Re: [Felvtalk] Turkey Vulture OT
Enjoyed hearing about your turkey vulture. Wow! I used to do wildlife rehab and had two young red tailed hawks who were brought to me when the tree their nest was in was cut down. They ate an entire raw chicken every day! My neighbor thought they needed bird seed and brought me some :-) She was old and meant well I guess, but those hawks had no desire for bird seed! Lorrie On 04-21, dlg...@windstream.net wrote: Everyone in my area knows that if they find a sick or injured animal, bring it to Dorlis, the crazy cat lady. I even rescued a juvenile turkey vulture last fall. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Mixing FelV pos. neg
They don't have to bite to transmit the virus.It can be transmitted but sharing food water. But the vaccinne seems to have worked just fine over the years for me. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Gloria B. Lane gbl...@aristotle.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, April 21, 2013 2:15 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Mixing FelV pos. neg I've mixed mine (adults) for years also - I dont worry about it unless the are aggressive bite, etc. Gloria From: Cheri Le cheri...@comcast.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, April 19, 2013 12:39 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Napoleon lost his battle Thank u sooo much! I needed to heAr that. It's my first week intermingling them. My other four fur kids were vaccinated a week ago. I'm scared.. But I love him and don't want him alone in basement anymore. His constant diarrhea worries me though. His stomatitis doesn't bother him much at all tho! I WUV MY BAMA RAMa thank u all CHERI ___ 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] Lethargic
Have you checked her gums? Are they pink or pale? Cats are amazing at hiding illness. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Maryam Ulomi ava...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, April 19, 2013 3:17 PM Subject: [Felvtalk] Lethargic Hi everyone, Need some advice and help. Kitty, our 10 months old FeLV positive cat is wonderful, very active and playful. Since last night, she has been laying out more than usual and today she spent most of the day just laying on the bed and not being very active. Are these signs I really need to be concerned about or just a little tiredness? It's Friday and I would hate for her to deteriorate over the weekend, Sent from my iPhone. ___ 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] Lethargic
Her gums are ok. Thank you everyone for your suggestions and concerns. Kitty was back to normal by late Friday and by Saturday she was her old self. I always manage to overreact with Kitty as I'm afraid to allow any symptoms to linger. We have a feline holistic vet coming to the house on Thursday to look at Kitty and look at integrating more supplements and raw/homemade food to her diet. Thanks again, I made Dr. Pitcairn's brownies for dogs and cats, took less than one hour and Kitty loves it. My other cat, FeLV neg cat wouldn't even lick it once. Sent from my iPhone. On Apr 22, 2013, at 8:36, Beth create_me_...@yahoo.com wrote: Have you checked her gums? Are they pink or pale? Cats are amazing at hiding illness. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Maryam Ulomi ava...@gmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, April 19, 2013 3:17 PM Subject: [Felvtalk] Lethargic Hi everyone, Need some advice and help. Kitty, our 10 months old FeLV positive cat is wonderful, very active and playful. Since last night, she has been laying out more than usual and today she spent most of the day just laying on the bed and not being very active. Are these signs I really need to be concerned about or just a little tiredness? It's Friday and I would hate for her to deteriorate over the weekend, Sent from my iPhone. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
[Felvtalk] Ember
Please pray for or send good vibes to my sweet FeLV+ girl Ember. She has a mass in her lungs and possibly eye cancer. She has been breathing faster than usual, though it doesn't sound labored. She was very restless last night, too, which makes me concerned that she's in pain or at least uncomfortable. She ate fairly well this morning, and she's itching to leave our room and go to another one. Anyway, please keep us in your thoughts. Lance ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Ember
Thinking of you Ember, Lance. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Lance lini...@fastmail.fm To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 8:59 AM Subject: [Felvtalk] Ember Please pray for or send good vibes to my sweet FeLV+ girl Ember. She has a mass in her lungs and possibly eye cancer. She has been breathing faster than usual, though it doesn't sound labored. She was very restless last night, too, which makes me concerned that she's in pain or at least uncomfortable. She ate fairly well this morning, and she's itching to leave our room and go to another one. Anyway, please keep us in your thoughts. Lance ___ 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] Turkey Vulture OT
