[Felvtalk] New member, advice needed please!

2008-10-24 Thread amanda
help, information would be truely appreciated!! hugs and purrs Amanda and Tora. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org

[Felvtalk] fungal infections? and What to feed?

2008-11-07 Thread amanda
infections and medications and what do you all feed your FeLV cats? I have anorther FeLV cat who does well on raw, but when I give him cat treats he gets a stomach ache, Please any advice would be really appreciated!!! hugs and purrs Amanda

[Felvtalk] Re; Romeo is gone..

2008-11-13 Thread amanda
and purrs Amanda. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org

[Felvtalk] Lyphoma treatment options

2008-11-26 Thread amanda
and she died within two months! So I am very scared, especially as my cat now seems well , but I know he needs help with the fluid in his chest, the vet drained one side today, but couldn`t get any from the other side out. your advice would be greatly appreciated! Amanda in Japan

[Felvtalk] my cat died age 7, have anorther FeLV cat, please advise, (long)

2008-12-28 Thread amanda
Hi all, I'm Amanda I live in Japan, I don't know if I was a member here before or not, I keep going from group to group, but I need advice please. I just lost last week my beloved cat he was minus 4 months almost 7 years old! He was diagnosed when he was about 1 1/2 years old along with his

[Felvtalk] immune strenghthener this looks good!

2009-01-06 Thread amanda
! I'll update on my kitty from time to time to tell you if it helps him :) hugs Amanda and Tora , Nora and Tabby ( Angel Silver chan) ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org

[Felvtalk] Tora's under jaw lymp node swollen

2009-01-08 Thread amanda
! Please advise! hugs Amanda and Tora. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org

[Felvtalk] Survey and Thankyou....

2009-02-08 Thread amanda
it all the time, I just thought he had thrown it, but thats for anorther message! hugs and purrs to you all and I can really see that you all tried your best and are continueing to do your best for your precious FeLV kitties! Amanda and Tora and Angel Silver chan

[Felvtalk] Bashful rest in peace

2009-03-04 Thread amanda
Hi Heather, I am thinking of you all, I know all about lymphoma, and I wouldn't put anorther cat of mine through chemo, both my cats got worst after chemo, so I personally think you choose the kindest thing for Bashful, hugs and special prayers for you all, Amanda and Tora (FeLV) Tabby and Nora

[Felvtalk] Mega C Plus (Dr Belfield's) anyone know the ingredients?

2009-03-07 Thread amanda
Hi all, My FeLV cat Tora is doing fine, still sometimes issues with the stomatitis, but doing much better. I have been reading with interest about the Mega C and would like to try it, but can't seem to find the ingredients listed, anybody here know? Thanks!! Amanda and Tora , Angel Silver chan

[Felvtalk] Re; Charlotte possitive

2009-04-12 Thread amanda
them all. My cat always took Co Q10 daily and DMG mixed into his raw meat diet and he lived to be almost 7! He had a heart problem too! Good luck!! hugs and purrs Amanda and the 3 tabby cats and Angel Silver chan. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk

[Felvtalk] Tora maybe got the beginnings of lymphoma

2009-04-14 Thread amanda
outside dueing the day in the garden will often catch birds. i wanted to get him neutered, but the vet doesn't think it's a good time, what shall I do? wait? any advice would be greatly appreciated!! hugs and purrs Amanda and the 3 tabby cats and Angel Silver chan

[Felvtalk] Tora has died

2009-10-02 Thread amanda
each other :) I am glad that Tora wont be alone in Heaven Thankyou all as always for all your advice and help over the past year.. I love you all hugs and purrs Amanda and cats. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http

[Felvtalk] FELV Community

2011-12-29 Thread Amanda Vollaro
Hi there all, just wanted to introduce myself and start some dialog concerning my cat community. I live out East on Long Island and my town is affected greatly by FIV and FELV cats. I have been a rescuer for 20 years and never seen outbreaks so fearsome. For over 15 years I never had FELV

Re: [Felvtalk] FELV Community

2011-12-30 Thread Amanda Vollaro
...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Amanda Vollaro Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2011 5:05 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] FELV Community Hi there all, just wanted to introduce myself and start some dialog concerning my cat community. I live out East on Long Island and my

[Felvtalk] Kiss results bad..

2012-02-02 Thread Amanda Vollaro
Lymphocytes 1183 13 1200-8000 /uL LOW Monocytes 91 1 0-600 /uL Eosinophils 0 0 0-1000 /uL Basophils 0 0 0-150 /uL Amanda Vollaro avoll...@optonline.net ___ Felvtalk mailing

Re: [Felvtalk] Kiss results bad..

