Re: [Felvtalk] CHIPIN ADDRESS/THUR NGHT REPLY/ERRROR - P.S.
SORRY - THE LINK IS: (MIS-SPELLED ON PRIOR MAIL): http://farmingdalecats.chipin.com/cat-rescue-and-recovery From: dot winkler venus7ora...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, October 25, 2012 7:09 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] CHIPIN ADDRESS/THUR NGHT REPLY Hi - i read your e-mail Lorrie about trying to get into the Chipin acct and you are having trouble. My son fixed the pictures which were too big initially but now you can see the box as soon as you get into the site - the chipin box, I mean. Simply click on that link; http://farmingdalcats.chipin.com/cat-rescue-and-recvery and then you can access the box. Thank you so much. Let me know if you still have a problem. Dot From: Lorrie felineres...@frontier.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, October 25, 2012 6:30 AM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] CHIPIN ADDRESS Dot, I have tried 5 times to get into the chipin address and cannot. I have no idea why. How about paypal? That works for me. I cannot send you a lot, as I have 24 cats of my own plus a feral colony but I want to send something. Lorrie http://farmingdalecats.chipin.com/cat-rescue-and-recovery. Any generous donations will go toward the vetting cost of Tiger (outdoor cat at Farmingdale) and Goldie (same). They are in need of vetting. I am taking care of the colony of 7 the past 2 years and socializing them, feeding and driving out to the site (not near my home). Two or three have a shot for adoption (I have my own 4 indoor cats at home as well). Please help in any way you can if possible and I do appreciate the smallest of donations as times are tough. Thanks ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
To Gloria P.S.
P.S. You might want to repost any questions you have to the group with a different subject line. A lot of people only read some of the posts, depending on the subject line. The more specific the subject line, the better the replies. :) Wendy Dallas, Tx --- glenda Goodman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi folks, I'm new to this site and do need to get some information on feline leukemia. This is in regard to a 16-week old kitten that apparently became infected through her mother. My kitten has tested FeLV+ and another sibling has as well, also the mother. My vet told me the other day she believes in testing every 60- days in hopes the kitten might be able to eventually fight the virus off and test negative. Does anyone have any information for me on this subject? I am in the western section of Nebraska...Thank you, Glenda Larsen --- laurieskatz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This was a long time ago so maybe the disease wasn't as strong then, who knows. Stripes died in 1989 and Squeaky in 1996 My vet was so laid back about it ~ I think that helped. Stripes on and off illness was frustrating but you'd never have know Squeak had anything. The vet did say Squeaky's must have been in his blood marrow and called him a carrier. L - Original Message - From: Susan Dubose To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Saturday, June 30, 2007 9:16 PM Subject: Re: Immunity to FeLV? Wow, that's impressive! Long, happy lives, it sounds like. You must have / are doing something right. Susan J. DuBose ^..^ www.PetGirlsPetsitting.com www.Tx.SiameseRescue.org www.shadowcats.net As Cleopatra lay in state, Faithful Bast at her side did wait, Purring welcomes of soft applause, Ever guarding with sharpened claws. Trajan Tennent - Original Message - From: laurieskatz To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Saturday, June 30, 2007 9:22 PM Subject: Re: Immunity to FeLV? I adopted 2 boys, age 8 and 9, who had lived together since the younger one had been adopted as a kitten. Stripes kept getting sick on and off so we had them tested (my vet had been vaccinating them each year and Squeaky would be sick for 3 days after his vaccination). They both tested positive. Stripes lived to 16 years old and Squeaky to 22. Squeaky didn't have a sick day in his life until his last 3 weeks (oral cancer). Stripes continued to be sick on and off but was mostly healthy. and now we have Isabella Laurie Be a better Heartthrob. Get better relationship answers from someone who knows. Yahoo! Answers - Check it out. http://answers.yahoo.com/dir/?link=listsid=396545433 Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world - indeed it is the only thing that ever has! ~~~ Margaret Meade ~~~ Be a PS3 game guru. Get your game face on with the latest PS3 news and previews at Yahoo! Games. http://videogames.yahoo.com/platform?platform=120121
