Re: [Felvtalk] London Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Aw Sherry.  Bless you, bless London, bless Cheryl for caring for him.  We 
will light a candle for sweet London tonight.

Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Sherry DeHaan" 
To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 20:51:59 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] London Please add to the CLS :(

Well the hearache just keeps on coming...London was a wonderful former Sids kid 
that had a chance to be in his own home since February.He indured having to 
lose a leag and a few other ailments,but he was a charming lovebug that always 
looked pissed.But was ALWAYS very happy,he just had the look. :) I almost 
adopted him myself back in January after losing my Xander.When the whole 
Wednesday night crew got wind of me possibly adopting him,there were threats of 
them all coming to visit EVERY wednesday. I was ok with that. But I just wasn't 
ready for another yet and wonderful Cheryl took him home shortly after.He was a 
great cat with a GREAT purrsonality...I love you London and I will miss you 
sweetie  :(
Sherry


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than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"

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Re: [Felvtalk] First Petting of Hemy!

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Wow!  That's great to hear.  You must be so happy.

 

Good for you.and good for Hemy!

 

  _  

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Bonnie Hogue
Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 10:24 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] First Petting of Hemy!

 

Today when I fed Hemy (she's in a cage on my back covered deck) she ate
while I was there.  I spoke to her and reached a finger through the cage to
touch her head.  No problem.  Then, when I came back to clean her litter
box, I took a chance and placed my hand on the floor of the cage and
remained still.  She moved closer, then nudged my hand.  I stroked her cheek
and she moved her head around in obvious pleasure.  I petted her a few
moments and she purred.  

This is a "feral" cat who has, after tail amputation and being moved from
her familiar surroundings, been in a cage on my back deck for only Five
Days!

I'd say she is more afraid and cautious than feral, wouldn't you?

I'm keeping her in the cage for now, and will go slowly so she doesn't feel
pressured.  But what a little sweetheart.  It pains me to think of how
horribly humans have been to her, yet she is willing to forgive and perhaps
trust again.  Bless her!

~Bonnie



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Re: [Felvtalk] Jager Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

We are lighting precious Jager's way tonight.  Sherry...I cannot imagine the 
magnitude of your griefor the magnitude of your love.  Blessings,  Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Sherry DeHaan" 
To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 19:55:01 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Jager Please add to the CLS :(

We lost our sweet Sids kid Jager last night to intestinal lymphoma. I got to 
tell him good bye and that I loved him. And rubbed his beautiful littlr black 
ears with the white stripes.
He had the coolest ears and purrsonality.He was all black except each ear had 
white stripes,my fiance' couldn't believe it was reall and that someone 
bleached them.Well for the 4 1/2 years we had him,his ears ALWAYS stayed the 
same :). He always has some kind of issue going on but always overcame it and 
was a happy boy. We spoiled him with baby food everyday just because he was 
Jager. I will miss this precious little guy. I love you sweet Jager.
Sherry


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than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"


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Re: [Felvtalk] Rafferty Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Sherry..how sad for you.  We will burn a beautiful candle tonight to light
Rafferty's way to the bridge.  I am so sorry for your loss.

 

Sara

 

  _  

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaan
Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2011 4:08 PM
To: Felvtalk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Rafferty Please add to the CLS :(

 


My heart is heavy and hurting tonight,I had to let my beautiful Rafferty go
to the bridge. Raff was my 1st Sids kid that I brought into my heart and
home almost 5 years and 8 months ago. I brought him home just a few seconds
from midnight NYE 2006. He chose me when I was talking to another cat I
heard this pllluuurrp behind me,I turned around and saw this crazy Dr
Seussish looking cat and asked him if he was talking to me...his response "
puurrrpI was hooked he was mine or I was his  :) 

He was also a milkaholic...he would stalk you in the kitchen if you got the
milk out and did not give him someone of my fav pics of him is the one
with droplets of milk on his beautiful black and white faceI love you
Raff and I am so happy I brought you home and cherish EVERY moment I had
with you,no regrets my baby boy no regrets.

Sherry

"We who choose to surround ourselves with lives more temporary

than our own,

Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.

Unable to accept its awful gaps.

We still would have it no other way"

 

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Re: [Felvtalk] ADMIN: Testing the list on the new host

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Thank you, Jamesmuch appreciated.

Sara

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of James G Wilson
Sent: Monday, August 08, 2011 10:21 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] ADMIN: Testing the list on the new host

Hello everyone,

I am testing the list now that we have moved to a new 
webhosting service. Sorry for the interruption here. I am 
hoping that I have everything set up correctly now. If you 
still have any problems/questions/etc., please feel free to 
contact me privately. Best wishes to everyone!

James G. Wilson - phaed...@charter.net
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Re: [Felvtalk] Question

[Sara Kasteleyn]

I'm no expert here, but this doesn't sound to me as though it's related to
FeLV.  My first inclination would be to look for something causing painful
elimination.

Good luck to you,
Sara

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Joslin Potter
Sent: Friday, July 29, 2011 9:55 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Question

Greetings Everyone, 
 
We recently took in a kitten someone was going to put down from our vet, and
last night I was awaken in the middle of the night by a howling noise, i
thought it was our older cat but it was the kitten, she was growling in the
corner and for some reason went to the bathroom on the floor instead of her
litter box, is this common among FeLV cats? It was dr jeckle and Mr. Hyde,
she was back to her loving self this morning? I'm so confused I've never
seen an animal behave like that? When my older cat was dx he was more so
"sick" we thought he swallowed a bone? talk about one of the worst days
ever!
 
Has anyone else had this happen? 
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Re: [Felvtalk] Oscar Please Add to the CLS :( :( :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Oh my goodness, Sherry.  You're right...how much can you handle?

Oscar de la one eye shall have a light burning brightly in his honor tonight.  
Boce's way was lit last night.  I hope we have no others for a good long time.

Sympathy to you in your sorrow.  Sara


--Original Mail--
From: "Sherry DeHaan" 
To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Sun, 24 Jul 2011 10:10:44 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Oscar Please Add to the CLS :( :( :(

Ok really how much heartache are we supposed to handle all at one time???  
Oscar was a great tiger boy,he was our special one -eyed guy. I lovingly called 
him Oscar de la One eye. We found out this morning that Dr. Jen had to let him 
go...something about diabetic shockI was so happy that I did have the 
chance to tell him I love him and kiss him last night before I left from my 
shift at Sids.My heart new to give EXTRA lovin last night.My heart is so heavy 
today with sadness..
Sherry


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than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"
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Re: [Felvtalk] Bocce' Please Add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Oh Sherry...I don't know how you do it.  A candle to light Bocce's way to the 
Bridge tonight.

Sara


--Original Mail--
From: "Sherry DeHaan" 
To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Sat, 23 Jul 2011 13:11:26 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Bocce' Please Add to the CLS :(

What an awful week it has been...lost too many Sids kids and several Crash 
cats. :(
Bocce' was one of the dirtiest handsome boys we took into Sids. Even after Dr. 
Jen gave him 2 baths before he came to Sids. But once the dirt wore off,the 
most beautiful handsome guy was under all that dirt.Sweet as can be too. I will 
miss you Bocce ball  :(
Sherry


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than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"
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Re: [Felvtalk] Umberto Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Noo...how can we have lost so many sweet babies in so short a time?  

Another candle was lit tonight in SoCal for Umberto.  

Frolic with the rest of our special ones and wait for us, Umberto.

S

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Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Umberto Please add to the CLS :(

He passed today Belinda
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From: Belinda Sauro 
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Date: Wed, 20 Jul 2011 18:28:20 
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Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Umberto Please add to the CLS :(

Aww Sherry, sound like a sweetie pie, when did he pass?

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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add Xana to the CLS

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Esther, I'm so sorry for your loss.  We will add a candle to light her way to 
Rainbow Bridge tonight.  

A hug for you in your sorrow,  Sara


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To: 
Snt: Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:56:40 +0200
Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add Xana to the CLS

Xana passed away last Thursday of severe anemia. Xana got much worse in the
last two weeks. Nothing could help her.
She has not reached 3 years.


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Re: [Felvtalk] Turner and Studley Do Right Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Sherry...such sad news to start the day today.  Wishing you light and love as 
you remember them and smile.  Candles tonight in their honor in SoCal.  Sara



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From: "Sherry DeHaan" 
To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:23:07 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Turner and Studley Do Right Please add to the CLS :(

We lost 2 more of our Sids kids today
Turner was one of my rescues from off the awful streets of Grand Rapids,He was 
sweet handsome buff and white boy that cooed like a pidgeon when you scratched 
his back.
 
Studley was a sweet gray and white boy,he LOVED everyone and let them know it 
!!! Rest in peace you sweet fur angels.
Sherry


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Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"
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Re: [Felvtalk] Dexter and Cali are together now

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Cindy, what a beautiful thoughtthey are not gone, just gone ahead.

Cathy and Mark.we'll make that two beautiful candles tonight in
SoCal...one for Cali and one for Dexter.  So sorry for your loss.

Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Cindy McHugh
Sent: Wednesday, July 06, 2011 10:31 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
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Dear Cathy and Mark,

I didn't realize you lost your little Cali. I'm so sorry for your loss, but 
I'm glad that Cali got to know your love and kindess. As I said to Ben, I 
pray you find comfort in knowing she's now happy and healthy. And when you 
consider that you'll have eternity together, this separation is but a speck 
of time. Cali just turned a corner before you did and one day, you'll turn 
that corner and there she'll be. She's not gone...just gone ahead.

You're in my thoughts and prayers,
Cindy


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Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Dexter and Cali are together now


> Ben,
>
> I guess Dexter knew that Cali needed someone to play with from Dallas.  We

> lost our Cali last Monday and it has been to hard for me to even write 
> about it.  You were so helpful to our little Cali and Dr. Wright was 
> wonderful in the short time we had to make so many decisions.  We only had

> our little girl 5 months and she was tired (but a true fighter in her 
> short little life).  She ended up with fluid around her lungs and we 
> drained it once and it refilled back up within 24 hours.  She was so tired

> but she fought so hard for the five months we had her.  She was the 
> cutiest kitten but it was so hard to watch her laboring to breath.
>
> I just want you to know that you and Dexter were a blessing to my husband 
> and I (and our little girl, Cali) and I promise, Cali and he are playing 
> together now with no pain.  Bless you, Ben, and thank you for all you did 
> for Dexter and for my family in our time of crisis and pain.
>
> Cathy and Mark
>
>  Ben Williams  wrote:
>
> =
> I'd like to start off this message by thanking all of you for your kind
> words regarding Dexter over the past few days - - my wife and I have 
> shared
> and appreciated every one of the emails - it's meant a lot to us.
> Unfortunately, this morning has proven to be heartbreaking to us both - we
> received a call first thing this morning from East Dallas Animal Clinic's
> Dr. Ken Cantrell that Dexter's condition had worsened over the course of 
> the
> night.  After picking Dex up from the Emergency clinic yesterday morning, 
> we
> immediately took him to Dr. Wright at Lakewood Vet Center.  Dr. Wright has
> been on vacation since last week and we were told that he would be back
> yesterday morning - but he hadn't yet returned.  I took Dexter to see him 
> on
> three occasions last week for his lymphocyte T-Cell Immunomodulator
> injections, but was only able to see him that Monday.  When we took Dex in
> on Friday when the swelling of his feet and face had begun, we were given 
> no
> advice by his staff who were unable to do anything other than give Dex his
> shot and usher us out the door.  They are all very caring people and I 
> don't
> blame them for anything, but I feel that any vet who runs a practice where
> he is the only doctor on staff, should do a bit more to keep his patients
> informed about his availability - that way precious minutes or hours or 
> days
> aren't wasted waiting for him to return.  Fortunately, several weeks ago,
> when trying to convince Dr. Wright to order the LTCI treatment (which took
> him over a week to do) I was referred to the East Dallas Animal Clinic by
> the LTCI folks - they had used the medication before.   East Dallas Animal
> Clinic is a wonderful place.  We've worked with Dr. Ellsworth and Dr.
> Cantrell there - - they are both compassionate and make a point of taking
> calls from concerned pet owners.  They have both been wonderful to work 
> with
> and have been open to taking every conceivable avenue with Dex's 
> treatment.
> I only wish we had been seeing them from the start. We rushed Dex to them
> yesterday morning as soon as it became clear that Dr. Wright wouldn't be
> returning.  Again, I don't blame Dr. Wright, but when we took Dexter in 
> for
> his checkup three weeks ago and Dr. Wright informed us that anemia had set
> in, his advice was to "take him home and make him comfortable."  A week
> passed as I researched and tried to communicate with him about alternate
> treatments and off-label meds.  When you factor in that week and the week 
> he
> took to order the LTCI meds, that's two out of the last three weeks where
> Dex had little treatment.  Again, why the difficulty in getting anything
> done for Dex?  East Dallas, however, fit Dex in on the first day we spoke
> with him and started him on Acemannan inje

Re: [Felvtalk] Dexter

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Ben and all your familymy heart breaks reading your post.  My husband
and I well know the trips to the animal hospital in the middle of the night,
the transfusions, searching for anything that might help, the roller coaster
of emotions, the desire to do anything at all, to save your precious ailing
family member. We are so sorry your efforts and Dex's valiant fight had this
outcome, but you surely know that you have done absolutely everything within
your power to return Dex to good health.  Sometimes, there is nothing we can
do but let them transition to another plane where we will see them
again...happy, healthy and wildly anticipating our arrival. 

So no more doubts, no more second-guessing, no more "what if's".  You've
done so much for your precious Dexter, and there is no doubt that he knows
it and loves you for it.

You'll have a hole in your heart for him always...no doubt.  But maybe
you'll find just a little bit of Dex in other kitties that either are in
your life or will come into your life.  

All our hearts hurt when we learn of the death of another one of these
special special kitties.  Dex will have a beautiful candle to light his way
tonight in Southern California.  Blessings to you and your family,  Sara
 

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Ben Williams
Sent: Wednesday, July 06, 2011 7:46 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Dexter

I'd like to start off this message by thanking all of you for your kind
words regarding Dexter over the past few days - - my wife and I have shared
and appreciated every one of the emails - it's meant a lot to us.
Unfortunately, this morning has proven to be heartbreaking to us both - we
received a call first thing this morning from East Dallas Animal Clinic's
Dr. Ken Cantrell that Dexter's condition had worsened over the course of the
night.  After picking Dex up from the Emergency clinic yesterday morning, we
immediately took him to Dr. Wright at Lakewood Vet Center.  Dr. Wright has
been on vacation since last week and we were told that he would be back
yesterday morning - but he hadn't yet returned.  I took Dexter to see him on
three occasions last week for his lymphocyte T-Cell Immunomodulator
injections, but was only able to see him that Monday.  When we took Dex in
on Friday when the swelling of his feet and face had begun, we were given no
advice by his staff who were unable to do anything other than give Dex his
shot and usher us out the door.  They are all very caring people and I don't
blame them for anything, but I feel that any vet who runs a practice where
he is the only doctor on staff, should do a bit more to keep his patients
informed about his availability - that way precious minutes or hours or days
aren't wasted waiting for him to return.  Fortunately, several weeks ago,
when trying to convince Dr. Wright to order the LTCI treatment (which took
him over a week to do) I was referred to the East Dallas Animal Clinic by
the LTCI folks - they had used the medication before.   East Dallas Animal
Clinic is a wonderful place.  We've worked with Dr. Ellsworth and Dr.
Cantrell there - - they are both compassionate and make a point of taking
calls from concerned pet owners.  They have both been wonderful to work with
and have been open to taking every conceivable avenue with Dex's treatment.
I only wish we had been seeing them from the start. We rushed Dex to them
yesterday morning as soon as it became clear that Dr. Wright wouldn't be
returning.  Again, I don't blame Dr. Wright, but when we took Dexter in for
his checkup three weeks ago and Dr. Wright informed us that anemia had set
in, his advice was to "take him home and make him comfortable."  A week
passed as I researched and tried to communicate with him about alternate
treatments and off-label meds.  When you factor in that week and the week he
took to order the LTCI meds, that's two out of the last three weeks where
Dex had little treatment.  Again, why the difficulty in getting anything
done for Dex?  East Dallas, however, fit Dex in on the first day we spoke
with him and started him on Acemannan injections.  They had two remaining
doses remaining of that drug; a drug that was very beneficial to Dex last
year when he was first diagnosed.  they sacrificed those 2 doses for Dex
without question - had I gone to them earlier, perhaps it would have had
more effect on him. Regardless, Dex seemed to make improvements while on
Immunoregulin, LCTI and the acemannan.  FeLV and FIV are horrible diseases,
though, and I felt like there was something always sneaking up on Dex while
we treated him.  We seemed to reverse the anemia, but his Lymph nodes were
swelling.  Some days they would go down, other days, they would blow up.
When the mystery feet and face swelling started last week, he even responded
well with benadryl.  That thing sneaking up on Dexter?  Full blown cancer -
it wasn't just

Re: [Felvtalk] Dexter

[Sara Kasteleyn]

So happy you are all together again!   Oh...those poor unfortunate people who 
think animals can't communicate!  Best of luck today.  Sara


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Sent: Tue, 5 Jul 2011 07:42:25 -0500
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Dexter

