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FELV+ Friendly Stray in Jersey City
A really nice large gray/white, now neutered male tested positive for FELV+. If you know anyone who can take him, please email me. He is healthy and about 2 years old. Thanks, Joan
Dharma
I am so, so sorry that Dharma had to leave you. Thank you so much for giving her and many others the quality of life and love that they deserve and often don't get to have. Joan
Re: Losing Dukee...... :(
Terrie, I have been reading your post, but very busy at work. My advice is to "go with your heart". Thinking of both of you, Joan[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dukee is still with us. My eyeballs hurt and I'm exhausted. I'm not a young kit anymore. Used to be able to do all-nighters with kitties when they were ill. I have been cat napping all night in here with him and the other cats. I can tell you he wants to go and hide in dark places prefers to lay on cold areas. He is still alert. I told my husband last night that I would send Dukee to the bridge. He ask me a hell of a question like "Does he have to go? Can we let him die at home?" So for obvious reasons that makes me feel like crap... :( Should I let Dukee hang out or should I take him to the Vet? Just asking for your opinions on this. Thanks! In a message dated 10/27/2006 7:45:25 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Terrie,How are you and Dukee today? I wish I had been onlinelast night; I almost logged in, but decided againstit, and went to bed. Should have listened to myintuition. I hope if Dukee has passed already that hewent peacefully and painlessly. Prayers going out toyou all.:)Wendy Terrie Mohr-ForkerTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE & COLLIE RESCUEDonations accepted at:https://www.paypal.com/http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlhttp://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://www.petloss.com/
Re: Popeye has gone to the bridge
Tonya, I am so sorry. I have been busy with kitten season and have not posted much lately. I always thought Popeye was such a cute name I always remembered posts about him. I am sure things will get better and the sadness will pass. I suspect there will always be an empty place in your heart for him, but I am sure, another little guy or gal will come along and fill it up, just a little bit, Take care, Joancatatonya <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: This never made it to the list. I wrote it Friday night I think. From: catatonya Date: 08/20/06 13:46:10 To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Popeye has gone to the bridge. Thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers. It has just been a horrible weekend. As a teacher we are not supposed to take a day off school the first week unless it's an 'extreme emergency'. I followed protocol, called my assistant principal twice and got no return call. Called my absence in and had an approved personal day form in my mailbox before I took Popeye into the vet on Friday morning. We went back and forth on what to do and then decided to wait for the thyroid test to come in on Saturday morning. Meanwhile they had me bring him home thinking it was less stressful for him here. However, he could not breathe, so I called the vet back and was arranging to take him back in. In the meantime at 3:00 (when our school day is over) I received a "corrected form" from my new principal stating that the absence was unexcused and I was being docked for the day. Those of you who know my history know that this was enough to put me over the edge. This is a brand new principal and I was just in shock. Meanwhile the vet said that if they hyper-t came back as treatable Popeye was going to have to be hospitalized on oxygen for several days at least... I told the vet that my principal had just docked me for the day and was obviously not going to work with me on getting him to the vet (who opens at 8:00, when I'm supposed to be at work at 7:15). Plus my mobile vet was going out of town for the weekend, and if I waited until Saturday I would have had to take him in to have him euthanized. I was so hysterical by that time that I just called Dr. Love, and she said she would come by and look at him. She said he was not going to make it without oxygen and quite a few days of hospitalization if the test came back positive for hyper-t. So I let him go. I have just been in bed crying ever since. I did call my principal and she said she would 'discuss it with human resources' on Monday. It's a long story, and I wrote it all out because I plan to get my psychiatrist to write a letter excusing the day as a sick day for mental illness or filing a grievance. I just cannot believe someone would be so cruel. I have been with the system longer than this new principal and I have NEVER had a principal give me a problem when I had a sick animal. If you want to see the letter and have any advice I will send it to you personally. Michelle, I thought being an attorney you might have some advice? I don't really know your area of expertise. Anyway, I am a mess and don't know how I'm going to make it through work tomorrow. It's like on top of the death I realize I have at least the rest of this year to work with someone who kicked me in the teeth on what was already a horrible day. I don't see how I can face her. How do you deal with people like that? Popeye's passing was very peaceful. Dr. Love gave him a sedative and found the vein right away. He was basically unconscious when she administered the drug. I wrapped him in a towel and slept with him that night and took him to my regular vet's to be picked up by the crematorium. I believe Popeye would have been 14 in November. The thyroid test did come back negative, and Dr. Pruitt called me Saturday morning and said I had made the right decision. She believes he had thrown a blood clot (thrombosis???) in his lung. If I had euthanized him and then found out it was treatable I guess I would have been in worse shape than I am now. Please pray for me. Tonyawendy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: If Popeye is hyper-T, the meds can reverse some of thedamage to the heart if the heart problems are relatedto the hyper-T. You should use the transdermal gel(rubbed into the ear) because of the difficulty ingiving Popeye meds. That's what Julie gets and shedoesn't even know she's getting meds.:)Wendy__Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
RE: Prayers for my baby Naomi for her final days..
Prayers coming from here as well. Joan"MacKenzie, Kerry N." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I'd like to second that. Sending prayers that sweet Naomi turns around.It can happen. hugs, Kerry-Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED][mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of cindy reasonerSent: Monday, July 31, 2006 2:08 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: Re: Prayers for my baby Naomi for her final days..Hideyo,I am so sorry to hear about your baby Naomi. I knowyou must feel so helpless. You and Naomi are both inmy prayers. I pray that she is a miracle baby andsomehow pulls out of this. If not I pray that shespends her last days peacefully.Cindy--- Hideyo Yamamoto<[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:> Hi, everyone, I wanted to ask everyone one more time> to send Naomi> prayers and peaceful energy so that she can spend> her final days> peacefully without pain.. while I am trying to do> what I can to save her> life.. there is not much left.. she is losing her> blood so quickly and> very anemic.. and she is too small and can't get> her go through> transfusion as she gets very stressed out at a vet..> she is sleeping> comfortably right now.. but my vet and I agree that> she is on the way to> heaven soon.. we thought that the bet thing was to> let her pass> peacefully at home.. this is so hard everyone.. she> is only 4 months old> and she is such a precious soul.. I was so looking> forward to see her> grow - as I watch her, there is nothing I can do to> cure her.. but I> also believe that there is life after this life and> she will be happier> and heading to a better new life -I just wish I> could spend for time> with her.. I wish I could stay home and be with> her.. as I work here, I> am sending her love and prayer for her peace..> > __Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.comIRS CIRCULAR 230 NOTICE. Any advice expressed above as to tax matters was neither written nor intended by the sender or Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP to be used and cannot be used by any taxpayer for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed under U.S. tax law. If any person uses or refers to any such tax advice in promoting, marketing or recommending a partnership or other entity, investment plan or arrangement to any taxpayer, then (i) the advice was written to support the promotion or marketing (by a person other than Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP) of that transaction or matter, and (ii) such taxpayer should seek advice based on the taxpayers particular circumstances from an independent tax advisorThis email and any files transmitted with it are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail.
