Re: kitty not eating (Fred - Belinda)
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OT- Joey is better
His PCV is up to 19.8 and his WBC is normal! Thank you for all your prayers, good wishes, etc. Thanks, Kelley -- Rescuties - Saving the world, one cat at a time. http://www.rescuties.org Vist the Rescuties store and save a kitty life! http://astore.amazon.com/rescuties-20 Please help Joey! http://www.firstgiving.com/Joey1
Re: OT- Joey is better
That is GREAT news Kelley Kelley Saveika [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: His PCV is up to 19.8 and his WBC is normal! Thank you for all your prayers, good wishes, etc. Thanks, Kelley -- Rescuties - Saving the world, one cat at a time. http://www.rescuties.org Vist the Rescuties store and save a kitty life! http://astore.amazon.com/rescuties-20 Please help Joey! http://www.firstgiving.com/Joey1 - Ahhh...imagining that irresistible new car smell? Check outnew cars at Yahoo! Autos.
I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon
I've been hoping and praying that Tomi would somehow pull through this, and last week he did seem to be doing better on the 2 prednisone per day. But now, the last few days, he's been going downhill fast. Today, he is out of breath just walking a few feet, and breathing fast. I'm still able to coax him to eat a bit of baby food, but he just threw up the last bit of food I gave him. He never throws up normally. I guess I have to finally accept the fact that he's not going to get better. I've been thinking about the whole euthanizing thing, but I honestly don't know how I could do that to him. To spend the last hours of his life doing to him what he hates the most (car ride and vet visit), seems too hard for me to handle. I don't think i'm strong enough to make that decision. To me it feels like I would be personally ending his life. I don't want him to suffer either, and i'm not sure at all how much longer he will last when he is having difficulty getting enough oxygen circulated due to anemia. I still can't believe all this has happened. Two months ago I was positive he would one day become a chunky, lazy old tom cat, lounging in the sun. I would never have dreamed I would lose him after only 2 and a half years. Over the last 7 weeks, i've become even closer to him than ever as I've been trying to nurse him back to health.He's always been so loving and tolerant of my hugs and kisses. Life is going to feel so empty when he is gone. Cassandra
Re: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon
At 02:18 PM 4/25/2007, you wrote: there are many wonderful vets that will come to your home to help them cross, Make sure you find one that will pre sedate,I takes about 10 minutes longer but makes all the difference, I have been there twice recently, the first time big d did not have an IV so the vet gave hime a small sedating injestion sub q that he did not even feel, He very peacefully just dozed of safely in my arms, and then the vet administered the rest and he just looked so peaceful and comfortable, The last time last month my kitty was having resp problems, and that is so ver very hard to watch, Two steps and he was out of breath, He had a pulmonary embolism, He was at the emergency vets and so he had an IV, the kind vet administered a tranquilizer and he becane very comfortable, She wrapped him in a blanket and brought him to me... I cried and said my last good byes and petted him and held him close while the vet just used the iv to that last medication,, and he too just gently crossed over, It was of course harder on me and still is. all my very good thoughts for you ,,,this si so very very hard, I know. I am so very very sorry, Kelly L I've been hoping and praying that Tomi would somehow pull through this, and last week he did seem to be doing better on the 2 prednisone per day. But now, the last few days, he's been going downhill fast. Today, he is out of breath just walking a few feet, and breathing fast. I'm still able to coax him to eat a bit of baby food, but he just threw up the last bit of food I gave him. He never throws up normally. I guess I have to finally accept the fact that he's not going to get better. I've been thinking about the whole euthanizing thing, but I honestly don't know how I could do that to him. To spend the last hours of his life doing to him what he hates the most (car ride and vet visit), seems too hard for me to handle. I don't think i'm strong enough to make that decision. To me it feels like I would be personally ending his life. I don't want him to suffer either, and i'm not sure at all how much longer he will last when he is having difficulty getting enough oxygen circulated due to anemia. I still can't believe all this has happened. Two months ago I was positive he would one day become a chunky, lazy old tom cat, lounging in the sun. I would never have dreamed I would lose him after only 2 and a half years. Over the last 7 weeks, i've become even closer to him than ever as I've been trying to nurse him back to health.He's always been so loving and tolerant of my hugs and kisses. Life is going to feel so empty when he is gone. Cassandra No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.463 / Virus Database: 269.6.0/775 - Release Date: 4/24/2007 5:43 PM
