Re: Treatment - Michelle are you there??

2006-06-11 Thread Nina
with advice for you will respond soon. Sending prayers for you and your kitty, Nina Julia Hagstrom wrote: I have a 9-month-old kitten who has been diagnosed with Feline Leukemia. She has fluid in her lungs and a mass in her chest. What can I do for her??? Julia Hagstrom [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: Test results and an OT question

2006-06-11 Thread Nina
o. What's her name? You've obviously got a very powerful Angel on your shoulder, keep the faith that they won't let you down. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi guys, I took 5 kittens/cats in to be tested today. The little girl who previously tested pos tested negative toda

Re: spaz

2006-06-11 Thread Nina
ors in evaluating/running the test) and there is a bone marrow test that is more invasive that can be done. Nina gwork wrote: She hasn't been retested since the beginning of all this (almost 6 years ago), but it's my understanding that once the virus enters the marrow, it's a l

Re: Treatment - Michelle are you there??

2006-06-11 Thread Nina
Thank you Michelle, Are you and yours okay?  I'm archiving your response so I'll have it on hand if I/we ever need it.  You haven't been posting as much as you used to and we miss you.  Much love to you, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It is probable, though not ce

Re: LOST OF OUR BELOVED [SASSY] - signs of anemia

2006-06-11 Thread Nina
Hi Joe, I'm so sorry about Sassy. I just wanted to add that Pica, (generally a term used for an animal eating or licking anything unusual), can also be a symptom of anemia.  Licking cement, rocks, or eating litter can be a clue that something is wrong.   Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: Test results and an OT question

2006-06-12 Thread Nina
ess the situation were getting desperate, but I thought I'd throw it out there for you to discuss with your vet. Hugs to you, Missy and all your babies, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Original Message - From: Nina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Sunday, June 11, 2006 3:43 am S

Re: Advice Needed

2006-06-12 Thread Nina
angel went into seizures and lost his sight for a while.  Nasty, nasty, it's just not worth taking the chance, imho. Nina catatonya wrote: My vet doesn't use it either.  What was given to Michelle Lomax's cat that made him so sick?   tonya [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ---

Re: Advice Needed

2006-06-12 Thread Nina
indred spirit. I wish you much joy and happiness with your new arrival.  I believe he was meant to be with you, Bella, and the rest of your family.  Congratulations Mommy! Nina Ashleigh Smith wrote: LOL . . "if you do get attached to Freddie . . ."   TOO LATE!  He's already

Re: OT-Anyone know of safe ways to deal w/ ants?

2006-06-12 Thread Nina
), boric acid mixed with yeast and/or sugar, (providing you keep it in places that the animals can't get into), and the most surprising one to me that was working for one lady was corn meal! Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: All of sudden we have bunches of little red ants in our

Re: OT-Anyone know of safe ways to deal w/ ants?

2006-06-12 Thread Nina
Thanks for the dollar stretcher site! I haven't checked out the second link you sent but I entered "flea control" on the first one and there was a lot of recommendations for that too. Just how much time do you spend sitting at the computer? We both need to get away from our desks more. :) N

Re: OT - Flower Essences

2006-06-13 Thread Nina
o help, you know?  I have heard that some cats that don't respond to the RR, do with the EE.  I feel like it's worth keeping it in the house, just in case.  What's going on?  Who needs EE?  You? Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Nina,    What have you concluded about EE versus RR?   Thanks, Michelle

Re: Off antibiotics?

2006-06-13 Thread Nina
o do over, I would try the IR that Michelle suggests. It has worked for kitties with fevers and URI symptoms for other kitties on the list. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, I wrote about a week ago with a newly diagnosed 7 month kitten named Lucy. I've read several recommendation

Re: Diagnosed Today

2006-06-13 Thread Nina
27;s going on. I certainly will be praying that is the case. Get him to someone that understands that a positive test result is no reason to give up on him. Please let us know what you find out. We all understand what you're going through, and we're here to help support you, Chester

Re: Fwd: [NMHP] Silly bugs, kibble is for cats!

