YES. Squeaky tested positive at age 13 and lived to age 22, symptom free
except for his final 3 weeks.
Laurie
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sue Koren
Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2008 6:33 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: Hi
FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus)
Both FIV and FeLV are called retroviruses because of the way that they
replicate, or multiply, inside the cat's body. FIV is further classified as
a lentivirus, or slow virus.
An FIV-positive cat may live for many years. However, the virus eventually
weakens
Me too re vet click and also the FAQs.
Great site. Very attractive and lots of helpful topics. Thanks for all your
work on this!
:L
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sharyl
Sent: Wednesday, July 16, 2008 11:45 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re:
I think, too, you want to wait a bit before introducing him to the other
cats. Keep him in his own room for a couple weeks. And supervise the first
meetings..
Laurie
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sharyl
Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 9:11 PM
To:
Sherry, prayers and positive energy coming to Hennessey. Sadness.
Laurie and tribe
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaan
Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 8:53 PM
To: Felvtalk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Hennessey
Hi all we are in need of your good thoughts and
Our vet alters without vaccinating FeLV+ cats.
We never vaccinate FeLV+ cats.
We always alter them.
L
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[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Marylyn
Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 8:50 PM
To: Marylyn
Cc: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re:
Check out www.catinfo.org for cat food info
For dry I prefer Nutro Natural Choice, EVO (vet) and Wellness Core.
Laurie
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jennifer
Sent: Friday, August 08, 2008 9:22 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject:
This is heartbreaking. I am sorry for poor Isobel. If you can't afford to
spay, I cannot understand why you wouldn't get Ash neutered or separate
unaltered males and females. When I have rescued litters I separate the
males and females to avoid unwanted pregnancies.
Isobel and her kittens, if
Hi Jim, I am distraught over Jennifer's post about Isobel. I hope I was not
out of line and I hope if I wasn't, that others will comment similarly. I
won't rant here but I am so upset about her irresponsibility ~ I would even
say, even abusive (stronger than neglectful) behavior, in putting Isobel
I am sorry Jennifer and all. I thought this was a private email to Jim. This
was not meant for general publication.
Laurie
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[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Laurieskatz
Sent: Monday, August 11, 2008 10:31 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
If you are going to spay/abort, the sooner the betterless risky for
Isobel.
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jennifer
Sent: Tuesday, August 12, 2008 8:02 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] I think my girl kitty
We rescued one mom with 4 kittens. All were FeLV+. It was heartbreaking
watching them slowly die off. The mom and 2 kittens died early on but two
kittens lived to age 1 and then died excruciating deaths. It was costly and
we couldn't find homes. Hard enough to find homes for healthy ones. My
Alice, we did euthanize. It was excruciating because they had survived a
year ~ though small they were healthy. They went downhill quickly as cats
often do, esp FeLV+ cats. By the slowly die off, I meant first one died and
then another and then the mama. Last night we had to make a decision to
I have heard cayenne pepper or ground nutmeg and just found this on the
internet:
So here's a homemade ant repellent recipe.
Mix the following ingredients in a spray bottle:
10 1/2 ounces of water
3 ounces of hot sauce (Tabasco works very well)
2 1/2 ounces liquid peppermint soap (available
This email did come through.Try again?
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Thursday, August 21, 2008 10:45 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] I am a member
I sent a question but got a reply that I'm
A couple of my cats have herpes. An outbreak is evidenced by clear discharge
from the eyes. Gunky eyes most likely mean an upper respiratory infection
which may require antibiotics. A failure to treat an infected eye can lead
to ulcers and even blindness. I encourage a vet visit for the gunky
Diarrhea is a serious problem. It can result in death.
It can be from something as simple as parasites and as serious as intestinal
cancer. Can be from food allergies or IBD. More info here:
http://www.our-happy-cat.com/cat-diarrhea.html
http://cats.suite101.com/article.cfm/diarrhea_in_cats
Most
www.catinfo.org
has info about Wellness and other good foods. Grain free is what she
recommends (she's a vet). She likes canned for cats better than dry.
L
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gloria B. Lane
Sent: Sunday, August 24, 2008 12:09
Wellness is cat food.
Check out www.catinfo.org for info about canned wellness.
It's sold by Mother Hubbard ~ you can buy at retailers or order online.
I recommend chicken or turkey canned. Best to avoid fish and any with
grains.
Parasites that live in the intestine will not be killed by
an
oral dewormer for the worms and an ear mite medicine that is put directly in
the ear. That vet probably carries a product called accarex which is a
one-dose ear mite medicine. That is what I would prefer to do anyway. :)
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From: Laurieskatz
Sent: Monday, July 28
here!
