Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-18 Thread Taylor Scobie Humphrey
Samoyeds are such characters! Taylor Scobie Humphrey [EMAIL PROTECTED] On May 8, 2007, at 1:32 PM, Kelley Saveika wrote: I'm waiting until I am no longer actively rescuing. I will also then get a Samoyed:) Probably when I'm 70. Then the Samoyed rescue people will not adopt me one cuz I'm

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-18 Thread Taylor Scobie Humphrey
I used to have TERRIBLE sinus headaches from allergies--terrible! And when I look at little smushy-faces I always think that they might have awful sinus headaches. Maybe that's why they're so quiet. The Party Pooper Taylor Scobie Humphrey [EMAIL PROTECTED] On May 8, 2007, at 12:58 PM,

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?) - householdremedies

2007-05-09 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
The vet I worked for use super glue exclusively instead of tissue glue. In fact, we once ran out in the middle of puppy dew claw removal, and I had to run to the store and buy a tube! It's also a great thing to have on hand in any human emergency kit for the same reason. I use it all the time to

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-09 Thread Linda Johnson
Is this source online? If so, where? I'm buying mine for $17.99 + tax! --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've been told by a country vet that Neosporin is safe to use in animal's eyes as well. I don't, I buy terramycin (I found a source for only $8 a tube), but it's

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-09 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?) - householdremedies

2007-05-09 Thread MaryChristine
we are SUCH an odd group of people. On 5/9/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The vet I worked for use super glue exclusively instead of tissue glue. In fact, we once ran out in the middle of puppy dew claw removal, and I had to run to the store and buy a tube! It's also a great

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-09 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
I posted this to the OT group earlier today, but I guess not everyone has joined it, so here it is here: Terramycin eye antibiotic ointment for under $9: http://www.petedge.com/shopping/product/detailmain.jsp?itemID=2336itemType=PRODUCTiMainCat=306iSubCat=317iSubSubCat=320iProductID=2336 A cat

Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Nina
Sheryl, Kelley and Susan are talking about Terramycin ointment, (you can get it otc at better pet supply stores). I've never heard of using regular topical neosporin in somebody's eyes. I would have been uncomfortable trying that. BNP, (bacitracin, polymixin, neomycin) is available with a

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Sheryl Spagg
I was told to use it by a vet tech. I was hesitant to try it, but did on 2 of the babies. I didn't rub it on their eyes themselves, just around them. Within hours the eyes were cleared up and the yuckies have not come back... --- Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sheryl, Kelley and Susan are

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Susan Hoffman
I would be afraid to use topical neosporin. I love BNP but also keep plenty of terramycin and saline solution on hand. Sheryl Spagg [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was told to use it by a vet tech. I was hesitant to try it, but did on 2 of the babies. I didn't rub it on their eyes themselves, just

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?) - household remedies

2007-05-08 Thread Nina
I read on the net that some breeders, (dog breeders that is), use regular crazy glue the way you would surgical glue for cuts that may otherwise require a stitch or two, (using it on themselves as well). We should look for a book that lists household remedies for common veterinary problems.

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?) - household remedies

2007-05-08 Thread Kelley Saveika
Ok, I have to say that would be too much for my comfort level (with my cats or me!):) On 5/8/07, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I read on the net that some breeders, (dog breeders that is), use regular crazy glue the way you would surgical glue for cuts that may otherwise require a stitch or

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Kelley Saveika
Isn't that funny? I have had NO luck with BNP. I went through an entire bottle with no results at all. Terramycin works so much better for me. I wonder if it is the strain of URI? On 5/8/07, Susan Hoffman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would be afraid to use topical neosporin. I love BNP but

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Susan Hoffman
My vet tells me terramycin is good for herpes eye infections. He has prescribed ghentimycin for corneal ulcers. He prescribes the BNP for other eye infections and irritations. Kelley Saveika [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Isn't that funny? I have had NO luck with BNP. I went through an entire

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Kelley Saveika
Maybe this is all herpes then? Sigh. On 5/8/07, Susan Hoffman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My vet tells me terramycin is good for herpes eye infections. He has prescribed ghentimycin for corneal ulcers. He prescribes the BNP for other eye infections and irritations. Kelley Saveika [EMAIL

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread MaryChristine
are you guys using ointment or drops? i now use ointment as often as i can, because it last longers (takes longer for the tears to wash it away, basically) and i've used the plain neosporin one whole episode through misunderstand. worked anyway ah, the things (and ways!) we learn!

