I recused a cat who was approx. 3 years old. She tested positive the first time
for FELV but three months later she tested negative on the ELISA and the IFA.
The first time she tested positive the vet hinted that I should euthanize her!
I am so glad I did not listen to him. BTW, he is no longer
So very sorry! My heart goes out to you..
Jannes
From: Lynda Wilson To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 12:10 PMSubject: Re: [Felvtalk] My Siggie
Terri,
So sorry for your loss of Siggie. Orange tabbies are very dear to my heart! RIP, Siggie.
Hugs to you
I rescued a blind and deaf 10 year old cat that was left out in an open field
to die a little over two weeks ago. I hope your cat regains his sight but if he
doesn't, please don't panic. He will learn to adjust in time. I am so sorry!
Search the internet. There is a lot of info on there regardi
Love this poem! Two weeks ago we rescued an blind and deaf cat who is
guesstimated to be 10 years old. Another challenge in my life but so glad to be
of service. Thanks for sharing such a beautiful poem.
Jannes
From: Marcia
To: "felvtalk@felineleukemia.org"
So many cats are put down unecessarily after testing positive on the first
test. I went through this with my sweet Calico, Amber. After rescuing her, she
tested positive in the vets office and they thought I should end her life. I
decided against that had her retested 3 months later. She tested
Please do not give up hope. Wait the three months and have her tested again. I
rescued a cat who was approx 3 years old who also tested positive. Three months
later she tested negative. I also had an IFA test done on her which also came
out negative. The vet eluded to me having her put to sleep
I just went through this myself with Amber who tested positive for FELV four
months ago. Had her rested three months after the positive result and it was
negative. Had an IFA test done and it was negative as well.
She has joined the rest of the gang (my three other cats) and is bullying them!
Sh
ying to deal with it after it became
>infected. But on Monday I'd recommend going to the doc. You can also get a
>tetanus shot at the health department but I was concerned they'd try to make
>me
>report the bite. Plus, it was more expensive than going to my doc and jus
; Also treat with hot compresses. It will draw white blood cells to the
>>> area. The Dr told me to do this.
>>> Autumn bit the fire out of me when I was 6 months pregnant. My hand
>>> swelled up and was red and sore. I never developed streaks, but went to
>>> Urgen
Last night I had Amber in my lap upstairs. I am trying to get her use to seeing
the other cats and use to the upstairs life. I had the IFA test performed by
another vet and will hear from it next week. I am being optimistic so I wanted
to get a head start on getting her acclamated. My youngest c
e best. They are lucky to have you, you're a
good momma for them :0)
Lynda
- Original Message - From: "Jannes Taylor"
To:
Sent: Monday, May 30, 2011 12:02 PM
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] FeLV in Bone Marrow not in Blood
I am sure it is stressful for her to come upstairs and
I am sure it is stressful for her to come upstairs and see three cats. When
I rescued my last kitty before Amber, he was only two weeks old and my two
other
cats HATED him. I was afraid they would try to kill him. I kept him away from
them for a couple of months. I only brought him out when I c
tested positive for FeLV. Three months later, she was negative!
-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Jannes Taylor
Sent: Saturday, May 28, 2011 12:06 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtal
hen I was in this situation with my mom's cat, Lucky, I waited until the
IFA was done, just for peace of mind. I think it took about a week for them
to get the result.
~B.
-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf
sist on an IFA test before integrating her
into my household. If your vet won't do it, there's probably another vet around
who will.
Cindy
- Original Message - From: "Jannes Taylor"
To:
Sent: Saturday, May 28, 2011 10:59 AM
Subject: [Felvtalk] Your Opinion would be GR
Hello to all,
Three months ago I rescued a cat that I found out in the field next to our
house
starving to death and did not energy to even purr or play. She tested positive
for felv. Three months later this kitty who I named Amber is like a different
cat. She is rotten, well fed, and full of e
So sorry to hear this. He was very lucky to have you and you him even for a
short time.
Jannes
From: Lynda Wilson
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Sent: Mon, May 9, 2011 8:47:13 AM
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Mach Catmacho Please add to the CLS :(
Oh, Sherry,
I am so sorry for your loss. He was so lucky he had you in his life.
Jannes
From: Sherry DeHaan
To: Felvtalk
Sent: Sat, April 23, 2011 9:30:22 PM
Subject: [Felvtalk] Jakob Please ad to the CLS :(
We lost our sweet Sids kid Jakob a beautiful orange boy who a
: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Lorrie
Sent: Sunday, April 24, 2011 4:12 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Kids vs kittens
> On 04-23, Jannes Taylor wrote: I honestly can look at babies and they
> don't thrill me
our calling in life.
Lorrie in WV
On 04-22, Jannes Taylor wrote:
> One more thing about my husband..our two female house cats like him
> more than they do me. If they can pick a lap it will be his. Also,
> one of them sleeps beside him on his side of the bed. My tom cat
> sleeps
ing for babies!
>
> I'm planning on screening in my covered porch so the cats can sit out there
>with me :-)
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Apr 22, 2011, at 6:28 PM, Jannes Taylor wrote:
>
>> I just want to let everyone know that I am so glad I am not th
r
all! LOL!