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Debbie Harrison
Sent: Saturday, August 30, 2008 6:45 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] ADMIN: testing
Me, too! Loud and clear. Thanks for checking. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Happy dance for you and Buzz! I am so glad you posted and got great help
here!
Laurie
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sue Koren
Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 10:27 AM
To: FeLV Talk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Good News!
Some of you may
Also for the volunteers ~ Is white vinegar an acceptable alternative?
I emailed Drinkwell about how to avoid the slimy cord issue that I encounter
if I wash it only weekly. They have ignored me. This is happening with the
platinum but did not with the original model.
Laurie
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Different dads??
I have NO ideahave never heard of this.
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sharyl
Sent: Sunday, September 07, 2008 3:08 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Fw: Re: Some positive, some negative?
Meant
Prayers and positive energy coming across the miles!
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rosenfeldt, Diane
Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 9:46 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Can you please pray for Michelle's
Prayers for Patches and Michelle and others grieving Patches' death
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Belinda Sauro
Sent: Tuesday, September 09, 2008 11:30 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Michelle's Patches is an
Great news! No, FABULOUSE NEWS!!
I AM curious about the liver as a rescuer here nearly killed 4 kittens
feeding them liver. I took them from her and nursed them back to health. The
vet told me kittens cannot tolerate liver...maybe it was the only thing she
fed. I don't remember. (Too much Vitamin
I believe it was all she was feeding them.
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sabrina
Sent: Tuesday, September 16, 2008 8:17 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] THEY'RE NEGATIVE!
I AM curious about the liver as a
I am responding only because this was just posted. Will let others respond
to symptoms. I suspect the stress of the move could contribute now, too.
Want to urge you, and I suspect you are already, to be very careful when
going between him and your other cats as he is symptomatic. I would wash
:) angels come from most unexpected places!
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lorrie
Sent: Sunday, September 21, 2008 2:10 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] FelV Kitten news
Hi Everyone,
A few days ago I joined your
I rescued a mama kitty and one kitten 2 months ago.
Both mama and kitten tested negative for FeLV August 3.
Mama stayed at vet office for 19 days. Lots of cats go through there because
she is low cost SN who works with rescue.
Mama has been at my house in a two room suite (with 2 sets of doors
. After that, I don't
vaccinate them anymore. And I've never had the virus transferred even
though I've brought in several positives.
tonya
Laurieskatz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I rescued a mama kitty and one kitten 2 months ago.
Both mama and kitten tested negative for FeLV August 3.
Mama
Blessings abound!
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Marylyn
Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 2:55 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] So Happy!
that is so wonderful.
On Sep 23, 2008, at 2:48 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Thanks for letting us know...
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Belinda Sauro
Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 9:20 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Note from MC
Hi All,
Got a note from MC about a former very
Agree 100% with Carmen.
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Carmen Conklin
Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 6:49 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Testing New Kittens - Need Help
Michelle, I am relatively new to
http://www.familyvet.com/Cats/Cancer.html
I googled feline leg adenoma and got this page.
Lots here. Some of it scary (my Frankie ~FeLv_ ~ has chin lumps and one was
diagnosed as mast cell tumor) but it sounds like adenomas are not malignant.
Prayers for you both. Please post what you find out.
Wondering, do you have phone numbers?
If not, I am sure they can be located.
Thanks for this info!
Laurie
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Marylyn
Sent: Sunday, October 12, 2008 8:09 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re:
don't get them soon, please email again. I love them
both.
On Oct 12, 2008, at 8:12 PM, Laurieskatz wrote:
Wondering, do you have phone numbers?
If not, I am sure they can be located.
Thanks for this info!
Laurie
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED
What shot are you taking him in for?
Please be careful if it is a steroid injection. Injections put more
medication into a cat than the cat can process and if the cat has a bad
reaction to steroids, there is no way to cut back like you can with pills.
My Cooper had a bad reaction to his first
not a steroid. It's immuno regulen. He has been doing really well on
it.Thank you for your prayers.
Viky Digangi
Support Enforcement Officer II
Monroe Regional Office
318-362-5280 ext 297
Fax 318-362-3363
Laurieskatz [EMAIL PROTECTED] 10/12/08 9:56 PM
What shot are you taking him
Done
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaan
Sent: Thursday, October 16, 2008 9:05 PM
To: Felvtalk; Felvot groups
Subject: [Felvtalk] Bijou,Cody,Murdoch and London
Hi all could you please add these 4 Sids kids to your prayers.3
Prayers for you and little Leo.
