Re: [Felvtalk] Cat claws

2011-03-28 Thread MaiMaiPG
Amen. On Mar 28, 2011, at 2:36 PM, Debbie Bates wrote: LOLmy thoughts exactly. Debbie ~ When the world says, Give up, hope whispers, Try it one more time ~ From: taylore...@msn.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:15:24 -0500 Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Cat

Re: [Felvtalk] Time to step down from rescuing for a time being.

2011-03-28 Thread MaiMaiPG
I am so sorry. Hospice has been wonderful for friends and family. I hope they are as helpful for you. Prayers and blessings from all you have helped on their journeys, from me and mine. On Mar 28, 2011, at 8:09 PM, ter...@tazzys.org ter...@tazzys.org wrote: Hi all, I'm taking some

Re: [Felvtalk] Cat Foof

2011-03-28 Thread MaiMaiPG
, but it not really a healthy brand... It is not cheap in price though. Jannes From: MaiMaiPG maima...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Mon, March 28, 2011 8:47:40 AM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Cat Foof You may want to supplement what ever food you chose

Re: [Felvtalk] Cat claws

2011-03-26 Thread MaiMaiPG
Or they take in a small feral in order to keep her from being eaten by hawks then the person get older/go on meds/become more fragile etc. and runs out of viable options. There are so many variables. On Mar 25, 2011, at 9:59 PM, dlg...@windstream.net dlg...@windstream.net wrote: Many

Re: [Felvtalk] Question re heat cycle

2011-03-26 Thread MaiMaiPG
. The cats always try to lick out the bowls, which I discourage because of the fat content. So, if we can find out who makes the tablet form, it might work better. ~Bonnie - Original Message - From: MaiMaiPG maima...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, March 24, 2011 3:14

Re: [Felvtalk] FW: Keep Cats Indoors

2011-03-24 Thread MaiMaiPG
with feral cats, I have never been bitten or scratched - what's the danger, I am 70 yrs old. And as I said, bites are a natural defense for declawed cats! -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of MaiMaiPG Sent

Re: [Felvtalk] Question re heat cycle

2011-03-24 Thread MaiMaiPG
There are blood tests that can be run tooexpensive though. I took Dixie Louise Doodle Katt to be spayed. She had no scar. Apparently scars are becoming harder to see with self-absorbing stitches etc. I was convinced that she had been spayed.not sure why but an angel sat on my

Re: [Felvtalk] Question re heat cycle

2011-03-24 Thread MaiMaiPG
recommend? Jannes From: MaiMaiPG maima...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thu, March 24, 2011 2:56:44 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Question re heat cycle There are blood tests that can be run tooexpensive though. I took Dixie Louise Doodle Katt

Re: [Felvtalk] Question re heat cycle

2011-03-24 Thread MaiMaiPG
recommend? Jannes From: MaiMaiPG maima...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thu, March 24, 2011 2:56:44 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Question re heat cycle There are blood tests that can be run tooexpensive though. I took Dixie Louise Doodle Katt

Re: [Felvtalk] FW: Keep Cats Indoors

2011-03-24 Thread MaiMaiPG
again we'd still make the same decision under the same circumstances. It was either that or sentence Tribble to almost certain death. Diane R. -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of MaiMaiPG Sent: Wednesday

Re: [Felvtalk] FW: Keep Cats Indoors

2011-03-23 Thread MaiMaiPG
I can see some times where it is either declaw the cat or end its life.for the safety of an elderly owner for example. That being said, Copper and Thomas have their claws and, with a little planning re furniture, there has been no problem. Dixie and Ebony kept theirs too. Ebony

Re: [Felvtalk] FW: Keep Cats Indoors

2011-03-23 Thread MaiMaiPG
catatonic (according to Dr.Nicholas Dodman). -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of MaiMaiPG Sent: Wednesday, March 23, 2011 5:49 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] FW: Keep Cats Indoors

Re: [Felvtalk] FW: Keep Cats Indoors

2011-03-23 Thread MaiMaiPG
...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of MaiMaiPG Sent: Wednesday, March 23, 2011 6:14 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] FW: Keep Cats Indoors That is a good optionif the owner is able to trim nails and put SoftPaws on. A lot of elderly people don't have the physical dexterity