Thanks to everyone for the kind words and encouragement... We spent some time 
with Dex at the clinic last night and we told ourselves that Dex would tell us 
what to do; that he'd let us know, somehow, what he wanted. Dex has always been 
a fighter - he came to us under the hood of a car that had carried him, at only 
4 weeks of age, across town, on highways and bumpy roads. He clung to the 
engine of that car and came out covered in dirt, but full of love. He's been 
with us since then (only a year and a half) and we have become so close to him. 
We were told he didn't have a chance last October when his red blood cell 
counts were at 3 and we discovered he was felv and fiv positive. He bounced 
back quickly from the blood transfusion and seemed to return to normal quickly. 
It's been tough for the last three weeks as we've tried immunoregulin, 
acemannan and lymphocyte t-cell immunomodulator. He's been a trooper through it 
all and always has a sweet chirp and a purr. So, last night, his wagging tail 
and happiness at seeing us, combined with the relative calm he experienced when 
we were with him and the look of hope in his eyes told us we couldn't give up. 
So, I'm picking him up now and we are taking him to Dr. Wright at Lakewood Vet 
Center to hopefully start some other treatment to pull him out of this. He's a 
beautiful boy and we owe him every chance to live happily. Thanks, everyone. On 
Jul 5, 2011, at 1:42 AM, Maureen Olvey  wrote: > > I 
think talking with a feline cancer group will be helpful. I couldn't tell you 
because I don't know a lot about lymphosarcoma. I'm sure the vets are telling 
you to let him go but you have to make the call and don't do it until you're 
sure so you won't regret it and wonder later on. I guess it depends on the 
success rate of doing chemo on lymphosarcoma at this stage. Maybe you should 
try to consult with a vet oncologist immediately about his chances. If the 
chemo could give him several more months is it worth it? If the chemo could 
give him another year is it worth it? Chemo can be rough but I'm in a dog 
cancer group and usually after a few days of being sick after the chemo 
treatments the dogs are okay until the next round. I'm not sure how it affects 
cats though. My dog was diagnosed a couple months ago with bone cancer and 
chemo wasn't an option but radiation was an option for just a few extra months 
with him. I asked myself those questions about how long would it give him and 
would the pain he would endure be worth it. It's different for me because my 
dog is old so I had to take that into consideration. Seems like I read in one 
of the e-mails that Dexter isn't that old. Anyway, I had a little time because 
my dog wasn't in pain so I talked with two different oncologist and they both 
said the same thing. Talking with an specialist made me feel better about my 
decision.One thing I have learned from the dog bone cancer group I'm in is that 
there are no wrong decisions. You do what you think is right for Dexter. You 
know Dexter better than any vet so it's your call and it won't be a wrong 
decision.Maureen > > “I am not interested to know whether vivisection 
produces results that are profitable to the human race or doesn’t….the pain 
which it inflicts upon unconsenting animals is the basis of my enmity toward 
it, and it is to me sufficient justification of the enmity without looking 
further.” – Mark Twain > >> From: skastel...@cicresearch.com >> To: 
felvtalk@felineleukemia.org >> Date: Mon, 4 Jul 2011 21:55:58 -0700 >> Subject: 
Re: [Felvtalk] Dexter >> >> Ben, my husband and I are praying that the best 
decision for Dex will become obvious to you, whatever that is. The most 
difficult decision is deciding that his quality of life...tubes, pills, 
anything out of the ordinary on a morre than temporary basis, would serve only 
those who will be left behind. God bless you and your family as you wrestle 
with this difficult decision. Dexterwe love you. Please..let your beloved 
Daddy look in your eyes and tell him what you need. Sara >> >> >> >> 
--Original Mail-- >> From: "Ben Williams"  >> To: 
"felvtalk@felineleukemia.org"  >> Sent: Mon, 4 Jul 
2011 21:25:37 -0500 >> Subject: [Felvtalk] Dexter >> >> We are having a hard 
time making a very tough decision for Dexter. In the past three days, Dex has 
suffered facial and paw swelling and has started having difficulty breathing. 
Today has been bad and he is now receiving oxygen at the Dallas emergency vet 
clinic. X-rays show that he has lymph node involvement in every area and his 
liver and spleen are enlarged and have move out of the proper body cavity. This 
puts him in, I think

Re: [Felvtalk] Dexter

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Ben, my husband and I are praying that the best decision for Dex will become 
obvious to you, whatever that is.  The most difficult decision is deciding that 
his quality of life...tubes, pills, anything out of the ordinary on a morre 
than temporary basis, would serve only those who will be left behind.  God 
bless you and your family as you wrestle with this difficult decision.  
Dexterwe love you.  Please..let your beloved Daddy look in your eyes and 
tell him what you need.  Sara



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To: "felvtalk@felineleukemia.org" 
Sent: Mon, 4 Jul 2011 21:25:37 -0500
Subject: [Felvtalk] Dexter

We are having a hard time making a very tough decision for Dexter. In the past 
three days, Dex has suffered facial and paw swelling and has started having 
difficulty breathing. Today has been bad and he is now receiving oxygen at the 
Dallas emergency vet clinic. X-rays show that he has lymph node involvement in 
every area and his liver and spleen are enlarged and have move out of the 
proper body cavity. This puts him in, I think, stage 4 of lymphosarcoma. He is 
whimpering and obviously in pain. We don't want to give up and we are willing 
to do chemo for him. We want to do what's best for Dexter, but it is so hard to 
make that final decision. Is it time for his suffering to be over? Does he have 
a chance? 
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Re: [Felvtalk] Ittle Bitty- Update

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Great news Sally.  Will continue to send loving healing thoughts your way.  Sara


--Original Mail--
From: "Sally Davis" 
To: 
Sent: Sun, 3 Jul 2011 21:15:03 -0400
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Ittle Bitty- Update

Thanks everyone prayers are working. Most likely scenario is Ittle Bitty
threw a clot and it went to his brain causing the stroke. He is very lucky
to have survived. He continues to inprove and is even using his back legs
some.

Thanks

Sally

On Fri, Jul 1, 2011 at 9:00 AM, Lynda Wilson wrote:

> I have not stopped praying for him. I know you are doing the best you can
> for him!
>
> Take Care!
> Lynda
> - Original Message - From: "Sally Davis" 
> To: "FeLV Talk" 
> Sent: Monday, June 27, 2011 12:59 PM
>
> Subject: [Felvtalk] Ittle Bitty- Update
>
>
> I have to go to work now. He is doing better now went back to vet think
>> end.. butall the sudden he had better movement so got fluids , AD and app
>> stimulant. I will up date tmrrow I work 3-12am.
>>
>> Keep the prayers going
>>
>> Thanks
>>
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Re: [Felvtalk] Ittle Bitty- Update

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Sally, so glad he is doing better.  Prayers and hugs are still being sent
your way.  Sara


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Sent: Monday, June 27, 2011 11:00 AM
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Subject: [Felvtalk] Ittle Bitty- Update

I have to go to work now. He is doing better now went back to vet think
end.. butall the sudden he had better movement so got fluids , AD and app
stimulant. I will up date tmrrow I work 3-12am.

Keep the prayers going

Thanks

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Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty

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Keeping you in my prayers, Sally.  Sara

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From: "Sally Davis" 
To: 
Sent: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 18:05:24 -0400
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bitty

they ruled that out. He is home but not doing well. They think he had a mini
stroke.

Sally

On Sat, Jun 25, 2011 at 10:55 AM, Natalie  wrote:

> I was just thinking, could Bitty possibly have a blood clot where the veins
> go into each hind leg? Not being able to move, crying sounds very much
> what
> I have experienced several times. All except once, was the cat euthanized.
> Why? Because I took the cats to an emergency clinic (evenings, weekends).
> The last cat that had a blood clot, was taken to our vet who treated the
> clot to dissolve - the cat, Corgi, has a limp in one of the hind legs as a
> result. Some cats are in pain from such a blood clot, others are not.
> Corgi
> was a feral cat - I found him one morning not being able to move, trying to
> get away with his front legs. I cornered him, threw a towel over him and
> the rest is history. Because I head to treat him, he is the sweetest cat,
> all the cats absolutely love him, snuggle with him, almost consider him
> their parent.he washes them all and they reciprocate.
>
> -Original Message-
> From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
> [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sara Kasteleyn
> Sent: Saturday, June 25, 2011 9:58 AM
> To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
> Subject: [Felvtalk] Bitty
>
>
> SallyI am so sorry to hear about Bitty. My prayers are with you .
> Sara
>
> --Original Mail--
> From: "Sally Davis" 
> To: 
> Sent: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 01:16:03 -0400
> Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] VooDoo is missing
>
> Melinda I will be praying for VooDoo's return.
>
> My ittle Bitty is at the Vet now because I found him unable to move and
> crying. He may not make it through the night. Possble stroke, nuerological
> issue they did lots of tests. He is not in pain but his mind is not here
> either. Please pray for my lover boy he is 12.
>
> Thanks all
>
> On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 5:53 AM, Melinda Kerr  wrote:
>
> > Hello all,
> >
> > It is with a very heavy heart that I am asking for some positive energy
> > from this group! My son's friend left a door open last night and my
> little
> > VooDoo escaped. He is terrified of being outdoors and all attempts to
> > capture him only scared him more! We live on a military base and there
> are
> > no wild animals to worry about and the speed limit on base is extremely
> > slow. My greatest concern is that around 2:00am, he tried to come home
> and
> > we absolutely scared him to death trying to get him to bring him inside.
> > (He hasn't been out since he came to us as a five week old kitten) I'm
> > worried that he might be afraid to come home.
> >
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[Felvtalk] Bitty

[Sara Kasteleyn]

SallyI am so sorry to hear about Bitty.  My prayers are with you .  Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Sally Davis" 
To: 
Sent: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 01:16:03 -0400
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] VooDoo is missing

Melinda I will be praying for VooDoo's return.

My ittle Bitty is at the Vet now because I found him unable to move and
crying. He may not make it through the night. Possble stroke, nuerological
issue they did lots of tests. He is not in pain but his mind is not here
either. Please pray for my lover boy he is 12.

Thanks all

On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 5:53 AM, Melinda Kerr  wrote:

> Hello all,
>
> It is with a very heavy heart that I am asking for some positive energy
> from this group! My son's friend left a door open last night and my little
> VooDoo escaped. He is terrified of being outdoors and all attempts to
> capture him only scared him more! We live on a military base and there are
> no wild animals to worry about and the speed limit on base is extremely
> slow. My greatest concern is that around 2:00am, he tried to come home and
> we absolutely scared him to death trying to get him to bring him inside.
> (He hasn't been out since he came to us as a five week old kitten) I'm
> worried that he might be afraid to come home.
>
>
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Re: [Felvtalk] VooDoo's Home

[Sara Kasteleyn]

This is great news!  I've been looking for this email, and it's a nice way to 
start my day.  Know you are VERY relieved.  

Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Melinda Kerr" 
To: 
Sent: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 21:52:40 +0900
Subject: [Felvtalk] VooDoo's Home

OK, so who says miracles and divine intervention do not exist? After a couple 
of hours in the very hot sun, I found evidence that maybe VooDoo was alive and 
close by. Then, I discovered that the police now have a NO trapping policy. I 
went to my Japanese vet to see if he could find a trap. He was going to call 
the city on Monday. So, back to being a little stressed, feeling as though my 
best hope was gone. 

A couple of hours later, a very short, but really hard rain came and I was once 
again concerned because I thought he was hiding in a drain pipe. As soon as the 
rain ended, I went to the back door and called out asking him to come home. 
What do you know, he answered me with his crazy, whiny cry. After a few minutes 
of trying to coax him into the house, I decided that he was either trapped or 
hurt. I called to him and he continued to call back. Once I located him hiding 
under a tree, I belly crawled on the wet ground to where he was. I reached 
under, in the dark, expecting the worst. However, he let me grab him and pull 
him out. 

So, 48 hours after going missing, my baby is home safe and sound. We will be 
watching closely for sniffles and signs of fever!

Thank you all for your advice and positive vibes. I truly believe that they 
worked.

Melinda, Fuji and VooDoo

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Re: [Felvtalk] Bee Please add to te CLS :*(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Sherry...We'll hug our babies extra special tonight, and will also light a 
candle for your Miss Bee.  Bless you and all the others there for loving these 
special ones.

Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Sherry DeHaan" 
To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Mon, 13 Jun 2011 17:59:36 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Bee Please add to te CLS :*(

Another one of our Sids kids left us today. Bee was with us for longer than I 
have been volunteering. She hung in here for almost 6 years. She is with her 
mama Jewel now. Bee was our drama queen kitty,ALWAYS had something to 
say...what a sad,sad,sad day  :(
Everyone hug your babies,
Sherry


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than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"
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Re: [Felvtalk] Vets for Felv cats

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We have a wonderful holistic-friendly vet who makes house calls.  She works in 
conjunction with our "brick and mortar" vet for blood work, tests, etc.  when 
necessary.  Now that we have lost our two FeLV+ angels, she takes care of our 
new babies.  The house call vet was the one that got us hooked up with LTCI.  
I'm certain Taj and Rani wouldn't have lasted as long as they did without the 
LTCI.  Both eventually succumbed to lymphomas of different types.  Brother and 
sister.  We will always miss them.

I don't think it's necessary to have a specialized vet...just a vet who is 
special and willing to listen.  

Sara

--Original Mail--
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To: 
Sent: Fri, 10 Jun 2011 21:57:02 -0500
Subject: [Felvtalk] Vets for Felv cats

Do you all have your FeLeuk kitties seen by your regular vets? I talked 
to a wonderful consulting vet I know re Miss Eleanor (formerly Sabrina) 
& his first recommendation was Internal Medicine at U of WI, but then 
said that this would probably not be necessary as long as she is 
asymptomatic. That regular blood work, every 6 months, would be the 
main requirement. Certainly hope that is the case as just a couple of 
visits to UW would be well over $1000!

I would like to combine the services of a good regular vet, which I 
think I have, altho he freely admits that is practice does not see a lot 
of FeLeuk kitties - which is probably pretty much the case with all 
non-specializing vets, I would think, with those of a holistic vet as 
well. Do any of you do that?

Are any of you in Wisconsin?

Pam

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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add Aggie to the CLS

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Andy,  I want to add my thoughts on the loss of your precious Aggie.  Your
post brings tears to my eyes.  Thank you so much for loving her enough to
let her go.  There is no doubt she knows how loved she was.  I'm so sorry
for this loss, and we do feel the pain with you.

Warm and loving hugs,
Sara


-Original Message-
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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Andy Domek
Sent: Tuesday, June 07, 2011 2:19 PM
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Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add Aggie to the CLS


Hi all,

I know I haven't posted in awhile, but I wanted to offer an update to those
of you who followed our story with our little bundle of spunk, Aggie.
We helped Aggie cross over this morning, and it was one of the hardest 
things I've had to do.  It was also the right thing to do.  Her anemia 
caused her to gasp for air since yesterday evening, and she was starting
 to involuntarily shake, could no longer walk, make it to the litter 
box, and could barely raise her head to watch the lizards running around
 our patio.  She was my little valiant fighter for 7 years, but 
ultimately FELV took her from me.  We tried everything short of a 
transfusion, and it just wasn't enough.
I firmly 
believe that LTCI bought us about a year of good quality time.  Her 
bloodwork was taking a VERY marked decline last June, and LTCI reversed it.

Unfortunately, FELV is a tough nut to crack and there was only so much 
we could do.


It was very peaceful, she just went to sleep while we 
sang her song to her , and told her what a blessing she has been in our 
life.  If love could heal, she'd have been the healthiest cat ever.  But
 right now, she's not in any pain, no more seizures, no more force 
feeding, no more shots, and only peace.



There is a void in my home, and my heart right now.  But I am so, so 
thankful to have had her at all.  I didn't even like cats before I met 
her, and now I'm a sucker for them!  


Thank you for your advice, your collective knowledge, and more importantly,
for the kindness you show to everyone who is dealing with this nasty
disease.



Peace to all of you, and good luck on your journeys with your beloved
fuzzbuckets.



Andy
  
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Re: [Felvtalk] Tilton Please add to the CLS :*(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Sherrywe'll light candles for Benji and Tilta Whirl tonight.  Bless you
and the other kind volunteers who make the lives of these precious babies so
much better with their love and care.  

Sara


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Subject: [Felvtalk] Tilton Please add to the CLS :*(

What can I say about this beautiful soulTilton(Tilta whirl as I lovingly
called him) was a beautiful crooked head fluffy orange boy that won my heart
the SECOND I met him!!! I fought with myself about adopting him once I got
back from vacation,but decided against it...too much going on right now for
a newbie in my house. But one of our AWESOME volunteers decided to take him
home cause he was starting to fail in health. She wanted to give him a
chance at a home for whatever time she could...well today he lost his
battlehe and Marcia were VERY lucky to of had each other,even for just a
short time. Everybody hug your babies for me tonight.
Sherry


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Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
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Re: [Felvtalk] Mach Catmacho Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

So sorry, Sherry.  My heart breaks a little each time you lose another.  Thank 
you for being sure they know love.

Sara


--Original Mail--
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To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Sat, 7 May 2011 17:33:43 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Mach Catmacho Please add to the CLS :(

This sweet buff boy left us today,Dr. Jen said he had kidney cancer.Good 
boy,happy to of had the chance to love him. Sids kids are the best..
Sherry


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Unable to accept its awful gaps.
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Re: [Felvtalk] Amber's Kitty Palace

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Wow!  This is fabulous...and she is so beautiful.  What a lovely little face!  
Thanks so much for sharing thisand for loving this precious little gal so 
much.

