Begin forwarded message: From: Gloria B. Lane gbl...@aristotle.net Date: March 29, 2010 4:12:23 PM CDT To: Feline Leukemia felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] off topic: need

Re: [Felvtalk] Felvtalk Digest, Vol 22, Issue 5

2010-04-07 Thread Gloria B. Lane
specific than Re: Contents of Felvtalk digest... Today's Topics: 1. Phoenix/Tempe? (Gloria B. Lane) -- Message: 1 Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 12:17:44 -0500 From: Gloria B. Lane gbl...@aristotle.net Subject: [Felvtalk] Phoenix/Tempe

Re: [Felvtalk] on ringworm.

2010-04-16 Thread Gloria B. Lane
HA Love it. Gloria On Apr 15, 2010, at 7:49 PM, MaryChristine wrote: re: ringworm, your vet is uncommonly wise. if you read all the professional literature, including the small print, it all boils down to: goes away with treatment in x number of months (depending on treatment); goes away

Re: [Felvtalk] update on Whimsy

2010-04-16 Thread Gloria B. Lane
it, whatever it is. Think it's almost gone. Gloria On Apr 16, 2010, at 6:08 PM, Emeraldkittee wrote: thanks, Heather, yes I think it's looking like seasonal allergies since it was triggered when we had our first snow melt. I didn't know him last Spring so I cannot tell what he went thru

Re: [Felvtalk] Possible therapy for felv

2010-04-16 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Good luck feeding your cats dandelions with cheese and jalapeno sauce... On Apr 16, 2010, at 4:20 PM, MaryChristine wrote: i realize that there are a group of folks who insist that FIV and AIDS are totally analogous; what i've found out is that the major researchers continuing in this line

Re: [Felvtalk] Felv vaccine and booster

2010-04-17 Thread Gloria B. Lane
). Gloria On Apr 17, 2010, at 3:42 PM, Emma Lively wrote: Is it true that the felv vaccine can cause a cat to turn positive in the future? I heard this from a friend and it shocked me because another friend has a healthy cat who received her felv vaccine and booster last year. All her pets

Re: [Felvtalk] Possible therapy for felv

2010-05-10 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Impressive and interesting. On Apr 16, 2010, at 11:53 AM, jbero tds.net wrote: Okay, I am always questioning people that claim a cure, but here is a small study done that caused a man to patent the treatment concerning felv. This a group dedicated to looking into any avenue that may help

Re: [Felvtalk] Tommy is gone

2010-05-11 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I am so sorry, Lisa. Sweet dreams to our baby Tommy. Gloria On May 8, 2010, at 8:40 AM, Lisa Borden wrote: Just a note to let you know that Tommy lost his battle with FeLV on Tuesday. I still cannot believe how quickly it took over, and by Tuesday morning he was so weak and his eyes

[Felvtalk] OT: blind deaf cat

2010-06-13 Thread Gloria B. Lane
going on and if he needs to defend himself. I haven't had a blind or deaf cat before. Does anyone know of a rescue that will take a blind-deaf cat? I found one in North Carolina, but I'm in Arkansas. Thanks very much, Gloria ___ Felvtalk mailing

Re: [Felvtalk] was Blind/Deaf Cat - now FIV and vets

2010-06-18 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I agree, totally. Hooray for your vet! On Jun 18, 2010, at 7:40 PM, dlg...@windstream.net dlg...@windstream.net wrote: I WILL SAY IT AGAIN, THANK GOD FOR MY VET. HE SAYS IF YOU KEEP THE NEGATIVES HEALTHY AND UP TO DATE ON SHOTS IT IS OKAY AND HE IS WILLING TO READ/LISTEN TO ANYTHING I

Re: [Felvtalk] was Blind/Deaf Cat - now FIV and vets

2010-06-19 Thread Gloria B. Lane
was with in Michigan, and never any problems. Gloria On Jun 19, 2010, at 9:54 AM, Natalie wrote: Veterinarians' views differ: My veterinarian who also practices holistic, herbal, nutritional medicine does not like to vaccinate FeLV or FIV positive cats too often due to their compromised immune systems. All