Re: OT - Need prayers for Ceasar please
Hands and paws crossed here for Ceasar. Nina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: You guys all know I caretake a couple of small colonies of ferals. You may have heard me talk about Caesar, "the one that got away". He's a big tabby Tom that I tried to trap for a very long time and nothing I came up with worked. He disappeared about a year ago and I figured he was either killed or found a new territory. Well, he showed up a couple of days ago looking really bad. He's emaciated, has open sores all over his body, hair loss from who knows what, and limping on his right rear leg. Yesterday he was in an area that, had I been prepared, I could have gotten a net over him. The feral group I belong to convinced me not to try to net him, since he's an adult intact Tom, even though he's sick. I was very lucky to find someone to borrow a drop trap from and the good news is, I got him tonight. The bad news is, he's even sadder looking up close. He was bleeding from the nose and his drool contained blood too. The vet's office where I take ferals to agreed to see him if I bring him in first thing tomorrow. I'm sick with worry over how bad he looks. I'm afraid she's going to tell me to pts. Please pray that whatever is going on with Ceaser, it's something he can recover from. Thanks everyone, I know how much power this group has, and as always, I appreciate your support,Nina
Re: Spam: Re: FIV+ cat wanted
I will email on Wednesday, when I am back at work.Nina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I was holding my breath over the good news. Now I can exhale!NinaDoljan, Joan wrote:>Yes>>-Original Message->From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]>[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Belinda>Sent: Thursday, June 29, 2006 1:38 PM>To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org>Subject: Spam: Re: FIV+ cat wanted>>> Hi Joan,> Are you doing a home visit?>> >
RE: OT: heartbroken
A good way to catch the mother is to put the kittens in a closed carrier directly infront of an opened, baited trap.Hideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi, everyone, I wanted to share a couple of new things I rescued three baby cats yesterday who were living under the crawl space of the abandoned house, which is now bought and be ready to be renovated.. the new owner was planning to get rid of the kittens along with all the kitties who live under the crawl space and I offered to take them. The babies were actually under the hole under the crawl space which only the size of my entire hand and thought I and Kathy (my rescue friend) were never going to be able to get them out but finally using a little fish net to get one by one out they were only 6 weeks old, one calico, one tabby and one turtleshell (?) and they are all so cute. The one sad thing is that their mama came to look for the babies while we were under the crawl space, she was so worried about us doing something to the babies.. one time, I thought we should just leave and have the mama take care of the babies and I worry that later on, she might take babies some other crawl space near there (there a few, unfortunately), and people might close the crawl space without knowing that they were there.. the mama came back several times (while we were there as we were there for about 5 hours).. I felt very bad for mama but I decided to take the babies from her.. I tried to trap the mama kitty last night but I couldnt there are several kitties there.. I trapped one who looked like mama.. but she must be from mamas previous litter she is less than a year old.. Anyway, I wanted to ask you to pray that I will be able to catch mama soon (I probably could, if I dont mind catching all other kitties who live there.. but I dont know where I could put them now as I am running out of crate) --- and the mama will stay safe and she will not be worrying too much about their babies. I am heartbroken for the mama I feel very badly for taking the babies from their mama I know that this is probably the right thing.. but I still cannot not think about the mama
Re: I'm Back!!! Sorry so long.......
Glad you are back! Joan[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all, Wanted to let you know I'm back after 6-7 weeks of hell. From Feb. 28th through the current time. My home and rescue was being relocated on some property with about 3 acres. I owned a very nice huge manufactured home with additions and covered decks that were damaged by the mobile home movers in transit. They are being sued of course. We have a contractor coming on the 25th of April to start repairing all the damages. The damages are unbelievable but at least we are able to live in the home. You name it it is damaged. My home sat until the latter part of March, wasn't ready until the first week of April to live in. When it was supposed to be moved 1st of March. Yes, I'm a little pissed putting it mildly. At least we have water and heat. Due to the stress of my Siamese being in boarding I lost one that broke my heart. All were Vet checked prior and were in perfect health. They had been in boarding since the 27th of Feb. I hold the mobile home movers responsible for this. My home was supposed to be moved on the 1st of March which didn't happen. So the kitties were in boarding over 18 days until we lost my "Sam" then we yanked them all out and took them to the motel we were staying out. I could tell I was going to lose a few more if I didn't do so. Yes, we did sneak them all in the room. Told housekeeping we do our own cleaning and such. We paid an extra $150 for a deposit to have them. They knew we had Siameses but didn't know how many. A few of you know what I have been going through. It has been hell for my husband and myself. Things are starting to get better but my heart still aches for the loss of my Sam. I am glad to say I was able to bring him home to bury him on our new property. Thank god it was raining that day because while I was burying him I was crying my eyeballs out. He didn't have to die but I knew in my heart that it was stress and anxiety that got him. The amazing thing was on our way to see the cats before taking them to the room there was a beautiful rainbow that afternoon. My husband commented afterwards that it was Sam passing and going to the bridge. So reality is I'm back and hope to get my cattery built when the funds become available. P.S. My mailing address and phone number is the same for the rescue. Terrie MohrTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE & COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverCheck sites for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTShttps://www.paypal.com/http://www.frappr.com/wasiameserescue
Re: Meggy, Moses, Frances, and Demon
Sherry, Thank you so much for all that you do. Joan
RE: Rabies vaccine
I'm not sure. I will ask them. It is on the internet, but not as a place which takes FELV+.Patricia Lamoretti <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: NYS law requires rabies as well. What sanctuary? (Just curious, if you can divulge that information.) PATJoan Doljan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: It is a sanctuary. I am not sure about the state laws. I never give any of my guys rabies vaccines either.Hideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: The policy by the vet or by the state? From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Joan DoljanSent: Monday, February 06, 2006 2:09 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: RE: Rabies vaccine Thanks. I am trying to convince them to change their policy.Hideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Joan DoljanSent: Monday, February 06, 2006 2:00 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: Rabies vaccine I am trying to take a quick poll to see how many of you give the rabies vaccine to your Felv+ kittens and cats and if you do, at what age? Thanks, Joan Brings words and photos together (easily) withPhotoMail - it's free and works with Yahoo! Mail.
Re: Rabies vaccine
Thanks Terri!Terri Brown <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:I get them the booster once every 3 years. I follow the kitten schedule when I have kittens. I wouldn't vaccinate at all, but it's required by law in new jersey. =^..^= Terri, Siggie the Tomato Vampire, Guinevere, Sammi, Travis, and 6 furangels: RuthieGirl, Samantha, Arielle, Gareth, Alec & Salome' =^..^= Furkid Photos! http://mysite.verizon.net/vze7sgqa/My Personal Page: http://www.geocities.com/ruthiegirl1/terrispage.html?1083970447350- Original Message - From: Joan Doljan To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Monday, February 06, 2006 4:00 PM Subject: Rabies vaccineI am trying to take a quick poll to see how many of you give the rabies vaccine to your Felv+ kittens and cats and if you do, at what age? Thanks, Joan
RE: Rabies vaccine
It is a sanctuary. I am not sure about the state laws. I never give any of my guys rabies vaccines either.Hideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:The policy by the vet or by the state? From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Joan DoljanSent: Monday, February 06, 2006 2:09 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: RE: Rabies vaccine Thanks. I am trying to convince them to change their policy.Hideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Joan DoljanSent: Monday, February 06, 2006 2:00 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: Rabies vaccine I am trying to take a quick poll to see how many of you give the rabies vaccine to your Felv+ kittens and cats and if you do, at what age? Thanks, Joan
RE: Rabies vaccine
Thanks. I am trying to convince them to change their policy.Hideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi, I personally dont all of my vets (I have three) strongly recommend that I do not give the vac to FeLK kitties --- it compromise their immune system significantly, and it will risk trigger the illness by giving it even with healthy ones, I have heard and seen some scary side effects of rabies vaccinations. If the kitty is indoor kitty, the possibility of them getting rabies is close to none, so there really is not ANY reasons why they should get rabies vaccinations and risk their health for it. As a matter fact, I dont give any rabies to any of my kitties whether it is FelK positives or negatives. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Joan DoljanSent: Monday, February 06, 2006 2:00 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: Rabies vaccine I am trying to take a quick poll to see how many of you give the rabies vaccine to your Felv+ kittens and cats and if you do, at what age? Thanks, Joan
Rabies vaccine
I am trying to take a quick poll to see how many of you give the rabies vaccine to your Felv+ kittens and cats and if you do, at what age? Thanks, Joan
Re: was Belinda - NOW to everyone
Lots of positive energy heading Bailey's way. Belinda Sauro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Nina, No he is getting animax creme for his bottom and I have something else on order that is a barrier creme to keep the feces and urine off his skin to keep it from getting irratated. Should get that tomorrow I hope, if not Monday, but by then if the diarrhea is gone he should be OK from that.I want to thank everyone for the prayers and positive energy, I am a BIG believer in positive energy working magic, miracles wahtever you want to call it, so keep them coming.Tad I'm so sorry to hear about OJ, was he anemic too? They turn so fast and by the time you are aware of it they are in trouble. My thoughts are with you and Marie on your loss, you have had so many so close together, don't know if I could do it. --Belinda Happiness is being owned by cats ...Be-Mi-Kitties ... http://www.bemikitties.comPost Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.comFeLV Candle Light Service http://www.bemikitties.com/clsHostDesign4U.com (affordable hosting & web design) http://HostDesign4U.com---BMK Designs (non-profit web sites) http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Re: Belinda, how's Bailey?