Sara

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Re: [Felvtalk] Husband's Obiituary

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Terri, it turned out beautifully.  What a nice tribute to your husband.
Thinking of you a lot and hoping things are going as well as can be expected
for you.  Blessings,   Sara

 

 

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Subject: [Felvtalk] Husband's Obiituary

 

Here is the main link to the paper I put my husband's obituary. Just click
on the obit look for "Bobby Forker" it will only be online for 30 days. In
the local paper Thursday and Sunday. 

There will be a photo of him. I hope it turns out alright.

 

http://www.heraldnet.com/ 


 

 

TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS/SIAMESE & COLLIE RESCUE
Sultan, WA. 98294
Terrie Mohr-Forker
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Non-Profit national rescue

Dedicated to the welfare of animals.

 

 
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Re: [Felvtalk] Husband has passed away..... :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Terrie, 

My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.  

Sara

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Re: [Felvtalk] Casanova aka "Studs" going over the rainbow bridge

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Oh Bethbless you giving this little guy all the love you have.

We'll light a candle for Studs (and you) tonight.

Sara


-Original Message-
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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Beth
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 1:05 PM
To: FeLV Talk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Casanova aka "Studs" going over the rainbow bridge

Too emotionally exhausted to go into detail, but it is time. I've only had
this kitty since Monday & he has already stolen my heart. I'm thankful I got
to sleep in his room with him last night - he slept glued to me. He knows he
is loved.

Beth
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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add Rosie to CLS

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Alice our hearts are breaking with yours.  You did absolutely everything you 
could do for her, but knowing that doesn't ease your pain in this moment.

We'll light a candle tonight for this very special and very loved girl.  Sara


--Original Mail--
From: "Alice Flowers" 
To: "felvtalk@felineleukemia.org" 
Sent: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 20:09:25 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add Rosie to CLS

Rosie passed last night, I could not bear to watch her wasting away. The 
Lymphoma had
beat her. We had her on Pred and Leukeran-which shrank the mass near her throat 
the
first week, then it came back with a vengeance the next week. We increased it 
to 
every 
other day on the Leukeran to no avail. She was also on Lasix, Lysine, iron, b 
vitamins,
Interferon. She always came into the kitchen and waited for me to give her the 
meds,
but the last few days she began to clamp her jaw, like enough. She was being 
syringe fed,
she couldn't eat-the mass in her neck got so large and hard. Her eyes became 
empty and
she just wanted to hide, she was miserable. When I came home from work last 
night, I 
knew it was time. Thank you to the wonderful vets and staff at Sacramento Cat 
Hospital
for staying late so we could help Rosie join her man, Murphy at the bridge-he 
passed in
October from Lymphoma and anemia. Rosie is our 6th and last FeLV kitty-her 4 
brothers
passed in their first year from anemia, despite all our efforts. I have never 
felt so defeated
and empty in my life. I did not have a clue about FeLV when we rescued the 
feral 
babies.
It has been a long and sad 2 years, Rosie and Murphy each just made it to 2 1/2 
yrs old.
Bless all of you fighting this battle-it is a long, and difficult journey, but 
these babies deserve
all the love in the world. Alice with Miso and Sachi-the 2 negatives we adopted 
when Rosie
got so depressed when she was left alone after Murphy passed.
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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add Lola to the CLS list :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Beth, I am in tears over this story, but so relieved Lola had your love and
tenderness and compassion.  I'll spend a quiet moment or two this evening to
ask Smokey, Tuxedo, Scooter, Taj and Rani to make a special effort to
welcome Lola to their now trouble-free home on the other side.  God bless
you, and all the wonderful people on this list, who make it their work to
care for those so many have forgotten and neglected.  You are all angels
walking among us.

Sara

-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Beth
Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 9:06 AM
To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add Lola to the CLS list :(

Got a call at 5pm yesterday that someone had seen a kitty in the ATM drive
thru lane at a local bank. I ran up there & didn't see a thing at first. She
was a tiny brown tabby sitting so still in the leaves that I didn't even see
her. She blended right in. She was so cold & wet & could barely make a
sound. I put her in a carrier wrapped in a towel & met some other volunteers
who took her to the emergency vet.
She was so cold her temp didn't even register. She was FeLV positive & had
severe ulcers in her mouth. The vet estimated her to be about 2 years old
though she looked like she was only 3 months old. After some time trying to
raise her temp they determined the best thing was to euthanize her. Her
heart was barely pumping. 
I named her Lola so she would have a name before going over the Rainbow
Bridge.
It is so sad to think how long she may have been there & how many people saw
her & just kept going without a second thought. What a sad story. Even
sadder because I know she is just one of many who meet their end this way.
At least she had a name :(

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

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Terri, you are in our thoughts and prayers.  What a difficult time for you
and your family.  Hospice is such a blessing, and I'm glad they are there
for you.

 

Blessings to you and your husband.  Sara

 

 

  _  

From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of ter...@tazzys.org
Sent: Monday, March 28, 2011 6:10 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Time to step down from rescuing for a time being.

 

Hi all,

I'm taking some time off from rescue due to my husband's illness. He has
liver failure and is not a candidate for a transplant. He has been
hospitalized 2 times this month and once last month he was placed into a
skill nursing facility since the 18th of February after the first trip to
the hospital. 

He is in the end final stage of his disease his liver has stopped working. 

Can die at any given time. He is being given all the pain meds he wants for
comfort so he will most likely fall asleep an never wake up again. 

I want to make myself available at all times for him. 

He is only 64 years old... I know to some of you that may sound old but it
isn't really.

Hospice has been part of this as well to help me cope with all of this.
Hospice is available to me 24 hours a day.

 

Sincerely,

Terrie

 

 

TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS/SIAMESE & COLLIE RESCUE
Sultan, WA. 98294
Terrie Mohr-Forker
http://tazzys.org/
Non-Profit national rescue

Dedicated to the welfare of animals.

 

 
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Re: [Felvtalk] For all who have lost their beloved cats!

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Me, too.  Thanks for those beautiful thoughts.  Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "a h" 
To: 
Sent: Sun, 27 Mar 2011 10:36:32 -0500
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] For all who have lost their beloved cats!

that made me cry
Alice
- Original Message - 
From: Natalie 
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org 
Sent: Sunday, March 27, 2011 9:14 AM
Subject: [Felvtalk] For all who have lost their beloved cats!


I Am Always With Her 



And God asked the feline spirit,

"Are you ready to come home?" 

"Oh, yes, quite so," replied the precious soul, "And, as a cat, you know I
am most able to decide anything for myself." 

"Are you coming then?" asked God. 

"Soon," replied the whiskered angel,

"But I must come slowly, for my human friend is troubled For, you see, she
needs me, quite certainly." 

"But doesn't she understand?" asked God, "That you'll never leave her? 

That your souls are intertwined. For all eternity? 

That nothing is created or destroyed? It just isforever and ever and
ever." 

"Eventually she will understand," replied the glorious cat, "For I will
whisper into her heart that I am always with her, I just amforever and
ever and ever." 



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Re: [Felvtalk] Keep Studs in your thoughts Please

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Will of course keep Studs in my thoughts and would LOVE to give "the lady"
who put him in this fix a piece of my mind.


-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Beth
Sent: Wednesday, March 23, 2011 9:23 AM
To: FeLV Talk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Keep Studs in your thoughts Please

I was supposed to have a new FeLV kitty "Studs" aka "Stud Muffin" last
night, but the lady who was transporting him left him in a carrier in her
carport with no food or water all day. I live in Atlanta & it has been hot.
He had to be treated for severe dehydration & is currently at the vet. They
also discovered he had a severe heart murmur, so they are going to check to
see if that can me managed with meds or if it is too late. He is apparently
a total love bug. My favorite kind of cat - big black short haired cat with
green eyes. 

Beth
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Re: [Felvtalk] Yet another question.....

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Natalie, I have no thoughtful advice to give here, but I simply had to say
that I think Eliot Spitty is a brilliant name.  I'm giggling as I write.
Too clever.

Sara

-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Natalie
Sent: Tuesday, March 22, 2011 1:57 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Yet another question.

And I also wonder about adult cats that are FeLV+, and perfectly healthy.
I've never had adults with no symptoms, only a kitten that died years ago.
Eliot Spitty is about 5 yrs old, and Mr. Tux about 6 yrs old.  I wonder how
that will work out in the coming years - they get supplements, good food,
etc.  Has anyone had that experience, and how long did it take, if at all,
before the cats started getting symptoms or related cancers?

-Original Message-
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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Gloria B. Lane
Sent: Tuesday, March 22, 2011 4:01 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Yet another question.

One thought process that I've run into is that a healthy adult cat  
(FELV negative) has a hearty enough immune system to successfully deal  
with the FELV virus without acquiring it.

I can't see that vaccinating them at this point would be of value.

Just my 2c

Gloria



> From: Maureen Olvey 
> Date: March 21, 2011 12:07:44 PM CDT
> To: 
> Subject: [Felvtalk] Yet another question.
> Reply-To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
>
>
>
> I've mentioned my kitty Two Face earlier because she died two weeks  
> ago and when they did the necropsy they found out she had a huge  
> tumor and was FeLV +.  Since then I've had a few of my other kitties  
> tested with the combo/snap test at the vet's office.  All have come  
> out negative so far, thank the Lord for that.  These other kitties  
> that have tested negative lived with Two Face for over a year.   
> Sharing litterboxes, food bowls and all that stuff.  I would think  
> that would mean that they had enough exposure to the virus to get it  
> in their system and that they either extinguished the virus or put  
> it into a dormant status.  Is that a reasonable assumption?  My main  
> question now is should I give them a FeLV vaccination.  If they did  
> get the virus in their system and extinguished it then they're  
> immune for life, right?  If so, there's no need for a vaccination.   
> Is it possible with all that exposure that they didn't get enough of  
> the virus into their system to do any harm?  If that's the case then  
> I should vaccinate them?  I just don't know how they could not have  
> gotten enough exposure since they lived together and shared  
> everything for over a year.
>
> Thoughts?
>
>
> "I am not interested to know whether vivisection produces results  
> that are profitable to the human race or doesn't..the pain which it  
> inflicts upon unconsenting animals is the basis of my enmity toward  
> it, and it is to me sufficient justification of the enmity without  
> looking further." - Mark Twain
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Re: [Felvtalk] Rosie's Check Up Today-Pretty Good!

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Wow Alice, this is really great news.  Keeing you all in y thoughts and prayers 
for continuing good health!  Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Alice Flowers" 
To: "felvtalk@felineleukemia.org" 
Sent: Wed, 16 Mar 2011 19:35:40 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Rosie's Check Up Today-Pretty Good!

WooHoo!! Rosie had a great check up today!! The mass in her throat / neck was 
so 
much smaller in just 3 weeks on the Pred / Leukeran regime. We are going to 
decrease the Prednisolone and keep up the Leukeran. Ultrasound showed no 
Lymphoma in her abdomen (so far)Her hot, red ears may get better with the 
lower dosage. Dr said she had good color, no temp. Looks like with luck and 
purrayers, she may be around to thump on Miso a bit longer! Alice and the 
kids-Rosie, Miso and Sachi (the 2 negatives I adopted a few months ago)
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Re: [Felvtalk] Scrappy Angel over the Rainbow Bridge today

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Paola, what a lovely description you have given of this loving little spirit.   
Thank you for sharing his story.  A candle tonight at our house for the very 
special Mr. Scrappy.

Sara

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From: "paola cresti" 
To: "leukemia list" 
Sent: Thu, 24 Feb 2011 20:26:05 -0800 PST
Subject: [Felvtalk] Scrappy Angel over the Rainbow Bridge today

My little Scrappy boy was coming to the end of his fight, I only had him for 8 
months when he walked into my home and was already in bad condition, hence the 
"Scrappy" name, I didn't think he was going to live 1 month. at that time. 
Though I should have named him Angel for all the love he gave me, he'd started 
responding to Scrappy so I kept calling him that.

I've had plenty of cats in my lifetime, not often do they care for face to face 
contact with people, but he'd look straight into my eyes lean forward and rub 
his cheek on mine, even placing his paws on my chest to stabilize himself when 
reaching for me (sometimes I wouldn't realize right away what he was doing).

The vet said he was 8 years old, so he must have contracted FeLV as an adult.

He'd stopped eating, had labored breathing and had taken to hiding. His sunken 
eyes lost any indication of light and so we stopped any more injections or 
treatments and I had to have him laid to rest today.

Thank you for reading, and for all the information and support I got from this 
mail-list

Paola
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Re: [Felvtalk] Mortimer and Butch Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Sherry...how much loss can you and Dr. Jen and the crew take in such a short 
time?  I'm so sorry...it must be terrible for you all.  We will light two 
beautiful candles tomorrow night for these lovely spirits.  How blessed they 
were to know the love of compassionate human friends.  Although they miss you, 
they are happy and completely healthy now.  Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Sherry DeHaan" 
To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Wed, 9 Feb 2011 19:59:04 -0800 PST
Subject: [Felvtalk] Mortimer and Butch Please add to the CLS :(

So much sadness all at once...two more of our wonderful Sids kids left us
 
Mortimer was a sweet fluffy gray guy who took his medicine like a champ and 
NEVER complained. Will miss you Morti.
Butch was a handsome black boy with the LONGEST tail I ever saw.Sweet as they 
come.We only had a chance to love him for 3 weeks but he made it SO easy to 
do.Happy he new love even for a short time.
Sherry

"We who choose to surround ourselves with lives more temporary
than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"



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Re: [Felvtalk] Tweeze is gone.

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Sue, our hearts are breaking with you at this news.  Precious Tweezer lived
his life in your care with so much love and happiness.  He is so grateful
for you.

We will light a candle in SoCal tonight for Tweezer.  He will always be a
part of you.

Sara

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Frank & Sue Koren
Sent: Friday, February 04, 2011 5:06 PM
To: FeLV talk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Tweeze is gone.

Tweezer lost his battle with this horrible disease this afternoon.  He had
an aggressive lymphoma so there was no hope that he would get better or that
he could even be made more comfortable.  He crashed at the beginning of this
week and was having spasms that were making it very difficult for him to
eat, drink or even to stand.  He has been very unhappy and scared all week
long.  

When I took Tweezer in he was extremely malnourished and had worms, ear
mites, goopy eyes and an upper respiratory infection.  As his health
improved he became such a happy cat!  He was so happy to be alive, he always
wanted to play and be loved.  This is a you-tube link to a video I took of
him a few months ago.  He would come to me and ask me to come and play with
him and then lead me to the toys.

 

http://www.youtube.com/user/katlover13100#p/a/u/2/xXvteShI_Ig

 

Rest in peace my darling Tweezer.  My heart is breaking but at least there
is no feline leukemia where you are now.

 

 

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Re: [Felvtalk] Oatmeal Creme Pie Please Add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Sherry,  So sorry to hear of OCP's passing.  He was blessed with your love
and care.  We will light a candle for him tonight in SoCal.  Sara

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaan
Sent: Thursday, February 03, 2011 8:03 PM
To: Felvtalk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Oatmeal Creme Pie Please Add to the CLS :(

OCP was a sweet snowshoe siamese boy.He had it rough since the day he first
came to us,which was not too long ago.The disease was just too much for his
little body to take. He was a very laid bad loving baby.
Sherry


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than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"


  
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Re: [Felvtalk] not getting any emails

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Hi Tanyait's been pretty quiet the past couple of daysI don't think you 
are banned!  Sara

--Original Mail--
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To: 
Sent: Tue, 25 Jan 2011 10:22:30 -0800 PST
Subject: [Felvtalk] not getting any emails

Hey everyone,
I haven't seem any posts come to my in box in several days and was just 
wondering if I am for some reason now banned or if there just haven't been any 
at all. If anyone has gotten any the last couple of days or if they see this 
will they please respond?
Thanks,
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Re: [Felvtalk] Xander Aloysious

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Sherry...I feel so bad for you, and so grateful that Xander had your love and 
care for so long.  A candle will burn brightly in SoCal for Xander tonight, and 
one for you as well, to ease your sorrow.  Sara

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To: "Felvtalk" ,

Sent: Sat, 15 Jan 2011 05:54:11 -0800 PST
Subject: [Felvtalk] Xander Aloysious

I had to let my beautiful boy Xander go last night. He has been a miracle cat 
since Dec. 2 when he had his bloodwork done and Dr. Jen said he should NOT have 
been alive. His blood cells barely existed but yet he was SO full of life 
still. She sent him home with me and told me to love him to pieces cause she 
would be amazed if he makes it another week Well he proved to be a miracle 
cat for 42 days. But when he stopped wanting to eat and stopped giving momma 
his headbutts that won me over and convinced me to adopt him 4 1/2 years ago ,I 
knew I had to let him go before he crashed.Very hard night but relieved he is 
no longer sick.I love you my beautiful boy...
Sherry


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Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"



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Re: [Felvtalk] LTCI Injections

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Perhaps there are different protocols for different situations, but when we
were giving our little ones LTCI, we were directed by our vet (who had
spoken with the lab techs with LTCI) to give it sub-q.  

Sara

-Original Message-
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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Emeraldkittee
Sent: Monday, January 03, 2011 4:26 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
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hi Andy,
 
great, thanks that does help.  Sounds like it's intravenous, aka in the
vein, so I would not be permitted/able to do that.  Things like the pepcid
or sub q fluids are in the skin, so the pet parents are allowed to do these,
if they are willing.
 