Re: [Felvtalk] Keep Cats Indoors

2011-03-22 Thread MaiMaiPG
Plus indiscriminate use of poisons in the landscapeeverything has to be sooo vvverrryyy neat. On Mar 22, 2011, at 3:47 PM, TANYA NOE wrote: I was just going to say that Sam! --- On Tue, 3/22/11, SomeWhere Sam sin...@sbcglobal.net wrote: From: SomeWhere Sam sin...@sbcglobal.net Subject:

Re: [Felvtalk] Keep Cats Indoors

2011-03-22 Thread MaiMaiPG
Mine too. Those who aren't smart enough probably need to be removed from the genetic pool just as mice who come into a a home occupied by cats for 25+ years. I don't like it but do consider it fact. On Mar 22, 2011, at 7:16 PM, create_me_...@yahoo.com wrote: I have ferals the birds seem

Re: [Felvtalk] Keep Cats Indoors

2011-03-22 Thread MaiMaiPG
That doesn't mean it was wrongjust that there are other things to consider. My personal cats are house cats. There are ferals and those who are passing by that I care abouta lot. These guys have a different life style...not right or wrong but different. I wish all cats could

Re: [Felvtalk] laser

2011-03-16 Thread MaiMaiPG
has really improved them (I know there are different opinions and different circumstances but if you have to do it, do it with the least pain to the cat as possible). On Mar 16, 2011, at 7:00 AM, Lorrie wrote: On 03-15, MaiMaiPG wrote: laser helps reduce the stress Laser spay? I don't

Re: [Felvtalk] Any advice appreciated.

2011-03-16 Thread MaiMaiPG
Find a feather...maybe at a hobby storetease her gently. Also try a catnip spray (forget the powdered stuff) and Feliway. Oh yeah, my boys just reminded me that paper sacks are wonderful. It is always painful when they leave but, if it wasn't, they would mean nothing. On Mar 16,

Re: [Felvtalk] Thank You for your Advice

2011-03-15 Thread MaiMaiPG
Most of you have heard Dixie Louise Doodle Katt, JP's story. She came to me as a feral/throw-away. I liked her and was gong to bring her to the farm. I took her to be spayed and she tested positive. My vets' put all the options on the table and I took death off to the relief of

Re: [Felvtalk] Any advice appreciated.

2011-03-15 Thread MaiMaiPG
laser helps reduce the stress On Mar 15, 2011, at 6:39 PM, Diane Rosenfeldt wrote: Generally spay/neuter is a good idea in most cases -- much less uncomfortable for the cat, since heat is usually excruciating for them. But this is a reason you should seek out a vet familiar with FeLV --

Re: [Felvtalk] Buddy left for the Rainbow Bridge today.

2011-03-07 Thread MaiMaiPG
Why do you think you are imagining it? They do come back when we are ready and .well, I have long conversations with my loves that have left this world. And they have made sure I knew it was very real. Bless you. On Mar 7, 2011, at 7:04 PM, dana giordano wrote: Thank you so much

Re: [Felvtalk] Buddy left for the Rainbow Bridge today.

2011-03-03 Thread MaiMaiPG
He knew you were there. I have absolutely no doubt of that. The ones you work for are the best of the best. I've had the privilege of sharing the lives of several who came in and chose to stay with me. He made that choice. Buddy is not alone. He is surrounded by angels who are

Re: [Felvtalk] Money in trust for cats........

2011-03-01 Thread MaiMaiPG
Do you do anything for their teeth to keep them from needing dental work? I know this is a little off the original question but I have several ferals that are almost impossible to vet. They learned from the trap and neuter/spay. I would like to support their health in any way I can.

Re: [Felvtalk] Advice Needed on Outside Cat Houses

2011-02-28 Thread MaiMaiPG
The rubbermaid is more expensive but I have a couple that have held up for 5-6 years while the cheaper ones lasted a year or two. On Feb 27, 2011, at 10:57 PM, dana giordano wrote: http://www.neighborhoodcats.org/HOW_TO_FERAL_CAT_WINTER_SHELTER-

Re: [Felvtalk] Money in trust for cats........