I hope he starts feeling better soon. All fingers and paws crossed here. JoanBelinda Sauro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Michelle,Not really much change, although I think the diarrhea may be clearing up, he still sleeps 24/7. Hopefully once the diarrhea is gone he will start to feel better.-- BelindaHappiness is being owned by cats ...Be-Mi-Kitties ...http://www.bemikitties.comPost Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittenshttp://adopt.bemikitties.comFeLV Candle Light Servicehttp://www.bemikitties.com/clsHostDesign4U.com (affordable hosting & web design)http://HostDesign4U.com---BMK Designs (non-profit web sites)http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Re: Sweet Angel Sam/Add to CLS
Del, I am at a loss to what to write. I am so sorry and saddened. Joan"Del H. Daniels" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:My sweet boy passed away early this morning while I talked to him and held his hand. His last 24+ hours was bad, I didn't expect him to last as long as he did. His first clot was mid-November with back end paralysis but he regained some limb function. He threw another saddle clot Sunday night but rallied, then Wednesday night threw another and it was downhill from there. He was not going to survive when he continued to throw these clots frequently while on the meds and his heart was inconsistent. Ten minutes before he died Lightning Bug, his sister, lay in front of his crate for five minutes his head was right next to hers, like they were sharing unspoken thoughts before he moved on. He and Effie used to look at each other in admiration through the screen door, now they are finally playing together. It's hard losing two in a week. Del
Re: CLS: Ducky
I am so sorry about Ducky. JoanRachel <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Please add Ducky to the CLS. I found her last night when I arrived home from work. It seems that she passed away peacefully in her sleep while I was at work sometime yesterday. I almost mistook her for just sleeping in her bed. There was no indication of any problems. She had seemed to be doing just fine. I guess this is the crummy part of leukemia positive kittens, huh? Rachel "Folk will know how large your soul is by the way you treat a dog" C. Doran Yahoo! PhotosRing in the New Year with Photo Calendars. Add photos, events, holidays, whatever.
Re: We said good-bye to Ewok this morning
I know Ewok knew how much you helped and loved him. I am so sorry for your loss. Joan[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: More later as the pain is a little too fresh, right now...But I justwanted to thank you all for all of your advice and warm wishes. Ewok isnow with his Mom and brothers Pips, Charlie and Chinney catching up onold times!Lots of Love,Jen"But if you tame me, then we shall need each other. To me, you will beunique in all the world. To you, I shall be unique in all the world; Youbecome responsible, forever, for what you have tamed..." --Antoine deSaint-Exupéry"If you talk to the animals they will talk with you and you will knoweach other. If you do not talk to them you will not know them, and whatyou do not know you will fear. What one fears one destroys." --Chief DanGeorge
Fwd: [NJCares] Slander, 3 mo old FeLV+ kitten urgently needs home, NJ- URGENT-
This guy is trying so hard, please try to give him a chance!Slander came to the Liberty Animal Shelter in Jersey City as a tinysick kitten. His eyes were sealed shut from an infection and he had abad upper respiratory infection. And he also tested positive forFeLV. We all know the drill. Well surprise, he has been nursed togood health by a very caring shelter employee and now he needs asecond chance at life. He was tested again and unfortunately is stillpositive. The clock is ticking for the little guy as the shelter willnot be able to keep him much longer so he desperately needs a home assoon as possible. Can you help us find him a home.Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]Please cross post this message.YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS a.. Visit your group "FeralFriendsOnline" on the web. b.. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] c.. Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service. No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database: 267.14.17/227 - Release Date: 1/11/2006 --No virus found in this outgoing message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database: 267.14.17/227 - Release Date: 1/11/2006[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~NJCares: New Jersey-based animal rights and rescue email network.TO SUBSCRIBE: [EMAIL PROTECTED] TO UNSUBSCRIBE: [EMAIL PROTECTED]PLEASE USE CAUTION when finding a home for an animal on the Internet. Vet reference, adoption contract, home-check, and follow-ups are necessary. Visit http://www.theanimalspirit.com/adopt.html for more information.COPYRIGHT NOTICE: In accordance with Title 17 U. S. C. Section 107, any copyrighted work in this message is distributed under fair use without profit or payment to those who have expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information for nonprofit research and educational purposes only. SPONSORED LINKS Animal rights Animal right shirt Animal rights activists Animal rescue YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS Visit your group "NJCares" on the web. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.
Re: Please add Isaiah to Candlelight Service
Del, I am so sorry. I suspect every "rescuer" wrestles with space issues. I am so sorry that Isaiah died the way he did. But look around and pet those that are with you and look at their faces. You and they are the lucky ones. Joan"Del H. Daniels" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Please add Isaiah, he passed away last Wednesday, 1/4. He began coming to my house for food and on 13 December (after Shiloh, FeLV+ left for sanctuary because I'm out of isolation space) he moved in under the house and became very friendly. He was solid gray, maybe a year+ old, a sweet fella. I intended to have him neutered last week but he stopped showing up to eat. I found him under the house Thursday morning, he had probably died the day before, don't know of what, we buried him in the back yard. An opossum or something had snacked on him after he had died as there was no blood there, quite gruesome. I'm very upset about it and it's my fault, I should have looked for him earlier and maybe could have saved him. Thanks, Del
Re: Bailey is anemic
Belinda, I am so hoping that Bailey gets his medicine soon and starts to rebound. JoanBelinda Sauro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Kerry,Yes I did join the anemia group and am going to get the folic acid you mentioned. Bailey gets alot of the things you mentioned already. My vet also feels Bailey's anemia is non regenerative and if Fred Meyers ever gets my procrit or epogen (procrit is on back order) I will get him started, he is also suppose to get it 3x a week, and then we will do a count recheck.My biggest problem now is weight loss, he is losing weight and even though it is extremely stressful for him I am going to step up the syringe feeding. He is down to 8lbs 4oz, yesterday he was 8lbs 8oz. It isn't going to do either of us any good if he gets HL on top of this. I just pray the stress doesn't put him over the edge. He is extremely sensitive.If my epo or procrit doesn't come in today there is going to be news of a crazy lady in the Fred Meyers in Washington state, I'm really on the verge of losing it. It seems like everything I am trying is getting blocked or messed up and I am barely holding it together. I lost my baby Frankie to anemia back in 1995 (my then vet didn't know hardly anthing about FeLV and how to treat anything). He was at 6 (his count), still eating and looking good, he still weighted about 17lbs., the only reason I took him in was because he had changed his nightly routine and his breathing seemed labored that day. I just had a gut feeling something was wrong. My vet was amazed he was still alive. She wanted me to euthanize him right then and I told her no way. He did pass that night at home.So this is really scaring me ...-- BelindaHappiness is being owned by cats ...Be-Mi-Kitties ...http://www.bemikitties.comPost Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittenshttp://adopt.bemikitties.comFeLV Candle Light Servicehttp://www.bemikitties.com/clsHostDesign4U.com (affordable hosting & web design)http://HostDesign4U.com---BMK Designs (non-profit web sites)http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Re: Pit Bulls
Thank you!Belinda Sauro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Here is the website with the test:http://www.pitbullsontheweb.com/petbull/findpit.html-- BelindaHappiness is being owned by cats ...Be-Mi-Kitties ...http://www.bemikitties.comPost Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittenshttp://adopt.bemikitties.comFeLV Candle Light Servicehttp://www.bemikitties.com/clsHostDesign4U.com (affordable hosting & web design)http://HostDesign4U.com---BMK Designs (non-profit web sites)http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Re: Bailey is anemic