You were his angel while he was on earth and now he is your guardian angel.
I do believe you will meet again in the Heavenly Village (a great book about
grief by Cynthia Rylant).
Peace and love reign,
Laurie
___
I am trying to introduce Tessa, a rescue kitty, to my five. Since I plugged
in the Feliway there is less hissing. Another thing I am going to try is
rubbing Bach's Rescue Remedy inside the ears of my 3 upset cats and Tess
(not into the ear canal but in the upper hairless area). Things are
Great news!
Wonder if the babies are at risk if nursing? Did vet say anything about
that?
Just curious.
Keep sharing your message of hope!!
Laurie
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rosenfeldt, Diane
Sent: Tuesday, October 28, 2008 9:44 AM
www.AnimalsSpeak.org
Register: http://tinyurl.com/58txeu
http://letstalkpetfoods.wordpress.com/
www.ElegantBow-tique.com
Quote from various consumers! sigh
I called the Pet Food Company and they said their foods are 100% safe
On Tue, Oct 28, 2008 at 10:51 AM, Laurieskatz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Great
My two positives, Squeaky and Stripes lived to ages 22 years and 16 years.
Squeaky was never sick until his final three weeks of life after he was
diagnosed with oral cancer.
Stripes was sick on and off his entire life but nothing serious.
Isabella was very sick 18 months ago. Has doubled her
Not mean. Good reminder. Thanks!
Laurie
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Friends of mine have CW Rustic Hollow Shelter (a sanctuary) in Iowa. It is
an amazing place where the kitties are well cared for by a group of
employees and visited every night by the women who run the shelter. Every
kitty has access to a screened in porch area off their particular building
or
I read thru the web site I ended up
sponsoring Felicio. Sounds like a wonderful sanctuary. I'll definitely be
checking into their Safety Net Program. Just wish it wasn't 1000 miles
away.
Sharyl
--- On Fri, 10/31/08, Laurieskatz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
From: Laurieskatz [EMAIL PROTECTED
Tracey thanks for this post. I bought everything, using the recipe and
resources on catinfo.org, during the food scare. I never got the courage to
make the foodmaybe I will at some point. Soon, I hope.
Laurie
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Hi. Another FIP question. My foster cat Tessa has a large belly. She was
spayed and vet said she was full of fat cells. She kind of sways when she
walks. Another vet examined her and said her belly was firm and not spongy
like an FIP belly would be. Any thoughts? She has mostly been isolated but
Thanks for this to and all who responded.
I am going to assume all is well. I rescued her 3 weeks ago and no change
except the belly is a little smaller!
Laurie
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Beth Noren
Sent: Monday, November 03, 2008
Coco has had most of her teeth removed (gradually ~ over 10 years) due to
gingivitis. She needs annual cleanings. The vet feels her mouth is in good
shape now and that she won't need more extractions.
This sounds like a very extreme solution, though he IS a specialist. The
pain after one
I wrote earlier this week about Tessa's big belly. Before introducing her to
my other kitties I wanted to be sure she did not have FIP. Our internal med
vet offered to ultrasound her belly. She, too, was alarmed when she saw her.
The ultrasound showed just fat cells, no liquid. Great way to
Thanks. Yes, I do belong. And thank-you for sharing your personal
experience, too. A friend had one cat die from FIP at about 2 years of age
and his litter mate lived to 18. My other cats are all 8 or older. Tessa is
age unknown but at least a year old.
L
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From: [EMAIL
They found fat cells. Doctor said she's just a tubby girl. No FIP. She said
no problem introducing Tessa. She has lost 1.3 lbs since I rescue her. She
was ten pounds and is very tiny. Her back legs would slide out from under
her all the time. And she was a stray...this man was feeding her (very
A friend has mixed positives and negatives with the negatives never becoming
positive.
It's important to keep the negatives healthy because of the depressed immune
system of the positive kitty. If someone does get sick, they should be
isolated for the protection of all the kitties.
Laurie
From:
My shoes never come into the house...they can bring in all kinds of things.
Visitors are asked to take their shoes off at the door.
L
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[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lisa Borden
Sent: Saturday, November 15, 2008 9:32 AM
To:
Thanks for sharing your story. I believe the rescued kitties are the most
grateful. And even more so, the special needs recued ones!
A great tribute to Romeo (and you). Thanks for sharing!
You now have one more guardian angel watching over you.