2011-02-28 Thread MaiMaiPG
If you can find someone you trust beyond everything, give them the house to care for the critters. Supervision is the issue. And making sure they don't haul the cats to the pound and claim the house. On Feb 28, 2011, at 3:35 PM, katskat1 wrote: Some great ideas/questions! Thank you all

Re: [Felvtalk] Money in trust for cats........Legal aid

2011-02-28 Thread MaiMaiPG
Would you ask her about KY? I have a trust set up but always have concerns since it it not normal for this state. On Feb 28, 2011, at 4:27 PM, tamara stickler wrote: Kat, What state are you in? I have an attorney, Lindsay Harrell, here in the office building where I work who specializes

Re: [Felvtalk] Money in trust for cats........

2011-02-26 Thread MaiMaiPG
Do you have any legal arrangement? Monitoring? I ask because that is what I would like for my guys. On Feb 26, 2011, at 10:41 AM, Natalie wrote: When my mother died, she had 17 rescued cats. Since I was up to here with our rescues, I found someone to live in her house, free of charge, in

Re: [Felvtalk] Tweeze is gone.

2011-02-04 Thread MaiMaiPG
He found complete and total love and he returned it. Today, you confirmed his choice in people. He has no pain or fear and joins lots of loved little ones. Unfortunately, this is of little comfort. Bless you for loving him. Please ask him to come to you and assure you of his love. He

Re: [Felvtalk] HELP! Tweezer is sick

2011-02-03 Thread MaiMaiPG
That bright ray of sunshine will be shining on you and loving you. Tweezer knows all that you have done for him and trusts you to make the right decisions. He will always be in your life and heart...just in a different form. This does not take away the pain, the awful pain but it may

Re: [Felvtalk] First time poster - just diganosed via ELISA FeLV +

2011-01-19 Thread MaiMaiPG
You will get a lot of wonderful advise today. Sort through it and follow your heart. The following is for your consideration: Find a holistic/alternative vet to work with your regular vet. I have the names of a couple who may be able to guide you if you don't know one. I credit Dixie's

Re: [Felvtalk] Diet recommendations

2011-01-16 Thread MaiMaiPG
Consider a holistic vet. EA Boswell in Louisville saw Dixie a lot and I am very sure she improved my wonderful girl's quality of life. She certainly lived longer and happier than anyone dared hope for. On Jan 16, 2011, at 7:09 PM, Heather Clark wrote: Thank you both for the advice! I

Re: [Felvtalk] Boo is gone

2011-01-03 Thread MaiMaiPG
But she left cared for and loved. That is so much more than so many have. Bless you for caring for the little ones. I know it is hard. On Jan 3, 2011, at 6:19 PM, Beth wrote: My foster Boo lost her battle with FeLV last night. It was discovered she had lymphoma. I still have 4 other FeLV

Re: [Felvtalk] kitten vs. cat when adding a positive

2011-01-02 Thread MaiMaiPG
Trust your instincts.and that kitten, even if it has a short life, would love to live with you and Whimsy. It takes a lot of guts and a really big heart to take on a positive..and those who do are rewarded with the best of love from the little ones. On Jan 2, 2011, at 2:21 PM,

Re: [Felvtalk] Whimsy update (happy news)

2010-12-30 Thread MaiMaiPG
Blessings to you and to Whimsy. When it was time for Ebony to leave this world, I took him out in the snow and let himsit/lay in the cold. This is what he wanted and we froze until the vet got there on New Year's Eve nightMiddletown Animal Clinic rocks. Taking a very old, sick cat

Re: [Felvtalk] Whimsy update (happy news)

2010-12-30 Thread MaiMaiPG
I brought some snow in for Copper and Thomasin a tote to the garage and let them play/explore it. Just an idea. On Dec 30, 2010, at 7:48 PM, Diane Rosenfeldt wrote: Wow, Shannon, that is fabulous news! And really weird since it sounded like once he got out he would never want to come