Here's hoping that Bailey improves. He has always been one of the poster cats on this list.Belinda Sauro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi All,My little Bailey is now anemic, he started losing weight over the last 2 months and his count was 22 or 23 about 2 weeks ago and yesterday was down to 18.We are not positive this is exactly accurate because getting bloodfrom him is extremely difficult and yesterday we were only able to getabout 1/2 a vial. His gums are getting pale though and he is sleepingalot and not eating very good. My vet is ordering epogen and we aregoing to be starting him on that. One thing I forgot to ask her is ifit is non-regenerative, will do that today. His bloodwork other thanthat was pretty good, although there was one other thing that was offand I will get copies faxed to me so I can see what that was. He hadxrays a week ago Monday and everything there looked OK.Bailey is 10 years old and has been positive since 5 months of age.Last year he developed pretty bad stomastisis and after tryingeverything under the sun (antibiotics, acupunture, chinese herbs) wefinally pulled all but his canines and tiny teeth in between them.This seemed to take care of the problem until within the lat couple ofmonths. I noticed he wasn't eating as good and that's when we didthis last blood work and found the anemia and that his mouth wasinflamed again. He has been on doxy and busperone and I added antirobe the last couple of days with the vets OK, and his mouth looks nice and healed but his gums are pretty pale. I syringe fed him for a few days and he is eating a bit on his own. If he doesn't pick up his eating today it will be back to syringing again which he really hates.He is on raw which he loves and got up to 11 pounds, but his weightnow is at 8lbs 10oz, so in the last 2 monts he has lost over 2 poundsand a pound of that was in the last 2 weeks.Any suggestions I can bring to my vet?? She is very good about tryingthings I suggest. I seem to remember someone from this list saidthey were having luck with immunoregalan (was that you Kerry?). Has anyone used epogen and immunoregalan together?? I asked my vet about immunoregalan and she said she thought the epogen would be better to try, anyone have any comments about that???Thanks for any ideas or suggestions I can pass on to my vet, and hopeeveryones furkids are doing well!! :)-- BelindaHappiness is being owned by cats ...Be-Mi-Kitties ...http://www.bemikitties.comPost Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittenshttp://adopt.bemikitties.comFeLV Candle Light Servicehttp://www.bemikitties.com/clsHostDesign4U.com (affordable hosting & web design)http://HostDesign4U.com---BMK Designs (non-profit web sites)http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Re: Hardy
Sherry, I am so sorry for your loss. JoanSherry DeHaan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi all,sweet Hardy that I told you all about crossed the Rainbow bridge yesterday,I did get to tell him that I loved him and he purred and purred.He always purred as soon as you would pet him,can he be added to the CLS? Thanks all for your prayers and thoughts.I am so glad that I had gotten the chance to love him,even for such a short time.I knew it was going to be hard volunteering with the sick kitties but I will keep loving them. Sherry Yahoo! DSL Something to write home about. Just $16.99/mo. or less
Please Help - FELV+ kitten in animal control facility needs home, New Jersey
Slander, arrived at the shelter almost dead from a very severe URI. With loving care and a great will to live, his health now is fine, but he tested a weak positive for feline leukemia. Slander, is a little bit shy, but once he knows you he purrs away and his appetite is great. He has some corneal scarring on one eye and is black. Slander is only 3 months old and will be tested again. If you can help find a home for this hopeful guy, please email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] or call the shelter at: 201-547-4147.
Fwd: FIV+ Information
"Doljan, Joan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: From: "Doljan, Joan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To: 'Joan Doljan' <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Subject: FW: Quick questions from a lay personDate: Wed, 28 Dec 2005 12:56:00 -0500 -Original Message-From: Niels C. Pedersen [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2005 12:38 PMTo: Doljan, JoanCc: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: Quick questions from a lay personDear Joan: This is the first that I have heard about FIV predisposition and calicos, but I will keep it in mind from now on. Interestingly, a study from France shows that orange male cats are larger and more dominant. Therefore, it was not unusual to find the alpha male in an area to be an orange male. They also found that the dominant cats were the ones that were more likely to be FIV infected. Calico female cats always carry one copy of the orange gene (orange males also have only one copy, because the orange color is X linked and males have only one X chromosome). Is it possible that cats carrying the orange gene are more likely to defend their territories and to engage in cat fights? Cat bites, due almost always from territorial fighting, are the primary mode of FIV transmission. You have posed an interesting possiblity and I will pass it on to our geneticist. thanks, Dr. PedersenAt 11:56 AM 12/22/2005, you wrote: I have a number of FIV+ cats. I have noticed that all my FIV+ females are calico and that I have lost some of my younger FIV+ guys and gals relatively quickly. Is there any evidence that female FIV+'s tend to be calicos? Is there any data showing that if FIV+ cats reach a certain age, they are more likely to live longer lives? Thanks, Joan
Re: Sanctuary
Thanks. TenHouseCats <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: i haven't--for what that's worth! On 12/20/05, Joan Doljan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Has anyone heard of Paradise Garden Animal Haven in Woodhull, N.Y? Thanks, Joan-- MaryChristineAIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCatsMSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED]ICQ: 289856892
Sanctuary
Has anyone heard of Paradise Garden Animal Haven in Woodhull, N.Y? Thanks, Joan
Re: Lost my Lancelot - add to bridge list
Gloria, I am so sorry about Lancelot. I know you did all that you could, but sometimes they just don't make it. Cold, sick, declawed and dumped! He was a lucky boy that he found someone to keep him safe and care, even though his time was so short.. Take care[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: BTW, My sweet little Lancelot (not FELV) died early Thursday morning. I got him in january, a lady called to say that he'd been outside her new house for a couple of very cold months, Dec and Jan. He had the sniffles bad. I've been pulling for him, taking him to the vet, doing lysine and interferon and Zeniquin and other abx and stuff.He just never thrived. It seemed that his kidneys weren't doing well - his pee wasn't concentrated. Suggested problems were pneumonia, or bordatella. He was a little over a year old, a white kitty with black tail and ears, a sweet as could be. Somebody had him neutered young, and declawed, then either lost or dumped him, poor boy. I wanted him to live to be 18, but was not to be.Sleep soft sweet Lancelot. Susan brought her little kitten Carla over ( who died recently) to go in the box with Lancelot and we'll bury them together.Gloria
Fwd: Urgent - Need Temporary Foster Home For FELV+ Male - NJ
Urgent - Need Temporary Foster Home for FeLv positive male cat Looney Tunes is not Looney at all. He's a sweet, friendly neutered male adult grey and white cat who happened to test positive for Feline Leukemia. He was found on a local Jersey City street and was brought to a kill shelter on November 12th where it was discovered he is positive for leukemia. His seven days are coming up and the shelter will have no recourse but to euthanize him. He needs an immediate foster home, temporary or otherwise, to get him out of the shelter. The home must be without cats OR a home with a spare room to keep him separate from other cats. Please contact Carol at 201 352 6467 during business hours. Evenings 201 521 0116. You can see him on http://libertyhumane.org Thank you.
Fwd: [NJCares] URGENT: SWEET FELV+ CAT NEEDS HOME, NJ
"Jen A." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED]From: "Jen A." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2005 08:45:25 -0500 (EST)Subject: [NJCares] URGENT: SWEET FELV+ CAT NEEDS HOME, NJCROSS POST. URGENT.Blackwood, NJ - transport can be arrangedRosie is a very cute, affectionate girl that needs an indoor home NOW. She is healthy other then the FeLV+ status. She is 2-3 yrs old.Rosie is living in absolute fear. One of the other cats in the home is terrorizing her. He actually stalks her and bites her. Her "home" is a one bedroom studio and there is no way to protect her from the other cat.The owner is so upset by the behavior that if a home is not found ASAP, she will PTS this sweet girl (who, BTW, is the only FELV+ in the home).If you can help Rosie - who gets along fine with the other cats in the apt - please call Jen at 856-845-8554 and leave a message in Box #1. or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] THANKS.-Jen A. NEWLY UPDATED, PETS THAT NEED HOMES: ffrv.petfinder.org"Whoever destroys a single life is as guilty as though he had destroyed the entire world; and whoever rescues a single life earns as much merit as though he had rescued the entire world" - The TalmudPeoplePC OnlineA better way to Internethttp://www.peoplepc.com[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~NJCares: New Jersey-based animal rights and rescue email network.TO SUBSCRIBE: [EMAIL PROTECTED] TO UNSUBSCRIBE: [EMAIL PROTECTED]PLEASE USE CAUTION when finding a home for an animal on the Internet. Vet reference, adoption contract, home-check, and follow-ups are necessary. Visit http://www.theanimalspirit.com/adopt.html for more information.COPYRIGHT NOTICE: In accordance with Title 17 U. S. C. Section 107, any copyrighted work in this message is distributed under fair use without profit or payment to those who have expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information for nonprofit research and educational purposes only. YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS Visit your group "NJCares" on the web. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.
