Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever
right. when you explain to companies why you are asking, they (most anyway) are happy to help you with all information needed. as long as you are not implying that their product is defective in any way. since we have a special need, it helps get info. dorlis Belinda Sauro ma...@bemikitties.com wrote: Honestly I wouldn't take the chance until I called the company and asked them specifically if there was any onion in any form in it, that is my own personal opinion .. I know a lot of things that don't say onion on the label have it in the food as flavoring. The one that is really tricky are the ones that say natural flavor. I would be afraid to risk it especially with a positive who is already struggling with a weakened immune system. I am over cautious I guess. -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... http://bemikitties.com http://BelindaSauro.com ___ 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] General seems to have a fever
another thing you have to watch for is SALT. human foods are loaded with it and it does not do the kidneys any good. that is why i cook most of my own food these days, i control what goes into it. dorlis Chris ti...@mindspring.com wrote: Ingredients off web site Chicken Breast Meat, Water, Seasoning ( Salt, Chicken Broth and Flavors), Modified Food Starch, Sodium Phosphates. Christiane Biagi Cell: 914-720-6888 ti...@mindspring.com Volunteer-St. Bernard Parish Animal Shelter http://www.flickr.com/photos/sbpshelter/sets/72157603921945483/ -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of souther...@aol.com Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 11:46 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever I just won't give it to him any more. It's Tyson canned chicken breast. ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ 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
Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever
another thing you have to watch for is SALT. human foods are loaded with it and it does not do the kidneys any good. that is why i cook most of my own food these days, i control what goes into it. dorlis Chris ti...@mindspring.com wrote: Ingredients off web site Chicken Breast Meat, Water, Seasoning ( Salt, Chicken Broth and Flavors), Modified Food Starch, Sodium Phosphates. Christiane Biagi Cell: 914-720-6888 ti...@mindspring.com Volunteer-St. Bernard Parish Animal Shelter http://www.flickr.com/photos/sbpshelter/sets/72157603921945483/ -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of souther...@aol.com Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 11:46 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever I just won't give it to him any more. It's Tyson canned chicken breast. ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ 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
Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever
Well, he ate the broth of the canned chicken I had (regular people Tyson white meat canned chicken) and then he ate 3 or 4 bites of the actual meat. This morning he's done the same thing. No cat food but he'll drink that broth and eat some of the meat. He's much perkier today and as far as I can tell, no fever (cool ears, cool wet nose, moving around, more social.) So we're better. I just wish I knew what I was doing! Sidney and the General ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp;icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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Hi Sidney, Hi Sidney, I know you said you are not really familiar with kitties and there needs so this is an FYI to help, please don't give any broth that you have bought in the store to a cat, it almost certainly contains onion as part of the flavoring and onion is very deadly to cats, it causes anemia. Any processed food product that contains things like natural flavor or spices, is sure to have onion in it one of those things and is very dangerous for any cat. If he'll eat broth, buy chicken, even if you just get scraps from the meat section or the butcher, boil it and get broth that way. FeLV cats most definitely don't need to eat anything that cause anemia. This site has a list of other foods that are harmful or just not so good for cats: http://cats.about.com/cs/catfood/a/humanfood.htm http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=0aid=1108 and about the garlic mentioned in this one, some people think it is OK, but I figure if there is a chance it can be harmful, why take the chance, that is my personal opinion only. http://www.pugsavers.com/onions.html A safe baby food to give is, Gerber 2nd stage meats they don't contain onion, and Beechnut 1st stage meats, the ingredients are right on the bottles, check to make sure but I'm pretty sure these are what I use and they do not contain onion powder as seasoning. Fred my CRF kitty wth kidney issues gets them to take his medicines. http://amos.indiana.edu/library/scripts/toxiconions.html http://www.suite101.com/blog/shaya_weaver/onions_are_toxic_for_cats_and_dogs Other things to never give cats except in very rare cases under the supervision of a vet is aspirins, even baby aspirin or anything containing salicylate is dangerous for cats. http://www.petplace.com/cats/aspirin-toxicity-in-cats/page1.aspx http://www.cat-world.com.au/AspirinPoisoning.htm Certain plants are deadly for cat: http://www.cfainc.org/articles/plants.html http://cats.about.com/od/hazardousplants/Plants_for_Pets_Hazardous_and_Safe.htm This should help you with some of the dont's related to caring for a cat, they are marvelous, mysterious creatures and you'll enjoy the relationship with General like no other. I never knew about these things back when I was caring for my first dog and cat after leaving home on my own, no computers at that time. I found out thankfully before I did any harm to my pets. Thank you for taking General in and caring for him. Your in for a fun, magical adventure!! -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... http://bemikitties.com http://BelindaSauro.com ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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This is just canned chicken, not broth, and the can says 100% canned chicken. It doesn't say anything about any spices. ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp;icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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Do you have the brand name and a phone number, I would be happy to call and ask about the onion? -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... http://bemikitties.com http://BelindaSauro.com ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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I just won't give it to him any more. It's Tyson canned chicken breast. ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever
Important to keep him eating his normal amount of foodto avoid liver failure. I didn't know this when I was pleased with a few bites of chicken. Please get more info at Feline Assisted Feeding (yahoo group) about this. They are the experts on eating issues L -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of souther...@aol.com Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 9:35 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever Well, he ate the broth of the canned chicken I had (regular people Tyson white meat canned chicken) and then he ate 3 or 4 bites of the actual meat. This morning he's done the same thing. No cat food but he'll drink that broth and eat some of the meat. He's much perkier today and as far as I can tell, no fever (cool ears, cool wet nose, moving around, more social.) So we're better. I just wish I knew what I was doing! Sidney and the General ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp;icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaol com0025) ___ 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] General seems to have a fever
I suspect the Tyson's is fine. Important to keep him eating his normal amount of food Here is the suggested group: http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/Feline-Assisted-Feeding/ info from the site: Feline Hepatic Lipidosis (FHL), Hepatic Lipidosis (HL), Fatty Liver Disease (FLD) or Syndrome (FLS)-regardless of the acronym, this is a serious and potentially deadly disease that every cat owner needs to be aware of. Any cat who isn't eating OR isn't eating enough is at risk. This is a case where an ounce of prevention is not only worth a pound of cure-it could be worth its weight in gold: your cat's life. This is not meant simply to alarm you. Anyone who has battled Hepatic Lipidosis wishes only one thing: to help others avoid it. If you suspect your cat may be at risk or may have FHL, please discuss the concern with your vet as soon as possible. The Basics: Unlike many other animals, cats are not able to efficiently break down fat stores in their bodies. When a cat is not consuming sufficient calories, the body begins to mobilize fat stores, sending them to the liver to be broken down. The cat's unfortunate inefficiency at this process causes the liver to essentially become clogged with fat and induces an acute form of liver failure: Hepatic Lipidosis. Overweight cats are more likely to develop HL, but not all fat cats get HL and not all cats who get HL are fat. Any cat not consuming sufficient calories is at risk FHL is acute, not chronic. It can be cured completely and is unlikely to reoccur. It could, but as anyone who has beaten the disease knows, you will forever after watch your cat like a hawk! The Cause: FHL is caused by not eating enough, but this can result from a vast number of medical conditions. It is also possible for cats to develop idiopathic HL, which means it doesn't have a specific medical cause, and could be a result of something as simple as stress. Inappetance for more than a day or two is a sign that something is very wrong, and it is best to seek vet care ASAP both to determine the cause of the inappetance and to assess the possibility of FHL. The Symptoms and Diagnosis: Cats with FHL often become jaundiced (yellowed) which can most readily be seen on the whites of the eyes, inside the ears, gums and roof of mouth. BUT because this is a sort of after-effect of the liver damage, the cat is already severely ill by the time it is visible. Simple blood tests can be used to determine the likelihood of HL (ALT/ALP/AST liver numbers are generally elevated) often before jaundice is apparent. Bilirubin will rise sharply also, and is what causes the jaundice. This is why it is critical to alert your vet that your cat has not been eating if it has been more than a day or two. If FHL is suspected from the blood test, tests such as x-rays, ultrasound, a biopsy or fine-needle aspirate (FNA) can be used to confirm and make the diagnosis. The most important thing is that a vet is able to diagnose HL *before* it becomes severe enough to cause jaundice. And the earlier it is caught, the better the odds of survival. The Cure: Food. Not three bites of Fancy Feast. Not two licks of gravy. Not a corner of cheese nor twelve kibbles. A cat with FHL must consume (and keep down) enough calories to reverse the process and allow the liver to heal. Because FHL makes a cat feel even LESS like eating, assisted- feeding is essential and usually involves a recovery diet such as a/d or Max Cal. IF you have a cooperative cat, syringe feeding *may* be an option. But with FHL, there is no time to lose. If you are unable to get those critical calories INTO the cat by handfeeding/spoonfeeding or syringe-feeding, a feeding tube should be discussed. BEFORE you rule this out, please be aware