Re: [Felvtalk] Blind/Deaf Cat

2010-06-19 Thread Gloria B. Lane
it takes to pass on FIV. Gloria On Jun 19, 2010, at 3:46 PM, MaryChristine wrote: for everyone, i'll post this again: this is the link to the amer assn of feline practitioners guidelines for management of feline retrovirii, and contains further links to both the summaries and the full

Re: [Felvtalk] Please light a candle for Taj

2010-06-22 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I'm so sorry Sara, he's welcomed at the bridge by all our dear kitties who have gone before. Calawalla Banana Booboo, Mittens, Mr. Black Kitty, Bob, Oliver, will all play happily with him. Gloria On Jun 22, 2010, at 5:23 PM, Sara Kasteleyn wrote: Dear friends, I had hoped to avoid

Re: [Felvtalk] Interferon

2010-06-27 Thread Gloria B. Lane
, Tally was on this group a few years ago and still has some information on interferon and FELV on her web site. You can check it out at http://www.tallyville.com/stomatitis.html Gloria On Jun 27, 2010, at 6:45 PM, gary wrote: Island Pharmacy was bought out by Franck's Pharmacy some time

Re: [Felvtalk] Interferon

2010-06-27 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Yeah, it's my understanding that it needs to get to the tissue in the back of the throat for absorption there... Will have to look at the laser treatments, haven't read that. Gloria On Jun 27, 2010, at 9:50 PM, gary wrote: Of course, you could always make your own and have a lifetime

Re: [Felvtalk] Bugsy Please add the the CLS :(

2010-06-29 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I'm so sorry, Sherry, you were fortunate to have each other. Your lovely boy will be welcomed to the Bridge by all of our lovely kitty angels. Gloria On Jun 29, 2010, at 7:06 PM, Sherry DeHaan wrote: My heart is heavy yet once again.Bugsy (Bugaboo) lost his battle today.He

Re: [Felvtalk] vets

2010-07-02 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Well we've got a New Yorker on the list or did, now I forget who! Gloria On Jul 1, 2010, at 4:35 PM, CATHERINE DIDONNA wrote: Can anyone recommend a vet that cares about FELV cats in New York City? Thankyou --- On Wed, 6/30/10, Sharyl cline...@yahoo.com wrote: From: Sharyl cline

Re: [Felvtalk] vets

2010-07-03 Thread Gloria B. Lane
But there's someone else, o great white brainey one... Gloria On Jul 3, 2010, at 12:45 PM, MaryChristine wrote: duh. i know that michelle is in NJ. i even know that she's in the part of NJ that's near NYC. putting those facts together, however, well -- Spay Neuter Your Neighbors

Re: [Felvtalk] vets

2010-07-03 Thread Gloria B. Lane
, Jul 3, 2010 at 1:50 PM, Gloria B. Lane gbl...@aristotle.net wrote: But there's someone else, o great white brainey one... Gloria On Jul 3, 2010, at 12:45 PM, MaryChristine wrote: duh. i know that michelle is in NJ. i even know that she's in the part of NJ that's near NYC. putting those

Re: [Felvtalk] IMPORTANT CAT VACCINE WARNING

2010-07-13 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I mix positives and negatives also, and don't have problems. I am watchful about kittens though, but I don't often have kittens. Gloria On Jul 13, 2010, at 1:18 AM, Sharyl wrote: Paola, I mix my positive with my negatives in my home. I have had a total of 8 positives inside with my

Re: [Felvtalk] hemobartonella and possible FeLV interested party inNY!

2010-07-19 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I had the same experience with a non FELV cat. Gloria On Jul 19, 2010, at 10:29 AM, POTT, BEVERLY wrote: Rachel- my Felv cat had hemobartonella, and was put on doxycycline for a month- it has cleared up completely. -Original Message- From: rache20...@aol.com [mailto:rache20

Re: [Felvtalk] FIV/FELV teen awaiting retest, in heat--Do we spay?