Laurie
From: Chris
Hello. He may need some unflavored pedialyte, too. I give that when mine
have diarrhea.
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of MaryChristine
Sent: Monday, November 17, 2008 5:01 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] 3 1/2
Yes, Isabella had a high fever when we first rescued her. As I recall, we
used antibiotics. I couldn't find my notes quicklyI do know her fever
finally came down. Eventually she was on maintenance prednisilone and a pain
killer. And now she is only on interferon and has gone from 8-12 lbs. She
I would keep an eye on her. One of my kitties had a tooth that abscessed
after a dental
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dawn Morrison
Sent: Saturday, November 22, 2008 4:58 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org; [EMAIL PROTECTED];
[EMAIL
If he has an upper respiratory infection he could be having trouble smelling
and cats eat by smell. If he has a fever, he won't want to eat...If he
hasn't eaten all day (and yesterday)? he is getting into risk of liver
failure. Join the feline assisted feeding yahoo group immediately and find
out
Important to keep him eating his normal amount of foodto avoid liver
failure. I didn't know this when I was pleased with a few bites of chicken.
Please get more info at Feline Assisted Feeding (yahoo group) about this.
They are the experts on eating issues
L
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I suspect the Tyson's is fine. Important to keep him eating his normal
amount of food
Here is the suggested group:
http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/Feline-Assisted-Feeding/
info from the site:
Feline Hepatic Lipidosis (FHL), Hepatic Lipidosis (HL), Fatty Liver
Disease (FLD) or Syndrome
Examples of messages from the Feline Assisted Feeding Group..
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Re: New member needs advice
Hello Marisol, I would be sure to give him something- mushy food on your
finger, if you don't have a syringe.
Another sample post from FAF...PLEASE JOIN. General's life depends on it.
LCS
So much has been going on here, that I cannot reply to individually,
that I just want to say this to all who are struggling with assist-
feeding their cats:
PLEASE do NOT give up on helping your cat to eat!
PLEASE do
No mention of onionsafe, I think.
L
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Chris
Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 11:10 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever
Try the Gerber baby
Mine like Gerber turkey and Gerber chicken. Some like one and some like the
other.
L
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Chris
Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 11:10 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Makes sense...
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Belinda Sauro
Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 11:47 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General ~ tysons canned chicken breast
It's not a matter of being wrong. We are all learning as we go. You have a
handful and it can be overwhelming. Please keep communicating. We ALL learn
from each other. :)
Please do read the info I sent on assisted feeding...I have walked this road
and they can turn the corner if we can just keep
Our vet says ok to use 1/2 of the 5 mg tablet.
Laurie
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of wendy
Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 5:23 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General ~
Claudia, I have 2 cats with asthma (and 2 of my angel cats had asthma). Good
idea to use inhaled meds. That was a very serious attack your kitty had.
Inhaled meds go directly to the lungs (and avoid all the side effects of
oral steroids). They have kept Frankie stable for 5 years. We use Flovent
Thanks for this update. I do know that Meow Mix DRY is not advised because
of all the dyes in it. What makes it look pretty is toxic for our kitties.
The dyes can cause urinary tract problems and more. I used to feed it years
ago and my vet ordered me to find something else! I have no experience
Join the herpes yahoo group or read about feline herpes. This is the only
thing I can think of.
Laurie
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of wendy
Sent: Thursday, January 01, 2009 12:59 PM
To:
Taking pills might be hurting her already inflamed throat. I would ask for
liquid meds.
Also, have you tried giving L Lysine? That is what I treat my herpes kitties
with. It works like a dream. When Winston gets real sick we use antibiotics.
Have you joined the feline herpes yahoo group? Can you
She is absolutely darling and looks so healthy. One of the first kitties I
ever helped was a double positive big gray boy (Carmen, remember him? Laurie
was his transporter). I love the term chipin. Please keep us posted about
her?
Laurie
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From:
Emily, this is one of the most comforting emails I have ever read. Bless you
and thank-you.
Laurie
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Emily Hunter
Sent: Friday, January 16, 2009 3:49 PM
To:
:) YAY!!
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Diane Rosenfeldt
Sent: Saturday, January 17, 2009 11:28 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Tofu update!
CONGRATULATIONS, TOFU! I hope
Jennifer, you and Mr. Darcy are in my thoughts and prayers. I think you are
doing the best thing for your precious boy.
God bless,
Laurie
From: Jennifer Dykhouse
To:
Subject: Blood transfusion on Felv+ cat
Date sent: Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:17:45 -0500
I have decided to not do any more
All good here. Isabella is fat and happy.