2006-06-13 Thread Nina
hanks!  If I know my ferals, they'll eat the slug's food first, then eat what's in their dish!  I'll give it a shot and let you know if it works for us.  I like her idea about feeding during rain when you can't use a covered station.  I'm going to try that one too! Nina

Re: OT - Flower Essences

2006-06-14 Thread Nina
, but she did settle down right after I put it on her ears.  I'll go take some myself and let you know if it helps me! Nina Belinda wrote:   What is EE, I just ordered the RR creme and am curious about this EE?

Re: Need prayers for my Hannibal -getting blind

2006-06-14 Thread Nina
oon. Much love, Nina Hideyo Yamamoto wrote: Hi, I would like to ask you all more prayers for Hannibal – he has been on epogen due to his low PCV.. now it caused his BP to be high.. and he is getting blind – I noticed on Saturday and did not any better to take him to the vet right away (I di

Re: Chester and location of members map

2006-06-14 Thread Nina
ey are fighting. What dose of Pred did Chester's old vet put him on? Remember with Pred, you have to taper them off, you shouldn't just stop giving it to them abruptly. I'm not in Ohio, but I seem to remember someone on the list is. Here's a map with some of our loca

Re: Bandy and the ringworm

2006-06-14 Thread Nina
e fevers yet. Hooray that his blood count was better! It's such a roller coaster ride, isn't it? You're such a good mom. I know how dedicated you are to your sweethearts and how hard it is on you to watch them suffer in any way. Many prayers coming your way for health and happi

Re: 2 littermates - one pos/one neg

2006-06-14 Thread Nina
ey can be kept together and adopted out to someone that cares as much as we do for their quality of life. Thanks for all you do, Nina janine paton wrote: Hi all, Two brothers, 7 weeks today tested one positive, one negative for leukemia. The mom is feral, and has not been tested yet, but he

Re: Need prayers for my Hannibal -getting blind

2006-06-14 Thread Nina
nt to the next, one decision to the next.  That's all any of us can do.  Sending love and prayers for you and Hannibal, Nina Hideyo Yamamoto wrote: Thiis so totally my fault--.. I just feel so awful.. I took his vision away from him... this is so very hard, Nina I wanted to make the rest of hi

Re: 2 littermates - one pos/one neg

2006-06-14 Thread Nina
er through what must have been a terrifying experience for them, I don't know... I understand the hard decisions that have to be made, but I'm still praying there is a way to keep them together. Maybe I don't belong in rescue, but I still can't help leading with my heart.

Ordering Interferon A

2006-06-14 Thread Nina
y sold it to me for around $20. Island Pharmacy wants $40. plus, I assume, shipping. Every dollar counts, so I'm looking for a less expensive source. Thanks, Nina * *

Re: Ordering Interferon A

2006-06-15 Thread Nina
st so they could see him. Not to mention the $ involved. Nina Belinda wrote: My vet dilutes it herself, can't your vet do that?

Re: new to FeLV

2006-06-15 Thread Nina
stress level down and taking an aggressive approach to even the most common illnesses to prevent them from escalating are very important in keeping our babies asymptomatic. Prayers for you and Ty, Nina Roxane Baldwin wrote: HI Carmen! little Ty has started with a respiratory problem now, ve

Re: Bandy and the ringworm

2006-06-16 Thread Nina
umber of things, one of the effective things that surprised me was using corn starch baby powder on his irritated skin. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I agree, the ringworm could be so bad in his case due to immune system issues. I'd definitely do anything I could to boost his immune

Re: new to FeLV - Roxane and Ty

2006-06-16 Thread Nina
even the most common illnesses to prevent them from escalating are very important in keeping our babies asymptomatic. Prayers for you and Ty, Thank you Nina! Cat only clinics are probably a good idea, but that's not exactly what I was talking about.  They are still "GP" type vets, and

Re: SPCA's Views on FelV

2006-06-16 Thread Nina
o whatever you can to make things better for the kitties still there. At least that's my perhaps not so humble opinion. You are in my thoughts, Nina Marlene Chornie wrote: Hello Group, It's been a little over 3 weeks now since we lost our beloved little Pekoe. I will be

Re: hi im new

2006-06-16 Thread Nina
plement for cats/kittens.  There are many things you can do to help keep him asymptomatic.  One of the most important things is helping him feel safe, (no stress!), feeding him quality foods and treating any signs of illness quickly.  I'm sure others on the list will have suggestions for you.