2012-02-02 Thread Amanda Vollaro
That's exactly what the vet said. Just spoke to him, and his response was: better get the antibiotic to treat for them into the cat as soon as possible, rather than waiting on test results. I agreed with him. Amanda Vollaro avoll...@optonline.net - Original Message - From: Beth

Re: [Felvtalk] Kiss The Cat Prescriptions

2012-02-03 Thread Amanda Vollaro
him today, and feeding him in small meals whenever he will take them. I'm guessing getting through the first three days will be the toughest. Per the vet we'll see if he's responding well by then. So far it's been touch-and-go. Wish us luck! Amanda Vollaro avoll...@optonline.net - Original

[Felvtalk] Urgent Advice Needed

2012-02-10 Thread Amanda Vollaro
get him on the phone as he is in surgery, and I have another cat who has stopped eating and is lethargic. I need her to get the appropriate treatment quickly, she is the mother of most of our brood and is very special to us. Thanks, Amanda Vollaro avoll...@optonline.net 516-350-0131

Re: [Felvtalk] Urgent Advice Needed

2012-02-10 Thread Amanda Vollaro
does mostly surgery (semi retired) and I'm going to have a devil of a time trying to get to see her. But I'm going to try. Amanda Vollaro avoll...@optonline.net - Original Message - From: Beth create_me_...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, February 10, 2012 9:36 PM

Re: [Felvtalk] Searching For Foster People / No Kill / Rescues in NY on Long Island

2012-10-10 Thread Amanda Vollaro
Hey all, I've been a lurker here for quite a while - lost a batch of yearlings to FeLV about a year ago, and your advice has taught me quite a bit about treatment of young cats that came up positive. I've been lucky in that most of my kitten rescues turned out negative, but I am working with

Re: [Felvtalk] FW: Searching For Foster People / No Kill / Rescues in NY on Long Island

2012-10-11 Thread Amanda Vollaro
on. Oh, could you post the Animal SOS Alert URL? Id like to take a look and see if I should join. Thanks! Amanda Vollaro avoll...@optonline.net - Original Message - From: Natalie To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, October 10, 2012 5:47 PM Subject: [Felvtalk] FW

Re: [Felvtalk] Scoopable Litter

2012-10-11 Thread Amanda Vollaro
of both dry and wet cat food, and I'm running up a bill that's about $100 per week! Argh. Amanda Vollaro avoll...@optonline.net 516-350-0131 - Original Message - From: dlg...@windstream.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, October 11, 2012 11:39 AM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk

Re: [Felvtalk] STORM QUESTIONS/ OUTCOME - NOV 5

2012-11-11 Thread Amanda Vollaro
airing the place out, we've finally got some good weather! Amanda Vollaro avoll...@optonline.net - Original Message - From: dot winkler To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, November 05, 2012 10:53 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] STORM QUESTIONS/ OUTCOME - NOV 5 Hi

Re: [Felvtalk] Nasal Congestion

2012-11-11 Thread Amanda Vollaro
this in the bathroom so that when they sneeze afterwards you can clean up well. Usually after the squirt they will sneeze once or twice, clearing all of the congestion in an instant! It helps with moisturizing their sinuses and gives them relief immediately. Amanda Vollaro avoll...@optonline.net 516-350

[Felvtalk] What to feed a finicky, sick kitten?

2013-05-02 Thread Amanda Payne
before I make that call. So, my question is, what do you give your cat that they just can't say no to? I'd love and appreciate any suggestions! Thank you, -Amanda ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman

Re: [Felvtalk] Napoleon lost his battle

2013-04-18 Thread Amanda K. Payne
that for Napoleon, Willie and all the other kitties you've taken care of. So many cats, whether healthy or unhealthy, don't get to experience kindness, love, safety or care yet your kitties have known nothing but that. Sincerely, -Amanda On Thu, Apr 18, 2013 at 4:38 AM, Lorrie felineres

Re: [Felvtalk] What to feed a finicky, sick kitten?