My friend, who is the director of a large feral cat advocacy organization here was driving home one night from a meeting when she saw a vulture fluttering by the side of the road, apparently hit by a car. She got out and managed to get the injured bird into a cat carrier, then off she went to Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, southwest Texas's most famous wildlife rescue organization. Once there, the bird was determined to have a broken wing. Before my friend left the office though, the kindly vulture regurgitated all over her in gratitude. She said it was the most horrendous stink she had ever smelled. She was covered with whatever dead thing the bird had eaten for supper. She made it home in record time and threw herself into a power shower but she could recall the odor for days after. They call buzzards and vultures in Texas The Road Crew because they clean up what careless motorists create. Spay and Neuter your cats and dogs and your weird relatives and nasty neighbors too! From: Lorrie felineres...@frontier.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 6:39 AM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Turkey Vulture OT Enjoyed hearing about your turkey vulture. Wow! I used to do wildlife rehab and had two young red tailed hawks who were brought to me when the tree their nest was in was cut down. They ate an entire raw chicken every day! My neighbor thought they needed bird seed and brought me some :-) She was old and meant well I guess, but those hawks had no desire for bird seed! Lorrie On 04-21, dlg...@windstream.net wrote: Everyone in my area knows that if they find a sick or injured animal, bring it to Dorlis, the crazy cat lady. I even rescued a juvenile turkey vulture last fall. ___ 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] Ember
You both are in my thoughts and prayers Sharyl From: Lance lini...@fastmail.fm To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 8:59 AM Subject: [Felvtalk] Ember Please pray for or send good vibes to my sweet FeLV+ girl Ember. She has a mass in her lungs and possibly eye cancer. She has been breathing faster than usual, though it doesn't sound labored. She was very restless last night, too, which makes me concerned that she's in pain or at least uncomfortable. She ate fairly well this morning, and she's itching to leave our room and go to another one. Anyway, please keep us in your thoughts. Lance ___ 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] Turkey Vulture OT
You know, that may have been the Vulture's way of saying, thanks, like when our kitties bring us their kill, which really is an honor. It's just that creatures' tastes and ours are different! Nice of your friend to help such a special critter! Bonnie From: Felvtalk [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Lee Evans Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 10:00 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Turkey Vulture OT My friend, who is the director of a large feral cat advocacy organization here was driving home one night from a meeting when she saw a vulture fluttering by the side of the road, apparently hit by a car. She got out and managed to get the injured bird into a cat carrier, then off she went to Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, southwest Texas's most famous wildlife rescue organization. Once there, the bird was determined to have a broken wing. Before my friend left the office though, the kindly vulture regurgitated all over her in gratitude. She said it was the most horrendous stink she had ever smelled. She was covered with whatever dead thing the bird had eaten for supper. She made it home in record time and threw herself into a power shower but she could recall the odor for days after. They call buzzards and vultures in Texas The Road Crew because they clean up what careless motorists create. Spay and Neuter your cats and dogs and your weird relatives and nasty neighbors too! _ From: Lorrie felineres...@frontier.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 6:39 AM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Turkey Vulture OT Enjoyed hearing about your turkey vulture. Wow! I used to do wildlife rehab and had two young red tailed hawks who were brought to me when the tree their nest was in was cut down. They ate an entire raw chicken every day! My neighbor thought they needed bird seed and brought me some :-) She was old and meant well I guess, but those hawks had no desire for bird seed! Lorrie On 04-21, dlg...@windstream.net wrote: Everyone in my area knows that if they find a sick or injured animal, bring it to Dorlis, the crazy cat lady. I even rescued a juvenile turkey vulture last fall. ___ 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] Ember
You've got it, Lance! You and Ember are in loving/healing thoughts and prayers. Bonnie -Original Message- From: Felvtalk [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Lance Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 5:59 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] Ember Please pray for or send good vibes to my sweet FeLV+ girl Ember. She has a mass in her lungs and possibly eye cancer. She has been breathing faster than usual, though it doesn't sound labored. She was very restless last night, too, which makes me concerned that she's in pain or at least uncomfortable. She ate fairly well this morning, and she's itching to leave our room and go to another one. Anyway, please keep us in your thoughts. Lance ___ 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] Ember
Thank you, Beth, Sharyl, and Bonnie for thinking about my girl. She has a vet visit tomorrow. We’ll see how the lung mass has changed, and we’ll get a new cbc. Ember isn’t eating as well as I would like, but she sure loves her treats (Prescription Diet t/d – it could be worse). I've also caught her sitting in a slightly unusual position, and that makes me really hope that she's not in any pain or even mild discomfort. On Apr 22, 2013, at 5:52 PM, Bonnie Hogue ho...@sonic.net wrote: You've got it, Lance! You and Ember are in loving/healing thoughts and prayers. Bonnie -Original Message- From: Felvtalk [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Lance Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 5:59 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] Ember Please pray for or send good vibes to my sweet FeLV+ girl Ember. She has a mass in her lungs and possibly eye cancer. She has been breathing faster than usual, though it doesn't sound labored. She was very restless last night, too, which makes me concerned that she's in pain or at least uncomfortable. She ate fairly well this morning, and she's itching to leave our room and go to another one. Anyway, please keep us in your thoughts. Lance ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Ember