RE: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon
My thoughts and prayers are with you Cassandra. I agree that making him endure a horrifying car ride and having to go to the vet's office with the scary smells, sights, sounds, would not be fair. I would contact your vet and see if he/she would visit. It would be very compassionate of you to let Tomi go in your arms where he is loved and where he only knows safety and happiness. Whatever you decide, you'll know that you were a wonderful person to Tomi! Hugs, Melissa _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of C J Sent: Wednesday, April 25, 2007 4:18 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon I've been hoping and praying that Tomi would somehow pull through this, and last week he did seem to be doing better on the 2 prednisone per day. But now, the last few days, he's been going downhill fast. Today, he is out of breath just walking a few feet, and breathing fast. I'm still able to coax him to eat a bit of baby food, but he just threw up the last bit of food I gave him. He never throws up normally. I guess I have to finally accept the fact that he's not going to get better. I've been thinking about the whole euthanizing thing, but I honestly don't know how I could do that to him. To spend the last hours of his life doing to him what he hates the most (car ride and vet visit), seems too hard for me to handle. I don't think i'm strong enough to make that decision. To me it feels like I would be personally ending his life. I don't want him to suffer either, and i'm not sure at all how much longer he will last when he is having difficulty getting enough oxygen circulated due to anemia. I still can't believe all this has happened. Two months ago I was positive he would one day become a chunky, lazy old tom cat, lounging in the sun. I would never have dreamed I would lose him after only 2 and a half years. Over the last 7 weeks, i've become even closer to him than ever as I've been trying to nurse him back to health.He's always been so loving and tolerant of my hugs and kisses. Life is going to feel so empty when he is gone. Cassandra
Dr. James Richards (Cornell University) (Vet was an advocate for cats dies)
Date: Wed, 25 Apr 2007 09:20:21 -0600 Subject: [CWA-Prolist] Release: On Behalf of Cornell University: Dr. James R Richards, 1948-2007 Veterinarian James R. Richards, Cornell’s KITTY-DR and authority on vaccination protocols for cats, dies after motor vehicle accident The director of the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Feline Health Center and a nationally recognized expert in cat care, James R. Richards, D.V.M., died April 24, at age 58, of injuries incurred in an April 22 motor vehicle accident on Route 221, about eight miles south of Marathon, N.Y. Dr. Richards (with some help from the resident feline mascots of the Cornell Feline Health Center, originally Dr. Mew and most recently Elizabeth I) was the human ambassador to the often-mysterious world of cats —their health and ills, their behavior and their predilections. He was a past-president of the American Association of Feline Practitioners, and a nationally recognized authority on vaccination protocols for cats—which he invariably referred to as “kitties.” He was the author of the “ASPCA Complete Guide to Cats,” the consulting editor and a co-author of “The Cornell Book of Cats,” as well as editor-in-chief and “Ask Dr. Richards” columnist of “CatWatch,” the newsletter of the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. Invitations to appear on network television (including CBS, CNN and Fox News) were eagerly accepted by the genial Dr. Richards, whose lap was not complete without at least one purring cat. An advocate for all cats—those without homes as well as the luckier ones—Dr. Richards served as an advisor to Alley Cat Allies, the trap-neuter-return program to manage populations of feral cats. In the 1990s, when cancerous growths called sarcomas began to appear on the skin of some recently vaccinated cats, cats that had been recently vaccinated, Dr. Richards led the Vaccine-Associated Feline Sarcoma Task Force through medical investigations and recommendations to cat owners and veterinarians. Born July 19, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, he earned an A.B. degree in mathematics (1970) from Berea College and his D.V.M. (1979) from Ohio State University. He joined the Cornell veterinary college in 1991 as assistant director of the Feline Health Center, and was named director in 1997. Dr. Richards also served as director of the Dr. Louis