New to the List, Cats, and FeLV!!

2006-07-28 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all. So I'm new to all of this! I recently took in a stray that was living under my boyfriend's house (his mom gave birth there and we found homes for all the kittens...one being mine. Mom still lives there and he feeds her).My family had cats when I was in high school but they were

Re: New to the List, Cats, and FeLV!!

2006-07-28 Thread Marissa Johnson
Thanks! Yes, it did seem that at least the vet was fairly positive. Told me to try not to worry about it too much. He said about 25% of the time, they "grow out of it", about 25% of the time, they have it all their lives with no affects, about 25% of the time they have it for several years before

Re: New to the List, Cats, and FeLV!!

2006-07-28 Thread Marissa Johnson
Aw! Thanks!! I was so glad to find the list! My boyfriend's sister used to be a vet tech, and she's been a huge help. But it's hard to find anyone who's really well versed in FeLV and/or nutrition, medicine, etc!!! Thanks for the welcome! Glad your kitten tested negative!MJKelley Saveika

Re: I treated my FeLV+ with Mega C Plus and he's now negative

2006-07-28 Thread Marissa Johnson
Thanks for the info! I actually came across Dr. Belfield's info in my research...but I couldn't get the link to ordering the product to work. Do you have a place you get it or a website you can order it from? I'd be willing to try it if I can get my hands on it!Also, did Oreo have any problems

Re: I treated my FeLV+ with Mega C Plus and he's now negative

2006-07-31 Thread Marissa Johnson
uck to you. Please let me know how the Mega C Plus works and also if you have any questions.From: Marissa Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Reply-To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: Re: I treated my FeLV+ with Mega C Plus and he's now negativeDate: Fri, 28 Jul 200

Re: New to the List, Cats, and FeLV!!

2006-07-31 Thread Marissa Johnson
a great job in using your own instinct to guide you--Slinky is a lucky little kit to have found you. take care, Kerry- Original Message - From: Marissa Johnson To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, July 28, 2006 11:21 AM Subject: New to the List, Cats, and FeLV!

Re: To Marissa (MJ) Re: New to the List, Cats, and FeLV!!

2006-07-31 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi Wendy. Thanks!! I would LOVE to see your sick cat manual!!! Thanks!Yes, Evo does seem to be just about the best thing out there. The pet food store owner said that with FeLV, raw diet could compromise his immune system, so I decided to go with the Evo. As I said in my last post, he does

Re: OT: Need advice on herniated disk

2006-07-31 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi again Wendy. I haven't had any herniated disks, but many of my family and friends have! I know the pain can be hiddeous. I know massage therapy can prove to be very helpful in relaxing the muscles and easing the pain. I've also heard that there is a plastic device (not sure what it's called)

Re: Prayers for my baby Naomi for her final days..

2006-07-31 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hideyo,I am praying for you and for Naomi and sending thoughts of peace and comfort your way. I cannot even imagine having to be at work while my baby is at home making her final journey...it must be torture for you! But know that you have done everything you can possibly do and that because

Vitamins, Supplements, Etc.

2006-08-01 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all! Thanks SO MUCH for all your advice and thoughts about Slinky! I've been telling my friends that joining this group is one of the best things I ever did!!!I have a quick question (one of MANY to come I'm sure) for all of you. I mentioned in my original post that I got some vitamins and

Re: Vitamins, Supplements, Etc.

2006-08-01 Thread Marissa Johnson
Thanks, Nina! And thanks for defining IBD! Wendy sent me her manual...and I'm so glad because I find myself having to look things up a lot! lolWhen I first got the Evo food and the sups, I tried to give him everything at once. That didn't work so well! So I've backed off and just started

Re: Vitamins, Supplements, Etc.

2006-08-01 Thread Marissa Johnson
Thanks. What are they?? Sorry...before I got Slinky I didn't know friskies from nine lives...much less anything else! :(MJwendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Some people use Pill Pockets; you can get them atPetsmart.:)Wendy--- Marissa Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Hi all! Thanks S

Re: Vitamins, Supplements, Etc.