2013-05-05 Thread Amanda K. Payne
or in my yard). However, I feel that as long as she's up and about, using her litter box, playing and drinking water, I owe it to her to try to get her to eat. -Amanda ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org

Re: [Felvtalk] Introduction

2013-05-20 Thread Amanda K. Payne
experiences. I know there are many cat owners and vets who are curious about this medication. Best, -Amanda On Mon, May 20, 2013 at 12:21 PM, Margo toomanykitti...@earthlink.netwrote: Hi Beth, Welcome, but sorry you have to be here. Just have time for a quick note, but I'll be back

Re: [Felvtalk] Introduction

2013-05-20 Thread Amanda K. Payne
wrote: Amanda (and everyone else), Have you heard of RetroMAD1? A friend of mine suggested it. http://blog.lepak.com/2011/02/au-tests-retromad1-new-wonder-drug.html Maybe I'm grasping at straws, but I cannot give up without a good fight. There has got to be something that works. --Beth

Re: [Felvtalk] Meowko passed, and interferon alpha 2b available

2013-05-28 Thread Amanda K. Payne
shared. Sincerely, -Amanda On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 7:48 AM, Michele Fougeres atomicbetti...@hotmail.com wrote: Dear Catherine, I'm flooded with tears after reading your story with Meowko, what a lucky cat she was to have you and your hubby in her life. She brought you and your husband

Re: [Felvtalk] Ember exam

2013-05-28 Thread Amanda K. Payne
Lance, I'm definitely keeping you and Ember in my thoughts! I hope her procedure tomorrow goes well and you get some good news. Best, -Amanda On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 9:05 AM, Lance lini...@fastmail.fm wrote: We're taking Ember to a veterinary surgeon in another town tomorrow. The main

Re: [Felvtalk] New Member

2013-06-06 Thread Amanda K. Payne
, find great homes and you choose to keep fostering. Once again, thanks for fostering. Best, -Amanda On Thu, Jun 6, 2013 at 1:14 PM, Deborah Adams auntiede...@yahoo.com wrote: Hi all,** http://us-mg6.mail.yahoo.com/neo/# I'm a new member of this group hoping to better understand FeLv

[Felvtalk] Rescuing Kittens and Positive Kitty w/ Flatulence

2013-06-09 Thread Amanda K. Payne
? Or a gassy cat for that matter? Talk to ya'll soon and I hope everyone's kitties are doing well! Best, -Amanda -- There is much pleasure to be gained from useless knowledge Bertrand Russell ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http

Re: [Felvtalk] Rescuing Kittens and Positive Kitty w/ Flatulence

2013-06-09 Thread Amanda K. Payne
actually eat her Tiki Cat instead of just liking the gravy off. She's also obsessed with Temptations Treats--not the healthiest snacks but she loves them and we indulge it. I give her Pet-Tinic twice a day to help with her anemia and Viralys in the morning. Thanks, Margo! -Amanda On Sun, Jun 9

Re: [Felvtalk] Rescuing Kittens and Positive Kitty w/ Flatulence

2013-06-11 Thread Amanda K. Payne
have a hard time passing it. I read a lot about FeLV and haven't read that ANYWHERE. Ugh, this whole thing makes me feel terrible. I don't want to potentially infect other cats but I also don't want to scare away potential fosters. -Amanda On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 5:46 AM, Beth create_me_

Re: [Felvtalk] Rescuing Kittens and Positive Kitty w/ Flatulence

2013-06-11 Thread Amanda K. Payne
to try new items for our Polli cat! Thank you for your help! Best, -Amanda On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 4:41 AM, Margo toomanykitti...@earthlink.netwrote: Hi Amanda Has Polli eaten the Blue Buffalo before without issue? I'm focusing on that, as it seems pretty high carb

Re: [Felvtalk] feline leukemia tests

2013-06-12 Thread Amanda K. Payne
is available for. -Amanda On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 12:44 PM, Lance lini...@fastmail.fm wrote: Yeah, it does show that persistent infection isn't necessarily inevitable when a cat is exposed and infected. It's sad that we don't know more about how often regressive vs. persistent happens

Re: [Felvtalk] Healing thoughts for Bubba

2013-06-12 Thread Amanda K. Payne
and hear of all these wonderful cats who are battling this awful disease. -Amanda On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 12:51 PM, Beth create_me_...@yahoo.com wrote: Hey guys need some positive energy for one of my FeLV fosters - Bubba. He had been battling a URI. Tried a couple different antibiotics

Re: [Felvtalk] We let Bubba go.

2013-06-25 Thread Amanda K. Payne
Beth, I am so sorry to hear about Bubba. He knew nothing but love and comfort in his final days. Thank you for all you did for him. I'm sure he'd thank you if he could =) Sincerely, -Amanda On Tue, Jun 25, 2013 at 4:18 AM, dlg...@windstream.net wrote: I know that feeling all too well. You

[Felvtalk] Please keep Polli in your thoughts

2013-06-25 Thread Amanda K. Payne
noticed she's pulling out her own fur and has some strange lumps on her stomach. I'm really worried that the end is near for her and feel so guilty that I couldn't do more. Please keep us in your thoughts. It's going to be a tough few days. Best, -Amanda -- There is much pleasure to be gained from