P.S. Re: Pictures and a question
Junior is adorable!!! :) Wendy --- Sally Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all The past two weeks have been very hectic. I am dealing with my fiance's illness and hospital doctor visits. Human medicine can be quite frustrating dealing with insurance companies and doctors that are booked months in advance. Junior has been doing fairly well. He is stable at least, I am happy for that. I always want him normal, but his ears with their hemaetomas, and the eye with glaucoma tell me a different story. Plus his lymph nodes behind his ears stay a bit swollen. He get several supplements and salmon oil which I am hoping will eleminate his need for the matacam. I will know in a day or two, because he is now out of metacam, He really needs to have his eye removed, but I don't know about rocking his boat with the stress of surgery. Anyone have experience with this issue? I am so sorry to hear about all the recent losses. It is a reminder that the time with our precious babies is fleeting and a gift. The link below is a bulletin board Eric set up for me. He is upset because I have not shared it yet with anyone. Feel free to visit and post pictures of cats or flowers. General discussion and funny stories are welcome as well. Have a great day! Sally -- Sally, Eric (not a cat),Junior, Speedy, Grey and White, Ittle Bitty, Little Black, Lily, Daisy, Silver, and Spike Visit my BB for some pictures post your as well. http://www.k6az.net/ki4spk/index.php?sid=c57c00cf5804ef13853ed6e77a68eed3 Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world - indeed it is the only thing that ever has! ~~~ Margaret Meade ~~~ Expecting? Get great news right away with email Auto-Check. Try the Yahoo! Mail Beta. http://advision.webevents.yahoo.com/mailbeta/newmail_tools.html
Re: P.S. Re: Pictures and a question
Hi Wendy, Thank you but aren't they all :-) Feel free to post if you wish, the board is for fun. Sally On 6/27/07, wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Junior is adorable!!! :) Wendy --- Sally Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all The past two weeks have been very hectic. I am dealing with my fiance's illness and hospital doctor visits. Human medicine can be quite frustrating dealing with insurance companies and doctors that are booked months in advance. Junior has been doing fairly well. He is stable at least, I am happy for that. I always want him normal, but his ears with their hemaetomas, and the eye with glaucoma tell me a different story. Plus his lymph nodes behind his ears stay a bit swollen. He get several supplements and salmon oil which I am hoping will eleminate his need for the matacam. I will know in a day or two, because he is now out of metacam, He really needs to have his eye removed, but I don't know about rocking his boat with the stress of surgery. Anyone have experience with this issue? I am so sorry to hear about all the recent losses. It is a reminder that the time with our precious babies is fleeting and a gift. The link below is a bulletin board Eric set up for me. He is upset because I have not shared it yet with anyone. Feel free to visit and post pictures of cats or flowers. General discussion and funny stories are welcome as well. Have a great day! Sally -- Sally, Eric (not a cat),Junior, Speedy, Grey and White, Ittle Bitty, Little Black, Lily, Daisy, Silver, and Spike Visit my BB for some pictures post your as well. http://www.k6az.net/ki4spk/index.php?sid=c57c00cf5804ef13853ed6e77a68eed3 Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world - indeed it is the only thing that ever has! ~~~ Margaret Meade ~~~ Expecting? Get great news right away with email Auto-Check. Try the Yahoo! Mail Beta. http://advision.webevents.yahoo.com/mailbeta/newmail_tools.html -- Sally, Eric (not a cat),Junior, Speedy, Grey and White, Ittle Bitty, Little Black, Lily, Daisy, Silver, and Spike Visit my BB for some pictures post your as well. http://www.k6az.net/ki4spk/index.php?sid=c57c00cf5804ef13853ed6e77a68eed3
P.S. RE: To Caroline: Re: just beginning