2006-08-01 Thread Marissa Johnson
cket molds around the pill.--- Marissa Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Thanks. What are they?? Sorry...before I got Slinky I didn't know friskies from nine lives...much less anything else! :( MJ wendy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Some people use Pill Pockets; you can get them at Petsmart.

Bonyness

2006-08-01 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi again all. Some of you may have seen this in another post I sent, but I thought I should send it with a more appropriate subject.Slinky is about 15 or 16 weeks old (we're guessing) and tested positive for FeLV when I took him to the vet just over a week ago. The vet said everything else

Re: pill pockets

2006-08-01 Thread Marissa Johnson
Thanks! Yeah, I've noticed this with treats in general. Slinky seems to LVE chicken treats, but one time I bought cruchy treats with shrimp, crab, and tuna (or something like that) and he wouldn't even touch them. Thanks for the tip!MJcatatonya [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:one note. they

Re: Bonyness

2006-08-01 Thread Marissa Johnson
Thanks everyone for your insight and advice. I'm going to the vet tomorrow to get the dewormer. I couldn't get an appointment, but at least I can get the meds. I'll let you know if he improves. Thanks again!!!MJcatatonya [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Cats do go through a 'lanky' looking stage at

Re: Slinky's weight

2006-08-02 Thread Marissa Johnson
ut as long as she continues to gain my vet isn't too concerned.They've outgrown my bird scale, I think we may invest in a cheap digital vet scale just to keep track betweencheckups...Welcome to the group, Beth [EMAIL PROTECTED] Marissa Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Hi again all. S

Re: Lucy update

2006-08-02 Thread Marissa Johnson
Yay!! That's a testament to love and prayers, too!! Glad she's doing so well. Keep us updated and give her a chin scratch from me!MJ[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Hi all, Thank you for you good wishes and prayers. I'm pleased to report that Lucy came through the surgery with flying colors! They

Insecticides/Exterminators

2006-08-02 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi again everyone! I keep coming up with more questions...thanks for your patience!!!I live in an apartment in a suburb of Washington, DC. I woke up this morning and realized that the exterminator was supposed to come today (he comes the first Wed. of every month). I couldn't get ahold of the

RE: Insecticides/Exterminators

2006-08-02 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi, Leah! Thanks!! I live in Rockville, MD! We're not too far apart. :) I'm not sure what the exterminators are using. I hadn't thought of the cat food being a roach attractor. I've been careful to keep my food and crumbs, etc. cleaned up immediately and that seems to have eliminated the roaches.

Re: Naomi has become an angel...

2006-08-02 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hideyo, I am so sorry to hear of your loss! My heart is breaking for you!!! But I'm glad to hear that you were able to be there holding her as she crossed the bridge. Know that she is aware of your love and care for her and that you did all you could for her. I'll be praying for peace and

Re: Newbie

2006-08-02 Thread Marissa Johnson
WELCOME, LAURA!!! I've only been on the list about a week, or so, but you will find very quickly that this is the most incredible group of people in the world!!! And when I joined (my new kitten, Slinky,tested positive for felv), I had the exact same questions! I was SO confused!!! I'm still

Slinky Update: Good News

2006-08-02 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi again all. Just thought I'd let you know that all is well with Slinky. I went up to get his meds today and decided to take him with to have them weigh him. He's actually gained about 1/2 a pound, maybe a little more since I was last there a week and a half ago. And the nurse looked at him and

Re: Slinky Update: Good News (boosting the immune system)

2006-08-03 Thread Marissa Johnson
Yep, Nina. That's exactly what he meant! And that's exactly what I got out of him: "Nothing you do will hurt him." I completely agree with you. We know about the positive effects of supplements and vitamins for humans (otherwise why would OB's tell pregnant women to take PRENATAL vitamins, why did

Re: Need Prayers for Peter - FIP again??