Guess that crosses Whimsy off the list since taking him to the vet gives him
flashbacks!
 
thanks, again, Andy!  Aggie is lucky to have you.
 
Shannon

--- On Mon, 1/3/11, Andy Domek  wrote:


From: Andy Domek 
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] LTCI Injections
To: "FELV List" 
Date: Monday, January 3, 2011, 5:13 PM



Hi,

The LTCI injection that Aggie gets are given in her hind leg area.  Not up
on the medical lingo--but it looks just like a regular vaccination type
shot.  It is not given intravenously, or under the skin like fluids.  Hope
this helps.

Andy             
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Re: [Felvtalk] Boo is gone

[Sara Kasteleyn]

I'm so sorry, Beth.  We will light a candle for baby Boo tonight here in
Southern California, and a candle for you and the love you gave her, as
well.

Sending healing thoughts,
Sara


-Original Message-
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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Beth
Sent: Monday, January 03, 2011 4:20 PM
To: FeLV Talk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Boo is gone

My foster Boo lost her battle with FeLV last night. It was discovered she
had lymphoma. I still have 4 other FeLV babies, including Boo's brother,
Tab.
Boo was so shy with the other cats, but just loved attention from her human
mommy.
She left way too soon.

Beth
Dont Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org   


  
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Re: [Felvtalk] Mick (Mickerdoodles) Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Hello Sherry,  Too many candles being lit at the start of the year for our 
little ones.  Mick's light and yours will shine brightly in SoCal tonight.  
Blessings to you and healing for your sad heart,  Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Sherry DeHaan" 
To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Sat, 1 Jan 2011 20:04:32 -0800 PST
Subject: [Felvtalk] Mick (Mickerdoodles) Please add to the CLS :(

Well not a good way to start out the New Year...We lost our wonderful sweet 
Sids kid Mick today to this awful disease.Mick had such a gentle personality 
that you could not help but to love.His sweet face will be missed by MANY. I 
had a feeling that I should stop in today to see him,so I kissed his head and 
told him that I loved him...his response was the most beautiful loud song of 
purrsanother broken piece of my heart,but the love I have will heal that 
broken piece in time
Sherry


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than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"



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Re: [Felvtalk] Spanky is an angel

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Stacey, I am so sorry to learn of Spanky's passing.  Bless you for all the love 
and care and pure goodness you poured into giving this little soul a good and 
happy life.  Surely he is telling all our little ones at the Bridge just how 
much his mom loved and cared for him.  We will light a candle for Spanky and 
for you tonight in Southern California.

Sara

--Original Mail--
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To: 
Sent: Sun, 2 Jan 2011 12:11:54 -0600
Subject: [Felvtalk] Spanky is an angel

Hello everyone:

We haven't posted much on this list for awhile since Spanky was diagnosed
with cranial mediastinal lymphoma. It is with a broken heart that I am
posting to say that Spanky lost his battle with FELV and lymphoma on New
Year's eve day. He had a seizure earlier in the week after taking an
appetite stimulant and things went downhill this past week and his
phosphorous was so low the vet said they had never seen a cat with low phos
like this, and he developed severe non-regenerative anemia. His type of
lymphoma was fast growing and he wasn't able to have a chemo treatment for
weeks either.

Thank you so much to everyone on this list, your kitties, your angels for
all the help and support and love you've shown to us. You were an absolutely
wonderful support network. Without this group we wouldn't have tried the
LCTI imulan, interferon or the many supplements we learned about like
Transfer factor etc.

I wish all of you the best in 2011 and beyond and will purray your furbabies
stay as healthy as they possibly can.
We send purrayers and healing thoughts to all of you.
Thanks again
Stacy and Angel Spanky
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Re: [Felvtalk] update on Spanky - chest fluid

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Bless your heart, Stacy.  You are doing everything you possibly can for him.
I'll keep you both in my prayers.  Sending positive light,  Sara


-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Stacy Zacher
Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2010 1:33 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] update on Spanky - chest fluid

Hi everyone:

I was able to get Spanky in to the internal med specialist/oncologist
this morning. She reviewed his xrays and did an ultrasound and said
Spanky has a  mediastinal 3cm mass in front of his heart.  This is what
is causing the fluid. She said there isn't that much fluid actually it
is more the mass pushing on everything.  They offered to drain the
fluids but she didn't think it was causing any major distress at the
moment. She said the mass was not consistent with what lymphoma looks
like but was more globular and they could take a sample and send it in
but I elected not to put him through that. If it is a tumor, it is a
tumor. 



She said I can give rutin but she didn't think that would help
this type of fluids. she recommended I stop giving him immune support
and give prednisolone to try to shrink the mass and give him some breathing
room.
I know about all the issues that come with giving him pred being felv
with no immune system but my gut says try it. She said if I didn't try
it, he could have a few days and more fluid, if I try it and it works
and offers him more comfort for now great, if I try it and he gets CHF,
he can be tapped or theb we know it just may not work.  In any case, I
didn't get him tapped and will just have to see how he'll do on the
pred.  



 
Also I could do the coq10 still.  She said his heart looked good on the
ultrasound but of course I have
to watch his breathing. He was diagnosed as early-HCM and last
ultrasound he had showed no change in the status so I have fingers
crossed.  If I don't try it, I think he will have only days.  If I do
try it and it works he will have a bit of quality maybe. If I try it
and he goes into CHF I know he has hours.  Either way I think it is all
a crapshoot at this point.
Thanks to everyone on the lists for support and advice.  

Spanky and Stacy

stacy_zac...@yahoo.com


  
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Re: [Felvtalk] Caesar Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Oh Sherry..I admire you so much for giving such love to these special 
kitties...and to all those on this list that do the same.  We have a candle 
burning brightly tonight to light Caesar's way home.  He knows how much you 
love him and care for him.  I'm so sorry for your loss.

Sara  

--Original Mail--
From: "Sherry DeHaan" 
To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Mon, 22 Nov 2010 17:39:59 -0800 PST
Subject: [Felvtalk] Caesar Please add to the CLS :(

What can I say about this BEAUTIFUL sweet boy,he had the softest most gentle 
look in his eyes ALWAYS. And he knew out of ALL the Sids kids he was extra 
special to my heart.I got to spend some time with him after my shift 
Saturday,and deep in my heart I knew I was not going to see him again.I had 
such a hard time leaving that night.I could NOT give him enough kisses on his 
beautiful black and white face or tell him I loved him enough times.He knew he 
was my special baby.As you all know I love all the Sids kids,but some melt into 
your heart just a little more. My heart is so heavy tonight. :(
Sherry


"We who choose to surround ourselves with lives more temporary
than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"



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Re: [Felvtalk] Second Chance Xmas Fund Raiser

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Mike, don't worry.  You asked a perfectly reasonable question.  None of us
can possibly "know" all the folks on this list.  I'm sure your donation will
be put to very good use!

Sara

-Original Message-
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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Mike Finch
Sent: Wednesday, November 17, 2010 3:47 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Second Chance Xmas Fund Raiser

Hello all,

Before any flaming begins, I've already made a $50 donation to the Second
Chance 
Meows organization for their Christmas fundraiser.

Again, Mr. Johnson, I apologize if you were offended.  Thank you for the
work 
you do for all cats, but especially for those who are felv+.

Sincerely,

Mike :)




From: Belinda Sauro 
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Sent: Wed, November 17, 2010 8:06:17 PM
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Second Chance Xmas Fund Raiser

Mike,
Michael is a well known member of the group and does take in and take care
of 
feLV+ cats, he has even taken some group member cats, hopefully one of them
will 
speak up.

-- Belinda
happiness is being owned by cats ...

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Re: [Felvtalk] General Motor Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Hi Sherry, 

Am just now getting to my email and so sorry you have lost another precious
baby.  What a great name!  We will light a candle tonight for him and for
you.  Bless you for giving these little ones so much love.  
Sara

-Original Message-
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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaan
Sent: Friday, November 05, 2010 7:08 PM
To: Felvtalk
Subject: [Felvtalk] General Motor Please add to the CLS :(

We lost another sweet Sids kid today.General Motor got his name because of
the loud purr he always had for us...we will miss you GM  :(
Sherry


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Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"


  
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Re: [Felvtalk] Murphy is gone.

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Alice, you and Glenn have done so very much for this lovely boy.  The final act 
of kindness is always the most painful for you.  I am so sorry for the ache in 
your heart and the empty places in your home.

Bless you.  We will light three candles tonight.  One for the happy reunion of 
Buster, Oni, Jack, Schatzi and Murphy, one for you and Glenn, who surely have 
gone above and beyone the call to care for each of these little ones, and one 
for the resiliant Rosie and her continued good health.

Sara


--Original Mail--
From: "Alice Flowers" 
To: "felvtalk@felineleukemia.org" 
Sent: Mon, 25 Oct 2010 23:54:05 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Murphy is gone.

Murphy has passed to the bridge tonight to join Buster, Oni, Jack and 
Schatzi-Rosie's 4 brothers that passed last year. He was 2 1/2. Glenn and I saw 
in his eyes tonight that he was tired. He gave it all he had but in the end 
FeLV 
took him too.We will miss him so much-he filled the house with his incredible 
personality. He always ran to the door to greet everyone-he never knew a 
stranger. I will miss his big, poly-dactyl feet going clickity-click around the 
house and how he could leap up the wall and turn the light switch off and on 
when he chased the laser toy. Rosie will miss giving him vampire kisses-she's a 
tough love kinda girl and she is the last Mohican of the 6 FeLV+ kitties we 
began this journey with. Thanks to all of you for your kindness and caring. 
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Re: [Felvtalk] Wordsworth Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Gosh Sherry.I sure am sad to learn about Wordsworth.love the name.
We will light a candle in his honor tonight.  Bless you for loving him.

Sara

-Original Message-
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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaan
Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 8:58 PM
To: Felvtalk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Wordsworth Please add to the CLS :(

We lost this quiet sweet white boy with a crinkled ear thursday,it happened
so fast.He would have been with us at Sids a year in January.Rest in peace
handsome boy.
Sherry


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Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"


  
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Re: [Felvtalk] Lucky is Lucky

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Congratulations, Bonnie!  Lucky indeed!

-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sharyl
Sent: Thursday, October 21, 2010 2:26 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Lucky is Lucky

Bonnie have you 3 cats had their FeLV vaccine?  If so I'd let them get to
know each other.
Sharyl

--- On Thu, 10/21/10, Bonnie Hogue  wrote:

> From: Bonnie Hogue 
> Subject: [Felvtalk] Lucky is Lucky
> To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
> Date: Thursday, October 21, 2010, 12:14 PM
> Hi all
> I've tried this e-mail a few times and it "bounces" back,
> so will try yet again...
> 
> Lucky's IFA test results came back: Negative!
> This is 5 weeks after a test at the vet's office pronounced
> him a "weak positive" for FeLV.  The vet tech said,
> "the color just barely changed" in explaining what "weak
> positive" meant.
> In giving the IFA results, the vet surmised Lucky may have
> been recently exposed when he was tested, and the course of
> antibiotics and being taken good care of may have prevented
> the virus from getting a hold on him.
> 
> So my questions are: should I trust this test result of
> have him retested again?  If so, when?  Are my 3
> healthy house cats safe to be around him?
> 
> As usual, any inputs are appreciated!
> ~Bonnie
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Re: [Felvtalk] Bonnie

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Ditto Bonnie's comment Laurie.I think I may have figured out why my
little one has suddenly decided the bathtub is preferred over the litter box
for urination.  Good stuff to know!

Sara

-Original Message-
From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org
[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Bonnie Hogue
Sent: Wednesday, October 20, 2010 3:06 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bonnie

Excellent web site, Laurie -- thanks for sending it along.  I learned a lot!
~Bonnie
- Original Message - 
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To: 
Sent: Wednesday, October 20, 2010 12:47 PM
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bonnie


> Check out www.catinfo.org for her analysis.
> It had too much dust for me (we have cats with asthma and allergies) and 
> my
> boys ate it!
> L
>
> "Love animals: God has given them the rudiments of thought and joy
> untroubled. Do not trouble their joy, don't harass them, don't deprive 
> them
> of their happiness, don't work against God's intent. Man, do not pride
> yourself on superiority to animals; they are without sin, and you, with 
> your
> greatness, defile 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 Bonnie Hogue
> Sent: Wednesday, October 20, 2010 2:41 PM
> To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
> Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bonnie
>
> Laurie
> Why don't you guys like WB cat litter?  Just curious.  I've tried many 
> types
>
> and find it pretty good.  I will look up Dr. Elsey's.
> Lucky's teeth look good.  He likes to rub his mouth on my hand when we're
> having our Love Sessions... and he'll very gently nibble.  I thought, 
> "Wow,
> I bet I could brush this cat's teeth."  Something I would never get away
> with on my other cats.
> Lucky is an odd cat, and I suspect he's quite bright.
> I'm hoping for drool vs. pee!
> Thanks for your insights.
> ~Bonnie
> - Original Message - 
> From: "Laurieskatz" 
> To: 
> Sent: Wednesday, October 20, 2010 12:28 PM
> Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] BONNIE
>
>
>> Bonnie, if it was pee there would be NO mistaking it! Has anyone checked
>> his
>> teeth if he is drooling? That sounds like a lot of drool. And I bet it is
>> drool.
>> The vet (at catinfo.org) hates World's best cat litter, btw.
>> She and I used Dr. Elsey's Ultra Precious cats.
>> L
>>
>> "Love animals: God has given them the rudiments of thought and joy
>> untroubled. Do not trouble their joy, don't harass them, don't deprive
>> them
>> of their happiness, don't work against God's intent. Man, do not pride
>> yourself on superiority to animals; they are without sin, and you, with
>> your
>> greatness, defile 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 Bonnie Hogue
>> Sent: Wednesday, October 20, 2010 1:57 PM
>> To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
>> Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] BONNIE
>>
>> "Think like the
>> cat and you will have your answer!" -- I like that!
>>
>> This sounds strange, but I'm not sure it's pee because it doesn't stink
>> much.  The vet said it could be pee or, get this, it could be drool.
>> Lucky
>> lays on the bed and looks pretty comfortable, and he is a major league
>> drooler!  He has the room and the box to himself, so no anxiety there.  I
>> see pee-clumps in the box, but I suppose he could still be peeing the bed
>> just because.  I use World's Best Cat Litter -- also world's most
>> expensive -- and it really is excellent stuff.  I scoop his box daily.
>> But
>> I might need to change the litter more.
>> Anyway, now I'm doing a test: putting a water-proof cover on the 
>> mattress,
>> wash and replace the sheets and see if I can tell what's really going on.
>> Cats...anything is possible with these amazing animals!
>>
>> - Original Message - 
>> From: "Laurieskatz" 
>> To: 
>> Sent: Wednesday, October 20, 2010 10:37 AM
>> Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] BONNIE
>>
>>
>>> Peeing on bed can be result of other cats chasing a cat out of the 
>>> litter
>>> box or an aversion to the box or litter.
>>> Please read www.catinfo.org re litter box issues if this is not medical.
>>> It
>>> is a vet site and has GREAT suggestions.
>>> I had a bed peer, too. I had to place boxes in several locations where
>>> she
>>> had an escape route (2 access routes) because one of my other cats 
>>> stalks
>>> her and chases her from the box. It can also be that they don't like
>>> something about the litter (smell or feel or cleanliness). Think like 
>>> the
>>> cat and you will have your answer!
>>> L
>>>
>>> "Love animals: God has given them the rudiments of thought a

Re: [Felvtalk] Aww Geez-Murphy's starting to crash-vet visit today

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Alice...I'll keep you and the wonderful Mr. Murphy in my purrrayers...not to 
worry.  

It's a rough ride...for you both.  Blessings to you all for trying so much to 
make it right.

Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Alice Flowers" 
To: "felvtalk@felineleukemia.org" 
Sent: Tue, 19 Oct 2010 18:13:19 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Aww Geez-Murphy's starting to crash-vet visit today

This is the craziest roller coaster!!! Geez-Sunday Murphy was a busy bee, all 
happy and jabbering up a storm. He was finally feeling better with a week of 
Lysine under his belt and the sneezing and sniffles were subsiding. Yesterday 
he 
was fairly quiet but I thought he may have done too much the day before. Last 
night he did not eat, went into the spare room and laid on the floor in the 
dark. Not his style, normally he's nearby. This morning he laid in the kitchen 
until he got his meds, then didn't want to eat. I was able to call the vet from 
work and get him in this afternoon. We just got home. His PCV dropped 10 pts to 
28 and may be even lower because he's a bit dehydrated. We will bump the 
Procrit 
up to 2x a week and increase the iron caps to every night instead of every 
other 
night. Maybe we lowered the dose too quicklyhe began the end of July with 
his first crash at 3x a week with the Procrit, then we dropped it to 2x-he 
bounced back so well that we dropped him to once a week when his HCT got to 38 
two weeks ago. His lungs still sound good, but breathing is a little labored 
from being anemic. Ultrasound showed a little fluid around the heart, but 
nothing like the fluid in his chest in July and August, temp is normal, eyes 
clear. So please friends, more little purrayers for my bestest buddy!! Alice 
and the kiddos!
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Re: [Felvtalk] Murphy-One week on the Lysine and much improved!! (after2 weeks of dripping and sneezing)

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Alice, bless your heart.  It can be a real merry-go-round, can't it?  So
very glad to hear Murphy is getting better.  Onward and upward!  Good
positive thoughts for all of you,  Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Alice Flowers
Sent: Sunday, October 17, 2010 10:05 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Murphy-One week on the Lysine and much improved!!
(after2 weeks of dripping and sneezing)

It's been a rough two weeks with poor Murphy and his drippy and sneezy nose.
He 
got so lethargic and became congested in the nose that by mid-week he wasn't

eating much. I started him last Sunday on the Lysine. He will not eat
anything 
with Lysine added, nor will he go near those expensive Lysine treats that I 
bought at the vet's office. I didn't try it in the water because I have
water 
all over the house 2-3 dishes for him and Rosie and also a 5 gallon water 
dispenser for the 3 Australian Shepherds that co-rule our home. The cats
drink 
out of it also. I put the powdered Lysine into the #3 gel caps that I get
from 
my vet. I think I went overboard the first day-gave him 2 in the AM and 1 in
the 
PM-u oo-he had the runs the next day-poor boy was dripping outta
both 
ends. Not a fun clean up when you have a fluffy cat!! I called the vet and
they 
said I could try saline spray and/or a mild Afrin spray for his nose-steam
(he 
already perches on the toilet seat every night while I shower, so I turned
the 
fan off to keep the steam in the room). So then I disassembled all the gel 
caps-one had doxy and cypro and the other had the lasix and pred. I filled
all 
the empty space in the caps with Lysine and reassembled them. So maybe he
was 
getting 3/4 to a whole caps worth of Lysine 2x a day. On Thursday I gave him
his 
LTCI and Procrit injections-he's once a week on each. He was still sleeping
alot 
Friday, but his nose was less drippy and he seemed brighter. Today he is 
following me all around the house and is more involved and talking again. 
Oh-another thing I tried, on Wednesday I diluted some Afrin nasal spray with
2 
parts saline spray and gave him a few squirts into the snoot- He went into 4

wheel drive trying to escape! He was not a happy kitty at all, so it may
have 
helped for a short while, I only did it once. Thank goodness he is such a 
forgiving soul. He is feeling much better today, hardly any sneezing and
barely 
any drips. He was jabbering away in the kitchen this morning, sitting on his

little throne (I have a little plastic step cuz I'm short. It's in the
corner of 
the kitchen and he claims it as his throne.) He wouldn't shut up until he
and 
Rosie got their 1cc of Interferon and he got his meds, 3 capsules. He sits
and 
waits for them, then when that's done, he expects fresh wet food!
Anyway-that's 
our little update-I am a believer in the Lysine now, but it takes a little
time 
to knock out the Herpes virus that we think flares up whenever his immune
system 
is low. Doe anyone know how long he can be on it?   Alice  (Rosie and Murphy

too!)
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Re: [Felvtalk] Add my Chloe (FELV) to the Bridge list

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Gloria, your loving tribute to Chloe has brought tears to my eyes.  Bless
you for taking such good care of this sweet girl.  We will light a candle
tonight to light her way, and to honor your love for her.

Sara

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Gloria B. Lane
Sent: Monday, October 11, 2010 4:53 PM
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Subject: [Felvtalk] Add my Chloe (FELV) to the Bridge list

My Chloe died today - she's a gray and white FELV kitty, a lovely and  
sweet kitty.  I got her in Sept 2005, from a lady in Oklahoma named  
Jennifer.  Jennifer had been a vet tech, and had FELV cats, but when  
her baby developed serious problems and she needed to pass her specia  
needs cats on to someone else, and I took them.

One by one they have passed on.  Chloe was the last - she was 15 or  
16, claws had grown out, and she was having some kidney problems.   
Fall is so dry, it seems to be hard on kidney cats.

Chloe was a sweetie and had a soft and gentle passing.  I kept  
covering her and trying to keep her hydrated and warm, but she said no  
mom, I don't want the cover on me. Sleep soft sweet Chloe.

Gloria

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Re: [Felvtalk] Aggie Introduction Part 2

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Wow, Andy! What a storyand what a lucky kitty Aggie is.  Fortunate, too,
to be close to UC Davis.

Will keep your family and Aggie in my thoughts and prayers.  Bless you and
your wife for giving her so much love and attention.with a new baby!
Yipes.  You're not getting any sleep at all, are you?!

Best wishes,  Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Andy Domek
Sent: Monday, October 11, 2010 11:02 AM
To: FELV List
Subject: [Felvtalk] Aggie Introduction Part 2




Our story continues with Aggie introduction, part 2..
 
At this point, I would have chalked the seizure up to the mirtaziprine if it
wasn't for the fact that the day before we gave her the drug, Aggie was
meowing very loudly and had thrown up a bit of a clear liquid.  While my
wife didn't see it, she wasn't covered in drool and wasn't disoriented like
after the two known seizures.  So, we really don't know what happened, but
suspect it was a milder seizure type incident, and the mirtaziprine made
everything worse.  My vet, nor the vet I consulted with at UC Davis, thinks
the mirtaziprine was the major cause, though they did admit that it might be
what triggered the grand mal, and the later, smaller seizure.  So, to be on
the safe side, she has been on phenobarbitol for about a month now, with no
further seizures (my wife is home with our 3 month old baby, so she would
know).  The first three weeks on it were rough--sluggish, lots of sleeping,
and incoordinated with weakness in her hind legs.  (Cat, not the wife, for
those of you still reading!)  As of now, she is pretty much back to normal,
with just a little residual weakness.  Nowhere near where it was, though.
 
At present, still getting interferon every day, reloaded her with LTCI
weekly for three weeks, and now moving back to what had become the sweet
spot of every 2 weeks (next shot is this Saturday) and hoping for the best.
When we next test her blood in a few weeks, we might see if we can screen
for toxoplasmosis and cryptococcus (I know I misspelled this!) but didn't
have the cash to do it the first time around.  Another possibility is that
she might have been exposed to insecticide, as we had the outside of our
home sprayed for wasps a month or so ago.  The day of the first "incident"
it had rained, and she was sitting for most of the day at the screen door
looking out into the yard.  She was sitting over the door jam (but still
behind the screen, mere inches from an area that had been heavily sprayed,
as it was a problem area, and the recent rain could have easily washed some
of the toxins through the screen for her to breathe or even lick.  
 
Could have gotten to her paws, and she could have licked them--I don't know.
Other possibilities are of course, a brain tumor, the FELV crossing the
blood brain barrier, lymphoma of the gut that had metastatized (probably
misspelled this one too) into her brain but avoided the lungs and hasn't
swelled up her lymph nodes enough that the vet can feel, or the
aforementioned poisoning, crypto, and toxoplasmosis.   Our other cat, who
has lived with us for five years (and is FELV negative but vaccinated) was a
cat that settled on the front porch of the house we had just moved into.
So, it is possible he brought it in, but her immune system was strong enough
to deal with it for 5 years.
 
At this point, Aggie seems happy, weight is alright, appetite is good, and
her zest for life is apparent.  She doesn't mind being around the baby at
all, and we are trying to make every day a party for as long as we have her.
She is the protypical cat, in that she is alternatingly spunky, sweet, and
antisocial and loves to chase my wife's hair clips all over the house.
She'll ignore almost every other toy, but not those hair bands.
 
Our FELV negative boy--Crookshanks, is the sweetest animal known to
humanity.  He loves the baby, and (supervised of course) will sit with her
and occasionally nuzzle her feet.  He will sit on the couch above me as I
hold the baby, and groom my head with his tongue.  He does the same to my
wife, if he isn't in her lap.  He would love to groom the baby too, but that
is a bit much!   
 
So-that is one long introduction!  In all likelihood, we are on the downhill
slope of our time together, but who knows-she is a spunky girl and we've
been lucky to have her for so long.  I'll keep you posted as we go through
the rest of our journey together.  Even though we never met, all of you have
given me so much hope and inspiration.  To those of you who have lost cats,
my deepest condolences--and know that I will continue to send good thoughts
and purrayers, as Alice likes to say, your way.  
 
Peace,
Andy
  
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Re: [Felvtalk] Another Murphy relapse-now URI

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Never tired of hearing about you and Murphy.  What a spunky little guy...and 
what a loving caretaker!  Best of luck with this latest ick.  Purrrayers coming 
your way.



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From: "Alice Flowers" 
To: "felvtalk@felineleukemia.org" 
Sent: Sun, 10 Oct 2010 13:41:23 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Another Murphy relapse-now URI

Another Murphy relapse...poor boy is all congested and sneezy with a URI, he 
began with light sneezing earlier this week, I gave him a PennG shot Friday 
night because he had sneezed so much that he was getting bloody droplets. Now 
he's really getting plugged up. I called the vet to see about reducing his 
prednisolone dose because steroids suppress the immune system. He's been on 
Lasix and Pred for 3 weeks since his diagnosis of Lymphoma. We are cutting him 
down to 1/2 from 5mg 2x a day to once a day. I have put some L-Lysine powder 
into gel caps because he will not eat it in his food nor eat the very expensive 
Lysine treats we tried in the past. Seems the Lysine is supposed to help keep 
the herpes virus (viruses in general) from replicating. This flares up every 
time his immune system is low and he ends up with upper respiratory problems. I 
know he's not feeling well because I've waken up with him snuggled with me on 
the bed for the last 2 mornings. He normally doesn't get on the bed, he likes 
to 
sleep by the open slider screen door. I am still optimistic because his 
breathing is still better, hopefully the fluid is still gone from his chest 
area, he was in for his check up a week ago and the vet was impressed with how 
clear his lungs sounded. Maybe he picked up a bug from the exam room-he was 
wandering on the floor, my fault for letting him move around. He's such a 
people 
person, he likes all the people at the vet clinic and wants to see what they 
are 
doing. I hope the Lysine helps soon. They said if he's still congested, we can 
try a mild Afrin nasal decongestant. He's not that bad yet, I don't think, just 
somewhat depressed. Not eating as much, but still eating the AD and all the 
gravy from the fancy feast plus some dry food. I know some may be tired of 
hearing about Murphy, but I think it may help to keep hope alive, he keeps 
bouncing back since the end of July when he became so anemic that by the first 
of August I had to syringe feed him for a few days. He is on Procrit now just 
once a week instead of 3x a week. Please, purrayers help!! Alice
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Re: [Felvtalk] Aristotle Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Sherry, so very sorry to learn of the passing of your sweet Aristotle.  You
do so much for these sweet babies.  We will light a candle to guide him home
tonight in SoCal.  Hugs to you,  Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaan
Sent: Sunday, October 03, 2010 7:41 PM
To: Felvtalk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Aristotle Please add to the CLS :(

We lost another sweet Sids kid today to this awful disease.Stotles was a
sweet quiet boy who had a beautiful purr.You will be missed my furry friend.
:(
Sherry


"We who choose to surround ourselves with lives more temporary
than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"


  
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Re: [Felvtalk] Murphy's little comeback-he definitely has 9 lives!!

[Sara Kasteleyn]

AliceI'm thrilled for you.  I've been concerned...things didn't look too
good not so long ago.  Congratulations!

Sara

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Alice Flowers
Sent: Friday, October 01, 2010 1:13 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Murphy's little comeback-he definitely has 9 lives!!

  We just got back from Murphy's vet check. The end of July, he was
crashing 
with anemia-(in office PCV 18) HCT 22.3  RBC 3.5   HGB 5.1 even his Absolute

Reticulocyte count was 35200 and the lab notation said a count of over 5
was 
evidence of regenerative anemia-which he was below that level. Our vet had
us 
give him Procrit 3x a week, Doxy, Cypro and an iron supplement. He was
getting 
Interferon 2x a day and we bumped the LTCI to every 2 weeks. He rebounded
from 
that-in 2 months he went to HCT 38.7  RBC  6.48  HGB 11.6.
   Then 2 weeks ago he seemed to be breathing really fast-I took him in
and 
his lung sounds were raspy and an ultrasound showed lots of fluid pockets,
so 
much that she couldn't see his heart or lungs-she suspected Lymphoma-sent us

home with Lasix and Prednisolone to add to his meds 2x a day, lowered the 
Procrit to 2x a week and we bumped his LTCI to once a week. Dawn on this
list 
said Rutin helped-I immediately went to the health food store and bought the

tablets and a pill grinder and put the powder into #3 gel caps and gave him
2 a 
day.  She thought that he may not make 2 weeks judging by the fluid and how
much 
trouble he was having with his fast breathing-it's 2 weeks today and his
lung 
sounds are good-the fluid is 99.5% gone!!! His gums are still nice and pink.
We 
did not do a CBC, but the in office PCV was 36!! I told her about the Rutin
and 
she was impressed (thank you Dawn!!!) and said that they had used it for
other 
conditions, but didn't think of using it on FeLV cats-now she will!! We will

stay on the same meds for now but drop the Procrit to only once a week since
he 
seems to be regenerating now.
I am so grateful for this list and all of the selfless people out there 
trying to give these kitties a good life, no matter how short. I have
learned so 
much from all of you and I am no longer afraid to ask my vet questions and
to do 
what I feel is good for my babies. We are all in a limbo trying keep our
cats 
healthy and happy. This disease is horrible-we lost the 4 brothers a year 
agoI was not ready to lose Murphy-he is such a happy and silly cat-he's
a 
poly with 3 thumbs-he goes click click when trotting down the hallway and
acts 
more like a puppy than a cat. He's not a lap cat, but is right there and
likes 
to lay nearby and reach out and keep a paw on you-just likes to touch. He
and 
Rosie automatically come into the kitchen morning and night and wait for
their 
meds-she is just on Interferon and LTCI monthly-her HCT was 44.7 a few weeks

ago. Our vet said to come back in a month for CBCs!! Purrayers and positive 
thoughts-at least today.Alice and the furry cats that own us!!
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Re: [Felvtalk] Trying to do the right thing for Avis who is FeLV+

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Brian, it would help us know where you are located.



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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Brian Joslin
Sent: Friday, October 01, 2010 10:16 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Trying to do the right thing for Avis who is FeLV+

I am a new member to the FeLV talk site, so please pardon me if I am not
following the correct protocol.
We found the cat on our doorstep. My daughter found him there when she came
home from the high school homecoming football game Friday night.  It was
starving, and she could not let is suffer. She took it into our garage and
fed it. I told her we could let it stay in there the night, but explained to
her cats wander, and we need to let it go in the morning to see if it would
find its way home. Well, it obviously had no place to go and spent the
entire day in our bushes. That evening, it was crying at our front door to
come in the house, so we decided to put him up in the garage and give him
some food(that poor thing was starving to death). We thought possibly it had
a micro chip, so we opted to take it to the vet (he had no chip). We had him
vaccinated with all his shots, tested for disease, worms, parasites, ticks,
etc (yes, we invested a few bucks...). He is a completely healthy +/- 1 year
old with one exception; is has is it tested positive for stage 1 FeLV. The
vet gave it some sort of immunization and was optimistic it could test neg
when re-tested again, and did not recommend putting him down.

Our problem is we really cannot keep it long term. I've posted signs in the
neighborhood, went door to door, contacted I can't tell you how many
different rescue services, organizations, and people. Our guess was he was
dumped in our neighborhood. I know that if we call our local animal control
(MADACC), having tested positive for FeLV, they will put him down
immediately. He is still a healthy young cat, and he deserves a chance at
life.

He is an extremely friendly cat that likes to sit in your lap. It has no
fear whatsoever of our dog, does not even raise a cackle.  He wants to come
in the house so bad, and it is tough to sit and listen to him cry to come
in. But, we feel staying in the garage is better than the bushes, or
euthanization. 
Please, I need help. This is tearing me and my family apart inside. If you
anyone who can/would like a loving cat, please let me know.

Brian J


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Re: [Felvtalk] My cat Cheshire crossing over

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Claudia, I'm so sorry for your loss.  You have done everything you can to
restore her health and to make her as comfortable as you could.  Sometimes,
we just have to take comfort in that, even though your heart aches terribly
from your loss.  You didn't do anything to hasten her transition, and she
surely is thankful for your love and devotion.  Bless you for caring so
much.

We will light a candle in Southern California tonight in her memory...also
for your healing.  

Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Claudia Veiga
Sent: Monday, September 27, 2010 2:41 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] My cat Cheshire crossing over

My sweet, beautiful little Cheshire crossed the rainbow bridge last
Wednesday 
night.  She had only been sick for less than 10 days.  She was on
antibiotics 
and some pred for 10 days for gum problems.  I was going to schedule her
for a 
cleaning in a few weeks, but her health seemed to decline a few days after 
that.  She started hiding under the bed, and not eating, when seh came out,
I 
saw a growth on her throat area, adn took her to the vet.  They weren't sure
if 
it was a abcess or worse. I took her back seveveral times over the course of
6 
days, she had to be given fluids through IV, and I syringe fed her.  I've
never 
been through anything like this before.  I was praying for her.  On
wednesday 
they told me they couldn't do surgery to remove the cyst 'cause she was so 
anemic and her blood count was so low, it looked like she had leukemia.  The

only thing to do was bring her home or try to get her more help at the vet 
hospial where they have cancer specialists for a transfusion.  I brought her

there.  They had an extensive list of treatment for her, and costs.  It was 
stressful.  


I gave them permission for treatment and a deposit before they could do 
anything.  They told me she started to go into distress when put in the
Oxygen 
tank and tube, I wanted them to do whatver they could to help her, and
Cheshire 
blinked at me when I was in the room with her right next to her.  She wasn't

really blinking before that as whe had a tube in her mouth that was helping
her 
breath.    

