Re: [Felvtalk] FW: RACCOON GETTING INTO CAT STATION/placing the stray cats

2012-06-01 Thread MaiMaiPG
. From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of MaiMaiPG Sent: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 10:17 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] RACCOON GETTING INTO CAT STATION They are and they are a royal pain. On May 29

Re: [Felvtalk] RACCOON GETTING INTO CAT STATION

2012-06-01 Thread MaiMaiPG
Possums don't bother me but the coons do. I have trapped and relocated both (not during baby season) because they were raiding my mother's house, threatening her ferals and endangering themselves thanks to the problems they were causing neighbors. They were relocated to a farm I own. I

Re: [Felvtalk] RenAvast for cats

2012-06-03 Thread MaiMaiPG
Can you advise what the costs are and where it can be obtained? I have some older ferals who are not touchable. This might be of interest. Thanks. On Jun 3, 2012, at 6:03 PM, dlg...@windstream.net dlg...@windstream.net wrote: Wonder if this would help my Homey - she has sturvite

Re: [Felvtalk] FW: RACCOON GETTING INTO CAT STATION/REPLY

2012-06-03 Thread MaiMaiPG
and finished it off. From: MaiMaiPG maima...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, June 1, 2012 9:20 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] FW: RACCOON GETTING INTO CAT STATION Door on a timer? However, my bet is on the coons. On Jun 1, 2012, at 7:37 PM, dot winkler wrote: Hi - well, I

Re: [Felvtalk] Section 1983

2012-07-01 Thread MaiMaiPG
People find entertainment in so many awful things. You might find it interesting to Google whether animals have souls or not. There is quite a bit of information that indicates a lot of religions believe that they do...people have just found it convenient to ignore those teachings. On

Re: [Felvtalk] FelV positive kittens

2012-08-21 Thread MaiMaiPG
Does it make a difference to how you love him? On Aug 21, 2012, at 6:59 PM, McKenna's wrote: We have a bot, belonged to the ahole neighbors who did not take care of him. We have known him since he was about 4-5 months old. Very long story short, we have him. Took him to the vet to get a

Re: [Felvtalk] FelV positive kittens

2012-08-21 Thread MaiMaiPG
they and all the rest have been in. It is a personal judgment call. On Aug 21, 2012, at 8:51 PM, McKenna's wrote: I'm not sure I understand your question. We want to be able to put him with our other 3 cats if possible. -Original Message- From: MaiMaiPG Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2012 8

Re: [Felvtalk] Louisville, KY 12-14 wk. old kitten tested positive

2012-08-26 Thread MaiMaiPG
Please check with the vets at Middletown Animal Clinic; Dr. Betty Bosewell (Nova) and Dr. Susan Maier in Simpsonville. They were all totally wonderful with my Dixie and may well have ideas. Remind Dr. Maier of Monkee and Carolyn. This may give you more options. On Aug 26, 2012, at 4:18

Re: [Felvtalk] outdoor cats plight

2012-08-27 Thread MaiMaiPG
Dozens of years re feeding. We trap, s/n and release. That is the price of free food. I would not feel right about abandoning my wild friends. When I moved to care for my mother, I got neighbors to take care of the one feral at that house. I visited when I could and furnished the

Re: [Felvtalk] outdoor cats plight

2012-08-28 Thread MaiMaiPG
Wonder about checking with local vets re people who do the same thing? On Aug 28, 2012, at 9:45 AM, Beth wrote: Do you have any local animal rescue web talk boards? I helped a lady out who posted about needing a feeder for her feral colony over Christmas. Also check with local rescues. Most

Re: [Felvtalk] outdoor cats plight/free food?

2012-08-28 Thread MaiMaiPG
my lone self feeding the 7 cats. (they are all neutered except 2 by someone else) I have spent so much money on them each week. Money I don't have. It is getting to be a bad situation for me. From: MaiMaiPG maima...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, August 27, 2012

Re: [Felvtalk] outdoor cats plight/free food?

2012-08-28 Thread MaiMaiPG
Or expired food. It is still good. On Aug 28, 2012, at 6:31 PM, GRAS wrote: You can always go to a large pet supply store and ask if they have any torn/damaged bags of dry food – most will gladly donate them. That’s right, chip in is a GRRREAT idea, Beth! Go to www.chipin.com – you’d be

Re: [Felvtalk] outdoor cats plight/free food?/reply

2012-08-29 Thread MaiMaiPG
On that note, talk to some of the small groceries and or meat shops. I get a lot of quick sale meat...still very good...for my guys. I got a pound and a half + of sirloin tip for $2 today. That will make 8 meals for the two inside cats + 4 meals for the dog. I add green beans and other

Re: [Felvtalk] 2 Darling Devils..