2006-08-07 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hideyo,Many thoughts and prayers for you and your furbabies. Please don't be down on yourself for "not paying attention to Peter while you were trying to care for Naomi." You are doing your absolute best for your kids...and that's all anyone can ask. They're very lucky to have you to love

Re: Now Peter has become an angel - so soon...

2006-08-09 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hideyo,I'm so sorry! I can't imagine what it must be like to lose two so close together!!! But know in your heart of hearts that Peter's life with you was far better than it would've been if he'd been left on the street!! You did your best to help him fight it off...but it must have been his

Re: Kiko and Mickey

2006-08-09 Thread Marissa Johnson
So sorry to hear about Kiko and Mickey! I can't imagine losing two at once!! I'm praying for comfort for you and peaceful crossings for them (at least they'll have each other). Know that they love you, they were blessed to be with you, and their spirits are still with you.Hugs!MJ Yahoo!

Re: Dempsey Please add to CLS

2006-08-09 Thread Marissa Johnson
Sherry,So sorry to hear your sad news! There has been a lot of that this week! :(Maizee knew how much you loved her. Bless you! Peaceful crossing to Maizee and comfort and hugs for you!!!MJSherry DeHaan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sweet handsome gray tiger with such beautiful green eyes is

Re: Patches

2006-08-15 Thread Marissa Johnson
Diane,I'm so sorry to hear your news!! He was very lucky to have you and Gail to do all you could for him. Bless you for loving him. I will be thinking of and praying for both of you...and sending wishes for a peaceful crossing to Patches. Hugs, MJDiane Rosenfeldt [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: Boomer

2006-08-15 Thread Marissa Johnson
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you deal with the loss of Boomer. Know that he knew he was loved and he left happy. And he loved you. Sending vibes for peaceful crossing and for comfort for you.MJDiane Rosenfeldt [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm sorry to hear that you lost your Boomer. It

Re: Azrael

2006-08-15 Thread Marissa Johnson
Oh Leslie! I am so sorry to hear your news!! My heart breaks for you. But I'm glad she was able to feel loved and cared for in her brief time here. Bless you for that tremendous gift you gave her. I know you had a hard time deciding whether to adopt her in the first place (and we were all looking

Re: Azrael

2006-08-15 Thread Marissa Johnson
Wow, Leslie! That was beautiful!!! So many lessons to learn from these little ones...it really is amazing! Thanks for sharing and I'm glad you are beginning to heal.Hugs back! :)MJLeslie [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Thank you all so much for your support and kind words. I am doing better

Re: Hello

2006-08-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
It has been quiet! I noticed that too. But...I'm about to remedy that. I've got a BAJILLION questions for y'all, so I'll start posting them now while we're in this lul!Hope you all had a good weekend with your furbabies!!MJ[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Anyone out there? I haven't gotten any

Question #1: Making a Health Kit

2006-08-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all! So as I just mentioned, I have a ton of questions!! I think it'll make the most sense for me to send them one at a time so the subjects match the content...though that will mean several different posts. So bear with me! And keep in mind that I'm new to all things kitty! So some of these

Question #2: Grooming

2006-08-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
How and how often do you all groom your cats (including combing/brushing coat, bathing, trimming nails, brushing teeth, cleaning ears, etc.). I never really even considered doing all these things because the cats we had when I was in high school were kind of left to themselves. We fed them and

Question #3: Supplements

2006-08-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi again! I hope I'm not getting annoying!!I found some L-Lysine at the store the other day and bought a bottle cuz I knew it was something I could give Slinky. But now I'm not sure whether he needs it all the time or just when he's sick? He hasn't had any felv symptoms or anything.

Re: Question #1: Making a Health Kit

2006-08-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
Thanks, Nina! I'll definitely compile a list when everyone has responded and send it out. Thanks again!!MNina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi MJ,It's a good question. I don't have a "health kit" per se, my stuff is all over the house and has been accumulated through the years. Hmm... Well a

Question #4: Litter

2006-08-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
OK...here's another one! :) What kind of litter do you all think is best? I don't mean brand necessarily, but...should I be using a clay or a crystal (expensive!)...or should I go with something natural like wheat or corn or cedar? I have to say that I'm not a huge fan of the dust that comes

Re: OT: Re: Wendy - How's your husband's back?