This was so painful for me.  Her heart gave out, and that's how she went.  I

don't know if anyone on here has been through anything like this, but I've 
wondered if by brining her to that hospital and trhing to get here more help
to 
stabilize her for a transfusion caused her more distresss that lead to her 
passing?  I've talked to the doctors who told me no, that didn't do it, she
was 
just very sick,a nd even if i'd brought her home, she would haev
onyl survived a 
few days or 24 hours.  I even had jsut bought the Mega C plus which I had
heard 
good things about reversing felv.  

I told her how much I love her and she knows that until I see her again.


  


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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add Charlie to the CLS list

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Oh Beth.so sorry to read this.  Charlie will be revving up that lovely
purr with the rest of our dear ones at the Bridge.  We will light a candle
for your sweet Charlie tonight.  

Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Beth
Sent: Wednesday, September 15, 2010 10:47 AM
To: FeLV Talk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add Charlie to the CLS list

Charlie was a little Flame Pt. Siamese mix kitten with Medium super soft
hair. He was a joy to have around & purred constantly. Charlie
 lost his battle with FeLV this morning. He had been going down hill for
 a week or so, but had a good night last night where his rescue mom got 
to visit & he ate almost a whole jar of baby food. This morning, 
however, he hardly ate anything, even with an appetite stimulant. His 
3rd eyelids were up & he would have to rest after walking only a few
 feet. He was not in my life for long, but he made a big 
impression on me & his rescue mom. We love you little boy!You can see pics
of Charlie on the FeLV Cats FD page at: http://tinyurl.com/27gdqas

Beth
Dont Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org   


  
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Re: [Felvtalk] Spud and Princess Jellee Please add to the CLS :( :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Two candles will be burning brightly to light their way tonight in Southern
California.  Sherry, so sorry for your loss, and so happy for them they got
to know your love.

Sara

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaan
Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 6:08 AM
To: Felvtalk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Spud and Princess Jellee Please add to the CLS :( :(

Another hard hit for us at Sids yesterday.
Princess Jellee came to us back in May after losing her home due to her dad
remarrying and moving in with un cat friendly dogs,this after losing her
human mom 5 years ago. The second I saw this beautiful ladys face I fell in
love with her and my heart broke for her losing SO much.But my heart is
happy to have loved her for the too short of time we had her at Sids.I will
ALWAYS love you Bug.
Spud was a magnificent cat with the cutest head tilt.He had the chance of a
home before he left this world,but ghe NEVER left our hearts at Sids. Spuddy
buddy was a great boy.I love you Spud. :(
Sherry


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than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"


  
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Re: [Felvtalk] please add Tiger to the CLS

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Oh Laura.I'm so sorry you've lost this precious boy.  Please don't blame
yourself.  He's known such love and he loved you enough to eat and purr and
purr when you were with him.  

We will light a candle in Tiger's honor tonightand in yours.  

Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of LauraM
Sent: Thursday, September 02, 2010 1:57 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] please add Tiger to the CLS

Tiger didn't have FeLV, but he passed away last night, much too soon. He was
thirteen. I'd had him for three years.  He was always a gentleman & a
loving, sweet boy. Three weeks ago we went to the vet. Something was wrong;
he was sluggish and not eating well. It turns out he had a large abcess in
his throat. The abcess was lanced, a whole lot of dead tissue was removed,
we were sent home with antibiotics and everyone thought things would be
fine. They weren't - there was a second vet visit last Monday, the abcess
was drained again & he was given more fluids. Tiger was hospitalized this
Monday. The abcess wouldn't clear up, and even though he was given a
stronger antibiotic he just couldn't fight the infection. I visited him
yesterday and he ate for me and purred and purred. I didn't want to get my
hopes up too high, but I still wasn't expecting my vet to call this morning
& give me the news that he'd died. I thought maybe we had a little bit of a
 chance. It turns out that Tiger had a hole in his esophagus; he must have
ingested something that cut him. I would give anything to have him back with
me.
I wish I had taken him in sooner. He'd been quiet this summer, and not
sleeping with me at night like he normally did, but everybody was quiet this
summer because the house was so warm. Nobody else was snuggling with me on
the bed either. I didn't pick up on the little signs that he wasn't feeling
well. If I had, he might still be alive today.
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Re: [Felvtalk] Abagail and Rani

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Thanks so much.  We are numb from the whole experience.  My deepest respect for 
those who continue to open their hearts and homes to infected precious kitties 
knowing what they know about this disease.  Hugs to you right back.  Sara

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Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Abagail and Rani

Sara I am so sorry for your loss...this disease causes so much pain :( Hugs to 
you
Sherry
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Date: Sun, 29 Aug 2010 15:53:56 
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Subject: [Felvtalk] Abagail and Rani

Was so sorry to read about Abagail, Sherry. Our little Rani lost her battle as 
well on Friday afternoon. She was only 16 months old, and now joins her Bengal 
brother Taj who we lost in June, as well as ALL our other brave little ones at 
the Bridge. 

We are so very sad.

Sara

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[Felvtalk] Abagail and Rani

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Was so sorry to read about Abagail, Sherry. Our little Rani lost her battle as 
well on Friday afternoon.  She was only 16 months old, and now joins her Bengal 
brother Taj who we lost in June, as well as ALL our other brave little ones at 
the Bridge.  

We are so very sad.

Sara

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Re: [Felvtalk] URGENT: help needed re: info on transfusions/epogen, etc

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Just another two cents to addwe had very good luck with two transfusions
of typed blood on our kitty several years ago.  She didn't have FeLV issues.

Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of gary
Sent: Tuesday, August 24, 2010 4:07 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] URGENT: help needed re: info on
transfusions/epogen,etc

Usually, a transfusion with un-typed blood can be done once, but there is a 
risk.  If the blood is typed and a matching blood used, the risk is very 
slight.

Gary

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Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] URGENT: help needed re: info on transfusions/epogen,

etc

>
> I  always caution people about transfusions based on my own experience. 
> Our kitten needed a transfusion due to her levels being so low which she 
> did get. After the transfusion she perked up and seemed like she was 
> getting better however an hour and half after she started to crash. Three 
> hours later she was dead. The vet said that cats can have a bad reaction 
> to the transfusion and in essence 'reject' the new blood. I wasn't aware 
> if this before hand. I would have rather had a few more days with her 
> rather than be blindsided by her death by transfusionif she was going 
> to die anyway.
>
> Hopefully someone can give some helpful suggestions - I just know that 
> transfusions, depending on the circumstances aren't always the best 
> answer. I know too that we tried procrit but that took too long to have 
> any effect and ultimately was pointless.
>
> Prayers for Josie...
>
> 

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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add Theo to CLC list

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Heather, at least Theo knows what it is to be loved and safe.  So sorry to
know you had to let him go.  A candle will burn in SoCal tonight to light
the way for this precious little one.  Sara


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Sent: Tuesday, August 24, 2010 3:24 PM
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Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add Theo to CLC list

This sweet little orange baby was found starving in a ditch at a  few weeks
old.  We got him as well as we could but he never managed to be symptom
free.  We gave him lots of love and hopefully made his short life better.
 He succumbed to his illness today at only five months old.  It's amazing
how much they touch your hearts in such a short time.
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Re: [Felvtalk] Lymphoma/Brain Inflammation, etc.

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Tracey, I am so sorry to hear this.  Each of us needs to make our own
decisions about this, so I'll share our story.

Last July (2009), my husband and I adopted two beautiful Bengal kittens,
brother and sister.  They were extremely unsocialized, so we worked with
them for several months before they would let us handle them at all.  When
they reached six months of age, we took them in to be spayed/neutered, and
at that time it was discovered that they were both FeLV+.  One of the first
things I did was to search for this list and thank heaven, you all are here.

Taj, the male and 18 months old, started having difficulty breathing in
mid-July 2010.  We took him into the vet for tests, and discovered a massive
tumor pressing into his lungs.  We were give the option of chemo and other
treatments, but opted to let him go, as he was in obvious distress.

Several weeks later, we took his sister Rani in for an exam.  I had felt a
lump in her lower abdomen, and although she was showing no signs of weight
loss or a decline in appetite or energy level at that time, we wanted to
check it out as quickly as possible.  She also has developed lymphoma, this
time affecting her kidneys.  They are about 1.5 times the size they should
be.  Again, we were offered the option of chemo, but decided to go with
palliative care.  She has been on 5mg of pred twice a day for three weeks
now.  It is likely this sweet girl will join all our other precious babies
at the Bridge very soon.  Given the FeLV+ status, we can't justify putting
her through the trauma.  We had taken another cat (no FeLV issues) through
chemo for a stomach tumor several years ago, and it took such a toll on her,
on us, on our financeswe bought her perhaps 6 months of diminished
quality of life.  In retrospect, we did it for ourselves, and not for her.

I do know that some cats respond very well to chemo, so please be open to
others' advice on this issue.  It's just that our experience has not been so
positive, and you're climbing a pretty big hill with the FeLV+ issues.
There are so many on this list that will know specific questions to ask
regarding the specifics of her blood work and other chemical levels that
might work in Vixen's favor.  I hope so.  I'm also happy for her that she's
had 10 years, hopefully most of them with you.

My heart goes out to you as you face this difficult decision,  Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Tracy Weese
Sent: Monday, August 23, 2010 3:10 PM
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Subject: [Felvtalk] Lymphoma/Brain Inflammation, etc.


My 10+ yo cat, Vixen, now has FeLV+ spinal fluid and brain inflammation
which is causing head bobbing and weakness/uncoordination in the back legs.
The most likely scenario is now lymphoma.  She has always been very robust
and healthy (and pink) even though being diagnosed with FeLV as a kitten.

Now, this.

She is still eating good although she has lost a little weight -- she still
likes to be around me and the other cats, but...  I have an apptmt with the
oncologist next week, and just don't know whether to treat or to do simply
pallative care.  I know cats can respond well to chemo, but my other cancer
cats did not have FeLV.  So I was looking for any ideas, suggestions, etc.,
that folks might have.

She is still on some antibiotics while we wait for final reports on several
infectious diseases but the prelim reports have showed no infectious
diseases.  She is also taking an anti-inflammatory dose of pred.



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Re: [Felvtalk] Wolfie - Please add to CLS

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Amy, I hate to see this news.  You've been such a loving, caring guardian to
this boy, trying everything you can to help him be healthy and well.  When
all our efforts fail, we must simply let go.  I am so very sorry for your
loss.  There will be a candle burning brightly in SoCal tonight for Wolfie,
and for you.  Bless you,  Sara

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Amy
Sent: Monday, August 23, 2010 12:31 PM
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Subject: [Felvtalk] Wolfie - Please add to CLS

Wolfie left us today after a long battle with leukemia.  I took him in 6
years ago after he was found in a pole barn and was going to be put to sleep
after testing positive.  I still remember going to see him for the first
time.  He had cuts under his eyes and looked so sad.  I couldn't possibly
resist even though my husband is horribly allergic to cats.  Wolfie thrived
in our home and was a joy to live with for the past 6 years.  The horrible
sores under his eyes went away and he grew to be one of my biggest boys.  He
was always a momma's boy and spent hours and hours on my chest purring and
kneading daily.  Even when I was pregnant, he spent every night on my belly.
He was the most opinionated cat I've ever had and he insisted on his way at
all times but it was an honor to know him.  

He was diagnosed with non-regenerative anemia on my b-day last year and has
graced me with almost another year to enjoy him.  I'm so grateful for that
time with him.  He has fought for the last year with such strength, courage
and amazing determination.  However, he decided today was the end of the
fight.  I wouldn't expect anything less from him.  My favorite number is 23
(hence my e-mail address awilkins23) and while it's a sad day, I'm glad that
I will think of Wolfie with wonderful memories every time I see that number.

Thanks for all the advice and support that I've been given while trying to
help Wolfie beat this disease.

Amy


  

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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add grey and white kitten to the CLS list

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Karen, I think you're a saint.  And so many on this list are.We lit her way 
last night, and will do it again tonight as Lovey.  Bless you. Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Karen Griffith" 
To: 
Sent: Wed, 18 Aug 2010 03:27:34 -0400
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Please add grey and white kitten to the CLS list

All of your messages touched my heart and brought tears, as I see that there 
are so many other caring, loving people out there.

I buried her and put the name 'Lovey' (as I had never had a cat named that) 
in marker on plastic over her before I filled her grave...Thanks, she 
deserved a name. 'Edith' my 18 year old grey and tan calico sat along side 
as I buried her. (She had come up on the porch when I found the kitten and 
was keeping her company until I found her.)

Please don't condemn anyone for this kitten's situation, because someone 
cared enough to bring her to me to try to help her. We live in a rural area 
that has hit 17.9% unemployment in this economy and has over a 30% poverty 
rate. I do a lot of free emergency work for horses, cats, and dogs and 
whoever it was at least knew that I would try to save her. I just wish they 
would have brought her sooner or left me a note telling me how and when the 
trauma to her head had occurred (animal attack, vehicle, abuse, etc.) It 
would have given me an advantage in successful treatment.

Again, thank you all so much for your kind words (they eased my pain) and 
caring so deeply for the wellbeing of the animals.

My sincere thanks,

Karen



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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add grey and white kitten to the CLS list

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Beautiful tribute, Mike.  With tears, Sara


--Original Mail--
From: "Mike Finch" 
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Sent: Tue, 17 Aug 2010 07:02:44 -0700 PDT
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Please add grey and white kitten to the CLS list

Karen,

This story broke my heart, as I'm sure it will with everyone who reads it. 
Besides the joy in my heart knowing of your loving care for her, and that she 
knew that love before her life was extinguished, it gives me even more comfort 
knowing in my heart that God has reserved a very just and absolute punishment 
for the person who committed this act of cruelty, if that was in fact what it 
was. If it was a vehicle, then that is the unfortunate harsh reality of stray 
animals, but certainly no less devastating. God is smiling having witnessed 
your act of love and kindness. I'm smiling too. :)

Mike




From: Karen Griffith 
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Sent: Tue, August 17, 2010 12:40:16 AM
Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add grey and white kitten to the CLS list

I received the most beautiful kitten on my doorstep this early morning. She was 
a medium haired spotted girl. Please help me give her a name as she died on my 
lap after all efforts failed within 2 hours of her arrival. Her right eye was 
out of the socket and she had obviously received a tremendous blow. There was 
tremendous swelling to the right side of her head (this had not happened 
recently-I feel that the eye had popped from the socket from the cranial 
swelling). Believe it or not, she was semi-alert and loving, and cried for 
help. Ice packs were applied to reduce the swelling to the brain, and ALL of 
the usual veterinary trauma techniques were used in an attempt to save her. No 
kitten should die like this. Please light a candle for her as if she had been 
with a loving person for all of her brief life. I can never get the look of 
love 
and hope she gave me during her treatment from my mind.

Please, please light a candle to light her tiny way.

Karen

- Original Message - From: "Alice Flowers" 
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Sent: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 12:00 AM
Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add Rocket to the CLS 6/06 - 8/10


> Sharyl-thank you for sharing with us-I believe a little bit of all of our 
>babies
> remain with us if we can share the memories. To know they were so very loved.
> You are lucky to have had her for the 4 years, fairly free of illness-I envy
> you. I only pray that we will have a few more good years with ours. Bless you
> for opening your home and heart to these little waifs. It is so hard to let
> go-the hole they leave in your heart. Purrayers for Rocket's quick journey to
> play with her family and all of our kitties. Alice
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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add grey and white kitten to the CLS list

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Oh Bless you, bless you, bless you.  Karen...this breaks my heart.   I ssee 
others have posted, so perhaps you have given her a name.  If not, I will light 
a candle for this Angel tonight here in SoCal.  Sara

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To: 
Sent: Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:40:16 -0400
Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add grey and white kitten to the CLS list

I received the most beautiful kitten on my doorstep this early morning. She 
was a medium haired spotted girl. Please help me give her a name as she 
died on my lap after all efforts failed within 2 hours of her arrival. Her 
right eye was out of the socket and she had obviously received a tremendous 
blow. There was tremendous swelling to the right side of her head (this had 
not happened recently-I feel that the eye had popped from the socket from 
the cranial swelling). Believe it or not, she was semi-alert and loving, 
and cried for help. Ice packs were applied to reduce the swelling to the 
brain, and ALL of the usual veterinary trauma techniques were used in an 
attempt to save her. No kitten should die like this. Please light a candle 
for her as if she had been with a loving person for all of her brief life. 
I can never get the look of love and hope she gave me during her treatment 
from my mind.

Please, please light a candle to light her tiny way.

Karen

- Original Message - 
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To: 
Sent: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 12:00 AM
Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add Rocket to the CLS 6/06 - 8/10


> Sharyl-thank you for sharing with us-I believe a little bit of all of our 
> babies
> remain with us if we can share the memories. To know they were so very 
> loved.
> You are lucky to have had her for the 4 years, fairly free of illness-I 
> envy
> you. I only pray that we will have a few more good years with ours. Bless 
> you
> for opening your home and heart to these little waifs. It is so hard to 
> let
> go-the hole they leave in your heart. Purrayers for Rocket's quick journey 
> to
> play with her family and all of our kitties. Alice
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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add Rocket to the CLS 6/06 - 8/10

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Hi Sharyl,  Lovely tribute to your dear Rocket, and we'll light her way to
the bridge with a candle tonight here in SoCal.  So very sorry for you, but
happy Rocket was able to be loved and cared for by you.  Sara



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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sharyl
Sent: Monday, August 16, 2010 1:48 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add Rocket to the CLS 6/06 - 8/10

Rocket had a bad week. She had gotten another Immunoreglin shot last Monday.
It didn't seem to help her at all. She just wasn't interested in eating
except for a little kibble. I tried several times to syringe feed her but
she got so upset. She would start panting like she couldn't catch her
breath. We were to go back to the vet today. This morning she wasn't able to
walk very well and was having problems breathing.