2012-09-18 Thread MaiMaiPG
Try Facebook. On Sep 18, 2012, at 11:41 AM, Linda Demiri wrote: Hello Everyone, I am writing to you all in hopes that I may reach a broader group of wonderful people. Over 6 months ago I rescued 2 kittens that are both negative for fiv/felv but had the calisi virus and were scheduled for

Re: [Felvtalk] Deciding-when-a-pet-has-suffered-enough

2012-09-25 Thread MaiMaiPG
With those beliefs, please check into a Do Not Resuscitate Order. LWs are great but stopping something once it is started is difficult. A DNR can help keep measures from being started. On Sep 25, 2012, at 2:51 PM, Lorrie wrote: Absolutely Edna. It is positively cruel to keep people

Re: [Felvtalk] DNR order - OT

2012-09-26 Thread MaiMaiPG
Sure is and one that can be exercised without the assistance of another person. On Sep 26, 2012, at 5:25 AM, Lorrie wrote: On 09-25, MaiMaiPG wrote: With those beliefs, please check into a Do Not Resuscitate Order. LWs are great but stopping something once it is started is difficult

Re: [Felvtalk] Vaccinations

2012-10-06 Thread MaiMaiPG
I might give them rabies simply because of law enforcement issues but you should be able to get a waiver for that. I don't vaccinate sick/ immune compromised animals. On Oct 6, 2012, at 5:52 AM, Lorrie wrote: What are your opinions on vaccinating FelV positive kittens?? They are 5 months

Re: [Felvtalk] Breathing issues

2012-10-16 Thread MaiMaiPG
My boys chirp when they see birds close up. On Oct 16, 2012, at 7:25 AM, Maryam Ulomi wrote: Thanks, I do try to keep her happy and healthy. I really hope the breathing issues are not some upper respiratory issues Sent from my iPhone. On Oct 16, 2012, at 8:19, Terri Brown

Re: [Felvtalk] I found something that works great on the FA and FL,

2012-10-20 Thread MaiMaiPG
How do you make CS? On Oct 19, 2012, at 11:48 PM, Toni Probst wrote: I found something that works grat however I doubt seriouly you would even put the word out that it did work, but it was simple, it is called colloidal silver, and I also give them Limu now also to keep them healthy. It

Re: [Felvtalk] Cat in Ohio needs home

2012-10-29 Thread MaiMaiPG
straw/pine needles etc are better than towels that will get wet and freeze when he comes in after a rain/snow. On Oct 29, 2012, at 3:07 PM, Edna Taylor wrote: Better a shelter than left to freeze and/or starve to death :( Date: Mon, 29 Oct 2012 13:04:23 -0700 From: westnint...@yahoo.com To:

Re: [Felvtalk] Cat in Ohio needs home

2012-10-29 Thread MaiMaiPG
I don't agree at all. Cats are very oriented toward survival. I have a feral colony and have had numerous ferals as companions. Cats revert to ferals quickly. No life won't be easy but this is a last minute call for help and killing a cat just doesn't work for me. No, I do not

Re: [Felvtalk] Kitten Sitting cat wet the bed

2012-11-05 Thread MaiMaiPG
There are lots of good waterproof mattress pads. None of mine have an issue but I use them anywaythey aren't the plastic crinkledy type and are very comfortable. Odo Ban is my favorite. On Nov 5, 2012, at 9:35 AM, Martha Walton wrote: The kittens were recently wormed for round worms.

Re: [Felvtalk] Fwd: Waterproof sheeting

2012-11-05 Thread MaiMaiPG
I got a water proof mattress pad from WalMart. On Nov 5, 2012, at 2:42 PM, Lee Evans wrote: I think they have them online. I deleted all the ads from JoAnn stores because I don't sew but didn't realize they sell rubberized sheeting. Spay and Neuter your cats and dogs and your weird

Re: [Felvtalk] Bedwetting cat solution

2012-11-05 Thread MaiMaiPG
I put a break away collar on Mi Tu. She got her paw hung in it. It did not break away and, had I not been close by, she would have strangled herself fighting to free herself. I don't put collars on cats any more. On Nov 5, 2012, at 8:36 PM, Marcia wrote: The Sentry calming collars work

Re: [Felvtalk] Bedwetting Cat sofa advice?

2012-11-14 Thread MaiMaiPG
Bitter Apple seems to work on chewing issues. On Nov 14, 2012, at 5:04 PM, Lee Evans wrote: You could buy small area rugs to put near places where she jumps up and falls down so the tiles won't hurt her old bones. Most of the smaller rugs are washable. You can get some inexpensive ones at

Re: [Felvtalk] Suggestion for Cat (or foot) Warmers

2012-12-02 Thread MaiMaiPG
Snuggle Safes work great too. On Dec 2, 2012, at 4:12 PM, Bonnie Hogue wrote: Taking off on your idea for cat beds: My mom used to make little “rice bags.” They are about 12”x10” but I think you could make other sizes. Create a bag, fill it with rice, leave room so it is “squishy” rather

Re: [Felvtalk] Litter box with lid

2012-12-09 Thread MaiMaiPG
Try a large Rubbermaid tote . If jumping in is an issue, cut a hole or u-opening on a short side. I like the 18 gallon or larger totes. Very easy to clean and the litter stays put. On Dec 9, 2012, at 8:03 PM, Maryam Ulomi wrote: Hello everyone, One of my cats, Kitty, who is FeLV

Re: [Felvtalk] Bedwetting Cat sofa advice?