J. Camuti Memorial Feline Consultation and Diagnostic Service, which answers calls from veterinarians and cat owners alike at 1-800-KITTY-DR. Arriving at Cornell after a series of appointments in small-animal clinics in Ohio, Dr. Richards was one of the reassuring voices on the KITTY-DR line. More often than not, he said, situations are not as dire as they first appear. When an “Ask Dr. Richards” reader wondered why her cat was leaving “peelings” of claws around the house, he replied: “There’s nothing to worry about as far as your kitty’s health is concerned, but I am a bit concerned about the health of your furniture.” The peelings, he explained, were the onion-like layers that the cat sheds while sharpening its claws. “So let her continue to pull on her claws as she grooms herself,” Dr. Richards counseled. “She’s merely doing what she needs to do.” He is survived by his wife, Anita Fox Richards of Dryden, N.Y., and two sons, Jesse and Seth. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, April 28, at the Bethel Grove Bible Church, 1763 Slaterville Road, Ithaca. Memorials in Dr. Richards' name can be made to the Cornell Feline Health Center, College of Veterinary Medicine, Ithaca, NY 14853. Living Better, Loving Longer...With Complete Care! AMY D. SHOJAI, CABC www.shojai.com IAABC Certified Animal Behavior Consultant Columnist: CatChow.com, Sergeants.com, P'ETiquette Author 22 cat and dog care books *** Chicken Soup for the Dog (Cat) Lover's Soul PETiQuette: Solving Multipet Behavior Problems The First-Aid Companion for Dogs Cats Complete Care: For Your Aging Cat, Dog, Kitten Terrie Mohr-Forker TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS SIAMESE COLLIE RESCUE Donations accepted at: _https://www.paypal.com/_ (https://www.paypal.com/) _http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/_ (http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/) _http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescue_ (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescue) _http://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.html_ (http://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.html) _http://www.felineleukemia.org/_ (http://www.felineleukemia.org/) _http://www.hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.html_ (http://www.hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.html) _http://www.petloss.com/_ (http://www.petloss.com/) ** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.
Re: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon
Oh Cassandra! I know EXACTLY how you're feeling!! I had my Slinky for only 8 months and we grew even closer than we already had during the weeks I was nursing him and praying he'd recover. I agree with Melissa. If he's uncomfortable and not having a good quality of life, you may want to consider euthanizing him. He will tell you when it's time...you'll notice that his eyes are empty, that he's getting no enjoyment out of life, that he's not himself. If you are able to quiet your thoughts with all the emotions and fears clamoring for your attention, you'll be able to hear him tell you what he wants. With Slinky, I had hoped and prayed that he would go on his own...that way it wouldn't feel like a decision I made. But I could really tell...somehow I just knew...when he was ready to go. After the appointment (much later when I was able to process some of it), I realized that I think he needed me to make that decision for him. While I had told him that I would do whatever he wanted me to do and that it was okay for him to go, I did so through tears (I wasn't strong enough to stop them). And I think he knew better...I really honestly believe that he was fighting for ME...that he wanted to be there to take care of me because he knew I needed him. I think that if I hadn't helped him to go, he would have held on to the bitter end and it would have been the most painful awful existance he could've had. I think by making the decision to end his fight, I was sending him the message loud and clear that it was okay for him to go. Every time we went to the vet in those last few days/weeks (and going to the vet was never terribly traumatic for Slink, so it didn't bother me...but I know it can be horrible for other cats), I told him we were going to see Dr. Garrison and see if she could make him feel better. When we went to that last appointment, I had dreaded that moment, and trying to figure out what I was going to tell him. But the words came...and I told him that we were going to see Dr. Garrison so she could help him go to the bridge, so she coud help him leave his sick and tired body...and that I was giving him the only gift I had left to give: a peaceful bridge crossing. I picked up his ashes today when I took my new baby to the vet...so all this is a bit raw at the moment. But it just means I understand completely how you're feeling. If it's terribly traumatic for Tomi to