So we made that final trip to the vet. Thankfully my dear neighbor drove us.
Rocket normally starts with heavy breathing when we go to the vet. This
morning  was worse than normal. She had a small seizure as we were entering
the vet's office and died there in my arms. Her little heart just gave up.
I'm sure she had some type of tumor. Wasn't anemia like Sissy.

She was such a good girl. Never a big love bug but enjoyed playing with the
feather toy and loved her treats. Even this last week she was rubbing my leg
as I was preparing the food plates. Another reason it was so heartbreaking
when she wouldn't eat.

Rocket is my last FeLV baby. I do feel fortunate to have had her for almost
4 yrs. I 1st met her at the dumpsters July '06. She was one of 5 kittens
that would come running when I showed up with food. Spooky vanished but over
time I was able to trap Rocket, Sissy, Daisy and Mae. Rocket and Sissy
became house kitties. Daisy and Mae were much older when I trapped them and
became garage kitties. Now Daisy's babies and these four are gone. Leaves a
big hole in my heart. At least she had a good life and wasn't sick until
these last few weeks.

By sharing her story I am trying to celebrate her life and encourage others
to love their companions each and every day.

Sharyl




  

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Re: [Felvtalk] Murphy is improving!!

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Alice, it makes me happy to know that Murphy is improving.  Thanks for the
updates and continued good luck to you all.

Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Alice Flowers
Sent: Sunday, August 15, 2010 8:15 PM
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Subject: [Felvtalk] Murphy is improving!!

It is one day at a time-the roller coaster is going up this week. Last
Sunday 
evening I thought he would not make it through the night. I had spent the 
weekend hand feeding and watering him with a syringe-he spent most of the
time 
stretched out on the bed. We went ahead and gave him the Procrit (Epogen)
and 
LTCI shot-I put them in one syringe so I would only have to give him one
shot. 
He didn't even flinch. I thought he'd be gone by morning. I woke up at 5:30
to 
get ready for work and I didn't see him on the bed-I went to the kitchen and
saw 
both he and Rosie sitting at the open slider door screen (it was a nice cool

evening-we left it open) watching the birds at the feeders!! He came
trotting 
over complaining about breakfast-got his meds and ate a decent amount of wet
and 
a few morsels of dry. He slowly improved over the week and we had a vet appt
on 
Friday (8/13). They did an in house PCV, but it was 19-I think the last time
he 
may have been dehydrated-it was 27-28 and the time before it was 18.5
(7/23). 
She was happy with the pinkness of his gums-not real pink, but not that
death 
white color we dread.  His fever was gone, back down to 100.5 from 104.7 the

week before. She suspected he had a herpes virus-he developed a little
lesion on 
the top of his nose that has healed. Luckily we picked up our LTCI order
that 
day-she said she wanted to keep him on it weekly for now until his numbers
get 
back up. I will never try and space the LTCI 8-10 weeks apart. That is when
he 
crashed with this anemia. Luckily his last CBC on 8/7 stated that the
Absolute 
Reticulocyte count of 70610 shows that it is so far a regenerative anemia. I

have the higher calorie wet food from the vet and he really likes it. We are

taking it a day at a time, but he is perking up-he still sleeps alot-but in
his 
usual spots near the desk and he is wanting to stay near us. He isn't up to 
leaping for the top of the bookcase yet. When I woke up this morning, he was

jabbering at me, lying between the pillows and watching the young pheasants 
eating spilled birdseed from the feeders through the low bedroom window at
the 
head of the bed. We watched the birds for awhile, then I got up-he raced to
the 
kitchen ahead of me, wanting his breakfast! He got his pills and a good 
breakfast. I don't know what tomorrow will bring, but today is a good day.
He is 
to stay on the Procrit 3x a week, doxy 2x a day, interferon 2x a day, LTCI
once 
a week, and iron capsules once a day. We will give one more PennG shot for
good 
measure-they last 5 days. I am grateful for your purrayers-I do believe they

help immensely! I am lucky to have such kind vets-they take us at a moments 
notice. I think it helps to have a cat only practice to go to, (Sacramento
Cat 
Hospital) plus they are open minded and progressive-they did not hesitate
when I 
asked them to order the Imulan after they read up on it.  This is a hard
journey 
we are all on, we lost the 4 brothers last year despite trying the
transfusion 
and other meds. It helps to have people who understand-sometimes even family

members look at us like we are insane-LOL   Alice and Glenn - owned by Sweet

Rosie and Mr Murphy! 
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Re: [Felvtalk] LTCI Rumor

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Hi Alice, I've not heard anything about this,and we have used it for our little 
one.  We have one dose left, so are on the verge of asking our vet to re-order. 
 Will pass along what we find.  Thanks for the heads-up.  Sara

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Sent: Sat, 7 Aug 2010 10:18:36 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] LTCI Rumor

I am hearing that after Sept or so, the new distributors of the LTCI will only 
sell 10 packs-this is going to make it very difficult for most of us to 
afford-plus the price went up. I think they are wanting the veterinarians to 
carry the product in stock-but I am thinking most won't - Like my vet...I 
researched and found the product and begged them to order it for me. Has anyone 
else heard anything about this??
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Re: [Felvtalk] Murphy Update-doing better!

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Wow...is it ever good to read about a happy turn of events!  This is great 
news.  So happy for you.  

Sara

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Sent: Sun, 1 Aug 2010 12:30:53 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Murphy Update-doing better!

A week ago I thought it was over because he was so lethargic and anemic-the vet 
visit on 7/23 showed on the in-office test a PCV 18.5% and TP 4.2 (I'm not 
totally sure what the TP is). His gums were pale, almost white and he was 
barely 
eating-it comes on so fast. We started him on Procrit 3 injections a week, doxy 
2x a day and an iron supplement capsule 1x a day. Interferon 2x a day. We also 
gave both he and Rosie their LTCI injection-it was 4 weeks from the last one. 
His lab CBC came back with RBC 3.52 HGB 5.1 and HCT 22.5 Lymphocytes 5. He has 
also lost a little over a pound since January, but isn't thin. A week later on 
7/29 we took him in for an in-office test (Thursday) his PCV 23% and TP 5.0-he 
is acting like his old self again-racing me into the kitchen, standing on his 
hind legs and grabbing the cabinet door with his huge paws and banging the door 
until he gets a treat! He is back to jumping to the top of the bookcase in the 
spare room-the eagle is back! He is still resting more than usual-but isn't 
wiped out like before-if he hears something interesting, he just has to see 
what 
it is-Mr Nosy! I am hopeful that he continues to improve-I don't know what 
triggers the anemia, in January his HCT 39.5 HGB 14.4 and RBC 10.85. He is so 
good natured-you can give him his shot and pills and he still follows like a 
puppy and never gets difficult to doctor. Alice and Glenn humans owned by 
Murphy and Rosie!
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Re: [Felvtalk] Restricting cat from stairs

[Sara Kasteleyn]

First of all, kudos to you for being so careful with him.  This can't be
easy for you and from your posts here, I know you've been exploring many
options to assist Wolfie.

Others may have conflicting opinions, but I'm thinking Wolfie will tell you
when he longer feels comfortable on the stairs.  There's no need for him to
use them if he doesn't feel confident, as you've made everything available
to him on one level if he needs to stay on one level.  My two cents!
Sara


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Sent: Friday, July 23, 2010 11:27 AM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Restricting cat from stairs

Wondering if people would offer an opinion.  My cat, Wolfie, has rear leg
weakness that is getting progressively worse.  He's been seen by numerous
vets and it's not going to get any better.  I'm guessing the leukemia is
finally getting the best of him.  


Anyway, I'm just wondering how much I should let him do.  Initially my vet
said not to restrict him, that letting him use the muscles was good for
them.  He is now starting to stumble or sit more often.  He doesn't totally
fall over or anything, just gets a bit wobbly or sits down.  If he's on
linoleum, he has much less control of his legs.  He is still jumping up and
down on my bed, eating, purring, laying on my chest, going up and down
stairs, etc.  I don't want him to get hurt and him doing the stairs makes me
so nervous.  On the other hand, I don't want to restrict him out of fear.  I
talked to the receptionist at the vet and she said if it was her cat, the
stairs would be off limits.  This will be so tough because I have 3 other
cats, 1 very shy one that hides in the basement and only comes out when my
son is sleeping.  I would have to force her to stay in the basement or out
of the basement (as opposed to having access to the cat door in the
 basement door).  The last thing I want is to see Wolfie get hurt but I
can't seem to think that if he gets to a point where he can't do the stairs,
he will stop doing them.  Is that foolish?  He is such an opinionated,
strong-willed cat and I know he will not be pleased if I restrict him in any
fashion.

Oh and he doesn't have to do any stairs.  He has food, water, and litter on
all floors.  He just chooses to.

Thoughts?

Thanks
Amy


  

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Re: [Felvtalk] Felvtalk Digest, Vol 25, Issue 21

[Sara Kasteleyn]

So sorry, Rachel.  Will say a prayer and light a candle for your Nuj
tonight.  This is so sad.  Now there will be four candles lighting the night
for these special little spirits this evening here in SoCal.  Know you are
feeling low.  Sara

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To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Felvtalk Digest, Vol 25, Issue 21

I lost my little Nuj last night.  she was a little fighter, but in the 
end, she was just asking for help in a different way.  She maintained 
her sweetness, cuteness, and definitely her dignity to the very 
end...And she never stopped eating! I skinny little 
piglet...Hemobartonella is so tough on these FeLV kitties, so if you 
sense a change in energy in your babies, or a change in behavior 
(acting tired or depressed), or a yellowing of the skin (especially in 
ears, eyes, mouth, belly, if you can see it), act rather quickly 
because the sooner it is caught and treated, the better fighting chance 
they have.  Nuj is up there playing (and probably fighting and loving 
it) with my little Junie. Please say a prayer for them! Thanks, Rachel


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Today's Topics:

   1. Sharmell, Colin and Holden  Please add to the CLS  :( :( :(
  (Sherry DeHaan)
   2. Re: Sharmell, Colin and Holden Please add to the CLS :( :(
  :( (Sally Davis)
   3. Re: Sharmell, Colin and Holden  Please add to the CLS  :( :(
  :( (Sharyl)
   4. Re: Sharmell, Colin and Holden (Lorrie)
   5. Re: Sharmell, Colin and Holden  Please add to the CLS  :( :(
  :( (Diane Rosenfeldt)
   6. Re: Sharmell, Colin and Holden  Please add to the CLS  :( :(
  :( (Sara Kasteleyn)


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Message: 1
Date: Thu, 22 Jul 2010 18:48:10 -0700 (PDT)
From: Sherry DeHaan 
To: Felvtalk 
Subject: [Felvtalk] Sharmell,   Colin and Holden  Please add to the CLS
:( :( :(
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A very? very sad week for us at Sids.Sharmell we lost July 20 and Colin 
and
Holden we lost today. Very heartbreaking for us volunteers,but even 
more so for
our wonderful Dr. Jen.She puts her heart in soul into these wonderful 
babies,and
then we get to love them and take care of them and let them into our 
hearts.So
every one of them that leaves us takes a piece of my heart with 
them.Colin was
one of my favorites,he was a very shy boy when he came to us just over 
2 years
ago.I won him over with the imfamous Temptations treats.I love you my 
sweet
beautiful Colin.
Sharmell was a feisty black beauty,she spoke her mind and we listened. 
:)
Holden wasa very handsome tiger boy who toughed it out in many ways.He 
had awful
mouth issues but he ALWAYS stayed a sweet boy.
I LOVE YOU and will miss you all very much? :(
Thanks all for being here for me to talk to.
Sherry


"We who choose to surround ourselves with lives more temporary
than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"




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Date: Thu, 22 Jul 2010 22:29:15 -0400
From: Sally Davis 
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Sharmell,   Colin and Holden Please add to the
CLS :( :(   :(
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Hi Sherry

So sorry..thanks for all you and the volunteers do for these very 
special
kitties.

sally

On Thu, Jul 22, 2010 at 9:48 PM, Sherry DeHaan  
wrote:

> A very  very sad week for us at Sids.Sharmell we lost July 20 and 
Colin and
> Holden we lost today. Very heartbreaking for us volunteers,but even 
more so
> for our wonderful Dr. Jen.She puts her heart in soul into these 
wonderful
> babies,and then we get to ive within a fragile circle,easily and often
> breached.
> Unable to accept its awful gaps.
> We still would have it no other way"
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Re: [Felvtalk] Sharmell, Colin and Holden Please add to the CLS :( :( :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

So very sorry Sherry.  What an awful week for you.  Three little candles in 
SoCal tonight for these three special babies.  Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Sherry DeHaan" 
To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Thu, 22 Jul 2010 18:48:10 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Sharmell, Colin and Holden Please add to the CLS :( :( :(

A very  very sad week for us at Sids.Sharmell we lost July 20 and Colin and 
Holden we lost today. Very heartbreaking for us volunteers,but even more so for 
our wonderful Dr. Jen.She puts her heart in soul into these wonderful 
babies,and then we get to love them and take care of them and let them into our 
hearts.So every one of them that leaves us takes a piece of my heart with 
them.Colin was one of my favorites,he was a very shy boy when he came to us 
just over 2 years ago.I won him over with the imfamous Temptations treats.I 
love you my sweet beautiful Colin.
Sharmell was a feisty black beauty,she spoke her mind and we listened. :)
Holden wasa very handsome tiger boy who toughed it out in many ways.He had 
awful mouth issues but he ALWAYS stayed a sweet boy.
I LOVE YOU and will miss you all very much  :(
Thanks all for being here for me to talk to.
Sherry


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than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"



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Re: [Felvtalk] Beau Please add to the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Sherry.so very sorry to hear about Beau.  Your Thursday nights will be
especially lonely for a while.  Someone special will let you know they are
eager for your love and extra attention soon.  

We will light a candle in SoCal for Beau this evening.  Blessings to you,
Sara


-Original Message-
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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaan
Sent: Thursday, July 15, 2010 6:58 PM
To: Felvtalk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Beau Please add to the CLS :(

 We another one of our wonderful Sids kids today. Beau was a special fellow
in my heart.I ALWAYS looked for him every Thursday night after cleaning to
give him treats.Her was pretty much a loner at the sanctuary,but I know he
lovedme,he would give me kisses by licking the top of my head.I had a good
night with him Monday knowing it would be the last time I would see him.I
told him how much I loved him and always will,and I even got a little bit of
a kiss from him and ALOT of purrs.I LOVE YOU Beau Beau kitty.
Sherry


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than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"


  
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Re: [Felvtalk] Beltza 2009-2010

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Ana, I am so very sorry for your loss.  Beltza was a very lucky girl to have
someone like you to care for her and look out for her.

We will light a candle tonight to honor the bond the two of you shared.  My
heart goes out to you.

Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Ana Gutierrez
Sent: Thursday, July 08, 2010 12:06 PM
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Beltza 2009-2010

Dear all,

Thanks for being so supportive.

Beltza left this morning. Fortunately, I spend all yesterdays afternoon with
her, and had a chance to say good-bye.

I'll miss her my whole life.

Ana
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Re: [Felvtalk] Bugsy Please add the the CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Oh Sherry.so very sorry.  We're lighting too many candles here lately.
Maybe my Taj we lost last Tuesday will be there to meet him.  They had
similar appetites!  Hugs to you.  Sara

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Sherry DeHaan
Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2010 5:07 PM
To: Felvtalk
Subject: [Felvtalk] Bugsy Please add the the CLS :(

My heart is heavy yet once again.Bugsy (Bugaboo) lost his battle today.He
was at the Sids sanctuary back when I started in 2005.He was a sweet quiet
big black boy.But in the last few months he started to decline and was not
so quite the big boy.But he had a BIG BOY appetite.Just last night I fed him
almost 2 cans of friskies and some baby food.We sure did spoil him his last
days with us.I will miss you my Bugaboo,so happy I got to tell him I loved
him last night before I left.
Sherry


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than our own,
Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"


  
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Re: [Felvtalk] Zooey and Noddy Boffin Please add to the CLS :( :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Hello Sherryhow very sad.  We will light candles for them tonight in SCal.. 
 Blessings to you for caring so much.  Sara

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To: "Felvtalk" 
Sent: Sat, 26 Jun 2010 22:05:11 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] Zooey and Noddy Boffin Please add to the CLS :( :(

Hello friend,we lost 2 of our Sids girls to this awful disease.
Zooey we lost on Friday and Noddy Saturday.They were 2 very unique ladies and 
will be missed greatly.
Sherry


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Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps.
We still would have it no other way"



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Re: [Felvtalk] Felvtalk Digest, Vol 24, Issue 21

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Thanks so much Marci.  I had purchased some of the powder and was giving both 
my kittens a half-teaspoon a day.  (My vet wasn't too keen on it eitiher). They 
did fine on it, but after we started the LTCI protocol, I dropped the Mega C.  
Since we lost Taj this week to lymphoma, am seriously considering adding the 
Mega C to his sister's diet from now on.  And unless you're a vet with access 
to a professional lab and constantly draw blood from your baby
 and run blood panels, who knows how well any of this stuff is really helping?  
So frustrating!