Everyone on this chat has been awesome! Thanks for all your kind words and
encouragement.
Lynda
- Original Message - From: "Jannes Taylor"
To:
Sent: Friday, April 22, 2011 5:28 PM
Subject: [Felvtalk] Special Thanks!
I just want to let everyone know that I am so
I just want to let everyone know that I am so glad I am not the only one in the
world who has a passion for cats. I love all animals of course, but cats have a
special place in my heart. NONE of my friends or family members are interested
in my cat stories. I was telling my mother-in-law about
What a sweet story! I know poor Amber does not get enough attention. Once I
know
for certain either way, I will give it more serious consideration. If by some
miracle she tests negative, she will have three cats to contend with!
Jannes
From: Natalie
To: fe
Thank you. I will pass along the complement to him. :)
Jannes
From: "dlg...@windstream.net"
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Sent: Wed, April 20, 2011 12:01:10 AM
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Amber's Kitty Palace
Your husband is a "rookie"? He should go into busi
less a sick cat comes in! Those lights
> truly are amazing!
>
> -Original Message-
> From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
> [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Jannes Taylor
> Sent: Monday, April 18, 2011 10:58 AM
> To: felvtalk@felineleukemi
t: Re: [Felvtalk] Amber's Kitty Palace
I've never been able to pull up the photos.
On Apr 19, 2011, at 3:10 PM, Jannes Taylor wrote:
> Yes, I did think about getting her a buddy but I am having her retested in
> June. Supposedly she is over a year old. Everyone keeps talking about an adul
Yes, I did think about getting her a buddy but I am having her retested in
June. Supposedly she is over a year old. Everyone keeps talking about an adult
cat being able to fight off the virus. I just hope the condition she was in
when
I found her did not keep her from doing so. She was starving
Thank you. We are glad we could do something for her. I don't think I will ever
forget how pitiful she was when we found her.
Jannes
From: Maureen Olvey
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Sent: Tue, April 19, 2011 1:38:50 AM
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Amber's Kitt
vtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Jannes Taylor
Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 7:14 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Amber's kitty palace
It is in the basement. I let her roam free in the basement every chance I
get.
Even though
If your are not at peace with itdon't. You are doing wonderfully and I bet
the dog and cat wind up being very good friends.
On Apr 17, 2011, at 6:39 PM, Jannes Taylor wrote:
> I have heard that even hissing or spitting on each other could spread the
> disease. This could penetra
o the forbidden territory and comforting and learning
from Kitty. BOT: They could communicate but still be safe.
On Apr 17, 2011, at 6:19 PM, Jannes Taylor wrote:
> Luckily, I have a soft hearted hubby who spent many hours working on this. He
>is
> not a carpenter by any means, but did
: [Felvtalk] Amber's kitty palace
Jannes,
Is there access from the house or do you take her out there?
Pam
On 4/17/2011 11:15 AM, Jannes Taylor wrote:
> Hello Everyone,
> Please dlick on this link to see photos of Amber's new kitty palace. style="width:480px;text-ali
Luckily, I have a soft hearted hubby who spent many hours working on this. He
is
not a carpenter by any means, but did pretty good for a rookie.
Jannes
From: Bonnie Hogue
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Sent: Sun, April 17, 2011 1:40:46 PM
Subject: Re: [Fel
At first I tried to find her a home because I was so afraid of somehow exposing
my other cats to her, but so far everything has worked out fine. I would not
give her up now at all! I love my little Amber. One sad thing is when she sits
at the top of the basement stairs and I find her there. I sh
annes,
Is there access from the house or do you take her out there?
Pam
On 4/17/2011 11:15 AM, Jannes Taylor wrote:
> Hello Everyone,
> Please dlick on this link to see photos of Amber's new kitty palace. style="width:480px;text-align:right;"> src="http://static.pbsrc.co
Sorry, I don't think the link will work. I am in the process of trying
something
else.
Jannes
From: Jannes Taylor
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Sent: Sun, April 17, 2011 11:15:43 AM
Subject: [Felvtalk] Amber's kitty palace
Hello Everyone,
Pl
Hello Everyone,
Please dlick on this link to see photos of Amber's new kitty palace. http://static.pbsrc.com/flash/rss_slideshow.swf";
flashvars="rssFeed=http%3A%2F%2Ffeed1113.photobucket.com%
Amber is the felv positive kitty we rescued 7 weeks ago. She was on death's
door
just absolutely starvi
I am so sorry to hear about your husband. I am sure he is taking care of all
the
animals on the other side and is not suffering anymore Compassionate hearts
live
on...
Jannes
From: "POTT, BEVERLY"
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Sent: Mon, April 4, 2011 1
I am so terribley sorry for your loss. I tell my husband everyday what amazing
people I have corresponded with on this site. Bless you for all that you did
for Rosie and all the other precious ones.
Jannes
From: Alice Flowers
To: "felvtalk@felineleukemia.or
So heartbreaking. Thank you for doing what you could. It is so sad to think
about how many more there are out there. So many people just look the other
way...Bless you for your compassionate heart.