2006-08-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
YAY Wendy! Great to hear that he's doing better and the treatment is working!!And don't feel too bad about being frustrated with him! It's hard to deal with people in chronic pain...can be very draining! It sounds like you're handling it the best you can. Hang in there and do try not to

Question #5: Routines

2006-08-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
OK, I know that cats are creatures of habit. A lot of the websites and info I found on grooming says you should always do it in the same place. Well...I get this when you're talking about something the cat enjoys (like he's much more likely to come and sit with me when I'm sitting in the recliner

Question #6: Books

2006-08-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
OK...I promise I'm nearing the end of the list of questions!!! Thanks for putting up with me! :)I went out the other day and bought The New Natural Cat...which so far has been great! But are there any other books I definitely need as a new cat owner? I looked at Dr. Pitciarn's book, but wasn't

Question #7: Carriers

2006-08-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
This might be the last question for now!!! I'm not sure yet though! lolI haven't bought a carrier for Slinky yet. I've been using my boyfriend's sister's carrier (a hard-sided one with a front loading door) and it works fine. But she's going to want it back eventually, so I need to buy one.

Question #9: Flea Treatments

2006-08-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi again! OK...I promise this is the LAST question (at least for today!!!). Slinky had fleas before I first got him (he was born under my boyfriend's trailer and boyfriend's sister took him to the vet because he had a URI and he also had fleas). They gave him Revolution...which actually seemed

Re: Michelle L.-Has anyone heard from her?

2006-08-22 Thread Marissa Johnson
Wendy,Are you talking about Michelle Lerner? I just got a message from her today re: Inky. Hope that helps!MJwendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey guys,Have any of you talked to Michelle L. lately? Ihaven't seen her post in several weeks and waswondering if she was ok. Michelle, are you out

Re: Popeye has gone to the bridge

2006-08-24 Thread Marissa Johnson
Tonya,I'm so sorry to hear about Popeye...and what a difficult decision to have to make! You made the right decision, though, and he knows how much you loved him and how well you cared for him!What kind of teacher are you? I actually have a background in education, too...though I'm not

Positive Thoughts for Slinky (and his Mom)

2006-08-24 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all. I can't believe I'm even sending this considering that Slinky is asymptomatic and seems to be fine...and as compared to the struggles you all have, this is such a tiny matter! But...I could use your positive thoughts anyway.I'm going out of town tomorrow for about 4 days (leaving

Re: Positive Thoughts for Slinky (and his Mom)

2006-08-25 Thread Marissa Johnson
to let them know whowill be watching Slinky for you, so that they have that info on file. I'msending you hugs. Have a safe trip.Kat (Mew Jersey)On Thu, 24 Aug 2006, Marissa Johnson wrote: Date: Thu, 24 Aug 2006 09:10:30 -0700 (PDT) From: Marissa Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: fe

Re: Positive Thoughts for Slinky (and his Mom)

2006-08-25 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hey Tonya! Thanks for the reassurance. I am planning on getting another cat, but I thought I should wait until after we retest Slinky so I'm sure of his felv status (and then can get a pos or neg cat depending on the results). The vet wants to wait a few more months before retesting. Yes, I

Re: How did Slinky do?

2006-08-29 Thread Marissa Johnson
Thanks, Wendy! I got home last night, and he did in fact do fantastic!!He ate just fine, he played with my coworker a lot, and he didn't get sick or anything.When I first walked in the door, I told him I was home and then i heard this big "clunk.," He had knocked a picture frame off the

Re: To Gina: Re: OT: Re: Question #3: Supplements

2006-08-29 Thread Marissa Johnson
I feed Slinky Innova Evo wet and dry too. It took me a while to get him really interested in the canned, and I did have to take away the dry when I gave it to him. Then I just went away for a few days and had to leave the dry in an automatic feeder and have my coworker who was coming to take care

Re: I'm losing my Angel...

