[Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in the last months as well as rescue emergencies which has me so behind on all fronts However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many thoughts will be with her. Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night but just a bit of food made her choke cough so horribly, we had tears in our eyes just hearing watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing her ability to eat and walk. We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, along with Toxoplasmosis possible eye tumor which has not progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you will not be forgotten. Heather ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
I'm so sorry, Heather. It sounds like you are doing the exact right thing for Bashful now. Gentlest of Bridge vibes to her, and hopes for a passing free from fear and full of the knowledge that she was loved. Diane R. -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Heather Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 12:51 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc: Duke, Melanie Subject: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in the last months as well as rescue emergencies which has me so behind on all fronts However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many thoughts will be with her. Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night but just a bit of food made her choke cough so horribly, we had tears in our eyes just hearing watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing her ability to eat and walk. We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, along with Toxoplasmosis possible eye tumor which has not progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you will not be forgotten. Heather ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org This electronic mail transmission and any attachments are confidential and may be privileged. They should be read or retained only by the intended recipient. If you have received this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the transmission from your system. In addition, in order to comply with Treasury Circular 230, we are required to inform you that unless we have specifically stated to the contrary in writing, any advice we provide in this email or any attachment concerning federal tax issues or submissions is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, to avoid federal tax penalties. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
Thank you Diane M.C., your thoughts are so much appreciatedI hate not trying which is why we did all the diagnostics, but all involved felt that she would not have peace enduring chemo, especially given all aspects of her condition, temprament, and of course that not only was there the known stresses of chemo frequent appts, injections, but that unexpected things might come up as well depending on how she tolerated it. Thank you for helping us ensure that Bashful is not forgotten...these geriatric feral cats are very special to us, their strength perseverance is honorable...not to mention the light and love they add to our daily work. On Mon, Mar 2, 2009 at 2:03 PM, Rosenfeldt, Diane d...@quarles.com wrote: I'm so sorry, Heather. It sounds like you are doing the exact right thing for Bashful now. Gentlest of Bridge vibes to her, and hopes for a passing free from fear and full of the knowledge that she was loved. Diane R. -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Heather Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 12:51 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc: Duke, Melanie Subject: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in the last months as well as rescue emergencies which has me so behind on all fronts However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many thoughts will be with her. Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night but just a bit of food made her choke cough so horribly, we had tears in our eyes just hearing watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing her ability to eat and walk. We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, along with Toxoplasmosis possible eye tumor which has not progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you will not be forgotten. Heather ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org This electronic mail transmission and any attachments are confidential and may be privileged. They should be read or retained only by the intended recipient. If you have received this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the transmission from your system. In addition, in order to comply with Treasury Circular 230, we are required to inform you that unless we have specifically stated to the contrary in writing, any advice we provide in this email or any attachment concerning federal tax issues or submissions is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, to avoid federal tax penalties. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
Heather, I am so sorry to hear about Bashful. You are so kind to help her on ther Journey. I will keep Pepper in my prayers. hugs, Sally - Sally(me), Eric (not a cat),Junior(angel), Tiny(angel) Fluffy(soul mate angel), Lionel(angel),Speedy, Grey and White, Ittle Bitty, Little Black, Lily, Daisy, Pewter, Junior Junior, Hotdog (newest) Silver, and Spike Please Visit my Message board for some pictures. You are welcome to sign up. http://www.k6az.com/ki4spk/index.php?sid=c57c00cf5804ef13853ed6e77a68eed3 ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
Bashful is of course so fortunate to have you all - what a great group. May she float to the bridge on gossamer wings, with all our sweet ones. Gloria On Mar 2, 2009, at 12:50 PM, Heather wrote: I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in the last months as well as rescue emergencies which has me so behind on all fronts However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many thoughts will be with her. Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night but just a bit of food made her choke cough so horribly, we had tears in our eyes just hearing watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing her ability to eat and walk. We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, along with Toxoplasmosis possible eye tumor which has not progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you will not be forgotten. Heather ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
How wonderful of all of you to be there with Bashful all this time and right up to the end. That alone will mean so much to her--a familiar face helping her to be at peace and pain free. Having lost my Romeo to Lymphoma earlier this year, I know how quick and devastating it is. Bravo to all of you for loving this little one that much! Christiane Biagi -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Heather Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 1:51 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc: Duke, Melanie Subject: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in the last months as well as rescue emergencies which has me so behind on all fronts However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many thoughts will be with her. Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night but just a bit of food made her choke cough so horribly, we had tears in our eyes just hearing watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing her ability to eat and walk. We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, along with Toxoplasmosis possible eye tumor which has not progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you will not be forgotten. Heather ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
[Felvtalk] Hello- new to the list.