go to the vet, as Melissa said, many vets will come to your house for pts...for that very reason. If your vet won't do that, there are house-call vets that you could call. Of course the final decision is yours (and Tomi's). I remember someone on here saying they waited 'till their baby went on his own and by the end they were begging God to take him because he was suffering so much. I'd hate to see you or Tomi go through that. Their little spirits love us so much that they'll endure almost anything to stay with us. It's our job to steward that love and trust and make the best decisions we can with the information we have at the moment. If that information changes later, that doesn't necessarily mean the decision was wrong (thanks for that pearl of wisdom, MC!). Only you can know what the best decision is in this situation. Just love him as much as you can and try to listen (and be willing to hear) to what he wants you to do. ((Cassandra This is some of the worst pain you can go through...hang in there and keep us updated. We're all here for you!! Hugs to you and head bonks to Tomi. Marissa, Mouse, and Angel Slinky =^..^= C J [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've been hoping and praying that Tomi would somehow pull through this, and last week he did seem to be doing better on the 2 prednisone per day. But now, the last few days, he's been going downhill fast. Today, he is out of breath just walking a few feet, and breathing fast. I'm still able to coax him to eat a bit of baby food, but he just threw up the last bit of food I gave him. He never throws up normally. I guess I have to finally accept the fact that he's not going to get better. I've been thinking about the whole euthanizing thing, but I honestly don't know how I could do that to him. To spend the last hours of his life doing to him what he hates the most (car ride and vet visit), seems too hard for me to handle. I don't think i'm strong enough to make that decision. To me it feels like I would be personally ending his life. I don't want him to suffer either, and i'm not sure at all how much longer he will last when he is having difficulty getting enough oxygen circulated due to anemia. I still can't believe all this has happened. Two months ago I was positive he would one day become a chunky, lazy old tom cat, lounging in the sun. I would never have dreamed I would lose him after only 2 and a half
Re: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon
Cassandra, I don't know if this would be appropriate, but my Spencer benefited from daily Dexamethasone shots I gave him subq. He was failing fast and the dex made him feel so much better and gave him another month of quality living. He did so much better with the steroid shots that I even began to hope once again that he would recover. Unfortunately, it wasn't to be. I will always be grateful for my time with him and esp for that last extra month. When it was clear that his time was at an end, when it was apparent to me that he was ready to go on, I had a house call vet come to the house to help him on his way. You might want to ask your vet if he thinks steroid shots would help Tomi, and if he could recommend a house call vet. Blessings to you both, Nina C J wrote: I've been hoping and praying that Tomi would somehow pull through this, and last week he did seem to be doing better on the 2 prednisone per day. But now, the last few days, he's been going downhill fast. Today, he is out of breath just walking a few feet, and breathing fast. I'm still able to coax him to eat a bit of baby food, but he just threw up the last bit of food I gave him. He never throws up normally. I guess I have to finally accept the fact that he's not going to get better. I've been thinking about the whole euthanizing thing, but I honestly don't know how I could do that to him. To spend the last hours of his life doing to him what he hates the most (car ride and vet visit), seems too hard for me to handle. I don't think i'm strong enough to make that decision. To me it feels like I would be personally ending his life. I don't want him to suffer either, and i'm not sure at all how much longer he will last when he is having difficulty getting enough oxygen circulated due to anemia. I still can't believe all this has happened. Two months ago I was positive he would one day become a chunky, lazy old tom cat, lounging in the sun. I would never have dreamed I would lose him after only 2 and a half years. Over the last 7 weeks, i've become even closer to him than ever as I've been trying to nurse him back to health.He's always been so loving and tolerant of my hugs and kisses. Life is going to feel so empty when he is gone. Cassandra
Re: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon
The Royal Princess Kitty Katt hated cars and vets too. So much so that a vet 2 1/2 hours from me agreed to drive down if I needed him and help her leave this world at home. She did not. She chose to leave on her own. Letting her do this her way was one of the hardest things I have ever done. But it can be done. Make very sure this is what Tomi wants to do. Talk to him with your heart or have an AC do it if you are unsure of your ability..I was. I think 7 ACs talked to Kitty and a couple stayed in very close contact with herthat really aggravated her. Kitty had cancer throughout her body and her lungs were so bad that the vet wondered how she managed to walk to the litter box, much less chase Dixie Louise from her room. All of this is to say PLEASE listen to your heart and let Tomi leave this world on his terms unless he is in such pain that you just can't (I've made this decision too for several critters). And don't expect to sleep well while you are going thru this. But, at least for me, I sleep well knowing that I did what Kitty wanted and I really don't believe she was in much pain. I do know that I arranged for the person she originally chose to live with (my mother) to visit and hold her and do those things that only they could doif Tomi has anything special, now is the time to give it to him. Bless you and himit is so very hard. If you have men who will exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have men who will deal likewise with their fellow man. St. Francis - Original Message - From: C J To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, April 25, 2007 4:18 PM Subject: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon I've been hoping and praying that Tomi would somehow pull through this, and last week he did seem to be doing better on the 2 prednisone per day. But now, the last few days, he's been going downhill fast. Today, he is out of breath just walking a few feet, and breathing fast. I'm still able to coax him to eat a bit of baby food, but he just threw up the last bit of food I gave him. He never throws up normally. I guess I have to finally accept the fact that he's not going to get better. I've been thinking about the whole euthanizing thing, but I honestly don't know how I could do that to him. To spend the last hours of his life doing to him what he hates the most (car ride and vet visit), seems too hard for me to handle. I don't think i'm strong enough to make that decision. To me it feels like I would be personally ending his life. I don't want him to suffer either, and i'm not sure at all how much longer he will last when he is having difficulty getting enough oxygen circulated due to anemia. I still can't believe all this has happened. Two months ago I was positive he would one day become a chunky, lazy old tom cat, lounging in the sun. I would never have dreamed I would lose him after only 2 and a half years. Over the last 7 weeks, i've become even closer to him than ever as I've been trying to nurse him back to health.He's always been so loving and tolerant of my hugs and kisses. Life is going to feel so empty when he is gone. Cassandra
Re: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon
Tears are from love and kindness not from lack of strength.never, ever be ashamed of tears or even regret them for 1/1 of a second. Our little friends often hold on for us or for a special time to leave...some day we will always remember perhaps (a long story but two did that with me). They have to know it is ok and sometimes we just have to make the decisioneven if it is not the one the friend would make they understand and love us unconditionally. If you have men who will exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have men who will deal likewise with their fellow man. St. Francis - Original Message - From: Marissa Johnson To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, April 25, 2007 6:07 PM Subject: Re: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon Oh Cassandra! I know EXACTLY how you're feeling!! I had my Slinky for only 8 months and we grew even closer than we already had during the weeks I was nursing him and praying he'd recover. I agree with Melissa. If he's uncomfortable and not having a good quality of life, you may want to consider euthanizing him. He will tell you when it's time...you'll notice that his eyes are empty, that he's getting no enjoyment out of life, that he's not himself. If you are able to quiet your thoughts with all the emotions and fears clamoring for your attention, you'll be able to hear him tell you what he wants. With Slinky, I had hoped and prayed that he would go on his own...that way it wouldn't feel like a decision I made. But I could really tell...somehow I just knew...when he was ready to go. After the appointment (much later when I was able to process some of it), I realized that I think he needed me to make that decision for him. While I had told him that I would do whatever he wanted me to do and that it was okay for him to go, I did so through tears (I wasn't strong enough to stop them). And I think he knew better...I