2006-08-29 Thread Marissa Johnson
Karen, I'm so sorry to hear that your sweet baby is not doing well. You are in my thoughts and prayers...especially as you make decisions in the near future. Angel knows how much you love her and she is lucky to have such a great mom!!!Hang in there!MJBarb Moermond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: OT: Need feedback please

2006-08-31 Thread Marissa Johnson
I agree with Wendy. I think the second paragraph is very harsh. I don't think it's so much the content or even the specifics that make it harsh, I think it's more the approach...and the graphicness. Your approach almost makes it sound like they are wanting something like that to happen to the cat

Re: To Karen and Angel

2006-08-31 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi Karen. I'm so sorry you lost your baby so quickly! And what a cutie she was! I know she was young, but I'm glad that in her all-too-short life, she was able to know such tremendous love and care as you were able to give her. Know that you did everything you could and that she felt your love.

Re: OT: Need feedback please

2006-08-31 Thread Marissa Johnson
I like that...it gives it a little more punch! Thanks Kat! :)MKat [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Belinda,I think the re-wording Marissa suggested is good - with only a minoradjustment. I would add "if they haven't already died during theexperimentation." to make it read...Unfortunately, there are

Re: OT: Need feedback please

2006-08-31 Thread Marissa Johnson
I couldn't agree more! I love the new paragraph...I think it conveys what you want to without being quite so harsh. We're all lucky to have you advocating for our animals!!Mwendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey Belinda,Your revised letter sounds good. I think you arefantastic doing all that you

Re: To Marissa Re: Question #9: Flea Treatments

2006-08-31 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi! Thanks. No, Slinky doesn't go outdoors (unless you count going out in the carrier to the car! lol). He's strictly indoors. I guess I just wondered because I've had to treat him twice - once with Revolution and once with Advantage. Didn't know if the fleas would just keep coming back or what. I

Hi again and Question

2006-11-23 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hello everyone! I'm so sorry I've been out of touch for so long!!! I got behind in emails and never was able to get caught up...life has been so insane!!! I hate to even email when I haven't been able to read everyone's posts the last couple months. I send my love and thoughts to any

Re: Hi again and Question

2006-11-25 Thread Marissa Johnson
Thanks everyone for your feedback and suggestions! I appreciate it! I've had Slink on L-Lysine for a couple months now (twice a day in his food) along with Vitamin C and probiotics. I also feed him Innova Evo and Wellness (only because he likes variety and gets bored and stops eating the

Hi and Question: Mouse Traps

2007-02-07 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all! Sorry I haven't been around much lately...life has been INSANE!!! My condolensces to anyone who's lost a fur baby. My thoughts are with you! And I'm sending positive thoughts for any sick kitties. I have a question. I am almost 100% sure I have mice in the walls of my bedroom

One more thing about Slinky

2007-03-15 Thread Marissa Johnson
should mention also that with his raw food I mix in L-Lysine, Vitamin C, and Gentle Digest. He won't eat his dry food if I add those things so he's not getting them right now. But he has been getting them for several months. FYI. Thanks! MJ - We

Hello Again - Slinky Sick

2007-03-15 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all. I'm so sorry I haven't been able to keep up with the listserv. I've been overwhelmed with work and life...and everything kind of got away from me! For any who've lost kitties or whose fur babies are sick, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Please send thoughts and prayers to

Re: Hello Again - Slinky Sick

2007-03-16 Thread Marissa Johnson
How do I get home sub-q fluids? Vet or...? Are those fluids I have to inject or...? His fever seems to be going back up. :( Thanks for the positive energy! MJ [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'll be sending positive energy for Slinky. I don't have anything to

Transfusion?

2007-03-16 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi. Does anyone have any experience with blood transfusions for sick kitties? Two vets now have basically told me that's about the only recourse I have left for trying to turn Slinky around. He seems to be doing a BIT better right now...I took him in and got some Sub-Q fluids (though I

Re: Transfusion?