Re: Annie is gone
Tad, What a lovely tribute to Annie. I am so glad that she had some time with you and was just not left on the street or euthanized in the vet's office. I keep re-reading your post, wondering why her behavior changed, but I just can't figure it out. Maybe, she just wanted something to call her own. Please accept my sympathies and gratitude that you gave Annie a home. Joan Tad Burnett <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Sadly I have to report another FeLV+ has passed on today...Annie was a beautiful calico with a white milk mustache...She came to live with me about a year and a half ago...She was a stray who was brought into a shelter in NJ...She had a huge gash in her side probably from a carbut she was healing well from that but she tested posand had to live in a cage with the dogs at the vets...The dogs didn't seem to bother her and she was friendlywith people and she was friendly with me until I broughther in the room with my other FeLV+ cats...She establishedher own corner with a window of her own and kept everyoneelse out...I gave her her own food and box there and shewould let me pat her if no one else was aroundAbout a month ago she stopped eating and we found shehad become anemic ...I put her in my isolation cage andput her on vitamins the vet gave us and got her eating AD..After a few days she seemed to be getting better and badlywanted out of the cage so I let her out...For a few days she was impossible to catch and didn't alwaysget her vitamins but soon she started to slide again and she waseasy to catch and medicate and we started seringe feeding...She took that easily and we had her gaining weight again...In the process she was spending more and more time on mybed where the rest of the cats all hang out and soon my feralcat who won't let me pat her but was very quick to make friendswith the other cats was able to snuggle with AnnieThe best thing of this is now the feral cat has suddenly decidedit is OK to be touched by humans and she even let me pick herup for a minute without strugglingI have been following Wendy and Cricket as it has been so closeto Annie...Yesterday she was too weak to make it to her litter boxeven though I had placed it up level with the bed for her...This washer first accidentI was struggling with the same thought of if Ishould PTS but she seemed to rest comfortably and took theseringe feedings fairly well...We had gone to smaller feedings moreoftenI was so happy when Wendy decided to try the feeding tubeyesterday as I was looking to Wendy for guidance But then itwas so very sad to here this morning that Cricket had passed duringthe nightAnnie ate well for a bit but then stopped swallowing andthen again the next feeding she didn't want to take anythingShortly after that she was resting on my stomach as I patted herand she let out a cry and then I noticed that she had stopped breathing...It was over...I believe she was comfortable and new she was lovedright up to the end...Some are very close all their life and others. like Anie its just at the endbut it doesn't make it any easier to say good buy.Michelle said it all.." But it does not get easier, as far as I can tell. Just less surprising."I will miss you sweet Annie and I hope we do get to meet againTad
Re: Wink is home, Eduardo is not
Here is hoping that Eduardo comes back soon and that Wink remains "happy as a clam". JoanJulie Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Everyone, Wink came home last night and looks like quite the little Franken-kitty! She wouldn't eat at the vet and wouldn't eat at home. She just wanted to say in her carrier on the fluffy blanket and have us pet her. She was up this morning when I got up and did eat a bit. My husband is on vacation and she was sitting on his lap rubbing her little head on the paper when I left, apparently as happy as a little clam! The side of her face is all shaved and stitched as is the top of her head because they needed to drain there, too. The biopsies won't be back until next week, so we just want to get her eating and keep her cozy. My sort-of-feral Eduardo has been outside with the outside cats this summer. He's very passive and he has a lot of trouble with Tramp who is a big bully. He was doing well in the little zone he had carved out for himself, but he hasn't been home in over a week. I think it was he who ran from a cat fight I broke up (naturally Tramp was involved) but I couldn't really see; all I saw was a black behind running. My neighbor claims she's seen him in the bushes, but he is not coming when I call him (we had reached the point where he would) and I have not seen him. I put all the outside cats in the garage yesterday and today so I'm hoping, hoping that he feesl safe enough to come home. I miss him so. I can't stand having outside cats; I'm not looking forward to the heating bill, but I will be delighted when the weather turns cold enough that they don't want to leave their beds by the furnace. All your good thoughts and wishes are so appreciated; it means so much to me to have you all!!! Love, Julie"I hold that, the more helpless a creature, the more entitled it isto protection by man from the cruelty of man. " "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated."Mohandas Gandhi (1869-1948)Paws Come WITH Claws!!!If you're thinking about de-clawing your cat, you need to re-think your decision to acquire a pet. Yahoo! for GoodClick here to donate to the Hurricane Katrina relief effort.
Re: More good thoughts needed
Good vibes from my guys to Wink.Julie Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Dear Friends, Wink has been suffering from a severe ear infection for many weeks. There was an abcess of the lymph node at one point that required surgery. She finished her latest round of antibiotics (Panmyacin and Baytril) on Saturday and was back at the vet last night because she is still periodically bleeding and producing pus from the site of the last surgery. The swelling now has spread to her forehead and the hair there is falling out. Wendy did see a small growth in the ear when she looked last night so Wink's having surgery and a biopsy today. They are now unsure if a complete removal of the ear canal will help since the primary problem seems to be a severe, spreading infection that is unresponsive despite having been cultured and the combo antibiotics prescribed. Wink is her usual tiny, 5lb., happy self and was purring and headbutting everyone. I'm so worried about her and am just in dread of what news the biopsy might bring. Please keep a good thought for my little girl. Love, Julie"I hold that, the more helpless a creature, the more entitled it isto protection by man from the cruelty of man. " "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated."Mohandas Gandhi (1869-1948)Paws Come WITH Claws!!!If you're thinking about de-clawing your cat, you need to re-think your decision to acquire a pet. __Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Paulie
Julie, I am so sorry about Paulie. You both will be in my thoughts and may Paulie have a peaceful passing and release from pain Love, JoanJulie Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Dear Friends, Please keep Paulie in your thoughts. He is my feral who is CRF. He's been eating less and starting last night began to vocalize. It's not an agonal scream, but it's very unusual for him. He never meows or makes any other sound. He did it again this morning (he was in the bathroom where he never ventures). He at first let me pick him up, but then got scared and jumped so I had to towel him and get him set up in the mudroom. He's so very thin. I've made arrangements to pick up a tranquilizer for him and then take him in this afternoon to be euthanized. My beautiful boy with his soft, smoky grey stripes; my heart is just breaking. He went through so much with his eye only to have this happen at only 7 years of age. I hope that he will cross peacefully. Love, Julie "I hold that, the more helpless a creature, the more entitled it isto protection by man from the cruelty of man. " "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated."Mohandas Gandhi (1869-1948)Paws Come WITH Claws!!!If you're thinking about de-clawing your cat, you need to re-think your decision to acquire a pet. __Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Mandy's biopsy is today
I have noticed with my crew that things happen in waves as well. Here's hoping that all results are good with everyone. I have some ferals as well and it is so hard when they get ill. Sometimes, I even have to trap them to bring them to the vet. Good wishes from me and my crew, JoanJulie Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Everyone, Please send a good wish her way; she's having the mass in her mouth biopsied this morning. Tomorrow Wink is going into have a drain removed from a lymph node (she was being treated for an ear infection that abcessed into the lymph node and had surgery on Wednesday) and Paulie is having bloodwork done. He hasn't been eating well for several days, is drinking and peeing a lot. He's the father of Tater Tot and Mandy, and I have to admit, I am so freaked out that so many from that group are all suddenly ill. He's only 7 years old. He's feral and he let me pick him up the other day (he NEVER misses a meal and I was so stunned when he wouldn't eat that I just reached for him and he didn't run) and is letting me pet him in the isolation room without much fuss. Love, Julie "I hold that, the more helpless a creature, the more entitled it isto protection by man from the cruelty of man. " "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated."Mohandas Gandhi (1869-1948)Paws Come WITH Claws!!!If you're thinking about de-clawing your cat, you need to re-think your decision to acquire a pet. Start your day with Yahoo! - make it your home page