Lance, you and Ember are in my thoughts and prayers. El From: lini...@fastmail.fm Date: Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:35:42 -0500 To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Ember Thank you, Beth, Sharyl, and Bonnie for thinking about my girl. She has a vet visit tomorrow. We’ll see how the lung mass has changed, and we’ll get a new cbc. Ember isn’t eating as well as I would like, but she sure loves her treats (Prescription Diet t/d – it could be worse). I've also caught her sitting in a slightly unusual position, and that makes me really hope that she's not in any pain or even mild discomfort. On Apr 22, 2013, at 5:52 PM, Bonnie Hogue ho...@sonic.net wrote: You've got it, Lance! You and Ember are in loving/healing thoughts and prayers. Bonnie -Original Message- From: Felvtalk [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Lance Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 5:59 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] Ember Please pray for or send good vibes to my sweet FeLV+ girl Ember. She has a mass in her lungs and possibly eye cancer. She has been breathing faster than usual, though it doesn't sound labored. She was very restless last night, too, which makes me concerned that she's in pain or at least uncomfortable. She ate fairly well this morning, and she's itching to leave our room and go to another one. Anyway, please keep us in your thoughts. Lance ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Ember
Thinking and praying 4 ember!!! CHERI On Apr 22, 2013, at 9:42 PM, designercats cats designerc...@hotmail.com wrote: Lance, you and Ember are in my thoughts and prayers. El From: lini...@fastmail.fm Date: Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:35:42 -0500 To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Ember Thank you, Beth, Sharyl, and Bonnie for thinking about my girl. She has a vet visit tomorrow. We’ll see how the lung mass has changed, and we’ll get a new cbc. Ember isn’t eating as well as I would like, but she sure loves her treats (Prescription Diet t/d – it could be worse). I've also caught her sitting in a slightly unusual position, and that makes me really hope that she's not in any pain or even mild discomfort. On Apr 22, 2013, at 5:52 PM, Bonnie Hogue ho...@sonic.net wrote: You've got it, Lance! You and Ember are in loving/healing thoughts and prayers. Bonnie -Original Message- From: Felvtalk [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of Lance Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 5:59 AM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: [Felvtalk] Ember Please pray for or send good vibes to my sweet FeLV+ girl Ember. She has a mass in her lungs and possibly eye cancer. She has been breathing faster than usual, though it doesn't sound labored. She was very restless last night, too, which makes me concerned that she's in pain or at least uncomfortable. She ate fairly well this morning, and she's itching to leave our room and go to another one. Anyway, please keep us in your thoughts. Lance ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk 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] Mixing FelV pos. neg
That is what I was worried about him eating out of there dishes,, water bowls and using litterbox. I am still very scared and hope I made the right decision. I have four other healthy 3 yr old females. I would never forgive myself if someone else got sick but wanted to do what was best for bama. Do we vaccinate every year? CHERI On Apr 22, 2013, at 8:27 AM, Beth create_me_...@yahoo.com wrote: They don't have to bite to transmit the virus.It can be transmitted but sharing food water. But the vaccinne seems to have worked just fine over the years for me. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Gloria B. Lane gbl...@aristotle.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, April 21, 2013 2:15 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Mixing FelV pos. neg I've mixed mine (adults) for years also - I dont worry about it unless the are aggressive bite, etc. Gloria From: Cheri Le cheri...@comcast.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, April 19, 2013 12:39 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Napoleon lost his battle Thank u sooo much! I needed to heAr that. It's my first week intermingling them. My other four fur kids were vaccinated a week ago. I'm scared.. But I love him and don't want him alone in basement anymore. His constant diarrhea worries me though. His stomatitis doesn't bother him much at all tho! I WUV MY BAMA RAMa thank u all CHERI ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Dilemma
My vet did not mention different Felv vaccinations? And do they need them every year? CHERI On Apr 19, 2013, at 7:08 AM, Lorrie felineres...@frontier.com wrote: Your dilema is similar to mine. I have 15 cats at home who are all FelV negative, and 12 cats in my shelter/sanctuary. Some of these cats are FelV positive and are all together because I did not know they were pos. when I took them in. Anyway, several of the young ones died at less than a year old, but two are over 5 years old and no symptoms yet. These two are totally feral, and hide so I cannot catch them to have them retested. I have had several others retested and most are negative even tho they have been with the FelV cats for many years with no vaccinations for FelV. Older cats seem to have much less chance of acquiring the virus than kittens, and I was very interested that your vet said there was no point in vaccinating the others, and to test them only if needed. Lorrie On 04-18, Margo wrote: First, I would like to offer heartfelt condolences to those who have lost their Fur kids. Even when you know it is inevitable, it is always far too soon. I have a problem which involves m FeLV boy. I'll try to keep it simple. Gribble has been with me for over a year. He lives with 6 other cats. When I first found him, he tested - for FeLV/FIV. He has recently tested positive (FeLV only) after a health crisis. At the time my Vet felt that there was no point in vaccinating the rest of the bunch he lives with, but will test as/if needed. ___ 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] Mixing FelV pos. neg