that they are neither painful nor uncomfortable for the cat, nor difficult to use. They reduce feeding stress, and many cats look forward to their tube-feedings. Plus, many medications can be given by tube. Complications are rare. There are a number of tube options, but an esophagostomy or e-tube is most commonly used for HL as they are inexpensive to place and are for comparatively short term use. PEG tubes or in certain instances J- tubes may be considered. Statistics vary, but the chances of survival are greatly increased by the use of a feeding tube. The time to recovery for FHL will vary depending on the cat and the severity of the disease, but it is usually a matter of weeks. There are no specific medications for FHL, although supplements to help support the liver and anti-nausea medications may be prescribed. Cats with feeding tubes are usually given antibiotics to avoid infections while the tube is in place. Consider the food to be the medication, and be just as diligent in giving it as you would any other. AVOIDING HL: A measure of caution and some simple steps can help you avoid ever
Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever
Ingredients off web site Chicken Breast Meat, Water, Seasoning ( Salt, Chicken Broth and Flavors), Modified Food Starch, Sodium Phosphates. Christiane Biagi Cell: 914-720-6888 ti...@mindspring.com Volunteer-St. Bernard Parish Animal Shelter http://www.flickr.com/photos/sbpshelter/sets/72157603921945483/ -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of souther...@aol.com Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 11:46 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever I just won't give it to him any more. It's Tyson canned chicken breast. ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ 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] General seems to have a fever
Try the Gerber baby food-2nd stage. Also, if you get some raw chicken (dark meat is fine--wings, legs, etc), just boil it up in a bit of water--nothing added. Then you can give him the broth and the chicken. Christiane Biagi Cell: 914-720-6888 ti...@mindspring.com Volunteer-St. Bernard Parish Animal Shelter http://www.flickr.com/photos/sbpshelter/sets/72157603921945483/ -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of souther...@aol.com Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 11:46 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever I just won't give it to him any more. It's Tyson canned chicken breast. ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ 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] General seems to have a fever
Safer. True. -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Chris Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 11:10 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever Try the Gerber baby food-2nd stage. Also, if you get some raw chicken (dark meat is fine--wings, legs, etc), just boil it up in a bit of water--nothing added. Then you can give him the broth and the chicken. Christiane Biagi Cell: 914-720-6888 ti...@mindspring.com Volunteer-St. Bernard Parish Animal Shelter http://www.flickr.com/photos/sbpshelter/sets/72157603921945483/ -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of souther...@aol.com Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 11:46 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever I just won't give it to him any more. It's Tyson canned chicken breast. ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ 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
Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever
Mine like Gerber turkey and Gerber chicken. Some like one and some like the other. L -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Chris Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 11:10 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever Try the Gerber baby food-2nd stage. Also, if you get some raw chicken (dark meat is fine--wings, legs, etc), just boil it up in a bit of water--nothing added. Then you can give him the broth and the chicken. Christiane Biagi ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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Please be careful when feeding Tyson products. Their chickens are loaded with steriods! Yes we can! - Barack Obama Sally --- On Sun, 12/28/08, Chris ti...@mindspring.com wrote: From: Chris ti...@mindspring.com Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Date: Sunday, December 28, 2008, 11:07 AM Ingredients off web site Chicken Breast Meat, Water, Seasoning ( Salt, Chicken Broth and Flavors), Modified Food Starch, Sodium Phosphates. Christiane Biagi Cell: 914-720-6888 ti...@mindspring.com Volunteer-St. Bernard Parish Animal Shelter http://www.flickr.com/photos/sbpshelter/sets/72157603921945483/ -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of souther...@aol.com Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 11:46 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever I just won't give it to him any more. It's Tyson canned chicken breast. ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ 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
[Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever
he hasn't eaten again today. he was eating fine the last few days, but today he didn't eat and he's staying in his bed and really isn't communicating with anyone, and this is a social cat. His little nose and his ears are warm. No jaundice of his eyes or gums that I can see. He was sneezing a lot yesterday and this morning. Not now. But he's breathing fine. he just isn't getting out of his bed. He's stayed totally in the bed for the last 6 hours I know. My vet isn't open again until Monday. Is there anything I need to be doing? Remember I know nothing about cats. I tried doing some googling, and it scared me to death! Sidney and the General ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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If he has an upper respiratory infection he could be having trouble smelling and cats eat by smell. If he has a fever, he won't want to eat...If he hasn't eaten all day (and yesterday)? he is getting into risk of liver failure. Join the feline assisted feeding yahoo group immediately and find out what to do to get him eating. Do you have an ER clinic in your area? I recommend syringe feeding him. First offer him canned tuna or some cooked chicken thighs. ANYTHING. If he still won't eat, water down canned food with warm water and syringe feed him. The FAF group can give more detailed suggestions. Prayers for the General. The FAF group is great. L -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of souther...@aol.com Sent: Saturday, December 27, 2008 8:02 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever he hasn't eaten again today. he was eating fine the last few days, but today he didn't eat and he's staying in his bed and really isn't communicating with anyone, and this is a social cat. His little nose and his ears are warm. No jaundice of his eyes or gums that I can see. He was sneezing a lot yesterday and this morning. Not now. But he's breathing fine. he just isn't getting out of his bed. He's stayed totally in the bed for the last 6 hours I know. My vet isn't open again until Monday. Is there anything I need to be doing? Remember I know nothing about cats. I tried doing some googling, and it scared me to death! Sidney and the General ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ 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
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Try baby food meat. Junior loved the turkey, just be sure there is no onion in it. I forget which brands are appropriate. It has been a while since I had to entice Junior. Also try the L lysine added to it cause the URI could be frome the herpes virus and this will help. Be sure he doesn't get dehydrated either. I will be praying for the General. I know how hard this is for you. Sally On 12/27/08, souther...@aol.com souther...@aol.com wrote: he hasn't eaten again today. he was eating fine the last few days, but today he didn't eat and he's staying in his bed and really isn't communicating with anyone, and this is a social cat. His little nose and his ears are warm. No jaundice of his eyes or gums that I can see. He was sneezing a lot yesterday and this morning. Not now. But he's breathing fine. he just isn't getting out of his bed. He's stayed totally in the bed for the last 6 hours I know. My vet isn't open again until Monday. Is there anything I need to be doing? Remember I know nothing about cats. I tried doing some googling, and it scared me to death! Sidney and the General ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org -- Sally, Eric (not a cat),Junior(angel), Tiny(angel) Fluffy(soul mate angel), Speedy, Grey and White, Ittle Bitty, Little Black, Lily, Daisy, Pewter, Junior Junior (newest) I call him JJ , 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
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he has only failed to eat today. He was eating fine yesterday. He perked up a little just in the last 10 minutes, came over and made biscuits on my tummy and nowhe's taking a bath in the recliner :-) THANKS ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever
Try to get him to eat anything--preferably something with liquid in it for water. Tuna water from canned tuna sometimes work. Then start going thru your refrigerator and try a morsel of anything and everything--cold cuts, yogurt, cold chicken, beef, cheese--just remember that's what important is not what he eats but that he eats something. Also try spoon feeding him a bit and see if he'll lick the food a bit. There is something called Nutrical which comes in a tube--most cats like it. You put a little strip of it on your finger and they lick it up. You should be able to find it in any pet store and it contains lots of nutrients as well as moisture. Christiane Biagi Cell: 914-720-6888 ti...@mindspring.com Volunteer-St. Bernard Parish Animal Shelter http://www.flickr.com/photos/sbpshelter/sets/72157603921945483/ -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of souther...@aol.com Sent: Saturday, December 27, 2008 10:13 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] General seems to have a fever he has only failed to eat today. He was eating fine yesterday. He perked up a little just in the last 10 minutes, came over and made biscuits on my tummy and nowhe's taking a bath in the recliner :-) THANKS ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ 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] General seems to have a fever
Hmmm - these are the options I'd consider: 1) sub q fluids 2) if a URI, some safe 4-hour nose drops, seems like Little Noses or 4-hr neosynephrine 3) Yup, like somebody said, syringe feed chicken baby food Gloria On Dec 27, 2008, at 8:02 PM, souther...@aol.com wrote: he hasn't eaten again today. he was eating fine the last few days, but today he didn't eat and he's staying in his bed and really isn't communicating with anyone, and this is a social cat. His little nose and his ears are warm. No jaundice of his eyes or gums that I can see. He was sneezing a lot yesterday and this morning. Not now. But he's breathing fine. he just isn't getting out of his bed. He's stayed totally in the bed for the last 6 hours I know. My vet isn't open again until Monday. Is there anything I need to be doing? Remember I know nothing about cats. I tried doing some googling, and it scared me to death! Sidney and the General ** One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpamp ; icid=aolcom40vanityamp;ncid=emlcntaolcom0025) ___ 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
