Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
how true about the ferals. my Shorty was so sweet once he decided that i was okay. he became the biggest lap baby ever. it took a ew scratches when i forgot to do things his was, but when he did decide to adopt me, he more than made up for it. Bob, my newest boy was maybe a dump cat since he was very loveable when broght into my vetomeone did dump him, it is their loss and my gain because he is the sweetest boy ever. dorlis Cougar Clan wrote: > Those who love and care for feral cats have a very difficult calling, > one that causes great pain when a feral leaves for any reason. > However, when a feral cares about you, it is the most rewarding > experience because that caring can not be forced nor is it bred into > the cat. Bless you and your friends for caring about these wonderful > animals. You did the right thing. The fear and anger would have made > Bashful's time unbearable for her. > On Mar 24, 2009, at 10:17 PM, wrote: > > > so sorry about Bashful. if only there was a way we could get thru > > to them that we are there to help them, we could do so much more for > > them. i know lymphoma first hand, had it myself and you are right, > > that is an awful lot to put anyone thru. even then, it doesn't > > always work. my oncologist told me that all 3 chemos i had did > > nothing. i simply went into spontaneous remission 1 year after > > treatments were stopped. i know prayer had a lot to do with it. > > that and because God had something else in mind for me. dorlis > > Heather wrote: > >> I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue > >> losses in > >> the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so > >> behind on > >> all fronts > >> > >> However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, > >> Bashful, > >> will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so > >> that many > >> thoughts will be with her. > >> > >> Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 > >> years, she > >> disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers > >> at the > >> Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed > >> back up she > >> was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me > >> for help > >> trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two > >> days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the > >> first night > >> but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had > >> tears in > >> our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen > >> impairing > >> her ability to eat and walk. > >> > >> We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle > >> aspirate > >> confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. > >> > >> We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and > >> already > >> unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to > >> be a way > >> to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad > >> state. > >> > >> One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop > >> trap is > >> leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was > >> not > >> FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the > >> dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. > >> > >> We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've > >> actually > >> got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason > >> (CRF, FIV+, > >> along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not > >> progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of > >> course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put > >> Bashful > >> through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good > >> enough for > >> the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at > >> my vet > >> and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. > >> > >> Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help > >> you--you > >> will not be forgotten. > >> > >> Heather > >> ___ > >> 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 > > > > Marylyn, Copper & Thomas > > > > > > > > > ___ > 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
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
Those who love and care for feral cats have a very difficult calling, one that causes great pain when a feral leaves for any reason. However, when a feral cares about you, it is the most rewarding experience because that caring can not be forced nor is it bred into the cat. Bless you and your friends for caring about these wonderful animals. You did the right thing. The fear and anger would have made Bashful's time unbearable for her. On Mar 24, 2009, at 10:17 PM, wrote: so sorry about Bashful. if only there was a way we could get thru to them that we are there to help them, we could do so much more for them. i know lymphoma first hand, had it myself and you are right, that is an awful lot to put anyone thru. even then, it doesn't always work. my oncologist told me that all 3 chemos i had did nothing. i simply went into spontaneous remission 1 year after treatments were stopped. i know prayer had a lot to do with it. that and because God had something else in mind for me. dorlis Heather wrote: I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind on all fronts However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many thoughts will be with her. Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears in our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing her ability to eat and walk. We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you will not be forgotten. Heather ___ 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 Marylyn, Copper & Thomas ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
it takes time, but ferals can be taught to trust us humans. i had 2 and each took around 18 months of concentrated effort before they became lap babies. dorlis "MacKenzie wrote: > I'm so sorry to hear about Bashful, Heather. Prayers for Pepper, > meantime. I do hope she doesn't become chronically depressed. This is > the first time I've heard of an active attempt to treat feral cats' > illness and I really applaud you. I have 2 feral cats and I know how > difficult it is. > Hugs and bless you, > Kerry M > > -Original Message- > From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org > [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Heather > Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 1:25 PM > To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org > Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL > > I would like to add, please also send prayers for Pepper, Bashful's > elderly > buddy who after being treated for scabies recently, is still going > strong at > the Library, but she is FIV+, also more than 10 years old and is > deafBashful was Pepper's "ears" and we know Pepper will miss her > very > much. Please pray for Pepper's safety. > > Heather > > On Mon, Mar 2, 2009 at 1:50 PM, Heather wrote: > > > I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses > in > > the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind > on > > all fronts > > > > However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, > Bashful, > > will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so > that many > > thoughts will be with her. > > > > Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, > she > > disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at > the > > Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back > up she > > was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for > help > > trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two > > days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first > night > > but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had > tears in > > our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen > impairing > > her ability to eat and walk. > > > > We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle > aspirate > > confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. > > > > We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and > already > > unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a > way > > to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. > > > > One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap > is > > leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was > not > > FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the > > dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. > > > > We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've > actually > > got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, > FIV+, > > along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not > > progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of > > course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put > Bashful > > through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good > enough for > > the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my > vet > > and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. > > > > Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help > you--you > > will not be forgotten. > > > > Heather > > > ___ > Felvtalk mailing list > Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org > http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org > > _ > > IRS CIRCULAR 230 NOTICE. Any tax advice expressed above by Mayer Brown LLP > was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, by any taxpayer > to avoid U.S. federal tax penalties. If such advice was written or used to > support the promotion or marketing of the matter addressed above, then each > offeree should seek advice from an independent tax advisor. > This email and any files transmitted with it are intended solely for the use > of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received > this email in error please notify the system manager. If you are not the > named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. > > ___ > 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