Just wanted to say a quick hello to all the list members- i've just joined upon learning this afternoon that my much adored 10 year old cat is positive. We're unsure as to how he contracted feluk as he was tested before we adopted him, and the two cats we have adopted since then were both tested... sigh. We take the other two in tomorrow morning to be tested hopefully vaccinated, and then we'll bring my big boy home. Hopefully he will be with us for at least a few more months. I've been scouring the archives and can't express enough gratitude- there is so much wonderful information support here. I look forward to being a part of this community. Amy _ Hotmail® is up to 70% faster. Now good news travels really fast. http://windowslive.com/online/hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_70faster_032009 ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL
Thank you Heather for your story of Bashful.She no longer has to suffer and has many wonderful fur babies to play with now. Sherry We who choose to surround ourselves with lives more temporary than our own, Live within a fragile circle,easily and often breached. Unable to accept its awful gaps. We still would have it no other way --- On Mon, 3/2/09, Heather furrygi...@gmail.com wrote: From: Heather furrygi...@gmail.com Subject: [Felvtalk] Bashful to cross at 2:15 today (EST) Tampa, FL To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc: Duke, Melanie md...@admin.usf.edu Date: Monday, March 2, 2009, 1:50 PM I haven't posted much lately, sadly have had quite a few rescue losses in the last months as well as rescue emergencies which has me so behind on all fronts However, one of our dear, fairly elderly university campus ferals, Bashful, will be crossing this afternoon and I wanted to share her story so that many thoughts will be with her. Bashful's caregiver has been taking care of her for at least 10 years, she disappeared a couple of weeks ago which was attributed to roofers at the Library where she has lived for so many years. When she showed back up she was clearly in dire need of help. Elaine her caregiver called me for help trapping, 2 friends and I set out without much success the first two days--it was heartbreaking, she was half under the drop trap the first night but just a bit of food made her choke cough so horribly, we had tears in our eyes just hearing watching. Her neck was very, very swollen impairing her ability to eat and walk. We got her 2 nights later, began b/w, examcytology via needle aspirate confirmed a high grade, aggressive lymphoma. We discussed the possibility of chemo but Bashful is very feral and already unhappy even being at the vet, it was clear this was not going to be a way to give her quality time and that she was already in a very bad state. One of my good campus friends who came to the call to help drop trap is leaving now to be with Bashful for her final moments. Bashful was not FELV+ (likely was FIV+), but I know many here can sympathize with the dreadful diagnosis of lymphoma. We treat feral cats for illnesses as much as we possibly can, I've actually got 14 campus feral kitty Bobbye on my porch now for that reason (CRF, FIV+, along with Toxoplasmosis possible eye tumor which has not progressed--she's done well other than not liking the fluids of course)but it just didn't seem there were any way we could put Bashful through chemo, weekly vet visits, and possibly never feeling good enough for the time to have been of quality for her. She is very stressed at my vet and we hope things go as peacefully as possible this afternoon. Go with love, sweet Bashful, and know how badly we wanted to help you--you will not be forgotten. Heather ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Hello- new to the list.