Re: Nina-Ty (Little Noses)

2006-06-16 Thread Nina
nimal control!).  If they keep asking, I just keep repeating.  Usually they give up and walk away scratching their heads.  I don't care if people think I'm crazy, I probably am. Nina

Re: Please pray for Bandy

2006-06-17 Thread Nina
an order it online yourself?  Here's the web page: http://www.revivalanimal.com/product.asp?pn=31-020 Sending you and sweet, sweet Bandy strength and love to see you through, With much love, Nina Kerry Roach wrote: Hi guys, I posted some of Bandy's troubles under the ringworm topic...He really

Re: Question for Nina

2006-06-17 Thread Nina
Absolutely.  I have to send it as an attachment, so I'll send it directly to you. Nina gwork wrote: Hi Nina, I was wondering if I could get your recipe for the "turkey mush" that you make for one of your cats?  I would like to maybe try it not only for Spa

From Kris - Questions

2006-06-17 Thread Nina
gwork wrote: Hey guys, I have some questions. 1) Where can I find a good vit./min. supplement that is not also high in calories?  All I know of is that Hartz stuff at Wal-Mart, Target, etc. I add "Nu-Cat Liquid" made by Vetri-Science to the turkey mush recipe I just sent y

Phaewryn and Bones

2006-06-17 Thread Nina
erful homes to help all your rescues on their journeys. I know it's sometimes easier to find homes for cats with a "story", but I really hope that Bones gets to stay with her Momma! What's going on with that colony of ferals you relocated to your house? Nina > She&#x

Re: Ember and Wellness DMG

2006-06-19 Thread Nina
was a precaution about an ingredient, or additive to avoid when selecting DMG, but off hand can't remember what it was. I could probably look it up for you. I'm sure I posted about it to the list. If you can't find it by doing a search on "DMG" in the archives, let me know

Re: Severe congestion?

2006-06-19 Thread Nina
Hello Jen, I'm sorry to hear that Chatty isn't doing well right now. I hope he feels better very soon. Roxane and I were just posting about Little Noses. I did go out and buy it, so I know it was a positive recommendation from someone on the list at the time. Here's a paste from the email

Re: Chester Not Eating

2006-06-19 Thread Nina
life? Keep us updated on what's going on with Chester. Sending you calm healing energy and prayers that Chester feels better very soon, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Good Morning, Hope you all had a good weekend. Chester did not do good this weekend. It was hot out in 90s. I ke

Cornell website and misinformation

2006-06-19 Thread Nina
veterinary community take the approach of "safety" first and they err on the side of caution.  Unfortunately that causes panic and hopelessness.  Every vet, (and guardian for that matter), that is enlightened is a victory for all our special needs kids.  Keep fighting the good fight girl,

Re: Severe congestion?--Thanks!

2006-06-19 Thread Nina
far, it hasn't come back, (quick, say a prayer). I don't have any experience with the albuterol, let us know. Hugs, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks, guys, for all your help! Unfortunately, the local grocery didn't have the Little Noses with Phenylephrine...so I just picke

Re: Severe congestion?--Thanks!

2006-06-19 Thread Nina
Thanks Kelley, I've archived the info! Nina What my vet told me is that the Albuterol works to make them feel better - it breaks up the chest/nasal congestion they have when they have a URI. This is good because when they feel better and can smell their food they start eating. I

Re: Samantha's Prognosis

2006-06-19 Thread Nina
h the decision before you take action to save yourself the added grief that guilt, (unfounded or not), can cause. Blessings and prayers to you and Sam, Nina Julia Hagstrom wrote: Hi, all :( Well, I have good news and bad news. The good news is that Samantha doesn't have FIV or FIP, just

Re: o/t advice needed

2006-06-20 Thread Nina
home for poor Danny.  It won't go on forever and she'll be doing everyone a tremendous favor by letting them take things in their own time and pace.  Wish her luck from me and tell her thank you for taking Danny in. I'll talk to you soon about your hectic life!  Nina > B already h

Re: Need more prayers for my little babies..

2006-06-20 Thread Nina
ck cats? How's their Momma doing? Is she sick? I'm so glad to hear the itty bitty young one is doing well. Keep us informed. Call me when you can, Nina Hideyo Yamamoto wrote: Hi, I know I ask you this a lot… but I need more prayers for my babies form you guys.. If you remember I re

Re: o/t advice needed

2006-06-20 Thread Nina
ny's ears, (if he doesn't mind her touching him).  Darla says that cats who don't respond to one will sometimes respond to the other.  I sent a link for the Australian FEs to the list a while you were gone, if you can't find it, I'll send it again.  It's worth a try. 