2007-03-16 Thread Marissa Johnson
temporary. You have to have a treatment in mind for Slinky. The transfusion only buys time. :) Wendy --- Marissa Johnson wrote: Hi. Does anyone have any experience with blood transfusions for sick kitties? Two vets now have basically told me that's about the only recourse I have left

Epogen? Winstrol?

2007-03-17 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all. A few people have recommended looking into Epogen and/or Winstrol for Slinky. He's very anemic. His numbers on Wed. were as follows: WBC: 2.86 K/uL LYM: 1.09 K/uL MONO: 1.52 K/uL NEU: .17 K/uL EOS: 0.08 K/uL BASO: 0 K/uL HCT: 14.8% RBC: 2.91 M/uL HGB: 7.7 g/dL

slinky update

2007-03-17 Thread Marissa Johnson
slink is having transfusion now. not sure how he will react but we are trying. a wonderful friend is helping w the bill. sending from my phone so this is brief. will send more details later. i could not feel better about the hospital i an at. they are wonderful and the dr had a pos cat herself.

Update on Slinky

2007-03-17 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all. First of all, thank you SO MUCH for all of your advice, help, and support It's done me worlds of good!! I can't remember what all I've already posted and what I haven't (esp. cuz I've told so many people all the details that it's all getting a bit jumbled), so if some of this is

Slinky - latest update

2007-03-17 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi again! The hospital just called and said the transfusion is done and he's doing well. HALLELUJAH It took 5 hours - a little longer than usual cuz they went slowly, but it went well. They said his gums are a little pinker and his heart rate and breathing are strong. His temp was a

Slinky is Home...but Feverish again

2007-03-18 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all!!! Just wanted to give you all the latest update. I brought Slinky home this afternoon The doctor called me this morning and said he was doing great and could go home. I stopped and saw him on my way to church and he was wanting to jump out of his cage and go home. :) I

Immuno Regulin - DOSAGE???

2007-03-19 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all. I said this in my last update but thought changing the subject would help. Slink's fever still isn't quite down. I'm considerinng trying IR (if I can afford it) and could order it without a scrip. I have a vet tech here this week so we could even administer it here. ButI

RE: Latest Slinky Update

2007-03-19 Thread Marissa Johnson
I got it. Thanks Kerry! M MacKenzie, Kerry N. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Melissa, I just sent you an email offlist on IR -- let me know if it doesn't reach you. hugs, Kerry -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Marissa

Re: Latest Slinky Update

2007-03-19 Thread Marissa Johnson
. :) Wendy --- Marissa Johnson wrote: Hi again everyone. Thanks so much for your support and ideas. After Slinky's fever spiked to 104 last night, we gave him some sub-q fluids and it went down to 103. :-| Not great, but better. He did eat during the night and seemed to do okay...but his

Re: Best way to give Vitamin C?

2007-03-19 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hey. I've been trying to get Slinky to take his C and Lysine as well. I was mixing the powders with a little water and some dried chicken powder (I used to have somme Halo Dinner Party Chicken and Herbs food enhancer) and syringe feeding it. That went down fairly well...he LOVES that chicken

Doxy and IR and Epogen, oh my! What to do?

2007-03-20 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all. First, another brief update on Slinky: Last night around 2:30 his temp spiked to 106! We gave him 75 cc's of fluids and that seemed to help. It's been hovering in the 104.3-104.7 range today. Still high, but not as scary as 106. My friend is giving him fluids (both sub-q and

FeLV Supportive Vets in DC Area?

2007-03-20 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi. Is anyone in the DC area? Does anyone know of any vets who are supportive with FeLV + cats in the DC metro area (or Baltimore area)? The vet I've been working with doesn't think we should try IR or anything else. I'm tempted to get it and give it subq myself, but...that's probably not

RE: FeLV Supportive Vets in DC Area?