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
my prayers for Pepper are already on their way. dorlis Heather wrote: > I would like to add, please also send prayers for Pepper, Bashful's elderly > buddy who after being treated for scabies recently, is still going strong at > the Library, but she is FIV+, also more than 10 years old and is > deafBashful was Pepper's "ears" and we know Pepper will miss her very > much. Please pray for Pepper's safety. > > Heather > > On Mon, Mar 2, 2009 at 1:50 PM, Heather wrote: > > > I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in > > the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind on > > all fronts > > > > However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, > > will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many > > thoughts will be with her. > > > > Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she > > disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the > > Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she > > was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help > > trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two > > days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night > > but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears in > > our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing > > her ability to eat and walk. > > > > We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate > > confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. > > > > We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already > > unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way > > to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. > > > > One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is > > leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not > > FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the > > dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. > > > > We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually > > got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, > > along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not > > progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of > > course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful > > through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for > > the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet > > and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. > > > > Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you > > will not be forgotten. > > > > Heather > > > ___ > 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
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
so sorry about Bashful. if only there was a way we could get thru to them that we are there to help them, we could do so much more for them. i know lymphoma first hand, had it myself and you are right, that is an awful lot to put anyone thru. even then, it doesn't always work. my oncologist told me that all 3 chemos i had did nothing. i simply went into spontaneous remission 1 year after treatments were stopped. i know prayer had a lot to do with it. that and because God had something else in mind for me. dorlis Heather wrote: > I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in > the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind on > all fronts > > However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, > will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many > thoughts will be with her. > > Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she > disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the > Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she > was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help > trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two > days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night > but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears in > our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing > her ability to eat and walk. > > We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate > confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. > > We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already > unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way > to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. > > One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is > leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not > FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the > dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. > > We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually > got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, > along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not > progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of > course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful > through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for > the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet > and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. > > Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you > will not be forgotten. > > Heather > ___ > 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
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
Prayers and thoughts to you on Bashful. You did the kindest thing by helping the kitty go to the bridge so there is no more suffering. I totally understand what your going through as many of us do. Bashful is now free and running with the others at the bridge. Bless you! Please vote! _http://www.care2.com/animalsheltercontest/69145_ (http://www.care2.com/animalsheltercontest/69145) Tazzys Animal Transports/Siamese and Collie Rescue Sultan, WA 98294 TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS SIAMESE & COLLIE RESCUE _http://tazzys.org/_ (http://tazzys.org/index.html) Board Member for national rescue. _http://www.hurricanepetsrescue.org/_ (http://www.hurricanepetsrescue.org/) OTRA VERIFIED TRANSPORTER (On The Road Again) Terrie Mohr-Forker Copyright © 2007-2008 Tazzy's.org. All rights reserved. **Need a job? Find employment help in your area. (http://yellowpages.aol.com/search?query=employment_agencies&ncid=emlcntusyelp0005) ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
Thank you Heather for your story of Bashful.She no longer has to suffer and has many wonderful fur babies to play with now. 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" --- On Mon, 3/2/09, Heather wrote: From: Heather Subject: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc: "Duke, Melanie" Date: Monday, March 2, 2009, 1:50 PM I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind on all fronts However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many thoughts will be with her. Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears in our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing her ability to eat and walk. We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you will not be forgotten. Heather ___ 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
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
How wonderful of all of you to be there with Bashful all this time and right up to the end. That alone will mean so much to her--a familiar face helping her to be at peace and pain free. Having lost my Romeo to Lymphoma earlier this year, I know how quick and devastating it is. Bravo to all of you for loving this little one that much! Christiane Biagi -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Heather Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 1:51 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc: Duke, Melanie Subject: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind on all fronts However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many thoughts will be with her. Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears in our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing her ability to eat and walk. We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you will not be forgotten. Heather ___ 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
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