Lisa - How is Chester today?

2006-06-20 Thread Nina
Lisa, Was it the heat? How is Chester doing today? Nina

Re: raw food

2006-06-20 Thread Nina
ike to maintain the feeling of this list as a safe refuge from the pettiness of the outside world and continue to allow conflicting opinions without the fear of it leading to hurt feelings or hostility. Perhaps that's more than 2 cents worth, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: why

ABFE flower essence link

2006-06-20 Thread Nina
They're made by a company called Australian Bush Flower Essences.  I ordered Emergency and another one called Relationship from Earth Spirits, http://www.earthspirits-herbals.com/ a distributor for them in, I think MA.  They also make sprays and creams. Nina Marylyn wrote:

Safety first? - On my soapbox again

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
s was a breath of fresh air to me when I was confused, distraught and at the end of my rope.  I know that the advice I've received here has proven to be as reliable as any I could receive about this unpredictable and insidious disease.  Would I take the advice of some of our members over that o

Re: Bandy and metacam

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
s to opiate receptors and stimulates them. It is similar to one of the original opiates, morphine"  http://www.petplace.com/drug-library/buprenorphine-buprenex/page1.aspx Here's one with side effects and interactions with other drugs: http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=2182

Elizabeth's talent

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
jects, but you're able to capture the beauty of their spirits as well.  Not a simple thing to do. When did you first discover that you could do this?  Do you paint as well?  Very nice, thank you for posting them. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tad - that is an excellent point an

Re: Need your advice

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
through it unscathed.  I know that you feel like the "worst mom in the world", but anyone less caring would not be sweating bullets over the possibilities  Hell, the worst mom in the world wouldn't even be aware of the possibilities!.  Hugs to you, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Pilling cat trick - Tad

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
far as the IR being good for their gum problems, I have no idea.  It's a bacteria that is introduced to encourage the immune system to respond, so I guess it might work for stomatitis.  Let us know what if you decide to try it and if it helps. Nina Tad Burnett wrote: My 1st FeLV+ c

Introducing a Felv/Fiv to the mix - Tad

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
the new guy, whatever time you give him, whatever time he has left, would be a gift to him since he is scheduled to be pts anyway. Nina Tad Burnett wrote: Speaking of having to decide I was just asked if I would take a young cat that is both FeLV+ and FIV+... How much risk does this add to m

Re: Testing saliva for FeLV (was 'interesting')

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
Ha! Why am I not surprised!?? Nina Tad Burnett wrote: Well...I guess that's what I did... I made the phone call and of coarse she is a real love bug and appears healthy... Very young and presently in heat... I would like to get her here and settled before surgery and have my vet do

Re: Shakiti Update

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
give us such content warnings! Nina  Oh my goodness -- you can't imagine the waves of relief and the change in my face, the doctor's face and the vet tech's face.  It was the whole piece - unbroken.  The doctor believes now that the blood must have been from retching the foul thing up

Re: o/t advice needed

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
put a litterbox near the mishap, they end up using it instead of the floor or wall. Tell her to watch her geriatric Kitty very closely, what a terrible turn of events that would be if she dashed out the door and something happened to her before she adjusted to her new brother. Hugs, Nina Ke

Re: Elizabeth's talent

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
for sale?  You could display the originals and then sell prints.  Is your vet an upscale sort of place?  Maybe you could start by putting some in local restaurants and/or your vet's office.  You could sell them at charitable events/auctions...  Hmm...  let me think about this! Nina If I

Re: o/t advice needed

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
Kerry, It sounds like space is an issue for your friend, but I've bought those big tubs they sell at Home Depot for mixing small batches of cement to use as litterboxes when aversion is a problem. They're really cheap and most cats like the added space they afford. Nina Mar

Re: Elizabeth's talent

2006-06-21 Thread Nina
I want one, or two, or twelve! Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I already asked her if she took commissions:) I see she already has a website. She could draw people's pets from photos, on a commission basis (not starting the work til she has a deposit). Just an idea:)