Re: [Felvtalk] Please keep Polli in your thoughts

2013-06-26 Thread Amanda K. Payne
? I know it is what it is but like many of you, I just can't help from wondering if I could have done something differently that would prolong her time. I'll keep you all updated and thank you again for the support. Best, -Amanda On Tue, Jun 25, 2013 at 2:06 PM, Margo toomanykitti

Re: [Felvtalk] Callie

2013-06-26 Thread Amanda K. Payne
only focus on what each day brings you (something I also need to learn)! Best, -Amanda On Tue, Jun 25, 2013 at 12:01 PM, Lee Evans moonsiste...@yahoo.com wrote: Loose stools are really not a sign of a cat going FeLv+. It could be just about anything - from eating something different to stress

Re: [Felvtalk] Please keep Polli in your thoughts

2013-06-26 Thread Amanda K. Payne
Her anemia isn't really understood; it comes and goes so I'm wary of the non regenerative anemia diagnosis. I'm not sure if her recent problems are related to anemia or to the URI. We're looking for a new vet at the moment. As soon as I know more, I'll let you all know. -Amanda On Wed, Jun 26

Re: [Felvtalk] goodby little one

2013-07-01 Thread Amanda K. Payne
Karen, I'm sorry to hear of Penny's passing. Your touching email made me cry. Thank you for taking her in and doing all you could to find her good home. Her time on earth was short, but thanks you, it was filled with love. If only all FeLV kitties could be so lucky. Sincerely, -Amanda

[Felvtalk] Bad News

2013-07-05 Thread Amanda K. Payne
it appears her body is shutting down. We made an appointment to euthanize her at our home tomorrow afternoon. She's been on a decline for the past two weeks and feel it's time to help her go. Please keep us in your thoughts. Best, -Amanda -- There is much pleasure to be gained from useless knowledge

[Felvtalk] A Tribute to Polli

2013-07-06 Thread Amanda K. Payne
its place at the Rainbow Bridge. You will be forever missed and loved by so many people, especially Austin and I. -Amanda -- There is much pleasure to be gained from useless knowledge Bertrand Russell ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk

Re: [Felvtalk] A Tribute to Polli

2013-07-10 Thread Amanda K. Payne
you for your sweet words and blessings. We appreciate it during these difficult times. Best, -Amanda On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 9:09 PM, Bonnie Hogue ho...@sonic.net wrote: Amanda, your heart-felt words bring tears to my eyes. A sweet tribute to a deserving being. Blessings to you and your

Re: [Felvtalk] A Tribute to Polli

2013-07-10 Thread Amanda K. Payne
Heather, Thank you for thinking of us during these hard times. Our sweet Polli was such an incredible cat. She brought so much to our lives! Once again, thank you. We truly appreciate it. -Amanda On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 8:48 PM, Heather furrygi...@gmail.com wrote: Amanda, Thank you

Re: [Felvtalk] IFA tests/PCR tests

2013-08-14 Thread Amanda K. Payne
typical cases. -Amanda On Wed, Aug 14, 2013 at 6:16 PM, Lance lini...@fastmail.fm wrote: If I understood the AAFP retrovirus guidelines paper, PCR tests are the only test that will show regressive infection. Theoretically, regressive infections rarely if ever surface. In other words, a true

Re: [Felvtalk] Anyone Home?

2013-10-07 Thread Amanda K. Payne
I've been getting messages, though very sporadically. I'll get some right away but most I get a month, sometimes two, late. Not sure what's going on. On Mon, Oct 7, 2013 at 10:30 AM, kat merrykatme...@email.com wrote: I'm here - tho I mainly just lurk these days.. It has been quiet. Kat

Re: [Felvtalk] Pale gums

2013-10-29 Thread Amanda K. Payne
Hello Katherine, I definitely have to back Heather here. Pale gums and eating litter are very indicative of anemia. Earlier this year, our sweet girl Polli, started licking walls and clay planters. She slowly lost interest in her toys and food. By the time I took her to the vet, she was

Re: [Felvtalk] Pale gums

2013-10-29 Thread Amanda K. Payne
success with them. I truly believe that if she hadn't contracted FIP, she would have continued to recover with the help of these supplements... and endless amounts of lunch meat ;) -A On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 11:02 AM, Avaykn ava...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Amanda, Can you please tell me more about

Re: [Felvtalk] Los Angeles - Good vet for very sick FIV+ kitty needed!!!

2013-10-29 Thread Amanda K. Payne
. All the rescues I work with take their cats to VCC. They have a *very*knowledgeable staff and will work relentlessly to help any animal that comes through their doors. Hope this helps and her kitty pulls through! -Amanda On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 7:36 PM, Heather furrygi...@gmail.com wrote: I am