Bashful is of course so fortunate to have you all - what a great group. May she float to the bridge on gossamer wings, with all our sweet ones. Gloria On Mar 2, 2009, at 12:50 PM, Heather wrote: I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind on all fronts However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many thoughts will be with her. Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears in our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing her ability to eat and walk. We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you will not be forgotten. Heather ___ 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
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
Heather, I am so sorry to hear about Bashful. You are so kind to help her on ther Journey. I will keep Pepper in my prayers. hugs, Sally - > Sally(me), Eric (not a cat),Junior(angel), Tiny(angel) Fluffy(soul mate > angel), Lionel(angel),Speedy, Grey and White, Ittle Bitty, Little Black, > Lily, Daisy, Pewter, Junior Junior, Hotdog (newest) Silver, and Spike > Please Visit my Message board for some pictures. You are welcome to sign > up. > > http://www.k6az.com/ki4spk/index.php?sid=c57c00cf5804ef13853ed6e77a68eed3 > > > ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
I'm so sorry to hear about Bashful, Heather. Prayers for Pepper, meantime. I do hope she doesn't become chronically depressed. This is the first time I've heard of an active attempt to treat feral cats' illness and I really applaud you. I have 2 feral cats and I know how difficult it is. Hugs and bless you, Kerry M -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Heather Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 1:25 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL I would like to add, please also send prayers for Pepper, Bashful's elderly buddy who after being treated for scabies recently, is still going strong at the Library, but she is FIV+, also more than 10 years old and is deafBashful was Pepper's "ears" and we know Pepper will miss her very much. Please pray for Pepper's safety. Heather On Mon, Mar 2, 2009 at 1:50 PM, Heather wrote: > I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in > the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind on > all fronts > > However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, > will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many > thoughts will be with her. > > Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she > disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the > Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she > was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help > trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two > days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night > but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears in > our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing > her ability to eat and walk. > > We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate > confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. > > We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already > unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way > to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. > > One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is > leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not > FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the > dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. > > We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually > got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, > along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not > progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of > course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful > through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for > the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet > and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. > > Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you > will not be forgotten. > > Heather > ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org _ IRS CIRCULAR 230 NOTICE. Any tax advice expressed above by Mayer Brown LLP was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, by any taxpayer to avoid U.S. federal tax penalties. If such advice was written or used to support the promotion or marketing of the matter addressed above, then each offeree should seek advice from an independent tax advisor. This email and any files transmitted with it are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
Heather, I am so sorry for your loss of Bashful. It sounds like you all worked together to keep her as healthy and happy for as long as possible. You chose to let her pass painlessly...bless you and everyone who works with ferals. Debbie "The time is always right to do what is right" - Martin Luther King > Date: Mon, 2 Mar 2009 13:50:53 -0500 > From: furrygi...@gmail.com > To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org > CC: md...@admin.usf.edu > Subject: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL > > I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in > the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind on > all fronts > > However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, > will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many > thoughts will be with her. > > Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she > disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the > Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she > was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help > trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two > days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night > but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears in > our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing > her ability to eat and walk. > > We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate > confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. > > We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already > unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way > to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. > > One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is > leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not > FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the > dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. > > We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually > got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, > along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not > progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of > course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful > through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for > the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet > and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. > > Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you > will not be forgotten. > > Heather > ___ > Felvtalk mailing list > Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org > http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org _ Show them the way! Add maps and directions to your party invites. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowslive/products/events.aspx ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
I would like to add, please also send prayers for Pepper, Bashful's elderly buddy who after being treated for scabies recently, is still going strong at the Library, but she is FIV+, also more than 10 years old and is deafBashful was Pepper's "ears" and we know Pepper will miss her very much. Please pray for Pepper's safety. Heather On Mon, Mar 2, 2009 at 1:50 PM, Heather wrote: > I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in > the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind on > all fronts > > However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, > will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many > thoughts will be with her. > > Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she > disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the > Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she > was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help > trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two > days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night > but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears in > our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing > her ability to eat and walk. > > We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate > confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. > > We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already > unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way > to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. > > One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is > leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not > FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the > dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. > > We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually > got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, > along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not > progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of > course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful > through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for > the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet > and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. > > Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you > will not be forgotten. > > Heather > ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