Re: FIV infected kittes

2006-06-22 Thread Nina
in, they will be more current on everything FIV than we are: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FivCats/ Wishing you and your babies the very best, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The kitten's name is Karma and she appears to be healthy - she is a feisty playful little thing. I will k

Re: Chester Sees Internist

2006-06-22 Thread Nina
ng to entice him with, I don't think I would have thought to try applesauce! Don't use any flea meds on him while he's not feeling great. If you have to, pick the little blood suckers off him using a comb and have some alcohol to drop them into nearby. Hugs and prayers to you

Re: Flushing dental floss

2006-06-22 Thread Nina
Thank you for mentioning those damn plastic can holders! I was going to write about them myself. Nina Belinda wrote: Unfortunately it isn't just the kitties at my home that may have problems with dental floss. It's the critters scouring the garbage dumping grounds that may g

Re: Positive thoughts for Chit-Chat...

2006-06-22 Thread Nina
Aw Jen, I'm sorry to hear your fears for Chatty. My prayers are with you guys, let us know as soon as you can. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Our FIV+ guy, Chatty, is at the vet's right now having an x-ray of his sinuses done...His congestion isn't getting any better and th

Re: Chester Sees Internist

2006-06-22 Thread Nina
Tad, did you read my hint about hiding the abx pills in pill pockets? Nina Tad Burnett wrote: Chester seems to have the same problem as my cat that I mentioned a couple days ago... Chronic gum problem I called it... My cat has had most of his teeth pulled and he still has the problem.. I have

Re: Recombinant DNA vaccine

2006-06-22 Thread Nina
Thank you for the article Beth, I've archived it. Nina Gary Murphy wrote: Hi everyone, This is probably old news to most on this list, but I found this article interesting, and some of the other newbies might too.  It is about the newer recombinant DNA FeLV vaccine.  It

Tad and pill pockets

2006-06-22 Thread Nina
wasting the money because you could use them for other cats that need to be medicated. If you do try it, remember to use just enough to mold the pill pocket around the pill and keep it as small as possible. Nina Tad Burnett wrote: Hi Nina Yes I did.. But my cat with no teeth and sore gums t

Re: o/t advice needed

2006-06-22 Thread Nina
Kiley! What a great idea! Thanks I'll be using that one for sure. Nina Kiley Dozier-Bosanko wrote: Kerry, I'm not sure if this will work because Kitty probably isn't as playful as my younger kitties, but it's worth a try. When I was introducing my two kitties I m

Re: Shakiti Update

2006-06-23 Thread Nina
akiti positive?  Did he eat after he came home from the vet?  Do you have baby food in the house to temp him with?  Make sure it's Beechnut, not Gerbers, Gerbers can contain the dreaded onion.  What are his stools like?  Please let us know how he's doing and what the vet has to sa

Re: Bandy is better

2006-06-23 Thread Nina
Kerry, I'm so happy to hear that Bandy is feeling better.  Your nerves must be just raw.  How's his ringworm?  Blessings and prayers for his continued recovery, Nina Kerry Roach wrote: Well, I think Bandy has finally turned the corner after 10 awful days..

Re: Shakiti Update

2006-06-23 Thread Nina
days, do your best to get him eating again.  Do you know how to test for dehydration?  Lift the skin on his scruff and make sure it bounces back quickly, if it just holds the shape of your "pinch" you've got trouble. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just talked to my vet a

Re: Mama Kitty and Shakiti Update

2006-06-23 Thread Nina
de and settle down. It's very troubling that Shakiti isn't able to hold any food in his belly.  I sure hope that changes with the AD.  Sweet little lamb.  Let's not even talk about vet bills!  I swear I'm putting their kids through college all on my own.  I'll be th

Re: Bandy is better

2006-06-23 Thread Nina
Kerry, I wonder if there is something, I don't know, maybe some homeopathic remedy that we're missing to help him with this darn rw. That's wonderful that there are no infections because of it, always a worry with immune compromised guys. Nasty stuff, leave our Bandy alone!