P.S. Prayers going out for an increase in your finances. We know here all too well how our checkbook can limit how we care for our animals. It's horrible! --- wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey Caroline, I'm glad to hear that your vet is using Epogen. That's probably one of the most, if not the most, effective drugs in treating anemia. I am surprised that she didn't just remove the leg itself instead of just the tumor (I know that sounds callous, but considering the alternative, I'd vote to remove the leg). I don't know what the stats are on tumors coming back after surgery in felines, but I am guessing it's fairly high. The yahoo lymphoma group might have a better knowledge of this, and actual scenarios similar to Monkee's if you want to check them out. Does your vet say what type of cancer Monkee had, based on a biopsy after the surgery? That's important to know also. In fact, that probably should have been known before the chemo was given, because the type of chemo is based on the type of cancer, but I'm not sure how I know that, so it might not be right. Also, we don't see a lot of cancer in the limbs from FeLV, at least not here. It's more in the lungs, and stomach, so I was surprised when you mentioned Monkee's leg. It makes me wonder if Monkee didn't have Injection Site Sarcoma or Vaccine Associated Sarcoma (VAS). Has Monkee received vaccines where the cancer was located? Sarcoma (fibrosarcoma) is a different form of cancer from lymphoma, if I'm not mistaken. If your vet feels there is time for the Epogen to work, then the HCT count is probably not too low. That's a good thing. It's when the HCT is around 7-9 or lower when we see a lot of our furbabies often lose their battles to the anemia. And if Monkee is FeLV+, then it's entirely possible that the cancer is unrelated based on where it was, and that the stress of the surgery is what is causing the FeLV to kick in, surpressing the immune system, thus the anemia. The two most important things in caring for FeLV+ furbabies are a good diet with supplements, and a stress free environment. You might consider starting Monkee on lysine, which is an immune system supplement. If you do, post here so you can get the specifics, because there are just a few guidelines to follow. There are other supplements too. You are right about the veterinary world not knowing much about FeLV. It's kind of like AIDS in that it's a fairly 'new' disease, or newly diagnosed. There are still so many, too many, unanswered questions about FeLV. The scary thing is I feel strongly that WE here are figuring out some things through trial and error before the veterinary community is!!! Or at least making it known. For instance, a lot of vets have no idea what ImmunoRegulin (IR) is, but a lot of people use it to combat feline fevers and to fight FeLV. Even the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary gives sub-M injections of the IR once a month to their furbabies in Casa de Calmar, the FeLV sanctuary. It's really scary how little the general veterinary population knows about new developments. Which makes me wonder about human doctors! lol. My own vet was overdosing my hyperthyroid cat, even after I told him the information I had learned from the hyperT group, which was to start at a certain dose, but he insisted that this other dose was the standard. And guess what, my cat had really bad side effects. When we restarted her on the meds at the lower dose, lo and behold, she fared just fine on the meds, even with an increase at a later date. I even wrote a letter to one of the professors at Texas AM University about the Tapazole overdosing world wide (learned from all the members who've experienced it on the hyper T site). He called me and assured me that they do teach the lower dosing. So I think in general there is a lack of communication between the universities (those that do the research) and the vets who are already practicing. That is why one of the most important thing anyone can do for their pets is to do their own research in a very discerning way, and see what options they have, rather than lean only on the knowledge their vet has, which can never be omniscient. I'm glad you are doing that for Monkee. Sadly, so many do not. I will say we probably are the best source of info. on FeLV you will find. A lot of people here have already done a lot of research on the net and brought it here and it's archived if you ever want to go through the archives and search using various keywords. Here is the link to the most recent posts: http://www.mail-archive.com/felvtalk%40felineleukemia.org/. You will muddle through a lot of posts, but will find valuable info. I have a sick kitty manual that I've been working on also that I have not updated in a year, and I need to update that and get it out to the members soon. I may