2012-12-10 Thread MaiMaiPG
Consider Bitter Apple for chewing issues and Feliway for anxiety issues. I have some metal outdoor chairs in my sunroom and they are very comfortable. I had different cushions fixed for looks but the frames are wonderful and they swivel which is extremely great in this room. Suggest

Re: [Felvtalk] Cat in Ohio needs home

2012-12-12 Thread MaiMaiPG
Amen On Dec 12, 2012, at 8:54 AM, dlg...@windstream.net dlg...@windstream.net wrote: Thids kind is always the greatest lover once they learn to trust. When they look into your face they are the most beautiful cat ever becuse of thelove on both sides. Beth create_me_...@yahoo.com

Re: [Felvtalk] Cat in Ohio needs home

2012-12-12 Thread MaiMaiPG
Carpet tape A couple of bricks...one on each short end On Dec 12, 2012, at 12:09 PM, Lee Evans wrote: A couple of comments: any cat with URI will have teary eyes and it may last for almost a month, unless treated with antibiotic ophthalmic drops or ointment. So it really doesn't

Re: [Felvtalk] stray cat I took in has feline leukemia

2013-01-13 Thread MaiMaiPG
Sometimes cats just want to be alone ... like people. Other times they don't feel safe. What kind of litter are you using? My former outside cats like the pine pellets. No perfumes, scent reminds them of the pine thicket they lived in etc. Also extremely easy to dispose of in the

Re: [Felvtalk] stray cat I took in has feline leukemia

2013-01-16 Thread MaiMaiPG
I got my dog to eat slower by putting golf balls in a pie pan with his food. He was forced to pick around the balls to get to the food. On Jan 15, 2013, at 7:29 PM, dlg...@windstream.net wrote: Tricia My Nitnoy lived a little over 4 years along with Annie who is also positive and 5 others

Re: [Felvtalk] stray cat I took in has feline leukemia

2013-01-17 Thread MaiMaiPG
Every feral I have ever known has refused a closed box..the odors must be upsetting like a port-a-let that has been well used. On Jan 15, 2013, at 9:54 PM, katskat1 wrote: Some good suggestions! I am feeding mine Science Diet for sensitive tummies mixed with two teaspoons of canned

Re: [Felvtalk] stray cat I took in has feline leukemia

2013-01-17 Thread MaiMaiPG
Try tennis balls or baseballs then. On Jan 16, 2013, at 1:19 PM, katskat1 wrote: OMG! If I put golf balls in my dogs food they would swallow them and keep right on going! On Wednesday, January 16, 2013, Shelley Theye wrote: Hi Tricia and All, I recently joined this group after finding out

[Felvtalk] Off Topic. Very Thin 8 year old cat

2013-03-20 Thread MaiMaiPG
I realize this is not a FELV+ question but this group has such wide experience and helped so much with Dixie, I just have to try. I have a very thin 8 year old cat who is almost impossible to vet. She has lived in Mom's garage since she was a day old. Recently she has gotten thin and

Re: [Felvtalk] Off Topic. Very Thin 8 year old cat

2013-03-20 Thread MaiMaiPG
it helps. You could also add NeutroVed to her food. It's a liquid iron and vitamin compound for cats. Spay and Neuter your cats and dogs and your weird relatives and nasty neighbors too! From: MaiMaiPG maima...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, March 20, 2013 11:44

Re: [Felvtalk] Feeding strays ferals

2013-04-21 Thread MaiMaiPG
Why can you feed birds and squirrels outside but not cats? Or outside dogs? On Apr 21, 2013, at 7:28 PM, Bonnie Hogue wrote: I would imagine TNR orgs have dealt with this type of thing. Sure seems it ought to be something to be appealed to the city council, or ? Maybe someone can offer a

Re: [Felvtalk] Feeding strays ferals

2013-04-21 Thread MaiMaiPG
Of MaiMaiPG Sent: Sunday, April 21, 2013 5:37 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Feeding strays ferals Why can you feed birds and squirrels outside but not cats? Or outside dogs? On Apr 21, 2013, at 7:28 PM, Bonnie Hogue wrote: I would imagine TNR orgs have dealt

Re: [Felvtalk] OT: cat bite

2013-12-14 Thread MaiMaiPG
I had a little girl break my finger (my fault). They (hand surgeons) put me on doxy. Obviously this was a very deep bite. I have had zillions of nips that I watch very carefully, wash extremely well and pack with antibiotic cream. Salt added to the water will make soaking less

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