CLS - Please add Twiggy to the Special Needs list
Twiggy was rescued by my friend Norrice from a house with a few FIP kittens. Twiggy has always been very frail and now is not eating once again. She is FIV-/FELV-. Thank you, Joan
Re: stress
Terri, I hope everything gets better soon for you. I agree with you about FIP, it is just a horrible disease. JoanTerri Durham-Stone <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi - thank you all for your warm thoughts prayersI am holding up ok. All my furr babies keep me going.Looks like my other 4 FeLV + kittens will be heading to Chicago to be in areal home until re-testing then if neg will be adopted out. A friend issetting up transportation. They are just so sweet.FIP is the worst ,,, nothing you can do, only prolong it by draining thefluid but I can't see making them suffer. We sure have had a lot of itthis year, and your right ,,, FelV is I think a lesser of the 2 evils.Yesterday at work, Hubby started acting funny - he was incoherant - heseems to be better now but they don't know what caused it. They ran allkinds of test yesterday - will go up to the hospital this morning to seehim. He is also very swollen like retaining water, they still have notfound out why.Maybe today we will have some answers and maybe a better day.Thank youTerri - hangin onNina wrote:> Oh Terri,> What terrible news! You have so much to deal with, you must be near> breaking point. Hold on, keep strong, things have to get better soon.> You must be one strong lady to be able to deal with it all. (Don't> argue, you are dealing). What sent your husband to the hospital? I'm> praying for strength for you and good health for your husband and the> remaining kitties.> Nina>> Terri Durham-Stone wrote:>> > Today, I had another 4 month old kitten with FIP he (Cosmo) i called> > him my little Cosimo . is now over the bridge... No siblings, he> > was an only kitten brought in and dropped off at Petco.> > Hubby in hospital, will be doing test - not sure what is wrong, Man> > this has been a crappy day> > Worried and Tired and no tears left ,,--Terri Durham-StoneSafe a Life "Spay and Neuter"Live well, Love much, Laugh Often
Re: No Exploratory (Yet) for Tater Tot
Lots of positive vibes from all of us to you and Tator Tot. Julie Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Dear Friends, Tater Tot came home on Saturday. The fluid was drained and was more thick and yellow than earlier in the week. One more brick in the wall for an FIP diagnosis. I talked at length with Wendy when I picked him up on Saturday and while she was willing to do the exploratory, she wasn't awfully positive about what we'd find and felt he was rather high-risk. I did talk to her about a CAT scan and she agreed it could be useful to rule out other diseases and wouldn't carry the risks of exploratory surgery. She's contacting an internist today to try and set up a referral. He's eating and seems interested in everything around him, but his belly is already starting to fill again. I've been reading everything possible about FIP and just joined the Yahoo group. Please keep him in your thoughts. Love, Julie"I hold that, the more helpless a creature, the more entitled it isto protection by man from the cruelty of man. " "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated."Mohandas Gandhi (1869-1948)Paws Come WITH Claws!!!If you're thinking about de-clawing your cat, you need to re-think your decision to acquire a pet. Start your day with Yahoo! - make it your home page
Re: Tater Tot's Situtation
I hope all turns out well. I have never heard of anything like this. JoanJulie Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Everyone, I'm really worried about my little man. When I went to visit him last night, his belly was even more full of fluid. He's on an IV (he's quite dehydrated) and getting antibiotics for the high WBC. He was quite happy to see me and acting like he felt well. He greedily ate baby food from my finger; about 1/4 of a jar. The cytology on the fluid is not back and now the lab is saying they may not have completed it until tomorrow. Neither vet thinks it looks like FIP fluid; it's clear and reasonably thin. Tater's bloodwork is all normal (except for the 40,000 WBC). Nothing looks out of place on an ultrasound. His heart sounds perfect; liver and kidney function are normal. He does has a positive Corona virus titre, but probably all my cats do. He was retested for FeVL/FIV and still negative (although they are drawing out a vial of belly fluid and are going to test with that, too). Everyone is puzzled and waiting to see what the cytology report shows. The two main contenders I've been given are FIP or lymphoma. We're considering draining the belly and doing exploratory surgery. Oh, he is also not pooping. Has anyone ever heard of or been through anything like this? I'm trying not to panic, but it's getting harder by the day. Michelle or Nina, you both imported feline interferon, correct? How long did it take (the vet has to make the application to the FDA (or is it USDA?), right?). I have to check some more; I think I read of experimental treatment for FIP with feline interferon. I just can't think what can possibly be going on and why he can be filling up like this and still seem so well; I mean, if he wasn't a balloon, one really wouldn't think anything was wrong with him. When Little Evie had wet FIP, she was in absolute agony when her belly was touched. Love, Julie"I hold that, the more helpless a creature, the more entitled it isto protection by man from the cruelty of man. " "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated."Mohandas Gandhi (1869-1948)Paws Come WITH Claws!!!If you're thinking about de-clawing your cat, you need to re-think your decision to acquire a pet. __Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Georgie IS FOUND!!!
I am so glad! Joan"MacKenzie, Kerry N." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Dear all I just wanted to thank you all for all your prayers and support for Georgie--it worked!!! I got this email from Nancy today! (Of course, I asked for the "story" and that's in the 2nd email.) So good to hear this news--and I know you'd all want to hear it too. Kerry After nearly a week of you-know-what for Steve and I Georgie was found safe and sound late Saturday night I'm sparing the details but if anyone wants the story, let me know. He is recouping from his adventure. He's thinner (and smaller than I remembered) but overall looks good and appears healthy. We are watching him closely and loving him tons. He appears to have a better appreciation for his family. We are getting lots of kisses and he is more vocal now. I took yesterday off just to love him!! Thanks everyone for your thoughts, prayers and support during this difficult time. Here's the story... To make a long story short, we got a call on Saturday that led us near St. George's church (can you believe?). It wasn't him but my husband had a feeling. Late that night (around 9:30) after passing out flyers and looking for him we went home. My husband went to water our garden and I decided to go back and sit on the patio. I had been putting food out and the food in the front and back were nearly empty. We decided to move the food so we could see out our bedroom window to see who was eating it. As soon as I did, we heard a meow coming from the dark sidewalk. I wasn't sure if it was Georgie or not but I got down on my knees and called him. He came close and I tried to grab him but he ran off. He didn't go very far and howled/meowed. I called him again and jingled his food. He came close. I picked him up. I handed him off to my husband (who stated he wasn't go to let him go for his life) and ran to the front to get his carrier. We shoved him in it and then took him to the front to see if it was him. After confirming certain details, we realized it was indeed our Georgie and we jumped up/down and hugged each other and realized what a blessing we received. We went to St. George's church Sunday morning. My husband didn't have a dry eye the entire mass.=00 Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP is moving our Chicago office to the Hyatt Center, 71 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606. Email addresses, telephone numbers, and facsimile numbers remain unchanged. For more information, click the link below or copy / paste the link into the address bar of your Web browser: http://www.mayerbrownrowe.com/chicago/move.asp Please Note: Some administrative functions will be located at 230 S. LaSalle, Chicago IL, 60604. IRS CIRCULAR 230 NOTICE. Any advice expressed above as to tax matters was neither written nor intended by the sender or Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP to be used and cannot be used by any taxpayer for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed under U.S. tax law. If any person uses or refers to any such tax advice in promoting, marketing or recommending a partnership or other entity, investment plan or arrangement to any taxpayer, then (i) the advice was written to support the promotion or marketing (by a person other than Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP) of that transaction or matter, and (ii) such taxpayer should seek advice based on the taxpayers particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor. This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail.