P.S. Re: To Joe: Re: Felvtalk - introduction - Chewie and Stitch
P.S. There is a FAQ link on the Felineleukemia.org site that links to Cornell University's FAQ page, but beware, we here do not always agree with Cornell, and often find that some of their info. is outdated. Also, there is a Feline Leukemia Information link on the felineleukemia.org website towards the bottom of the page. :) Wendy --- wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Joe, Welcome to the group. I'm really sorry to hear about Chewie and that Stitch has also tested positive for FeLV. The best thing you can do for Stitch is to educate yourself on this virus. It is a serious, and often times, deadly disease, but not necessarily a death sentence. Keeping Stitch stress-free and feeding him the best diet possible will go a long way in combatting the virus. FeLV is not AIDS for kitties, but it is similar in how it behaves. Keeping the immune system in top-notch shape is how we combat the virus in our beloved furbabies. Stitch may still throw off this virus, depending on when he was exposed, which could certainly have just been recently when Chewie got sick, even though they have been living together for a while. Also, there are a lot of false-positive tests. Retesting Stitch in 3-6 months with the IFA test would be a good idea. You are right to wait on adopting another cat right now, and if other cats stress Stitch out, I wouldn't get one at all, unless she does test negative in 3-6 months; then it won't matter too much if she gets a little stressed out. If Stitch is asymptomatic, there's not much else you can do, other than considering supplements for her immune system, like L-lysine (without propynol glycol) or Mega C. And keep us bookmarked because this is the place to be for FeLV info. Bless you for not pts this kitty and for taking such good care of her. Take care and keep us posted on Stitch! :) Wendy Dallas, TX Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world: Indeed it is the only thing that ever has! ~~~ Margaret Meade ~~~ The fish are biting. Get more visitors on your site using Yahoo! Search Marketing. http://searchmarketing.yahoo.com/arp/sponsoredsearch_v2.php Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world: Indeed it is the only thing that ever has! ~~~ Margaret Meade ~~~ Looking for earth-friendly autos? Browse Top Cars by Green Rating at Yahoo! Autos' Green Center. http://autos.yahoo.com/green_center/
Re: P.S.
Paolo, Carrington Labs isn't going to be much help. Manufacture of Acemannan had to shut down during the audit and it isn't going to be available again for a couple of weeks when the next batch gets out of manufacturing. (long story about the audit) It is only available from Veterinary Products Labs (a subsidiary of Carrington)...and only then through distributors (which are listed on their website). Here is the info from VPL: http://www.vpl.com/product.php?catmain=mainkey=pid=80key=8cat=Wound%20Management The website does have contact information and their customer service is helpful. They may be able to help coordinate something with you to expidite shipping when it does become available. Carrisyn is, I think, different from the injectable wound dressing, Acemannan (I could be mistaken - it is just that I am not as familiar with that term). Acemannan used in studies to treat FeVL+ that I am familiar with - was administered as an injection into the tummy. (also used to treat tumors) Carrisyn, I think, is the freeze-dried form of Acemannan and I am not familiar with this form of it -- though I did see a couple of things on the net and will read up. It may be that this is a form that is reconsituted as an injectible for tumors -- I just don't know. You probably know a lot more about this than I do. The injectable Acemannan (listed on the website) is what I used on my Mama Kitty who was very symptomatic and very sick with FeVL+ and very anemic. She is like a new cat today. She was diagnosed last May. I hope so much that whichever course of treatment you choose - your dear Rompi will come through this very well. Please give him a hug from me. elizabeth On 1/24/07, Paolo [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If any of you got in contact with a *cooperative* person at Carrington Labs, I would need to know the name of that person (by private Email of course) so I can try to save some time and get in contact with somebody that is *willing* to help... Thanks Paolo
Re: P.S.