The protocol I was given is 1st vaccine followed by booster shot in 30 days Give the 2nd vaccine 30 days before mixing positives and negatives Follow up every 12 months with a booster shot I wasn't aware there was more than 1 type of vaccine Sharyl From: Cheri Le cheri...@comcast.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Cc: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 9:59 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Mixing FelV pos. neg That is what I was worried about him eating out of there dishes,, water bowls and using litterbox. I am still very scared and hope I made the right decision. I have four other healthy 3 yr old females. I would never forgive myself if someone else got sick but wanted to do what was best for bama. Do we vaccinate every year? CHERI On Apr 22, 2013, at 8:27 AM, Beth create_me_...@yahoo.com wrote: They don't have to bite to transmit the virus.It can be transmitted but sharing food water. But the vaccinne seems to have worked just fine over the years for me. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! http://www.furkids.org/ From: Gloria B. Lane gbl...@aristotle.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Sunday, April 21, 2013 2:15 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Mixing FelV pos. neg I've mixed mine (adults) for years also - I dont worry about it unless the are aggressive bite, etc. Gloria From: Cheri Le cheri...@comcast.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, April 19, 2013 12:39 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Napoleon lost his battle Thank u sooo much! I needed to heAr that. It's my first week intermingling them. My other four fur kids were vaccinated a week ago. I'm scared.. But I love him and don't want him alone in basement anymore. His constant diarrhea worries me though. His stomatitis doesn't bother him much at all tho! I WUV MY BAMA RAMa thank u all CHERI ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
[Felvtalk] a newbie
Hi everyone: I just joined up, this is my first post. To be brief, I volunteer at our local animal shelter, and just adopted a FeLeuk+ girl. I have worked with them at the shelter, but never had one in my home, so I joined up to get some tips and help, when I need it. She is about 2 years of age, named Raja, very pretty, and also very sweet, and a happy girl. The shelter had sent in an IFA test on her, to see where she stands, and we are waiting for the results of that. I have just switched to an integrative vet, and plan to take Raja to her after we get the results. I also have 8 other cats and 1 rat, all of which came from the shelter (fallout from volunteering), and I am usually fostering for them as well, usually cats, but I’ve also had rabbits, ferrets, a hedgehog, a hamster, and rats. Now I have a mama and her 6 babies, which were born here. Of course Raja has her own room, with the rat in his cage to keep her company. Before joining I had never heard of mixing them with non leuk cats-I find this interesting. Not sure I would have the guts to do it, though. I was wondering-are there files on the home site that I can look through before I start asking questions that have probably been asked here a million times? Thanks so much for any future help. Chris C.___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] a newbie
There is information on the main page you should read. I am one that mixed positives and vaccinated adult negatives. The key here is adult. Kittens are very susceptible to FeLV. I would not recommend mixing until the kittens are at least 1 year old and current on their FeLV vaccine. JMO Sharyl From: cer...@new.rr.com cer...@new.rr.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 11:43 PM Subject: [Felvtalk] a newbie Hi everyone: I just joined up, this is my first post. To be brief, I volunteer at our local animal shelter, and just adopted a FeLeuk+ girl. I have worked with them at the shelter, but never had one in my home, so I joined up to get some tips and help, when I need it. She is about 2 years of age, named Raja, very pretty, and also very sweet, and a happy girl. The shelter had sent in an IFA test on her, to see where she stands, and we are waiting for the results of that. I have just switched to an integrative vet, and plan to take Raja to her after we get the results. I also have 8 other cats and 1 rat, all of which came from the shelter (fallout from volunteering), and I am usually fostering for them as well, usually cats, but I’ve also had rabbits, ferrets, a hedgehog, a hamster, and rats. Now I have a mama and her 6 babies, which were born here. Of course Raja has her own room, with the rat in his cage to keep her company. Before joining I had never heard of mixing them with non leuk cats-I find this interesting. Not sure I would have the guts to do it, though. I was wondering-are there files on the home site that I can look through before I start asking questions that have probably been asked here a million times? Thanks so much for any future help. Chris C. ___ 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