Re: Hi Everyone
I am so glad you have resurfaced. I have been concerned about you, your husband and charges as well. JoanJulie Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Dear Friends, I tried to get thru my overflowing (months!) of email and it just wasn't going to happen. I can see that we have suffered some terrible losses and my heart goes out to everyone who has lost a beloved companion; I hope your memories will comfort you. It also seems that we have new members; the reason for finding this group is always sad, but you will never find a group of more loving, caring friends. Some of you might remember that last winter my husband was diagnosed with multiple aneurysms; the most serious was in his abdomen and after weeks of tests and referrals, he was scheduled for surgery because the abdominal aneurysm was felt to be in danger of rupture. He had that surgery and came through it well. He was home for about a week and one morning we were up having coffee and he suddenly got this really strange look on his face; I asked if he needed pain medication and he said, "no; I'm blind". OK; bit of a heart-stopper there. He was rushed to the ER and it was finally determined that his left carotid artery was completely blocked and he'd actually had blood flow stop temporarily. He was transferred by ambulance back to the hospital in Hartford where he had his prior surgery (we live about 30 miles east) and had emergency surgery to clean out the artery. I repeatedly asked how this could have been missed after all the screening that was done pre-surgery since he is a high-risk patient (diabetic and known cardiac blockage). I really got no answers and I am angry to this day that he could easily have died or been left permanently impaired. His sight did return and we feel fortunate, but once again, I feel my trust in the medical community erode a bit further. We absolutely did not intend to sue anyone; we simply wanted to be sure that absolutely everything that he SHOULD be screened for (how can you ask for it if you don't know about it?) he was screened for. He's left with some numbness on one side of his face that primarily bothers him when he trims his beard (says it feels weird), and a big scar from behind his ear to his collar bone; big deal, right? I told him it just makes him look tough! I was out of work for a bit caring for him (he's now back to work, too) and came back to a nightmare of project deadlines, office moves, a new boss, and a generally toxic workplace! On the kitty front, Brownie (FIV+) had both his eyes removed and he is like a different cat! He rubs his head all over now; it obviously hurt too much to do it before. I will never use the vet who initially screened him again. Tater Tot is in the hospital on an IV and being evaluated. He had a mild cold about 2 weeks ago and I took him in and we decided to give sub-q fluids and Lysine since he does have herpes and it just seemed to be a particularly bad flare-up (I was given a sample of a new veterinary lysine gel to try and evaluate; thumbs down! It was way too think and 500mg worth was a really big blob that he was having no part of; so stick to the capsules until they reformulate, is my advice!). Since then, I've observed him straining to poop and passing tiny little stools and by this weekend it was obvious that fluid was collecting in his belly. The aspirate didn't look like typical FIP fluid, but it's being sent out and bloodwork and many other tests are being done. My heart is just breaking for him; he's only six years old and been sick so much of his life. They've already warned me that whatever is going on is not good but I just pray that it's treatable. Please think good thoughts for him. It's been a hot, muggy and miserable summer here in the Northeast and I am having a terrible flea outbreak; I swear that I have some mutant strain of super-fleas that nothing will kill! I've used Borax successfully for years, and at one point (in a room I have sealed off) they were jumping out of it! I'd left an absurd amount on the floor (like half an inch; thinking, "I WILL kill you") and I went in to check and vacuum it up after a few DAYS and they were leaping out of it biting me! I swear they were bigger and stronger than before I put the Borax down! I've had to use Frontline on everyone (Program for the ferals because I can slip it into their food) which I hate to do because I think it's so dangerous (it takes fingernail polish off!!!) but I have 3 cats who get terrible dermatitis from flea bites and I couldn't let them be miserable, but I really, really don't like using it. So, that's what I've been up to! 2005 officially sucks! A big, group hug to everyone and headbutts to all the kitties! Love, Julie"I hold that, the more helpless a creature, the more entitled it isto protection by man from the cruelty of man. " "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated."Mohandas Gandhi
Bramble
Michelle, We are all pulling for Bramble. Joan
Re: CLS for belinda and all the group
Macarena, I am so sorry about your nephew's loss and of course yours. The loss of Kurt reminds me of my Grayson who died this winter. He was my first cat and led me to the path I am following now. He was so smart and loving. He adopted me when he was outside and wound his way into my heart and home. He used to call me to bed and then gently lie on my head all night. In the morning, if he felt I overslept he would gently tap my face with his paw, but if I did not wake up, out came the claws (gentle but persistant). I know the sadness one can feel when their special ones leave. It is an aloneness which nevr seems to go completely away. But it also leaves a tender memory which remains in your heart forever. Take care, Joanmaca cats <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: hi dear group,i have been mostly lurking lately, and so sad for recent losses, yoursand mine, that I couldn't write, kind of a frozen state...I want to send hugs for evey one of you that is struggling with diseaseand of course for all of you who have lost a dear friend recently. here it has been a hard battle too. on may 27 our lovely Riso died atera terrible night. He had been diagnosed with pancreatitis, which isfatal, and given 2 months to live. he lived for 8 months of reasonablelife quality with our care, but finally his little body couldn'fight anylonger, and his last night he spent almost in comma, with an IV line athome, at bed with us, and he died peacefully in his sleep. I could bearit because we knes he was going to die, so we were at peace since wegave him the best we could.but then Kurt got sick..he was the light of my lie, 9 1/2 yo, he was theone who made me understand cats, we communicated with each other in away I fear i will never be able to with any other creature. I miss himso much. he died on july 17, and i couldn't stop holding him until weburied him, he was cold and stiff, ... I never had so much troubleletting go... I still feear to go to bed every night, because myinstinct is always to call him. he slept by my side, with his little pawover my neck for years, now i misss him as if a part of my body isgone...I know only you can understand what I am talking about...Belinda, could you please add Riso and Kurt to the CLS? it helps to seethem remembered in some place. Also could you please add Canelo, anadorable orange tabby who belonged to my nephews, and was killed by acar last july 27. thank you so much for being theer, at the end of the line.sad Macarena and the 13 furballs.Chile
Spanky
Sheila, I am so sorry about Spanky. Joan
Fwd: FW: [NMHP] The pets don't have to leave when baby arrives!