Thank you Elizabeth, in effects, notwithstanding Acemannan and Carrisyn are sometimes used as synonyms, I am beginning to suspect that they aren't actually synonyms. I will stick with Acemannan. Paolo
P.S. Re: Popeye
If Popeye is hyper-T, the meds can reverse some of the damage to the heart if the heart problems are related to the hyper-T. You should use the transdermal gel (rubbed into the ear) because of the difficulty in giving Popeye meds. That's what Julie gets and she doesn't even know she's getting meds. :) Wendy __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
RE: P.S. Re: Popeye
Wendy; I started Delilah (Sam's 16 year old mother) on Tapisole 5 mg. two times a day two months ago. Unless I can get it in on the first try while she is mummied in a towel, there's no need to try again. She was diagnosed at that time with hyperthyroidism. Her T-level was 13, and I belive normal is 4. (?) I knew about the transdermal gel; my vet mentioned it. Is it really is absorbed well on the inside of the ear? I know she feels much better, her coat is shiny, and she has put on a little weight but what a struggle.!!! I know I should not compare, but giving Sam five meds a day including injections 2X a week, and subcu fluids, was easier. He did not like it, but he let me do it for 7 years.I am thankful it was not Delilah...(He could read my mind and know when I was thinking about giving them and run and find a nice hiding place!!!) Anyhow, I am anxious to hear more about the gel. I hope Tonya lets everyone know about Popeye Helene 0 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of wendy Sent: Saturday, August 19, 2006 9:50 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: P.S. Re: Popeye If Popeye is hyper-T, the meds can reverse some of the damage to the heart if the heart problems are related to the hyper-T. You should use the transdermal gel (rubbed into the ear) because of the difficulty in giving Popeye meds. That's what Julie gets and she doesn't even know she's getting meds. :) Wendy __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
P.S. Re: To Leslie Re: Kitten update and FIP question
P.S. Please keep us posted on Powder's adoption. I would love to hear how Satchmo adjusts to her and the funny stuff that happens after you bring her home! :) Wendy --- wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Leslie, Congratulations on Powder's future adoption! Absolutely, there are kittens who throw off the virus and become healthy adults, and even if they don't, they can live with it for a long time. Many die before age 3, but some do not. My kitty Cricket lived to 4.5 years, and I truly believed he would have lived longer had he not been stressed out by ten family members staying with us in our 1500 sq. ft. house for a week during Hurricane Rita. He shortly thereafter developed anemia. If I were you, I would be giving the L-lysine and the Mega C for the rest of kitty's life. Also, good quality food, like Evo. And LOTS of love and snuggles! Bless you! :) Wendy __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
To Jen-P.S.
P.S. Jen-make sure you have at least one good pic of Allie; take some tonight if you are able. And also, if you are able to, be there with her when she crosses. It's horrible but at the same time, will be an honor and a blessing to both of you, if that makes any sense. Take care Jen and give little Allie hugs from all of us. Wendy --- TenHouseCats [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: thank you for being able to listen to her, and hear her. they DO tell us. helping them cross the bridge when it's their time is definitely one of the most difficult things we ever do, yet it's also often the last gift we can offer them in exchange for all the love and joy they have given us. will hold you both in my heart. MC On 5/15/06, Jennifer Ross [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I honestly never understood what you all meant by you will know when it is time, but it's true, our cats do have a way of telling us (this is the first sick cat I have ever cared for, so this is a totally new experience for me all around...). Allie has rapidly been declining over the past few days despite treatments. Her temp just keeps climbing (it's now up to 107.1 this am) and she has completely stopped eating and drinking. She growls every time I try to give her any kind of medication or treatment. I truly believe that this is her way of telling me she does not want anymore. Allie has never liked vets, needles, or even oral meds, so I know that taking daily antibotics and frequent injections and sq fluids has probably been very rough on her. I also feel that at this point she is suffering and I do not want that for her. I think she's trying to tell me it's her time- she's tired and she just can't fight anymore. Unfortunately I think we found the FELV and FIV relatively end stage and with both viruses, her body is just very run down. Right now she has no spunk- just lies around in one spot all day hiding - barely even has the energy to purr. That is not my Allie cat! It is killing me to see her suffer and I am now content that I understand what she is trying to tell me. So, unfortunately, I have to make the hardest decision that any pet mommy and cat lover has to make. I am going to spend tonight with my baby girl and if God does not take her on His own, I am going to help her cross the bridge tomorrow. I have never had to make such a difficult decision in my life and I bless you and feel the pain of each and every one of you that have had to make this same decision before. However, I know it is the right thing to do. I have told her that it's OK to go, I just want her to be happy and not suffer anymore, and ever since I told her that she has been purring more and not hiding as much- it's as if she's at peace now. That's helping me know that I am making the right decision. Please remember my little one tonight and tomorrow afternoon at 4pm when I say good-bye. She has lived a long (10 yrs) good and happy life. She deserves only to be happy. Thank you for everything. I don't know what I would have done without all of you. Jen and Allie New Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. Call regular phones from your PC and save big. -- MaryChristine AIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCats MSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ: 289856892 __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Prayers for Jake (Marissa)-P.S.