Re: [Felvtalk] all Whimsy wants is to go outside

2010-12-27 Thread MaiMaiPG
Can you fix an enclosure for him outside? He could spend some time out there then come in? On Dec 27, 2010, at 7:40 AM, Emeraldkittee wrote: Thanks, Laurie - I couldn't pill him, so have to try this. he's hiding and acting very feral again, cringes and runs when I come near him. All he

Re: [Felvtalk] all Whimsy wants is to go outside

2010-12-27 Thread MaiMaiPG
the earth by your appearance on it, and leave the traces of your foulness after you - alas, it is true of almost every one of us!~Fyodor Dostoyevsky -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of MaiMaiPG Sent: Monday

Re: [Felvtalk] Neutering males

2010-12-27 Thread MaiMaiPG
Sometimes you have to take the chance and pray you are right. I had a little girl spayed early..she had to stay at the vet's until she weighed enough and that was expensive. I think it was worth it though. She has a wonderful home and will have no kittens. She was a tiny feral and

Re: [Felvtalk] which kind of KFC to order?

2010-12-26 Thread MaiMaiPG
original On Dec 26, 2010, at 8:52 AM, Emeraldkittee wrote: I'm probably the only person in the world who has never been to one, lol, do I get Grilled? or original? I always stayed away from the rotisserie ones in the grocery store since i figured they had onion/ garlic marinade. thanks.

Re: [Felvtalk] spoke to soon, Whimsy not eating again

2010-12-26 Thread MaiMaiPG
Have you tried the catnip spray?? Have you tried the cheapest tuna or maybe raw hamburger (room temp)? Hot water on top of the hamburger brings out the juices and has helped some ferals eat and/or drink the juices. Re tuna: The nice solid white doesn't work. Even my healthy guys want

Re: [Felvtalk] Whimsy - check up results

2010-12-24 Thread MaiMaiPG
KFC and reay cheap tuna tuna work. On Dec 24, 2010, at 5:47 PM, Natalie wrote: If there's a Boston Market in your area - their chicken is fantastic even to trap hard to get cats Crabmeat (for people) is also very tasty top cats! -Original Message- From:

Re: [Felvtalk] Finding homes for cats upon death

2010-12-21 Thread MaiMaiPG
1,000 per cat to help them find good homes, but how do I know someone won't take the money and dump the cat? I worry about my fur babies constantly. They are my life. If anyone has any good ideas about what I can do please e-mail me personally. Lorrie On 12-20, MaiMaiPG wrote: Consider providing

Re: [Felvtalk] Finding homes for cats upon death

2010-12-21 Thread MaiMaiPG
Perhaps you could get her to address the question on line in very general terms of courseone can't practise law where one is not licensed. On Dec 21, 2010, at 4:29 PM, Lorrie wrote: On 12-21, tamara stickler wrote: I don't know if this helps, but we just had an attorney move into the

Re: [Felvtalk] Rescue work

2010-12-20 Thread MaiMaiPG
Consider providing for them in your will. I had a lawyer draw up one leaving everything in trust for the care of my guys. On Dec 20, 2010, at 2:55 PM, Lorrie wrote: Wow, Natalie, that is impressive. You definitely have a lot more cats than we have. I'd take in more if my hubby and I

Re: [Felvtalk] Rescue work

2010-12-20 Thread MaiMaiPG
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of MaiMaiPG Sent: Monday, December 20, 2010 5:52 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Rescue work Consider providing for them in your will. I had a lawyer draw up one leaving everything in trust for the care of my guys. On Dec

Re: [Felvtalk] Cats not getting along

2010-12-19 Thread MaiMaiPG
Please remember that a group of people, especially siblings, argue. It is part of being individuals. If they all got along together all the time and agreed on every thing their lives would be boring. On Dec 19, 2010, at 12:14 PM, Bonnie Hogue wrote: Wow, Lorrie, good for you for taking in

Re: [Felvtalk] how to know if your only needs a friend?

2010-12-17 Thread MaiMaiPG
They are all so different and sometimes our expectations have something to do with their actions/reactions. I have been blessed by friends that get along, even if it takes a while for them to work things out. Ebony and Mitu worked it out and they worked it out with Mai Mai and Allie (two

Re: [Felvtalk] how to know if your only needs a friend?