Thank you Diane & M.C., your thoughts are so much appreciatedI hate not "trying" which is why we did all the diagnostics, but all involved felt that she would not have peace enduring chemo, especially given all aspects of her condition, temprament, and of course that not only was there the known stresses of chemo & frequent appts, injections, but that unexpected things might come up as well depending on how she tolerated it. Thank you for helping us ensure that Bashful is not forgotten...these geriatric feral cats are very special to us, their strength & perseverance is honorable...not to mention the light and love they add to our daily work. On Mon, Mar 2, 2009 at 2:03 PM, Rosenfeldt, Diane wrote: > I'm so sorry, Heather. It sounds like you are doing the exact right > thing for Bashful now. Gentlest of Bridge vibes to her, and hopes for a > passing free from fear and full of the knowledge that she was loved. > > Diane R. > > -Original Message- > From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org > [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Heather > Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 12:51 PM > To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org > Cc: Duke, Melanie > Subject: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL > > I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses > in > the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind > on > all fronts > > However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, > Bashful, > will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that > many > thoughts will be with her. > > Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, > she > disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the > Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up > she > was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for > help > trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two > days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first > night > but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears > in > our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen > impairing > her ability to eat and walk. > > We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle > aspirate > confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. > > We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and > already > unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a > way > to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. > > One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is > leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not > FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the > dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. > > We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've > actually > got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, > FIV+, > along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not > progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of > course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put > Bashful > through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough > for > the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my > vet > and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. > > Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help > you--you > will not be forgotten. > > Heather > ___ > Felvtalk mailing list > Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org > http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org > This electronic mail transmission and any attachments are confidential and > may be privileged. > They should be read or retained only by the intended recipient. If you > have received this > transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the > transmission from > your system. In addition, in order to comply with Treasury Circular 230, > we are required to > inform you that unless we have specifically stated to the contrary in > writing, any advice we > provide in this email or any attachment concerning federal tax issues or > submissions is not > intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, to avoid federal tax > penalties. > > > ___ > 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
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
I'm so sorry, Heather. It sounds like you are doing the exact right thing for Bashful now. Gentlest of Bridge vibes to her, and hopes for a passing free from fear and full of the knowledge that she was loved. Diane R. -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Heather Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 12:51 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc: Duke, Melanie Subject: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind on all fronts However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many thoughts will be with her. Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears in our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing her ability to eat and walk. We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you will not be forgotten. Heather ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org This electronic mail transmission and any attachments are confidential and may be privileged. They should be read or retained only by the intended recipient. If you have received this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the transmission from your system. In addition, in order to comply with Treasury Circular 230, we are required to inform you that unless we have specifically stated to the contrary in writing, any advice we provide in this email or any attachment concerning federal tax issues or submissions is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, to avoid federal tax penalties. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
a, you DID help her, for sure. maybe not the way you wanted to, but when the deepest pain passes, you'll realize what a gift you've given her by noticing she was missing, and was ill, and doing all that you could, and granting her a safe and gentle passage. fly sweetly, bashful; you'll never be hungry or scared or cold again. and because someone who loved you shared your story, you'll never be forgotten. MC On Mon, Mar 2, 2009 at 1:50 PM, Heather wrote: > I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in > the last months as well as rescue "emergencies" which has me so behind on > all fronts > > However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, > will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that > many > thoughts will be with her. > > Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she > disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the > Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up > she > was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help > trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two > days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first > night > but just a bit of food made her choke & cough so horribly, we had tears in > our eyes just hearing & watching. Her neck was very, very swollen > impairing > her ability to eat and walk. > > We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate > confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. > > We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already > unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way > to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. > > One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is > leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not > FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the > dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. > > We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually > got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, > FIV+, > along with Toxoplasmosis & possible eye tumor which has not > progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of > course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful > through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough > for > the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet > and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. > > Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you > will not be forgotten. > > Heather > ___ > Felvtalk mailing list > Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org > http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org > -- Spay & Neuter Your Neighbors! Maybe That'll Make The Difference MaryChristine Special-Needs Coordinator, Purebred Cat Breed Rescue (www.purebredcats.org) Member, SCAT (Special-Cat Action Team) ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