really honestly believe that he was fighting for ME...that he wanted to be there to take care of me because he knew I needed him. I think that if I hadn't helped him to go, he would have held on to the bitter end and it would have been the most painful awful existance he could've had. I think by making the decision to end his fight, I was sending him the message loud and clear that it was okay for him to go. Every time we went to the vet in those last few days/weeks (and going to the vet was never terribly traumatic for Slink, so it didn't bother me...but I know it can be horrible for other cats), I told him we were going to see Dr. Garrison and see if she could make him feel better. When we went to that last appointment, I had dreaded that moment, and trying to figure out what I was going to tell him. But the words came...and I told him that we were going to see Dr. Garrison so she could help him go to the bridge, so she coud help him leave his sick and tired body...and that I was giving him the only gift I had left to give: a peaceful bridge crossing. I picked up his ashes today when I took my new baby to the vet...so all this is a bit raw at the moment. But it just means I understand completely how you're feeling. If it's terribly traumatic for Tomi to go to the vet, as Melissa said, many vets will come to your house for pts...for that very reason. If your vet won't do that, there are house-call vets that you could call. Of course the final decision is yours (and Tomi's). I remember someone on here saying they waited 'till their baby went on his own and by the end they were begging God to take him because he was suffering so much. I'd hate to see you or Tomi go through that. Their little spirits love us so much that they'll endure almost anything to stay with us. It's our job to steward that love and trust and make the best decisions we can with the information we have at the moment. If that information changes later, that doesn't necessarily mean the decision was wrong (thanks for that pearl of wisdom, MC!). Only you can know what the best decision is in this situation. Just love him as much as you can and try to listen (and be willing to hear) to what he wants you to do. ((Cassandra This is some of the worst pain you can go through...hang in there and keep us updated. We're all here for you!! Hugs to you and head bonks to Tomi. Marissa, Mouse, and Angel Slinky =^..^= C J [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've been hoping and praying that Tomi would somehow pull through this, and last week he did seem to be doing better on the 2 prednisone per day. But now, the last few days, he's been going downhill fast. Today, he is
OT - sorry, but need to know if Eagle Pack has been reported as tainted
I have some left over food from the dairy farm relief effort, and my ferals ran out of food today... long story short, I don't have a car for tomorrow to go buy their regular stuff, but I do have this bag of Eagle Pack Breeder Cat 30/12, just sitting here. Is it safe to feed, or has any Eagle Pack been recalled? It does NOT contain wheat gluten or rice protein, but it does contain Brewers Rice. Please respond directly (off list) as it's Off Topic, I know: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Phaewryn http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Special Needs Cat Resources BEGIN:VCARD VERSION:2.1 N:O'Gwynn;Jenn;Phaewryn;Ms. FN:Jenn Phaewryn O'Gwynn NICKNAME:Phaewryn ORG:Little Cheetah Cat Rescue;operations/field work TITLE:Cat Rescuer NOTE:I rescue cats. I run a small personal rescue operation, all on my own, and out of pocket. Donations appreciated at any time! Paypal donations can be sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or send donations via check or money order to Jennifer O'Guin, PO Box 1008, Hardwick VT. 05843 TEL;WORK;VOICE:802-472-8628 TEL;HOME;VOICE:802 472-8628 ADR;WORK:;home office;;Hardwick;VT.;05843;USA LABEL;WORK;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:home office=0D=0AHardwick, VT. 05843=0D=0AUSA ADR;HOME:;;P.O. Box 1008;Hardwick;Vermont;05843;USA LABEL;HOME;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:P.O. Box 1008=0D=0AHardwick, Vermont 05843=0D=0AUSA X-WAB-GENDER:1 URL;HOME:http://ucat.us URL;WORK:http://ucat.us/adopt.html BDAY:19750928 EMAIL;PREF;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] EMAIL;INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] REV:20070426T000942Z END:VCARD
Re: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon
I'm so sorry to hear he's struggling. It is very hard to find a vet that will do a housecall euthanasia in many places, but it's an option you should call around and inquire about. Phaewryn http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Special Needs Cat Resources - Original Message - From: C J To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, April 25, 2007 5:18 PM Subject: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon I've been hoping and praying that Tomi would somehow pull through this, and last week he did seem to be doing better on the 2 prednisone per day. But now, the last few days, he's been going downhill fast. Today, he is out of breath just walking a few feet, and breathing fast. I'm still able to coax him to eat a bit of baby food, but he just threw up the last bit of food I gave him. He never throws up normally. I guess I have to finally accept the fact that he's not going to get better. I've been thinking about the whole euthanizing thing, but I honestly don't know how I could do that to him. To spend the last hours of his life doing to him what he hates the most (car ride and vet visit), seems too hard for me to handle. I don't think i'm strong enough to make that decision. To me it feels like I would be personally ending his life. I don't want him to suffer either, and i'm not sure at all how much longer he will last when he is having difficulty getting enough oxygen circulated due to anemia. I still can't believe all this has happened. Two months ago I was positive he would one day become a chunky, lazy old tom cat, lounging in the sun. I would never have dreamed I would lose him after only 2 and a half years. Over the last 7 weeks, i've become even closer to him than ever as I've been trying to nurse him back to health.He's always been so loving and tolerant of my hugs and kisses. Life is going to feel so empty when he is gone. Cassandra -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.463 / Virus Database: 269.6.0/775 - Release Date: 4/24/2007 5:43 PM
thank you for everyone's help
Hi, Just wanted to thank everyone for the help and the suggestions, information and links. I found a foster home for the three kittens so they can get retested and make sure they are negative and then placed in a home, and also for the positive girl. She will be retested in three months and what ever her results are will be placed in the right home. I am going to place her picture up on the bimikitties page when she is almost ready for a home if she is positive. So be on the look out! Thank you again this group has been so helpful and so informative. Thanks again Jeni Cree, Meer and Nookie the feral _ Dont quit your job Take Classes Online and Earn your Degree in 1 year. Start Today! http://www.classesusa.com/clickcount.cfm?id=866146goto=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.classesusa.com%2Ffeaturedschools%2Fonlinedegreesmp%2Fform-dyn1.html%3Fsplovr%3D866144
Re: OT- Joey is better
Wow Kelley!!! I am really surprised that he's doing so well considering how he was! What a comeback! He's the comeback kid!!! You are awesome too Kelley! :) Wendy --- Kelley Saveika [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: His PCV is up to 19.8 and his WBC is normal! Thank you for all your prayers, good wishes, etc. Thanks, Kelley -- Rescuties - Saving the world, one cat at a time. http://www.rescuties.org Vist the Rescuties store and save a kitty life! http://astore.amazon.com/rescuties-20 Please help Joey! http://www.firstgiving.com/Joey1 Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world - indeed it is the only thing that ever has! ~~~ Margaret Meade ~~~ __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: I believe I am going to lose Tomi soon
Cassandra, I'm so sorry that Tomi is not doing well. How hard it must be for you to watch him decline like he is. I'm really sorry Cassandra. If it doesn't feel right to take Tomi in for pts, you have two options. One is to have a vet come to you to pts at home, or two, to let Tomi pass naturally. Only you and Tomi can know what is right for him. Tomi should be able to give you some idea as to what he wants. Just ask him and then listen. No one can say what is right here; it's a very sensitive, very personal choice. Do what you feel is right for him in your gut. I completely understand how you feel about this. This is a decision that none of us ever want to have to make, but sadly many of us do. Please know you and Tomi are in our thoughts. :) Wendy Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world - indeed it is the only thing that ever has! ~~~ Margaret Meade ~~~ __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Fwd: [feline-hyperT] OT:Hog Farms/One Poultry Farm In Question/Live Smart Dog Food