2010-12-15 Thread MaiMaiPG
Consider what you would want if you were Whimsy. I don't know about another version but would you rather have a buddy even if your life was a little shorter? I can't answer that for you. I can tell you quality of life is very important to me and my family--both 2 legged and 4 legged.

Re: [Felvtalk] how to know if your only needs a friend?

2010-12-15 Thread MaiMaiPG
To add to this: Dixie left this world and I was broken hearted. She sent me Copper. I really wanted a brother/sister/friend for him. Two weeks later Thomas showed up. They are wonderful brothers and they now have Bob, a dog, to train. I really believe cats and dogs are easier in

Re: [Felvtalk] how to know if your only needs a friend?

2010-12-15 Thread MaiMaiPG
Try Feliway spray and Rescue Remedy in the water.Honest. Kitty was forced to leave her life long home to live with me. There was nothing that made her content much happy. I slept on the living room floor for about three months until she came out and was comfortable (or as

Re: [Felvtalk] how to know if your only needs a friend?

2010-12-15 Thread MaiMaiPG
of the animal, too. Lucky is a very confident, walk up to you and say 'howdy' kind of guy! ~Bonnie - Original Message - From: MaiMaiPG maima...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 7:03 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] how to know if your only needs

Re: [Felvtalk] Newbie

2010-12-13 Thread MaiMaiPG
your little ones, mention that Marylyn sent you. Good luck. On Dec 13, 2010, at 6:57 AM, Katy Doyle wrote: Sorry, hit send before I was ready.., I'm in Frankfort and I am very interested in seeing a holistic vet. Sent from my iPhone On Dec 12, 2010, at 11:39 PM, MaiMaiPG maima...@gmail.com

Re: [Felvtalk] Newbie

2010-12-12 Thread MaiMaiPG
Where in Kentucky are you? I ask because I live there and have a holistic vet that consults by phone if you can't get to the office. She uses supplements that helped with Dixie's quality of life and have helped with Copper, Thomas and Bob. Copper and Thomas are negative but came from a

Re: [Felvtalk] FeLv alternative treatment

2010-12-11 Thread MaiMaiPG
I'm not sure what the question is but Dr. EA Bosewell 502-499-9663 worked wonders with Dixie Louise Doodle Katt, JP. She has her DVM degree but choses to practice alternative medicine including acupuncture, herbs etc. She does phone consultations. My regular vets sent me to her when I

Re: [Felvtalk] www.herbal-treatments.net

2010-12-11 Thread MaiMaiPG
Betty (EA Bosewell) put Dixie on some supportive drops that improved her quality of life. Until a week or so before she left this world she was healthy and happy. Taling to her might give some ideas. She put Allie, Mai Mai, Dixie, Kitty, Copper, Thomas and Bob on a variety of

Re: [Felvtalk] update on Spanky - chest fluid

2010-11-24 Thread MaiMaiPG
Follow your heart and you will not go wrong. Quality of life is the most important thing and I suspect it is the most important thing for Spanky. He is lucky you have a clue. Bless both of you. Enjoy the time you have together. On Nov 24, 2010, at 3:44 PM, Sara Kasteleyn wrote: Bless

Re: cat and dog fur

2005-10-31 Thread maimaipg
Stop buying furs period and fake furs of unknown or questionable origin. Like the tome says...fur belongs on beautiful animals and ugly people. - Original Message - From: Lisa Ward [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, October 31, 2005 8:24 AM Subject: RE:

Re: My Calico Kitty Angels

2005-10-29 Thread maimaipg
The more I read of this little ones dying for no good reason, the more grateful I am for my own vets. I know Dixie Louise would have been executed for no good reason by a lot of people. - Original Message - From: Laura Stamps To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent:

Re: Dixie Louise's teeth

2005-10-27 Thread maimaipg
She had blood work done the first part of October. The missing teeth were missing when I first had her examined. I have no clue what her history is. The blood work did show that she had been spayed. She kept telling me and some animal communicators I know that she "had been to the vet's

Re: My Beautiful Mandy and Julie

2005-10-27 Thread maimaipg
You are right not to force him and frighten him--all it does is cause extra stress. Have you tried an alternative vet? I urge you to think about it. - Original Message - From: Barb Moermond To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, October 27, 2005 2:26

Re: anesthesia question-atropine's interesting history!