2010-08-28 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Thanks, agreed here. We've always had such a great, supportive and informative list here on FELVtalk. And although there are some disagreements, this particular topic has been helpful. Gloria On Aug 27, 2010, at 4:41 PM, Barb Moermond wrote: I think that in order to keep this a civil

[Felvtalk] faint pos on snap test, neg on IFA

2010-09-01 Thread Gloria B. Lane
confused. Can someone help me with interpreting what that means? Thanks, Gloria ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org

Re: [Felvtalk] faint pos on snap test, neg on IFA

2010-09-01 Thread Gloria B. Lane
actually FELV or not. Again thanks I appreciate your help and support. This is a wonderful group, always has been, a great resource. I'll check more into the tests that were used on Bicford and let you know. Gloria On Sep 1, 2010, at 7:18 PM, Natalie wrote: Whenever this happened

Re: [Felvtalk] faint pos on snap test, neg on IFA

2010-09-02 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Got it - thanks Kelley! Gloria On Sep 2, 2010, at 2:09 AM, Kelley Saveika wrote: From what I've found light pos is either an error on the part of the tech or a bad test. The IFA is a much more conclusive test. On Thu, Sep 2, 2010 at 12:29 AM, Gloria B. Lane gbl...@aristotle.netwrote

[Felvtalk] Add my Chloe (FELV) to the Bridge list

2010-10-11 Thread Gloria B. Lane
covering her and trying to keep her hydrated and warm, but she said no mom, I don't want the cover on me. Sleep soft sweet Chloe. Gloria ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo

Re: [Felvtalk] Add my Chloe (FELV) to the Bridge list

2010-10-11 Thread Gloria B. Lane
Thank you so much, Sara, that's very special. Gloria On Oct 11, 2010, at 6:58 PM, Sara Kasteleyn wrote: Gloria, your loving tribute to Chloe has brought tears to my eyes. Bless you for taking such good care of this sweet girl. We will light a candle tonight to light her way

Re: [Felvtalk] question on antibiotic

2010-11-21 Thread Gloria B. Lane
The probiotics might be a good idea - some good bacteria in the tummy/ gut, and certainly providing nutrients. Might try syringing some chicken/turkey baby food too. Sometimes just getting something into the belly helps. Good luck - sending good vibes for Spanky. Gloria On Nov 21

[Felvtalk] Fwd: FELV persian near Missouri and Oklahoma

2010-11-21 Thread Gloria B. Lane
This is an FELV Persian, in Bella Vista, Arkansas, the northwest part near the Missouri/Arkansas border, toward Kansas, who doesn't have much time - any options? They say they're willing to transport... Any thoughts or takers? Thanks, Gloria Begin forwarded message: On Nov 17, 2010

Re: [Felvtalk] question on antibiotic

2010-11-22 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I luv Stonyfield Farms products :) Gloria On Nov 22, 2010, at 8:03 AM, Beth wrote: I always give my cats a pro-biotic with clavamox such as Stoneyfield Farms plain yogurt. Beth Dont Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org --- On Sun, 11/21/10, Gloria Lane gbl...@aristotle.net wrote

Re: [Felvtalk] another passing

2010-11-27 Thread Gloria B. Lane
I'm so sorry Michael - sleep soft sweet Queen Lita, 18 years old. Gloria On Nov 27, 2010, at 1:24 AM, Second Chance Meows wrote: tonight we lost our queen, Lita. our very first FeLV cat, she was 18 yrs old. Lita started out as Pink at the SPCA. she was the house cat there for a few years

Re: [Felvtalk] My Nephew's FeLV Kitten

2010-11-27 Thread Gloria B. Lane
to a diagnostic laboratory. IFA tests detect secondary viremia only, so the majority of positive-testing cats remain infected for life. Hope this helps in some way - Best of luck, Gloria On Nov 27, 2010, at 3:46 PM, marasm...@aol.com wrote: Hi Everyone, I joined the Group in order

Re: [Felvtalk] Subject: Re: Spanky - fluid in chest - mediastinaltumor in chest

2010-11-28 Thread Gloria B. Lane
://www.maxshouse.com/Oncology/feline_lymphoma_and_leukemias.htm Gloria On Nov 28, 2010, at 6:11 AM, Melinda Kerr wrote: Stacy, I am not certain of the exact protocol. At one time I had it, but have long since lost it. I am in Japan and the American base vet cannot obtain the cancer

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