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Kelley Saveika
Terramycin i use ointment..triple antibiotic I use drops...Sometimes I have to have drops so i can get them in the nose, though I guess I could use both. On 5/8/07, MaryChristine [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: are you guys using ointment or drops? i now use ointment as often as i can, because it

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread MaryChristine
yeah, drops are good for the nose addition, for sure! (unless you're working with persians, in which case you can't always FIND the nose.) On 5/8/07, Kelley Saveika [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Terramycin i use ointment..triple antibiotic I use drops...Sometimes I have to have drops so i can

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Nina
MC, have I told you lately how glad I am that you are active on this list? Along with your freely sharing all that hard earned wisdom, no matter what is going on you seem always able to wrestle a snort of laughter out of me. Nina MaryChristine wrote: yeah, drops are good for the nose

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?) - household remedies

2007-05-08 Thread MaryChristine
just heard of a groomer who cut off a dog's ear and tried to reattach it with superglue and never mentioned it to the owners--til the ear fell out and they were a little upset. On 5/8/07, Kelley Saveika [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ok, I have to say that would be too much for my comfort level

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread MaryChristine
:::blushes (but have you ever TRIED to find the nose-holes on an extreme-faced persian? and forget all you know about pilling the little beasts--their mouths are so tiny, it's hard to get your finger in there, and the back of their throats and the front are barely any distance apart..)

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Kelley Saveika
I love the doll faced persians myself, one day I will have one:) On 5/8/07, MaryChristine [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: :::blushes (but have you ever TRIED to find the nose-holes on an extreme-faced persian? and forget all you know about pilling the little beasts--their mouths are so tiny, it's

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread MaryChristine
yep, they're a LITTLE easier to medicate but after being at the sanctuary, i can medicate ANYTHING--except my own cats! them it's still a struggle On 5/8/07, Kelley Saveika [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I love the doll faced persians myself, one day I will have one:) On 5/8/07,

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Kelley Saveika
Oh, well, it isn't that they are easier to medicate, it is just that I want one:) On 5/8/07, MaryChristine [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: yep, they're a LITTLE easier to medicate but after being at the sanctuary, i can medicate ANYTHING--except my own cats! them it's still a struggle On

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Nina
Kelley, Pardon me, but are you crazy? (Look who's talking). Have you never heard the saying Be careful what you wish for? Not that I have anything against Persians of any nose length, but com'on girl, you have your paws full already! Nina Kelley Saveika wrote: Oh, well, it isn't that

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Kelley Saveika
I'm waiting until I am no longer actively rescuing. I will also then get a Samoyed:) Probably when I'm 70. Then the Samoyed rescue people will not adopt me one cuz I'm too old.:p On 5/8/07, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kelley, Pardon me, but are you crazy? (Look who's talking). Have you

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread TenHouseCats
and it's not like she isn't in close contact with at least two persian rescuers that i know of.. On 5/8/07, Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kelley, Pardon me, but are you crazy? (Look who's talking). Have you never heard the saying Be careful what you wish for? Not that I have anything

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Sheryl Spagg
I love Samoyeds...I rescue and own American Eskimo's which are a smaller version of the Samoyed...they are so beautiful!! Sheryl --- Kelley Saveika [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm waiting until I am no longer actively rescuing. I will also then get a Samoyed:) Probably when I'm 70. Then the

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread Susan Hoffman
I prefer ointment for the eyes Kelley Saveika [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Terramycin i use ointment..triple antibiotic I use drops...Sometimes I have to have drops so i can get them in the nose, though I guess I could use both. On 5/8/07, MaryChristine wrote: are you guys using ointment or

Re: Eye ointments (was OT- Cheap source of Zithromax?)

2007-05-08 Thread PEC2851
In a message dated 5/8/07 1:34:05 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: yeah, drops are good for the nose addition, for sure! MC, again, you are a wealth of wisdom And, I remember [SURPRISE, SURPRISE!!!] using the drops nasally when I was active w/ shelter. I was