2005-10-25 Thread maimaipg
atropine dries the mouth and other secretions. I'm really not sure about the painkiller part--bet against it though. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2005 10:38 AM Subject: Re: anesthesia question-atropine's

Re: Mandy Update, Welcome, For Hideyo

2005-10-25 Thread maimaipg
Threesuggestions: Discuss her wishes with her.either by yourself or with the assistance of an animal communicator. Get the powered Just Born and mix it stronger (more powder) that the instructions suggest. Listen to your heart. Not any one. Mandy will talk to your heart. -

Alternative Vet

2005-10-24 Thread maimaipg
I am trying to get the practise of Dr. E A Boswell , 2143 Buechel Bank Road, louisville KY 40218 502.499.9663 added to the list of vets who use alternative treatments for FeLV (and other conditions). No vet is listed for Ky. and that can be very discouraging for people trying to help their

Dixie Louise's teeth

2005-10-24 Thread maimaipg
Dixie Louise is FeLV + and has gingivitis. She has lost a couple of teeth (maybe from the gingivitis or maybe from the poor living conditions she had--she was a throwaway). She has developed an odd odor to her breath. I am trying to brush her teeth and she is on Interferon as well as some

Re: Dixie Louise's teeth

2005-10-24 Thread maimaipg
going on, it would help. Has she had recent bloodwork? Sometimessudden bad breath can related to problems with the kidneys. Is her urinary output looking OK? Julie maimaipg [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dixie Louise is FeLV + and has gingivitis. She has lost a couple

Re: Alternative Vet

2005-10-24 Thread maimaipg
Marylyn Pettey, Russell Springs, Ky. I'd tried posting it myself and that didn't work and re-emailed you. My bet is at least one of our emails got lost (not unusal here at all). Thanks. - Original Message - From: Belinda Sauro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent:

Re: Dixie Louise's teeth

2005-10-24 Thread maimaipg
Thanks. Gracie's teeth are just finenow and she is healthy and happy and still with you, just not in her body. I am very sureshe is thanking you for the love you gave her and is sending you more love than you ever knew possible. - Original Message - From: Nina To:

Re: Dixie Louise's teeth

2005-10-24 Thread maimaipg
viral going on, it would help. Has she had recent bloodwork? Sometimessudden bad breath can related to problems with the kidneys. Is her urinary output looking OK? Julie maimaipg [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dixie Louise is FeLV

Re: My baby Cricket is sick; I need some encouragement

2005-10-24 Thread maimaipg
Have you tried Feliway and Rescue Remedy when taking Cricket to the vet's? Both work wonders. Black cats are very regal (read their way or the highway) but they can be persuaded to cooperate. I would suggest an animal communicator talk to Cricket and explain what is happening. Cricket does

Re: praying for my Ginger

2005-10-24 Thread maimaipg
Title: Message When Ebony didn't want to eat I gave him valium to work up the appetite...don't know why it works on cats that way but it sure did on him. - Original Message - From: Hideyo Yamamoto To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, October 24, 2005

Re: A few questions

2005-10-23 Thread maimaipg
The 2 month supply (1 cc every other day) supply I got from my vet was $10.00. - Original Message - From: catatonya [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, October 23, 2005 7:56 PM Subject: Re: A few questions My vet used to prescribe it for uri in adults and

Re: Charity is back in area!!!!!!