Jannes
From: Diane Rosenfeldt
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.
I have found that my cats, even Amber my felv cat does not care for the more
"expensive/healthy" food. I fed her that at first and after she got past her
starvation mode,(a time when she was grateful for anything to eat), she would
not eat it as well. I switched to the Meow Mix shredded with gra
] Question re heat cycle
Vitamin C, B12 - my vet gives injections that we call "the
cocktail"works wonders!
-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Jannes Taylor
Sent: Thursday, March 24, 2011
gt; we can shave and check at any timeI wouldn't worry too much - also check
> for nipple size
>
> -Original Message-
> From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
> [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Jannes Taylor
> Sent: Thursday, Ma
This Sunday will be one month since I rescued Amber. I have no idea if she has
ever been spayed or not. I am guessing not...
If she hasn't, should she not be coming in heat soon? I just hope and pray she
is not pregnant.
If she does come in heat, I will get her spayed afterwards. Just waiting t
Thank you so much Maureen. I really appreciate you taking the time to reassure
me. I really do love little Amber and will do the best I can for her. I can't
help hoping and praying that the test was wrong and I can eventually let her
join the other "kids".
Jannes
__
What in the world is wrong with some people!! She needs to be left in a box
with
no food or water. This makes me so angry! Please keep us updated on the poor
kitty.
Jannes
From: Beth
To: FeLV Talk
Sent: Wed, March 23, 2011 11:23:13 AM
Subject: [Felvtalk]
I use to have indoor/outdoor cats, but now they are strickly indoor. There are
so many dangers outside such as cars, dogs, and the chance of encountering a
another cat with felv, for example. I do feel sorry for them sometimes, but I
have to say I would trade places with any one of them to live
Very well said, Bonnie.
Alice, I am so sorry to hear this about Rosie, but you are doing all you can
do, and Rosie is very lucky to have you. After rescuing a felv cat just three
weeks ago, I have learned so much just seeing all the emails that come through
regarding this dreadful disease.
T
Sherry,
I am so sorry for your loss. You were both lucky to have each other. Cherish
the
memories you have. Thank God there are people like you out there who care so
much.
Jannes
From: Mike Finch
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Sent: Sat, March 19, 2011 2:
Great news! Rosie is so blessed to have you taking care of her. God Bless you
all.
Jannes
From: Sara Kasteleyn
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Sent: Thu, March 17, 2011 8:50:47 AM
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Rosie's Check Up Today-Pretty Good!
Wow Alice, this
Houdini who die in Novembersuddenly, I started tearfully
> remembering details of almost ALL the cats that have died in my
> lifetimenow, I have a headache.
>
> -Original Message-
> From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
> [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia
r him in, which he really wanted to do. But we are happy that he
came to us because if he had stayed on the street he would have had a much
worse end.
Diane R.
-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Jannes
tearfully
remembering details of almost ALL the cats that have died in my
lifetimenow, I have a headache.
-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Jannes Taylor
Sent: Wednesday, March 16, 2011 4:56 PM
To
on earth, Go For It!
You may be pleasantly surprised by the outcome. And Amber surely will be!
Peace,
Bonnie
- Original Message - From: "Jannes Taylor"
To:
Sent: Monday, March 14, 2011 1:50 PM
Subject: [Felvtalk] Any advice appreciated.
> Hello,
> I rescued a stray two w
.
>
> Best of luck with Amber. I personally hope you choose to
> vaccinate the
> others and let her commingle, but that's me and not you.
> ;-)
>
> Diane R.
>
> -Original Message-
> From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
> [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@feli
er that tested positive on the
>>combo snap test and the ELISA test but tested negative on the IFA. Thirty
>>days
>>later, he tested negative on the snap test, the ELISA test and continued to
>>test
>>negative on the IFA test. As a precaution, we tested again 30 d
an immune defense and fought
off the virus
--- On Mon, 3/14/11, Jannes Taylor wrote:
From: Jannes Taylor
Subject: [Felvtalk] Any advice appreciated.
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Date: Monday, March 14, 2011, 1:50 PM
Hello,
I rescued a stray two weeks ago. Took her to the vet a week ago
--- On Mon, 3/14/11, Jannes Taylor wrote:
From: Jannes Taylor
Subject: [Felvtalk] Any advice appreciated.
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Date: Monday, March 14, 2011, 1:50 PM
Hello,
I rescued a stray two weeks ago. Took her to the vet a week ago and they said
she was FELV positiv
that our healthy cats will be healthy
forever either, are there? Do the best you can under the circumstances!
Natalie
-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Jannes Taylor
Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 10:55
I want to thank everyone who responded about my post regarding Amber, my FeLV
positive cat.
I have been feeling a little guilty about risking the health of my other cats
from some chance encounter with Amber. I still plan to be cautious but do feel
less stressed about it.
I have done a lot of re
Hello,
I rescued a stray two weeks ago. Took her to the vet a week ago and they said
she was FELV positive. She was starving when I found her, but she has gained
weight and is looking good. Her eyes just glisten and she seems healthy. The
vet
said she was about a year old. She only weighed six
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