Also, read the post on reticulocytes I just sent to Marlene. :) Wendy --- wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Marissa, Did the vet say whether or not Jake had any reticulocytes present in his blood? This is important, because it tells you whether or not he is still making red blood cells or not. I put you and Jake on my prayer list. :) Wendy --- Marissa [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just took Jake into the vet because he has been acting not himself lately. Lethargic, not eating as much, not as active, etc. And I also saw him eating his littler. I had a feeling he was going to be anemic and I am sad to say I was right. I have no expereince whatsoever to this so I am all new. The doctor did a Hematocrit and it came back with 10, which he said was in the really bad range. He said that it has probably been happening really slowly so his body has been able to adjust. I guess normally cats in that range are in dire straits. Jake isn't at all, he is just weak. Anyway, he gave him a b12 shot, iron shot and something to stimulate the bone marrow. But he said the prognosis isn't great at this point. He said there is the option of hospitalizing him and doing a whole host of test, Xrays and a transfusion, but I really don't want to put him through that at this point, especially since he is FELV+. I am devastatedI have only had Jake for 5 months (he is about 2.5) and I just love him. I started crying when the vet told me all this. I hope he turns around from this and since you are all experts on these issues I am eager to see if anyone has any suggestions or information to share.. Marissa and Jake __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Prayers for Jake (Marissa)-P.S.
Thank you Wendy. The vet did say that Jake's anemia is non-regenerative. I am still new to this so I am not hip on the terminology but am learning. Thanks for your prayers! I am taking him in to get another epogen shot today, and hopefully he will respond. Marissa On 2/27/06, wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Also, read the post on reticulocytes I just sent toMarlene.:)Wendy--- wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Marissa, Did the vet say whether or not Jake had any reticulocytes present in his blood?This is important, because it tells you whether or not he is still making red blood cells or not.I put you and Jake on my prayer list. :) Wendy --- Marissa [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just took Jake into the vet because he has been acting not himself lately.Lethargic, not eating as much, not as active, etc.And I also saw him eating his littler.I had a feeling he was going to be anemic and I am sad to say I was right.I have no expereince whatsoever to this so I am all new.The doctor did a Hematocrit and it came back with 10, which he said was in the really bad range.He said that it has probably been happening really slowly so his body has been able to adjust. I guess normally cats in that range are in dire straits.Jake isn't at all, he is just weak. Anyway, he gave him a b12 shot, iron shot and something to stimulate the bone marrow.But he said the prognosis isn't great at this point.He said there is the option of hospitalizing him and doing a whole host of test, Xrays and a transfusion, but I really don't want to put him through that at this point, especially since he is FELV+. I am devastatedI have only had Jake for 5 months (he is about 2.5) and I just love him.I started crying when the vet told me all this.I hope he turns around from this and since you are all experts on these issues I am eager to see if anyone has any suggestions or information to share..Marissa and Jake __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam?Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com__Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam?Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Prayers for Jake (Marissa)-P.S.