2005-10-21 Thread maimaipg
Ebony Thomas Katt snarled and hissed at me the first year or so of the time we spent together. He was 3 + years and totally feral. blood and pus from the wounds he had ran down my legs (at first he was so weak I could touch him.) I got him fixed up then tried to get him to leave (I didn't

Re: A few questions

2005-10-21 Thread maimaipg
I am so sorry Casper spent such a short time with you. She has done a great job in making people aware of parasites and the death they can bring so quickly to little ones. Maybe that was the job she had in her short life. I am so glad she found love. Not every person can say

Re: A few questions

2005-10-21 Thread maimaipg
I'm sure we all understand. And I am equally sure Casper is with her friends and your friends and angels who will guide her and keep her. She may even return to you one day. She is very grateful to leave this world loved and held and cared for. She was warm and loved. Know how very grateful

Re: Please Help NewMember I'm scared

2005-10-19 Thread maimaipg
I am so sorry for the pain and confusion you must be having. I am using both colostrum (in the form of Just Born, a mother's milk substitute for new born kittens) and transfer factor with my FeLV + cat. I mix the transfer factor in the Just Born and she loves it. My alternative vet put my

Re: Wrongful death of cat

2005-10-19 Thread maimaipg
Three suggestions: Report the matter to the state vet association--not the local one. Contact the Texas version of the Attorney General's Office Comsumer Protection Division (cats are property in most places-ok we know better but the law doesn't). Find out who, in the local media, is a pet

Re: Wrongful death of cat

2005-10-19 Thread maimaipg
definately needs to bring someones attention to this. I think if someone said I HAD to surrender any of my catsI would grab the cat and run...now that poses a pretty funny picture in my mind ;-)) maimaipg [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Three suggestions: Report the matter to the state vet

Re: Cat lover dying, 15 cats need homes ASAP New york area

2005-10-18 Thread maimaipg
There are ways of providing for them in your will and by way of trusts. It takes a creative lawyer but it can be done. There are a number of books on the subject too. www.Amazon.com has some of them. I, too, worry about mine. I watch how people don't keep their word to loved ones about care

Re: Re: Kitten with diarrhea

2005-10-16 Thread maimaipg
Try Fast track (a probiotic) and apple pectin. The Fast Track works wonders by reestablishing balance. - Original Message - From: BONNIE J KALMBACH [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org; felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, October 16, 2005 4:06 PM Subject: Fwd: Re:

Re: Need encouragement, PLEASE

2005-10-12 Thread maimaipg
Just some thoughts. Leave the door cracked all the time, not just at night. Do not wash the bed again. It needs to smell like a safe spot. Besides, my cats just don't like the scents added to laundry detergent, fabric softeners, cat litter etc. You may want to spray Feliway around the area

Re: OT:PLS help for two things..

2005-09-27 Thread maimaipg
Have you tried an animal communicator? Talking to one who has left can be extremely helpful. - Original Message - From: Steph E Caldwell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2005 3:44 PM Subject: Re: OT:PLS help for two things.. Hideyo

Re: Skin Problem

2005-09-25 Thread maimaipg
I know people who use it for various skin problems including fungus infections. It is soothing. I have no idea about using it on cats. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2005 1:58 PM Subject:

Re: FeLV diet

2005-09-25 Thread maimaipg
EVO cat food is now available and highly recommended by a couple of alternative vets I know. Really high in protein. Available at all the health food stores here and some of the vets. - Original Message - From: Terri Brown To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent:

Re: DR. Pitcairn's book

2005-09-25 Thread maimaipg
If that doesn't work try www.amazon.com - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2005 2:54 PM Subject: Re: DR. Pitcairn's book forget it I found both books on ebay and bid on them

Re: Vet Costs question

2005-09-24 Thread maimaipg
Thyroid meds are relatively inexpensive and alot of vets have Good Sam boxes (I put in Kitty's old meds when she has to change from one dose to another, when thereare meds left over or when a little one leaves and there are meds left behind--lots of people do this therefore the Good Sam box

Re: Question about Euthanasia and my Grace

2005-09-22 Thread maimaipg
My vet has been able to do it with no problem at all. It takes a skilled and loving, caring soul to do that. She may be upset that you are looking at the situation as a death bed vigil instead of a time to remember, together and in body, all the good times and love you have shared. She may be

Re: Question about Euthanasia and my Grace

2005-09-22 Thread maimaipg
A heart that is full of love can break in infinite number of times. A hard heart might break once. - Original Message - From: Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, September 22, 2005 11:16 AM Subject: Re: Question about Euthanasia and my Grace Thanks