Thank you very much for the information!  Best to you and Maddie,

Sara

 

Sent: Thu, 24 Jun 2010 21:41:36 -0400
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Felvtalk Digest, Vol 24, Issue 21



Sara,



We bought the powder form of the Mega C Plus, we give her just a pinch in her 
canned food every couple of days. Before I started her on it my vet warned me 
to start out giving her just a tiny pinch, that sometimes too much can give 
them diarrhea or mess with their kidneys. I worked up to a pinch (half of a 
teaspoon) and she does fine with that. Hope this helps :)



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Re: [Felvtalk] Felvtalk Digest, Vol 24, Issue 20

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Marci,

About the Mega C plus...do you use the liquid or the powder, and how do you
give it to Maddie...i.e., dosage and frequency?

Many thanks!  Sara


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Fernanda,

 

   I applaud you for taking Little Tommy.  I have a FELV+ kitty named
Maddie, she was diagnosed positive by both the Elisa test and the IFa test
in 2008, I tried the interferon for her late 2008 and a little into 2009,
Maddie did not do well with that at all, my vet wanted me to use it 7 days
on and 7 days off and the 7 days she was on were awful, she was very
lethargic, did not want to play or eat, so we quit giving it to her.  We
started giving her the Mega C plus by Wendell Belfield mid 2009 and she has
done wonderful with that.  She has gained about 6 pounds and runs and plays.
We have not tried anything else for her, other than good food, no stress and
giving her lots of love.  Good Luck with Tommy. Please keep us updated on
him.

 

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[Felvtalk] Please light a candle for Taj

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Dear friends,

I had hoped to avoid writing this note for a very, very long time.  Our 
blue-eyed bengal boy Taj is napping at the bridge this afternoon.  He developed 
breathing trouble over the weekend, and today we discovered that he had a 
massive tumor pressing into his lungs.  Heroic measures to extend his life 
would have been selfish, and given the underlying FeLV+ diagnosis, unlikely to 
have improved his quality of life.  He was a brave boy, hiding his discomfort 
from us for so long.   He lived a very short life, only 14 months, but he was 
loved and pampered in the extreme.  

His sister, Rani, shares the FeLV+ diagnosis.  We pray she will be with us much 
longer.  My thanks to each of you for your fabulous advice and willingness to 
share what you have learned along this difficult and often sad path.

Sara

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Re: [Felvtalk] Vet referral and FeLV treatment

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Hi Fernanda,

I have included a link from the Imulen (LTCI) website that lists vet clinics by 
geographical area using their products, so they must have some familiarity with 
FeLV and FIV.  http://www.imulan.com/felv-fiv-treatment.html There appear to be 
several in the greater LA area.  I believe there is one is Sherman Oaks.  

Others on the list will be better to direct you to shelter situations.  Bless 
you for taking this little kitten into your care.

Sara

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From: "Fernanda Barreto" 
To: 
Sent: Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:51:23 -0700
Subject: [Felvtalk] Vet referral and FeLV treatment


Hello all:



This weekend I got lost driving in an industrial part of my town. Suddenly in 
the middle of the street, I see a tiny kitten. Luckily I was able to avoid 
hitting him, as was the car behind me. I quickly got out of my car and 
approached the kitten. Imagine my surprise when he willingly and eagerly came 
running right up to me. I scooped him up and continued on my way. 



I noticed when I tried to feed him that something wasn't quite right. He kept 
falling over and seemed very uncoordinated, even for a kitten. I took him to 
the emergency vet where I was told that he had some kind of neurological 
disorder that was presenting itself in his legs. Basically he is just going to 
be clumsy. The vet said it could be a static problem and not get any worse or 
it could be progressive, at which time we would have to discuss other options. 



She also recommended the FeLV/FIV test. Sadly, he came up a weak positive for 
FeLV. The vet said this may be the cause of the neurological disorder or the 
two could be unrelated. Also his pupils were not well dilated (the vet did not 
go on to explain what effect that has). When the vet gave me the positive 
results, she asked if I wanted to put him to sleep. In the mere 4 hours we had 
spent together, this little 6 week old kitten had won my heart and I just 
couldn't put him to sleep. Although he is clumsy (it's actually really cute and 
I believe he will soon learn to compensate for it), you really don't notice the 
neurological impairment unless you are looking for it; and he's happy and 
pain-free otherwise. 



But of course there is a problem. I have already have a FeLV negative cat at 
home and I don't want to risk exposing her. I was able to take the little guy, 
who we named Tommy, to my boyfriend's, but my cat and I are moving in with him 
in 2 months, so this likely cannot be a permanent home.



So this is why I have turned to this group. I would like to take the time I 
have to try to get Tommy in the best health I can. I did some research and 
found out about Mega C plus, interferon and LTCI. I would like to speak to 
someone in depth about these options, but my vet just doesn't have experience 
in this area. 



1. Does anyone know a good vet that will help treat the FeLV in the Los Angeles 
area - preferable Glendale/Pasadena/the San Fernando valley area.

2. If I am in successful in getting him to the point where he tests negative, 
can he stay with my FeLV negative cat. She's older and will likely want nothing 
to do with him so I am not too worried about them directly interacting. But I 
am worried that they may share toys or bowls.

3. Does anyone know of any rescue organizations that would take on a FeLV 
positive kitten?



My boyfriend and I already love and adore Tommy, but we understand that we must 
do what is best for him. It's just confusing trying to figure out what that is. 
I would welcome and suggestions or advise.



Thank you,



Fernanda

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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add Onyx to the CLS

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Dear Avia,

Such sad news.  I just lit a candle here in S. California to light her way, and 
to thank you for the love you shared with her..  You're in our prayers tonight.

Sara

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Sent: Sat, 19 Jun 2010 21:16:28 -0400
Sour prayersubject: [Felvtalk] Please add Onyx to the CLS

Onyx lost her battle with FeLV tonight. Please add her to the CLS

Avia

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Re: [Felvtalk] CLS for Daisy

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Bless your heart Sharyl.  So sorry. I'm going to have to get more candles for 
all the little precious friends we have been losing lately on the list.  So 
sad.  Sara

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To: "felvtalk" 
Sent: Fri, 11 Jun 2010 22:06:03 -0700 PDT
Subject: [Felvtalk] CLS for Daisy

I had to have Daisy, one of my yard ferals, PTS today. She had lost the use of 
her back legs. I've had her in a cage for several days trying to see if she 
would recover. The vet and I are guessing complications from FeLV. I never had 
her tested but she was the momma to Bright Eyes, Houdini, CJ and Mattie all of 
whom were positive. Also from the same litter as Sissy and Rocket who did test 
positive.

Even though Daisy was a true feral - hissing at me till the end - it
still hurts to much when I lose them. Daisy has joined Mae, Sissy, Bright Eyes, 
Houdini, CJ and Mattie my other positives at the Rainbow Bridge.

Sad night at the cottage
Sharyl





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Re: [Felvtalk] Dante has passed over the Rainbow Bridge

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Dear Beth.I'm so sorry Dante has moved on.  We will light a candle for
him tonight in SoCal.   Just a little spot of light to remind him how much
he was loved and will be missed in case he looks over his shoulder.
Blessings to you.   Sara


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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Beth
Sent: Wednesday, June 09, 2010 2:25 PM
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Subject: [Felvtalk] Dante has passed over the Rainbow Bridge

My FeLV foster kitty Dante passed over the Rainbow Bridge today. I only had
him a few months, but loved him dearly. He preferred human company over
kitty company, but was tolerant of the other kitties. He was a beautiful
grey boy pulled from Animal Control by the rescue I work with. It will be a
long time before I stop expecting to see him in his bed.
He went downhill fast the last 2 weeks. The X-rays done yesterday indicated
he was full of tumors. Luckily he had the lady who originally pulled him
from AC to be there with him. Our group never lets animals be euthanized
without someone from the shelter being there, for which I am very grateful.
It looks like I will be getting a new FeLV kitty from a friend tonight. Not
sure I'm ready.

Beth
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Re: [Felvtalk] Please add Ellie to CLS :(

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Kathi, so sorry to learn of the passing of Ellie.  Now there will be two
candles burning tonight in SoCal...one for Athena and another for Ellie.  

Bless you for taking care of her.

Sara

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[mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Kathi Clark
Sent: Friday, June 04, 2010 11:36 AM
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Subject: [Felvtalk] Please add Ellie to CLS :(


I had to put my Ellie down this morning.  She was only 4 years old and
developed symptoms on Memorial Day and lasted only 4 days.  A tumor in her
chest was leaking fluid and squeezing her lungs.  I couldn't watch her
suffer any longer so I had her put down this morning.  She was a little love
and purred and looked lovingly at me, even at the end.  What we could learn
from these creatures could fill volumes.  They are so forgiving and don't
ask questions.  They just live for the moment and, therefore, don't miss the
moment like we time-crazed humans do.  I will remember her always.  She was
a beautifully marked little girl with gray and black swirls on her body and
white around her mouth and chin and a butterscotch nose.  I am feeling such
guilt, though, that I didn't resort to any treatment whatsoever.  My vet
never suggested it but I should have looked into it myself..

 

Kathi

  
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Re: [Felvtalk] Rainbow Bridge: Athena

[Sara Kasteleyn]

So sorry to read your post this morning.  We will light a candle for Athena 
tonight in SoCal.  Hugs to you and Ajax.

Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Beth Gouldin" 
To: 
Sent: Thu, 3 Jun 2010 19:50:42 -0500
Subject: [Felvtalk] Rainbow Bridge: Athena

Athena, our almost 3 year old buff manx, lost her battle with
lymphosarcoma/FeLV today around 5:30pm.
She went peacefully and isn't in pain anymore. She will be missed dearly.
RIP sweet girl

Thank you for all of your support - we're still holding out for Ajax, our
almost 3 years old FeLV+ but happy/healthy siamese boy.

-- 
Beth Gouldin
beth.goul...@gmail.com
940.395.5393

God Bless!!!
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Re: [Felvtalk] needing support

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Hi Julie.I hope you're feeling a little more upbeat this morning after the 
good advice from the list yesterday. We can certainly relate to your anxiety.

We adopted a brother and sister at 12 weeks, and after overcoming some 
socialization issues, we took them to be spayed/neutered at 6 months.  In the 
pre-op bloodwork, it was discovered they were both FeLV positive.  We were 
heartbroken, but came to this list for the advice you have received on good 
food, as little stress as possible,and to be on guard for the first signs of 
infection or abnormal health.  The only time we have kept them apart has been 
immediately after their spay/neuter procedures for about 8 hours.  They groom 
each other, tussle, and are together generally 24-7...of course, they are both 
positive, so this has colored our choice in that regard.  However, you'll find 
plenty of others on the list who firmly believe they can be together with 
negative cats with no bad result. 

We have been giving each of our cats periodic injections of  LTCI.  Some on the 
list have used this with good results, others not so much.  In consultation 
with our vet, and since our cats are asymptomatic, we feel it is having some 
positive effect on boosting their immune systems to keep them healthy.  Perhaps 
they would be this healthy without it...we just don't know.  They are now 15 
months old and are both doing fine.  We feed them a combination of Wellness 
dry, wet, and Radcat raw. 

Despite all the bad press out there, people here will reassure you that this 
diagnosis is not necessarily a death sentence.   Check back with the list 
often.  Many people have used various methods to keep their little ones 
healthy, and they are happy to share without thinking their method is the "one 
and only".  We're all looking for the same answers.

Enjoy them, give them lots of love and attention and try to relax.  If you have 
not established a good relationship with a vet who can support you, it's a good 
time to seek out that relationship. 

Very best wishes to you,

Sara

 
--Original Mail--
From: "Julie Dalesio Gladnick" 
To: 
Sent: Mon, 31 May 2010 19:26:55 -0700
Subject: [Felvtalk] needing support

Hi there-

I don't know if this is the right place, but I am hoping for some feedback.
I recently adopted two kittens, a brother and sister. At 7 weeks, I had
them tested for FeLV. The boy kitty is positive but the girl kitty is
negative. Is that even possible? They have been living together for 7
weeks; wouldn't she be positive if he was at this point? I am taking them
both in tomorrow so he can be re-tested with the IFA and she can be
vaccinated. I am absolutely devastated. I am in love with both of these
kitties and am looking for some hope. My boy kitty is active and playful,
though he has had a little diarrhea today and is eating a little less. I'm
totally freaked out. I am keeping the two apart, which is also killing me,
because they are such a comfort for each other. Does anyone know what my
odds are for his second test being negative? Is is weird that she's
negative? If he is positive, do I have to keep them apart forever? If we
have a baby and he is positive, do we have to get rid of him? I can't even
bare thinking of all of this, as he snuggles on my tummy purring while I
type. Any advice, support, guidance is sincerely appreciated.

-- 
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Re: [Felvtalk] Tommy is gone

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Hello Lisa,

What sad news this morning.  We'll light a candle this evening here in S. 
California to honor Tommy and the love you shared.   I'm so very sorry for your 
loss.

Sara

--Original Mail--
From: "Lisa Borden" 
To: 
Sent: Sat, 8 May 2010 09:40:11 -0400
Subject: [Felvtalk] Tommy is gone

Just a note to let you know that Tommy lost his battle with FeLV on Tuesday. I 
still cannot believe how quickly it took over, and by Tuesday morning he was so 
weak and his eyes were so empty. It was like his soul had left his little body. 
He was extremely anemic and his liver enzymes were elevated. I do know that 
recently, he had ceased to be happy, and that was really bothering me. He 
passed away Tuesday morning in my arms as he got the medicine that helped him 
to an eternal sleep.

I want to thank everyone for the information on this list, because even though 
I didn't post often I did read the list frequently. I have to believe that he 
had a year and a half with me that he might not have had with someone else.

I will continue to pray for you and your furbabies. May something be discovered 
to help these kitties.

Much love,
Lisa
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Re: [Felvtalk] Is this a real legit cure for feline leukemia?

[Sara Kasteleyn]

We have been using LTCI on our two young cats since October of last year.
They have just had their first birthdays and are asymptomatic.  I should
also share they have always been asymptomaticthis is not something that
has come about since using LTCI.  Be careful about thinking of LTCI as a
"cure", and rather think of it more as a "treatment aid", which is how the
manufacturers refer to it.  Our vet is able to acquire the injections for
about $60 a dose, and she sells it to us for this amount.  We give the
injections ourselves.  We started with one dose a week for three weeks, then
weren't able to acquire it for three weeks.  We started all over at one dose
a week for four consecutive weeks, then once every other week, once every
three weeks, and now once a month.  I hesitate to say they are doing well,
as I don't want to invite trouble.but they are.

Hope this is of some help to you,  Sara


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To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Subject: [Felvtalk] Is this a real legit cure for feline leukemia?

I would be interested in knowing what the average cost of the LTCI treatment
is. We have two FeLV cats. One, of which, is running of treatment options. 
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Re: [Felvtalk] Bridget is dead

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Laura...you did not do this.  Please do not blame yourself.  

I'm fairly new to this list and I know others will have better insight than
I.  I can only share that one of my two positives "turned blue" under
anesthesia for neutering.  In our case, they were able to bring him back
quickly, but I think more animals are lost during spay/neuter procedures
than is common knowledge.  

We discovered Taj was FeLV positive in the pre-op bloodwork.  His sister,
Rani, also tested positive when we took her to be spayed a week later.  She
didn't have the same adverse reaction to the anesthesia as her brother, but
I know that because of his very near death experience, the vet staff was
extremely cautious with her.

None of this helps you with the terrible pain of losing Bridget.  I am so
very sorry.  She knew she was dearly loved, and you know that all of us
grieve with you.

Sara

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Sent: Wednesday, March 17, 2010 1:46 PM
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Subject: [Felvtalk] Bridget is dead

Bridget is dead. I had her spayed today and apparently she died very quickly
under anesthesia. She was my baby. I would have done anything for her and
now she's dead. It has been a miserable few weeks with Frosty Paws and then
Baby Girl but this has broken my heart. She was doing so well. Could it have
been the LTCI? I have to know whether I'm responsible for killing her.
Please, if anyone knows whether the LTCI could have had something to do with
it, maybe made her more sensitive to being put under, please let me know, I
have to know whether I killed my cat.
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Re: [Felvtalk] Baby Girl has passed

[Sara Kasteleyn]

Laura.so very sorry to read your email this morning.  My heart goes out to 
you.  I have noticed others on the list mention lighting candles in memory of 
our precious ones that are now waiting for us at the rainbow bridge.  There 
will be a candle in memory of your sweet Baby Girl this evening in San Diego.  
Bless you for sharing your love with her.  Sara

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Subject: [Felvt talk] Baby Girl has passed

Baby Girl died tonight around 7:30. It feels so strange to write that; I've had 
her for two years, she's been symptom-free for two yearsand then it 
happened. She declined quickly. I knew she was not going to make it, so we had 
a vet appointment for tomorrow morning for her to be PTS. Even a couple of days 
ago she was purring a bit and looking for chin scratches and head rubs, but by 
the time I left for work this morning I think she hardly knew I was there. When 
I arrived home this evening she was lying on her side, barely breathing. I held 
her on my lap for about 45 minutes, just waiting, then she shuddered, my lights 
flickered and she was gone. She will join Duncan, Charlotte, Chutney and Frosty 
Paws at the bridge. Now Celery is the last remaining cat of my original FeLV 
group.
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