Hey Marissa, I have heard good things about Epogen, even with non-regenerative anemia, so I hope that he does respond to it. I prayed for Jake today and will continue to do so. Please keep us posted. :) Wendy --- Marissa [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thank you Wendy. The vet did say that Jake's anemia is non-regenerative. I am still new to this so I am not hip on the terminology but am learning. Thanks for your prayers! I am taking him in to get another epogen shot today, and hopefully he will respond. Marissa On 2/27/06, wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Also, read the post on reticulocytes I just sent to Marlene. :) Wendy --- wendy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Marissa, Did the vet say whether or not Jake had any reticulocytes present in his blood? This is important, because it tells you whether or not he is still making red blood cells or not. I put you and Jake on my prayer list. :) Wendy --- Marissa [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just took Jake into the vet because he has been acting not himself lately. Lethargic, not eating as much, not as active, etc. And I also saw him eating his littler. I had a feeling he was going to be anemic and I am sad to say I was right. I have no expereince whatsoever to this so I am all new. The doctor did a Hematocrit and it came back with 10, which he said was in the really bad range. He said that it has probably been happening really slowly so his body has been able to adjust. I guess normally cats in that range are in dire straits. Jake isn't at all, he is just weak. Anyway, he gave him a b12 shot, iron shot and something to stimulate the bone marrow. But he said the prognosis isn't great at this point. He said there is the option of hospitalizing him and doing a whole host of test, Xrays and a transfusion, but I really don't want to put him through that at this point, especially since he is FELV+. I am devastatedI have only had Jake for 5 months (he is about 2.5) and I just love him. I started crying when the vet told me all this. I hope he turns around from this and since you are all experts on these issues I am eager to see if anyone has any suggestions or information to share.. Marissa and Jake __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
P.S. ~ Re: Charity
One more thing ~~~ It's only 6:15 AM here in the soggy, pouring down rain, edge of a good 'ole N'easter hitting us FULL BLAST, BUT Just heard from one of my very best friends here with whom I network do rescue with, and she's been busy during the last 24 hours, getting in touch w/ "her" contacts, and has managed to "borrow" some 1/2 dozen or so "Hav-A-Heart" Traps, and since the weather is s rotten, and this area is rural w/ LOTS of ground to cover, she has assembled a group of volunteers to "set" the traps at first light also has rounded up some other wonderful volunteers, not concerned about getting "soaked to the bone", so hopefully we can canvas a large area, searching, providing make-shift shelters w/ tarps, leaving food doing the "Hansel Gretel" thing...leaving a trail back to "Home", mine!!! PLEASE, keep this wonderful group of volunteers in your prayers, wish us LUCK PRAY NO ONE CATCHES PNEUMONIA Also, the little Mom Pop Convenience Store in town is brewing thermoses of coffee Hot Cocoa for the Search Team. Talk about a small town pulling together. Amazing, when you stop consider up until yesterday, 1/2 these people didn't even know what a "feral" cat was!!! Not only has "Charity" found a home, I have too! I am PROUD to be part of such a small, close knit community! Will keep you all posted as events transpire! I realize we all do not "share" the same beliefs concerning "religion, normally it's a "HOT" topic, much TOO debated to discuss, but PLEASE, put all the controversy aside, and put your faith together in whatever it takes to find Charity, safe sound!!! With Love, Patti AND THE POSSE!
Re: P.S. ~ Re: Charity
that wouldn't be Diamond would it? what a guy...TenHouseCats [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: patti, now you understand what i mean when i say that i'm sending GLOW for people and critters in need: it's the universal--prayers, light, healing energy, love, whatever it is that people believe in. and it's incredibly powerful stuff, no matter what you call it!rumor has it that one of the best "baits" for feral cats is kentucky fried chicken with the bones removed (some folks say to remove the skin, too, but i know that that's MY cats' favorite part. )i have an escaped cat tale, too--i bet we all do, but don't always talk about these "failures"--i know he's been seen in the area, and i'm hoping that when michigan weather hits, he'll decide that being a housecat beats the great outdoors -- MaryChristineAIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCatsMSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED]ICQ: 289856892Barb+Smoky the House Puma+El Bandito Malito"My cat the clown: paying no mind to whom he should impress. Merely living his life, doing what pleases him, and making me smile."- Anonymous__Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