Re: Shakiti Update

2006-06-23 Thread Nina
What a good boy!  And what a good Momma too!  Thanks for letting us know. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I put just a tiny bit of the a/d on my finger...held the boy and talked to him and then put that tiny bit just inside his teeth and he ate it.  I told him how good and how

Re: Bandy is better

2006-06-23 Thread Nina
orth taking the chance.  Maybe you could fashion him a new bed, or a different sort of perch to make up for it?  I always make a big fuss about how the new bed is just for so and so.  Not that it keeps the rest of the gang off it necessarily, but it makes whoever's getting the present feel speci

Help Angel's Gate Sanctuary (Petition)

2006-06-29 Thread Nina
Hello Everyone, First, my condolences to everyone that has lost a fur child and prayers for those that are struggling. I haven't been on list as much as usual, but I wanted to pass this on to all of you. Isn't Angel's Gate the sanctuary that Patti sent her Felix to? I remember her talking a

Re: Spam: Re: FIV+ cat wanted

2006-06-29 Thread Nina
I was holding my breath over the good news. Now I can exhale! Nina Doljan, Joan wrote: Yes -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Belinda Sent: Thursday, June 29, 2006 1:38 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Spam: Re: FIV+ cat

Re: Worried about Lucy

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
if she gobbles it down?  Gypsy responded to plain muscle meat when she was so sick.  When you start adding supplements, you could do it  individually, that way you could play around with the ratios and see if lowering/upping them might help.  Prayers and good wishes from our tribe to yours, Nina

Re: Dixie Louise

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
rned to express them myself, (ah, the joys of pet guardianship!).  It's not a pleasant activity, but it keeps him comfortable and avoids infection.  I wouldn't wish his problem on anyone, but it's not that big a deal, if you keep on top of it. Nina wendy wrote: I have an FeLV neg

Minnie and LJ (chicken broth recipe)

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
powder (Kyo-Dophilus) Sending prayers for you and your beloved Minnie that she gets better very soon, Please do find yourself a vet that can help you, Nina l.j. crabtree wrote: << she being treated for anything?>>>   Felv, michelle. i hate that she is suffering like this... she has been my constant companion for the past ten years   LJ

Re: ot: Wherefore art thou, Othello?

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
unless he started showing symptoms.  I understand why you would want to know what his status is, but I don't know if it's worth the stress, (or the scratches). Hugs to you, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A bit of unpleasantness here.  :-(    I'm in the proces

Re: Gums and Teeth in FeLV Positive Cats

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
pberry from me and your kitties a head butt. You're going to be such a great mom! Hugs to you, Nina Amy Wilkins wrote: I haven't been on the list much in the past 7 months so I'll reintroduce myself. I live in NY and I have 4 cats with leukemia and one with FIV. I got started

Re: ot: Wherefore art thou, Othello?

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
young kitten, what the heck would you do differently anyway? Nna [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks, Nina.  That is a good suggestion and one that I will consider.  He does seem very healthy and isn't showing symptoms.  I have wanted to get them all tested just in case I have anothe

Re: Gums and Teeth in FeLV Positive Cats

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
idn't like having them ingest too much of the oral rinse. N Nina wrote: Hi Amy, Sick for 30 weeks! Ugh! Poor thing. I hope you're feeling better now, you're going to be at your, um, largest, during the hot summer months. I hope this kid appreciates all this :) . I used

Re: ot: Wherefore art thou, Othello?

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
for those of us that actually do know it all :) As to your low resistance...  What's your location again?  You may find yourself answering the doorbell with a sweet little furball looking up at you, (I'll be in the bushes watching until you take her in!). Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: Dixie Louise

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
ion they can do to remove them, but I didn't think the risks were worth it.  Hang in there Dixie Louise! Nina Marylyn wrote: It is both and she has been to the vet's.  I have her on antibiotics for the anal sac problem which seems to have led to the vaginal discharge.  So now

Re: Dixie Louise

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
I've never heard about this as a symptom of felv. Maybe someone else on the list could tell you more. I would assume that a fiv or felv pos would be more susceptible to any infection, but I've never heard of them particularly having anal gland problems. My guess is that DL just happens to ha

Re: Worried about Lucy

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
ng you are wrong and it's not lymphoma.  Give your Mom a kiss from me for convincing you to let Lucy out to play.  Make each day as special as you can for her, Lots of love, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I actually got Red Bank hospital, the best in the state, to schedule

Re: Worried about Lucy

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
Michelle, Did you try slightly cooking the turkey or duck to bring out some juice and the aroma? There was a time when Gypsy would only eat salmon, or salmon mixed with duck. Does Lucy like fish? You know what a trial Gypsy has been... There was a week when all she would eat was warmed goa

Re: Worried about Lucy

2006-07-01 Thread Nina
Good to know. Not only is it Gypsy's favorite fish, but it's mine too. N Marylyn wrote: Salmon, especially wild salmon, has wonderful healing properties.