2007-03-20 Thread Marissa Johnson
always supported me and my FeLV+ catssome have even done extra research just for me. There is a lady I know in DC that might be able to help you, too, I will try to contact her. Tracy - Original Message - From: Marissa Johnson To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org

Re: FeLV Supportive Vets in DC Area?/Attn: MJ

2007-03-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
WOW! Thanks. Finksburg is only a little over and hour from me, so I might be able to swing that. Could you give me his number and I'll call? I'm going to call several places today and see what I can find out. Last night...about 10:30 or so I really thought I would lose him. He was so

Update - making progress w/ vets

2007-03-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all! First of all, I need to say again how absolutely AMAZING this list is Thank you so much for being here and for all your support and advice. And special thanks to Barb for IMing me (if anyone else feels like chatting, I'm on yahoo at disablednproud77 and on aim at

Question: Interferon (Alpha, Omega, etc.) Now? Others?

2007-03-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all! As I'm getting ready for this evening's vet appointment, I realize I have lots of research on IR, Epogen, and Doxy...but not much on some of the other things I've heard about on this list (namely Interferon and Acemannan). Is Interferon something that could be helpful at this

RE: Question: Interferon (Alpha, Omega, etc.) Now? Others?

2007-03-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Marissa Johnson Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2007 1:57 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Question: Interferon (Alpha, Omega, etc.) Now? Others? Hi all! As I'm getting ready

Another Update: Today's Vet Visit

2007-03-21 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all! Thanks so much for being such a fabulous support network! I have many families in my life...and I feel like now I have a new one: my feleuk family! lol Took Slink to a new vet tonight - the one near my house. I was very pleased with her! She asked if his regular diet is raw

Re: Fred - Crisis, prayers needed please

2007-03-22 Thread Marissa Johnson
Oh Belinda! So sorry to hear this. I will definitely be praying for Fred...and for you and the dr. Give him head buts for me! GLOW to you! MJ Belinda [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi All, Fred my CRF furkid is having some problems, I took him in to the vet last night because he gave

Re: Interesting article about cat health and cleansing their bodies

2007-03-23 Thread Marissa Johnson
What do people think of this? I'm feeling so overwhelmed right now - wanting to do anything I can to save Slink and not knowing what's best. Seems everything you read says something different. I think I'd feel better about this article if it weren't written by the people selling the

Re:

2007-03-24 Thread Marissa Johnson
Kelly, I'm so sorry to hear about your baby. It's so hard to say goodbye. GLOW and prayers for you. *hugs* MJ elizabeth trent [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Love and light to you, Kelly. My heart is with you. elizabeth On 3/24/07, catatonya [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: any other catfood suggestions

2007-03-24 Thread Marissa Johnson
WOOHOO!! Hugs to you and Mama Kitty! :) Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hooray!!! elizabeth trent wrote: Great advice, MC :0) I am so very glad to be a part of this list. In my heart, I know that if I had not joined - Mama Kitty would not be with us today. She's having a wonderful day

Slinky - Sad News

2007-03-26 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all. Thank you so much for all the GLOW and well wishes. Slinky and I just got back from the vet (and a spin through the park). I am sad to report that his HCT has dropped to just over 5! It was a little above 7 on Friday. The vet didn't even want to give him the IR shot today because

Re: To Marissa Re: Another Slinky Update/pics

2007-03-26 Thread Marissa Johnson
picture for weeks afterwards. They helped me to grieve, and his pic is still on my nightstand a year and a half after he passed. :) Wendy --- Marissa Johnson wrote: Hi all. Amazingly, Slinky's still hanging in there. Must be all the zillions of prayers going up on his behalf! :) I

Re: SLINKY

2007-03-26 Thread Marissa Johnson
Aw. Glad you liked his site. Unforunately, though, he's actually only 11 months and I've only had him for 8 months!!! I had to set his age as over 14 to give him a myspace, so i just made it 20 for fun...and maybe wishful thinking. Thanks again!! MJ Kelly L [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: Slinky - Sad News