Re: Question about Euthanasia and my Grace

2005-09-22 Thread maimaipg
There are Bach essences and other aids for the person too. Check with your homeopath/health food store etc for recommendations for you and your grieving process. They help. Honest. They do not make the hurt go away. Don't think that. They do make it easier to deal with. If there is no pain

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2005-09-22 Thread maimaipg
I have repeatedly tried to get the practice of Dr. E A Boswell added to Ky and have failed. I have filled out the forms and I don't know of anything else to do. I am not complaining, just trying to provide a well respected source to those in Ky and adjoining areas. Can you assist me?Thanks.

Re: Pet friendly hotels in Arkansas--Rita evacuation!

2005-09-21 Thread maimaipg
The AAA has a list of pet friendly hotels. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2005 9:19 PM Subject: Pet friendly hotels in Arkansas--Rita evacuation! Hi All! Well, it looks like a mandatory evacuation may be

Re: Assist feeding Grace - Darla's recipe

2005-09-19 Thread maimaipg
Try Feliway spray with your feral cat. It has worked wonders with the ones I have taken in. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, September 19, 2005 11:24 AM Subject: Re: Assist feeding Grace - Darla's

Re: My ANGEL Sebastian

2005-09-19 Thread maimaipg
Before you decide to do anything, and if it is right for you, find an animal communicator to talk to Sebastian. I decided against serious/surgical testing for Kitty. Like you, I desperately want to know what is wrong with her but chose to have her consulted. I knew what I would want done if

Re: My dear little Claudette

2005-09-16 Thread maimaipg
They are together and they are very grateful for your love. In a few days, aftersome of the shock has dulled, ask them to come to you in your dreams..then let them in. When you close your eyes each night, be open to them visiting. When the time is right, they will visit you. Don't be

Re: Need advice

2005-09-12 Thread maimaipg
Take a tape recorder and plead bad memory, you are too stressed etc to accurately remember the conversation etc. Ask her ifshe would mind you taping the conversation. Bet she will say it is ok.This may get her to think about what she is saying and make it less confusiong. By pleading bad

Re: Another emergency!! - at home oxygen tank?

2005-09-12 Thread maimaipg
Try adding Willard Water to his waterit will help hydrate him, I use it with filtered water for my girls. The filtered water will leave a scum or minerals in the bowl in a couple of days (they don't like it changed daily and get about a gallon at a change--they won't change so I adapt).

Re: Another emergency!! - at home oxygen tank?

2005-09-12 Thread maimaipg
PS Kitty is hyperthyroid and it doesn't help anything. Her alternative vet has her on MacroForce (when I can get this head strong calico to take it) to boost the immune system and Intrasound. Kitty has tumors in her lungs--that doesn't help anything either. Try the Willard Water and the

Re: [NMHP] One cat at the bottom of the totem pole

2005-09-11 Thread maimaipg
If they don't understand what happened it unbalances their world even more. I have seen it several times. One animal leaves and the others have to reorder their lives--rearrange the pecking order. I guess my point is to make sure they do understand what happened so they can do their

Re: laser toy

2005-09-10 Thread maimaipg
PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Saturday, September 10, 2005 12:35 AM Subject: Re: laser toy That's hilarious too! What a wonderful image--2 kits sitting on a stool in front of the TV waiting for mom to switch it on! - Original Message - From: maimaipg [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [NMHP] One cat at the bottom of the totem pole

2005-09-10 Thread maimaipg
I am a big believer in the spray version of Feliway. I don't particularly like the plug in version. That, coupled with catnip (fresh or organic dried) might help. Have you tried sitting down with your little ones and explaining exactly what happened to Simon. They may not understand. It is

Re: Smokey....

2005-09-09 Thread maimaipg
Has Smokey been checked for diabetes? - Original Message - From: John Stafford To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, September 09, 2005 9:17 AM Subject: Re: Smokey Hi, thanks again for your reply. Sorry about my abbreviations, i'm a Nurse. Yes

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