Re: Worried about Lucy

2006-07-02 Thread Nina
Flagil is harsh on the system too. Poor little lamb, I do so hope she feels better soon, Nina Marylyn wrote: Try chicken instead of turkey. Some of the better holistic books say turkey is a major cause of food allergies in cats and chicken is not. I can't cite the books (they are boxed fo

Re: Worried about Lucy

2006-07-02 Thread Nina
If you make the turkey mush, add some plain yogurt to it.  I think I was putting in 2 or 3 tablespoons at one time.  I'd probably stick with the turkey at this point too.  It seems our girls are the exception to the rule. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I did go through a

Re: Worried about Lucy

2006-07-02 Thread Nina
her to eat something. Please be as optimistic as you can and remember no matter how much we want to be able to bring them to health, these things move in their own time. There is only so much that is in our control. Remember, "faith not fear". My heart is with you, Nina Marylyn wrote: I

Re: Worried about Lucy

2006-07-02 Thread Nina
OMG, I love the good reports! Keep it up Lucy and Michelle!! N [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks. Anything dairy, including yogurt, has made her worse in the past. Something, I think the metaclopramide, is kicking in. She has eaten a bunch of broiled turkey (only plain-- tried adding some of

Re: Worried about Lucy

2006-07-02 Thread Nina
Honey, we're right here with you guys. It's nice to smile about her antics. I love that Lucy! My condolences to Patches :) N [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: She just ate some more broiled turkey and turkey organs, then jumped on Patches as she exited the litter box (poor Patches, but it made me f

Re: ot: Wherefore art thou, Othello?

2006-07-04 Thread Nina
er to go potty later, unheard of for her during fireworks season.  I wish I had known that it was going to be this effective sooner, I'd have ordered as much as I could afford to donate to the local shelter. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thank you!  I ordered some from EntirelyPets.

Re: Fwd: Check out Clumping Clay Kitty Litters and Your Cat's Health

2006-07-04 Thread Nina
I use clumping litter, so I appreciate your posting this to the list.  The brand of clumping litter I get at Costco is LitterPurrfect.  It doesn't contain sodium bentonite, but it does have silica gel.  Do you know if this is dangerous as well?  The box still warns against flushing the litter,

ABFE - Emergency essence

2006-07-04 Thread Nina
Earth Spirits, http://www.earthspirits-herbals.com/ I started looking into a fe that might help with Starman's itch.  I suspect he has some sort of allergy that is making him crazy.  Phaewryn, if I find something that works for Star, I'll let you know for your little half bald baby.

Re: Check out Clumping Clay Kitty Litters and Your Cat's Health

2006-07-04 Thread Nina
Thanks. So you can get World's Best Cat Litter in the US? When I found their website they didn't have a retailer listed in the US. Where do you buy it? I'm guessing it's pricey too. I'm pleased about using something that is biodegradable and not a health risk to me or my babies, but I'm no

Re: Check out Clumping Clay Kitty Litters and Your Cat's Health

2006-07-04 Thread Nina
Speaking for my dogs, they might be more apt to forage freely if the chewy goodness was contained in a more palatable crunchy coating! Most of my litter boxes are in dog free zones. I have a couple that are in the aforementioned "trouble spots" were litterbox aversion has occurred in general

Re: ABFE - Emergency essence

2006-07-04 Thread Nina
x the cat with "big bones"?) .  The vet recommended Chlorpheniramine over the ingredient in Benadryl.  I'll certainly pass along anything I find that helps relieve itching. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would be very interested in that too.  My Phelix has a half-bald

Re: Check out Clumping Clay Kitty Litters and Your Cat's Health

2006-07-04 Thread Nina
What's next, hemp litter?  That would make Woody Harrelson happy. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Lucy just kills them, but does not eat them.  Patches just watches them. Not sure what to do about them. I tried changing the litter, but the pine I switched to may have made

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