2007-03-26 Thread Marissa Johnson
Thanks for that reminder Phaewryn. I've actually been able to postpone tomorrow's meeting (my boss had asked if I wanted to this morning because I've been sick, but like a dope I said I'd be okay!...but I was able to call everyone and tell them we're postponing it. I think it's for the best

Re: Slinky - Sad News

2007-03-26 Thread Marissa Johnson
and know that he has worked his way into all our hearts. Much love to you, Nina Marissa Johnson wrote: Thanks for that reminder Phaewryn. I've actually been able to postpone tomorrow's meeting (my boss had asked if I wanted to this morning because I've been sick, but like a dope I said I'd

Re: Good Bye Mama Kitty

2007-03-28 Thread Marissa Johnson
Oh Elizabeth! I'm so sorry!! But I know Slinky will be happy to have such a wonderful friend at the bridge...they can keep each other company and share stories about their crazy mamas. Slinky visited me this morning, I will pray that Mama Kitty greets you as well. I know how hard this

Re: Hideyo - Please send her strength

2007-03-28 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hang in there Hideyo. Sending prayers, strength, and GLOW your way. Know you're not alone...unfotunately I too can say how hard it is to lose one you love so much (though I cannot imagine how you have the strength to go through it so many times, and so close together). My heart is with you.

Re: Hammy Please add to the CLS

2007-03-28 Thread Marissa Johnson
Oh Sherry! I'm so sorry!!! I'm sure Slinky will have fun with another new buddy to keep him company at the bridge. It's so hard for us though. Definitely adding Lucinda to my prayers. GLOW to you and your furkids! MJ Sherry DeHaan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all,thank you for

Slinky - Please add to the CLS

2007-03-28 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hi all. I guess I need to complete the updates on Slinky, huh? Yes, he went to the bridge last night. I was having second thoughts all day yesterday...he, of course, perked up a bit, sat in the window sill again (hadn't done that in ages), and was still drinking, eating, and breathing

Re: Dry Food

2007-03-30 Thread Marissa Johnson
This is getting CRAZY!! But the thing that really kills me is that the tainted ingredient is one that we shouldn't be feeding our animals in the first place!!! Cats and dogs don't eat grains - especially wheat - in the wild!!! When I first found out Slink was felv+, I did a bunch

Re: Feline blood for transfusion available

2007-04-02 Thread Marissa Johnson
Hideyo, I am so sorry for your loss!!! That anemia is a HORRIBLE enemy Jenna [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hideyo- I am so sorry- you and your kitty are in my thoughts. C J [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: @page Section1 {size: 8.5in 11.0in; margin: 1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; } P.MsoNormal {

Re: Too much bad news

2007-04-02 Thread Marissa Johnson
Oh Jennifer. I am so sorry to hear your sad news I just lost my Slinky...and I've been crying myself to sleep lately. It's so hard when we lose their precious little souls. I am clinging to the belief that I will see him at the rainbow bridge one day. And I'm glad to know he has a new

Re: Margarita Please add to CLS

2007-04-02 Thread Marissa Johnson
Sherry, so sorry to hear this news! Hang in there. Hugs and GLOW coming your way. MJ Sally Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi sherry So sorry to hear about Margarita. Hugs to you Sally On 4/1/07, Sherry DeHaan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well we lost

Re: CLS Please add Thurston and Carmellia

2007-04-02 Thread Marissa Johnson
Tad, so sorry for your losses...I can't imagine losing two!!! Hang in there. GLOW to you. MJ wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tad, I'm so sorry to hear about Thurston and Carmellia. Thurston sounds so precious. And it does sound like Carmellia was letting you know she loved you before

Re: Please add Hillman Waller to cls

2007-04-03 Thread Marissa Johnson
I'm so sorry for your loss Jeni! It sounds like you made the right decision for him...even though it was a hard one!! *hugs* Marissa - Bored stiff? Loosen up... Download and play hundreds of games for free on Yahoo! Games.

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