Hi Amy, Welcome to the list. You say you hope you will have at least a few more months with him. Besides being FeLV positive, what is wrong with him? Gary -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Amy Ackerman Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 8:19 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] Hello- new to the list. Just wanted to say a quick hello to all the list members- i've just joined upon learning this afternoon that my much adored 10 year old cat is positive. We're unsure as to how he contracted feluk as he was tested before we adopted him, and the two cats we have adopted since then were both tested... sigh. We take the other two in tomorrow morning to be tested hopefully vaccinated, and then we'll bring my big boy home. Hopefully he will be with us for at least a few more months. I've been scouring the archives and can't express enough gratitude- there is so much wonderful information support here. I look forward to being a part of this community. Amy _ HotmailR is up to 70% faster. Now good news travels really fast. http://windowslive.com/online/hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_70faster_032009 ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org __ NOD32 3900 (20090302) Information __ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.com ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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Hi Amy. I didn't find out my boys were positive until they were in their teens. The vet said they were likely carriers and since Squeaky was never sick, the vet said his was likely in his bone marrow. Stripes was symptomatic on and off. Stripes lived several more years (to age 16) and Squeaky lived to age 22. Isabella tested positive almost 2 years ago and is the picture of health. Your boy could live a long life. Keep your other kitties separate for at least 24 hours after they are vaccinated (I can't recall if they should be separate until the booster in 30 daysdoes anyone know?). Laurie -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Amy Ackerman Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 8:19 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] Hello- new to the list. Just wanted to say a quick hello to all the list members- i've just joined upon learning this afternoon that my much adored 10 year old cat is positive. We're unsure as to how he contracted feluk as he was tested before we adopted him, and the two cats we have adopted since then were both tested... sigh. We take the other two in tomorrow morning to be tested hopefully vaccinated, and then we'll bring my big boy home. Hopefully he will be with us for at least a few more months. I've been scouring the archives and can't express enough gratitude- there is so much wonderful information support here. I look forward to being a part of this community. Amy _ HotmailR is up to 70% faster. Now good news travels really fast. http://windowslive.com/online/hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_70faster_032009 ___ 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] hello- new to the list.
Thanks for the welcome kind words, Gary Laurie. My vet believes Grrr has lymphosarcoma, but for the time being the diagnostic tools recommended to locate the suspected spinal tumor are simply out of reach financially. Times are lean for everyone, I know; this was a very difficult day, deciding courses of treatment for this very cool, loved cat based on our credit lines. He's having a rough time getting around. Grrr is also, as you may be able to gather from his name, not a terribly good patient. That may be the understatement of the month. He is slightly anemic as well, but his... attitude doesn't make him a terribly good candidate for, say, daily pills, etc. He's getting a cortisol shot to see if it improves his mobility/comfort an injectable, long term antibiotic (I need to get the drug name) to counter the immune suppressive effects of the cortisol. He eats like a horse, so we're going to try some of the suggested dietary modifications as well. Any one with suggestions for minimally invasive treatments (minimally invasive by this cat's standards is, say, tossing a tasty tidbit gently from across the room, careful not to let it land too close), please share as I continue to dredge through the archives. My other two are keenly looking around for Grrr tonight- should be a fun car ride home tomorrow with all three, plus the mastiff going along to get her rabies vax. I'll check back in tomorrow- good night, all, and thanks again for the support! _ Hotmail® is up to 70% faster. Now good news travels really fast. http://windowslive.com/online/hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_70faster_032009 ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Hello- new to the list.