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of James G Wilson
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 2:49 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] testing the list
Squeaky used to react to the vaccine each time. He would be lethargic for 3
days.
One day my vet tested him and found he was positive. Both he and Stripes
tested positive that day. The vet determined Squeaky was a carrier and
carried the disease in his bone marrow. He was never sick until his
AT WHAT AGE DID YOUR CAT BECOME FeLV POSITIVE? WHAT TREATMENTS DID YOU
DO/ARE
DOING? WHAT FOOD DO/DID YOU FEED? WHAT LIFESTYLE DO YOUR CATS LEAD, E.G;
INDOOR,
OUTDOOR/BOTH ? LIVE WITH OTHER CATS OR NOT? HAS YOUR CAT HAD/HAVE ANY OTHER
ILLNESSES AND OR STRESS IN LIFE? IF SO WHAT? WHAT AGE IS YOUR
Works for mine.
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Gloria B. Lane
Sent: Monday, February 09, 2009 11:08 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Lysine as a supplement
Interesting - we
Elevated liver enzymes can mean Hepatic lipidosis (liver failure). If he is
eating less than normal he can go into liver failure. If it is that, he is
critical. I would ask her for a copy of the blood work and ask her how
elevated they are and consider getting him to another vet/specialist (and/or
Yes. My vet has been doing laser SN for at least 8 years!
L
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Lorrie
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2009 11:49 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk]
Well this is VERY interesting to me. My FeLV+ cats were always vaccinated
for FeLV, too (before AND after the vet knew they were positive). Stripes
lived to 16 years and Squeaky lived to age 22 years.
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
Hi all,
Isabella's mom is considering moving in with a couple in poor health. They
have a cat. The couple's brother won't let her bring Isabella (FeLV+ and
asymptomatic, 12 lb girl) as he says the virus is airborne and she will
expose the other cat. I believe Isabella's mom would keep Isabella in
When the vet suspected one of my seven was FeLV+ he reassured me by telling
me my others had already been exposed, so no need to isolate him.
L
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of wendy
Sent: Thursday,
Hi Amy. I didn't find out my boys were positive until they were in their
teens. The vet said they were likely carriers and since Squeaky was never
sick, the vet said his was likely in his bone marrow. Stripes was
symptomatic on and off. Stripes lived several more years (to age 16) and
Squeaky
, Laurieskatz lauriesk...@mchsi.com wrote:
From: Laurieskatz lauriesk...@mchsi.com
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Hello- new to the list.
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Date: Monday, March 2, 2009, 10:18 PM
Hi Amy. I didn't find out my boys were positive until
they were in their
teens. The vet said they were
18 months ago I brought Winston (FeLV-) home from the vet after a dental
cleaning. He could not use his back legs correctly. He acted like he was in
pain when he would try to use his legs. I took him to a specialist and she
suspected he had been injured (back twisted) while under anesthesia.
I totally missed the injection info. Have you researched cortisol? Wonder if
they hit a nerve when they vaccinated him. Did they give the injection in
his scruff? I strongly suspect something happened at the vet's officeI
do not mean to alarm you as he may very well recover and be fine but I
Coco lost weight, couldn't jump up, her tongue would come out of her mouth
and her legs weren't working right. Not FeLV+but she was diagnosed with
myonecrosis. A change in food (from dry to canned) reversed her issues. The
vets tested for all the usual causes and she was negative so they assumed
with the top rolled so there's no extra
air? Wacky!
Diane R.
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Laurieskatz
Sent: Wednesday, March 04, 2009 2:38 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk
I had 6 cats and only Coco got myonecrosis. At least 2 others also ate the
dry Wellness
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Amy Ackerman
Sent: Wednesday, March 04, 2009 4:00 PM
To: Felv talk
Subject:
Vetalog is a steroid. I found a comprehensive discussion here:
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=26+1461aid=1422
Although other compounds could be listed, over 98 percent of all steroids
used in pets are either hydrocortisone, prednisone, prednisolone,
triamcinolone (Vetalog),
Here. Grateful to all for responses to my question about co-mingling and to
the survey respondents.
Laurie (on behalf of Bella)
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From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of
dlg...@windstream.net
Sent: Friday, March
Dorlis, this was a male cat who was an only cat. He has been dead for over 20
years now.
L
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From: dlg...@windstream.net [mailto:dlg...@windstream.net]
Sent: Friday, March 06, 2009 8:49 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Cc: Laurieskatz
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] FELV
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