Note: forwarded message attached. Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world - indeed it is the only thing that ever has! ~~~ Margaret Meade ~~~ __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com ---BeginMessage--- Hog farms in at least five states have been quarantined amid concerns that hog feed at those farms has been contaminated with melamine, the FDA announced today. One poultry farm may also be affected. Salvage pet food, specifically from manufacturers that have since issued pet food recalls because of potential melamine contamination, has been traced to hog farms in California, North Carolina, South Carolina, New York, Utah, and possibly Ohio. Samples of hog urine from farms in three of those statesCalifornia, North Carolina and South Carolinahave tested positive for melamine thus far. Test results from identified hog farms in other states have not yet been received by the FDA. All of the identified hog farms, with the possible exception of farms in Utah, have been quarantined, according to the FDA. The poultry farm in question is located in Missouri. http://www.avma.org/press/releases/070424_hog_farms.asp http://www.howl911.com/#headlines http://www.itchmo.com/ http://www.reuters.com/article/bondsNews/idUSWBT00688020070424 http://www.reuters.com/article/bondsNews/idUSWBT00688020070424 LiveSmart Weight Management Chicken and Brown Rice dog food was recalled by its manufacturer SmartPak on Friday, April 20. SmartPak is the fourth of five manufacturers that received potentially contaminated rice protein concentrate supplied by distributor Wilbur-Ellis http://www.avma.org/press/releases/070424_livesmart.asp Candace [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] The opinions expressed are the author's own and should not be taken as a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/feline-hyperT/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/feline-hyperT/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ ---End Message---
Re: Thank you so much from Simms' mom
Thank you so much, Chris, Kerry, Terrie, Sherry and Nina. Your messages meant so much to me in this sad time. I wrote a few notes to you all below, too. I wish I had had more energy to do this with all of you other very kind cat-loving people who wrote. With love to you all, Anne and Felv+ angels Simms, Jimi Too Cool, Buggs and Nala and the other living sweet guys with me (Sophie, too, who is doing well and can be sassy now!) Chris, I didn't know about your history about Simms and Tamara! I love knowing this. I am so thankful I wrote back to Tamara about Simms. One look at his picture and I was a goner. I liked what you said so much about reserving a corner of our hearts for Simms. It reminds me of a favorite piece of mine: written by Dr Harry Cooper: Every pet owner has a heart like those old Chinese medicine chests. They have two hinged doors and up to 50 drawers inside. each drawer is for a pet. While the pet is alive the drawer remains open. When the pet passes the drawer is closed. But, and this is the important thing, another drawer must be opened! You can go back to the closed drawers any time you like. They are not locked. Open them. Enjoy them. They are full of things no one can take away - wonderful memories. Kerry, I always am so happy to see you are still on the list, although I am not able to get on much anymore. Terrie, I admire your hard work so much and you have been doing it for so long. And taking in seniors, bless you, Terrie. Sherry, I am northeast of Flint in a tiny little farming town called Otisville. We are pretty far apart, eh? Nina, your message touched me so much. I know you guys are there with me as I am with you even if we don't have time to drop a line. That is what I have always loved about this list. I especially loved this line, Nina: :* } Souls so unique and special that Heaven can't seem to be without them.
Re: kitty not eating (Fred - Belinda)
I second that! Way to go Fred! So happy to hear this information Belinda. :) Wendy --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wow Belinda, I am SO happy Fred is doing so well! He's had a remarkable recovery after that terrible infection he developed. I'm so glad to hear he's doing so well now! Phaewryn http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Special Needs Cat Resources Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world - indeed it is the only thing that ever has! ~~~ Margaret Meade ~~~ __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Fwd: [feline-hyperT] OT:Drs Foster and Smith Adult Lite Dry Cat and Adult Lite Dry Dog Food-Recall
Note: forwarded message attached. Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world - indeed it is the only thing that ever has! ~~~ Margaret Meade ~~~ __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com ---BeginMessage--- http://www.itchmo.com/read/drs-fosters-smith-products-recalled_20070425#more-511 Scroll Down: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/general.cfm?N=2001gid=568 If your pet has consumed either the Adult Lite Dry Dog food or the Adult Lite Dry Cat food and shows signs of illness (such as loss of appetite, lethargy and vomiting), you should consult with your veterinarian immediately. Two of our products: Adult Lite Dry Dog (Item #'s 14178, 14179, 14180, 14262, 14263) and Adult Lite Dry Cat foods (Item #'s 12855, 12856, 13864, 13865) contain rice protein concentrate. Candace ** ** ** ** [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ---End Message---