Oh my.don't look at a few more months my friend. Dixie lived three wonderful years. She was full grown and with a totally unknown and not good history. She had been a cared for cat at least to the point that she had been spayed, liked to be petted etc. Some how she found herself homeless and wound up with the ferals my Mom puts food out for. She was such a darling I decided to make her a farm cat and took her to my wonderful vets to be spayed (I didn't know she had been). She tested positive, won my heart and has kept it firmly in her paws even though she left this world June 12, 2008. She had holistic and regular vet care, the best food I could give her including Primal Raw which many advise against but on which she thrived, lots of chopped veggies high in vitamin C and iron, colostrum, and other supplements. She was in wonderful health until just before she left this world. The suddenness of the end was well, it was totally unexpected. For a long time I thought she had beaten it. The fine people on this list helped so much. Please do not put limits on the time he will be with you. If you do, you will live, if you can call it that, in dread, pain and grief. He would not have that for you any more than Dixie would have wanted it for me. We all leave this world. We all leave from something. None of us are guaranteed a second. Do not exit like that. You will deprive yourself of the wonderful love he gives you and the lessons he has to teach and you will deprive him of your unconditional love because, every time you look at him it will be with a dread you will both know. The stress will make you both miserable and will harm your other cats' hearts too. Do everything you can for all your cats and be very gentle with yourself. None of this is your fault. As much as you and I and all who love try to protect those we are devoted to, we can not protect them from everything. We just can't. By the way, Dixie totally enjoyed her life but there are many on this list and many I know of who have lived much, much longer. Throw away the calendar. It has no place in the heart. On Mar 2, 2009, at 8:18 PM, Amy Ackerman wrote: Just wanted to say a quick hello to all the list members- i've just joined upon learning this afternoon that my much adored 10 year old cat is positive. We're unsure as to how he contracted feluk as he was tested before we adopted him, and the two cats we have adopted since then were both tested... sigh. We take the other two in tomorrow morning to be tested hopefully vaccinated, and then we'll bring my big boy home. Hopefully he will be with us for at least a few more months. I've been scouring the archives and can't express enough gratitude- there is so much wonderful information support here. I look forward to being a part of this community. Amy _ Hotmail® is up to 70% faster. Now good news travels really fast. http://windowslive.com/online/hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_70faster_032009 ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org Marylyn, Copper Thomas ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] hello- new to the list.
Amy My Romeo was a stray who I fed a couple of years before bringing him inside. I could do anything at all to him except pick him up or restrain him or give him a pill. He became ill very suddenly--had large mass in his chest cavity and fluids in his lungs. Treating him would have been more for me than for him--it likely wouldn't have worked long term and though it might have given him a bit more time, he would have been totally traumatized by it all. I made the choice to let him go and it was very tough. But I knew from his eyes that he wanted it to end before it got worse than it already had gotten. Best advice is from CougarClan--just throw away the calendar and enjoy every day with what sounds like a spunky, wonderful kitty! Christiane Biagi -Original Message- From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Amy Ackerman Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 11:09 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] hello- new to the list. Thanks for the welcome kind words, Gary Laurie. My vet believes Grrr has lymphosarcoma, but for the time being the diagnostic tools recommended to locate the suspected spinal tumor are simply out of reach financially. Times are lean for everyone, I know; this was a very difficult day, deciding courses of treatment for this very cool, loved cat based on our credit lines. He's having a rough time getting around. Grrr is also, as you may be able to gather from his name, not a terribly good patient. That may be the understatement of the month. He is slightly anemic as well, but his... attitude doesn't make him a terribly good candidate for, say, daily pills, etc. He's getting a cortisol shot to see if it improves his mobility/comfort an injectable, long term antibiotic (I need to get the drug name) to counter the immune suppressive effects of the cortisol. He eats like a horse, so we're going to try some of the suggested dietary modifications as well. Any one with suggestions for minimally invasive treatments (minimally invasive by this cat's standards is, say, tossing a tasty tidbit gently from across the room, careful not to let it land too close), please share as I continue to dredge through the archives. My other two are keenly looking around for Grrr tonight- should be a fun car ride home tomorrow with all three, plus the mastiff going along to get her rabies vax. I'll check back in tomorrow- good night, all, and thanks again for the support! _ HotmailR is up to 70% faster. Now good news travels really fast. http://windowslive.com/online/hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_70faster_032009 ___ 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