Note: forwarded message attached.--- Begin Message --- Title: Message -Original Message-From: Joan Doljan [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, July 07, 2005 7:05 AMTo: Doljan, JoanSubject: Fwd: [NMHP] The pets don't have to leave when baby arrives! NMHPForum <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>From: "NMHPForum" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Wed, 6 Jul 2005 20:59:09 -0700Subject: [NMHP] The pets don't have to leave when baby arrives! My Groups | NMHP Main Page Question from Crystal:Cats are all too often surrendered because "owner is pregnant" or "new baby." People are paranoid about toxoplasmosis (never mind that raw meat is a greater hazard than cat litter) and there are STILL superstitions attached to cats and babies.I definitely think humane education is a must for the medical profession (who are often in a position to allay fears) but in the meantime how do we keep cats from losing their homes once a baby arrives? Response from Dr Emily Weiss: What a wonderful question! And what a wonderful way for us to help our communities view shelters as resources. I suggest that you work on developing a workshop--to be held in a public facility such as a library, University or other area-focusing on introducing a pet to a new baby. We know that clients often relinquish due to clashes, or perceived clashes, between a new child and the family pet. By capturing the clients before the birth of their child, we can help decrease the chances of relinquishment. Response from Best Friends Network: This is an issue that we deal with on a regular basis. We completely agree that education is the key, especially in the medical field. Many times it's the doctor that tells the expectant mother that the cat must go! There is some great information on Cornell University's website on toxoplasmosis that we hope you will find helpful in dispelling rumors and educational on how to prevent the spread of toxoplasmosis to adults, children and babies: http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/resources/brochure/toxo.html On the other end, dogs are also given the boot when the baby arrives for many of the same fears. The information below can be applied to both cats and dogs. The suggestions given below are from the books Cat Love and Twisted Whiskers, written by Pam Johnson-Bennet, a feline behaviorconsultant. BEFORE THE BABY ARRIVES It may seem that your pets are jealous of your new baby, but really they're just anxious. Pets hate change, and so any change leads to anxiety. Bringing in a new baby is an enormous change - not just for the parents, but also for their pets! Here are some helpful suggestions: * Have your cats/dogs spayed or neutered beforehand (spaying/neutering will make your pets calmer).* Put a little of whatever creams or powder you will use on your baby on yourself, so that your pet will become used to that scent.* Play audio tapes of baby sounds (especially crying) before the baby is born. Start on a low volume, then increase the volume slowly (not deafening, though). Play with and stroke your pet while you play the tapes, so he/she will associate baby crying with good feelings).* Let your pet investigate the new baby furniture. (It can always be wiped off later.) Play with and caress your pet during these times as well.* Don't paint the nursery, install new carpet and bring in new furniture all at once. Remember, pets, especially cats, hate change! But, they will adjust if you go slowly.* To dissuade your cats from sleeping in the baby's crib, set up empty soda cans in the crib with a few pennies in each. When your kitties jump in and knock over the cans, they'll be startled by the noise.* If you have a friend with a baby, invite them over so that your pet can get adjusted to the sight and sound of a baby. Caress and play with your pet while your visitors are present.* The closer the due date, the more important it is to maintain your regular routines with your pets. * Do not run out and declaw your kitty! Cats only scratch when they feel they are in danger, so declawing is unnecessary. Declawing is also traumatic and painful for cats (for more info, please visit www.pawproject.org). Cats with claws do fine around babies and children. They are curious animals, so they'll often come close to investigate, but that's all. WHEN THE BABY COMES HOME* Feed your pet his favorite meal.* Try to give your cats and dogs a little extra attention after the baby arrives.* When your pet is calm, let her sniff your baby and the baby's things. She will not harm the baby - she's just curious. Try to remain calm yourself, b
Re: Please add Flavia to CLS Belinda
Kerry, I am so sorry. I know how much you cared for her and she sensed she could make you understand that it was time for her to leave. I know she is in a better place, not suffering, but missing you as well. Joan Kerry MacKenzie <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Dear allMy sweet, gorgeous little girl Flavia is gone.It all happened so quickly. When I went in to check on her at 9.30am (shehad seemed fine at 6am and later), she was hiding in the carrier, and seemedto be breathing more rapidly than the others. I also noticed than someonehad vomited--a first, if my memory serves me right, since they all arrivedin December 2003. I figured it was probably Flavia. Someone else has alsobeen urinating a little over the past few days out of the box--again, afirst. I thought it was probably Flavia.So, seeing her fast breathing, I panicked, and took her immediately to thevet I saw yesterday, Dr Teuber, and she confirmed that her respiratory ratehad increased since yesterday. We ran a PCV, and it had plummeted to 10,from 16 1/2 at 4pm yesterday.I actually think Flavia was ready. She didn't want to play at all last night(she hasn't been able to play the way she used to--leaping in the air tocatch the "bug"--for a few weeks, presumably because she hasn't had theenergy). Her quality of life was going downhill. It's a pity we didn't get achance to use the IR, which I had had fedexed to 2 clinics. (Her IR wouldhave probably begun later this week--I had the housecall vet set up, andjust had to set a schedule.)I was/am a mess, but Flavia and I had a long cuddle, which was reallylovely, and helped a lot, for which I am very grateful. The vet was awonderful woman, who I only met yesterday (Dr Teuber at Higgins, Belinda--dotell your Chicago friend.). Looks like I may not have terminated myrelationship with Higgins after all...I am grateful that Flavia gave me the signs today, while I was still hereand able to help her.act on it immediately. The thought of her fighting forbreath for hours, or suffering in any way, while I was gone, and no one hereapart from the petsitter 30 mins a day, was not something I could accept. (Idid not want to hospitalize her.)I'm going to miss her terribly. I loved that little soul. I've been a bit ofa mess over the thought of losing her for the last 2 weeks, and shed moretears than I thought humanly possible. She was a tabby, very feminine,elfin-faced, with streaks of auburn and coffee and cream on her undersideand a long, beautiful, elegant tail. Last night I stroked her with a featherfor a long time and she really enjoyed it--stretching luxuriously. And, ofcourse, she became much more willing to be stroked and held over the pastfew days.Thanks to everyone for their prayers and good wishes. If I'm not in touchagain today, I send lots of healing vibes for all the sick kitties, and I'llbe in touch again the weekend of the 23rd.Goodbye, my gorgeous Flavia.Kerry- Original Message -From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To: Sent: Wednesday, July 06, 2005 10:52 AMSubject: Re: Felvtalk Digest, Vol 5, Issue 3...for Michelle L.> Dear Michelle L.:>> There is no point (and much risk) in vaccinating an immune-compromised cat> who is FIV+ or FeLV+. Vaccinations are an assault of sorts to the immunesystem> and can be detrimental to even a cat with a normal immune system. Thereis> much good info about the risks of vaccines on the website Holisticat.com,or I> would recommend highly the book by Dr. Martin Goldstein, The Nature ofAnimal> Healing.>> Some vets do still believe that the FIV and FeLV viruses are related, but> more recent research tends to show they are not just substrains of thesame> virus. The best that we can do for immune-compromised cats is to providethem with> the healthiest possible diet, provide immune support and protect them from> exposure as best we can to undue stress to their immune system due toemotional> challenges, enviromental toxins or other cats that may carry pathogensthat> their immune system cannot withstand. Other cats are really more of athreat to> the FIV+ or FeLV+ cat than vice versa.>> I have not done much research on FIV, but got a crash course on FeLV in> '03-04 with two unrelated kittens I rescued in Oct. and Nov. '02 whoturned out to> be FeLV+. The strain of FeLV virus (call it FeLV-A) that cats pass one to> another causes significant immune suppression, but little else. It isthrough> recombining with a cat's DNA and mutating that the more virulent subgroups> occur, the FeLV-A+B that is associated with lymphoma or other cancers andFeLV-A+C> that is associated with nonregenerative anemia/leukemia. In the worsecase> scenario it is possible for both subgroups to develop to FeLV-A+B+C. Atpresent> the mechanism which prompts such mutations is not known. This explainswhy> some cats live for years, even with the virus in their bone marrow, while> others crash and succumb early on. Have you found out there is a similar> progression for cats who are FIV+? In general, they seem to ha
Re: My Rescue Senior Siamesee...not good :(
Terrie, Thank you for taking such good loving care of Ling and taking on the hardest of all tasks. Joan[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Good morning all, Remember the Senior Siamese that was willed to me? Well, I'm going to be taking him to the Vet today to send him off to the bridge. He is in the final phase of kidney failure. I don't want him to suffer anymore so I have decided to let him go. He has stopped eating three days ago. I have force fed him and he is throwing it all back up. He has also been fed intravenously as well. He has loss so much weight as well. He was about 15 yrs old when I got him. He was in poor health and all. He was Hyper-T so that didn't help matters. He had 7 claws imbedded into his pads (minor surgery) and Ear Mites prior to me getting him. I'm going to do this without my husband around because he always makes it harder. (he is a softy) So wish "Ling" a safe journey to the bridge. Terrie MohrCheck site for available Siameses for adoption!http://www.iGive.com/TAZZYShttps://www.paypal.com/TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTShttp://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/Click Here to Join WASHINGTON SIAMESE RESCUE Yahoo Group!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescueClick Here to Join K9 and Puddy Xpress Yahoo http://groups.yahoo.com/group/K9andPuddyXpress/joinhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE & COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.orecatay.com/http://www.awca.net/index.htmhttp://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/http://www.meezer.com/http://thesiamesestore.com/http://tx.siameserescue.org/adopt.htmlhttp://ca.siameserescue.org/Southern CA. Siamese Rescuehttp://cs.siameserescue.org/Northern CA. Siamese Rescuehttp://cn.siameserescue.org/http://co.siameserescue.org/http://va.siameserescue.org/
Re: My sweet brave baby - George: FIV and a liver problem
I have been giving Denosyl and Milk Thistle to Bruce. You do not need a prescription for it anymore. Joan[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hideyo, I have not been following the responses to your posts (am in the process of moving and do not have the time or energy). But my Simon had sky-high billirubin levels (25!), so here is some advice: 1. Denasyl (sp?) is better/stroonger than milk thistle, I think, for the liver. It comes from vets. But it is the same thing as SAMe, which you can get at the health food store. It can probably be given with milk thistle. 2. Liver so compromised can be from lymphoma, like with Simon, or from cholangiohepatitis, which is treatable with antibiotics, or from hepatic lipidosis, which requires a feeding tube. A biopsy is necessary to tell. You probably already know this, and maybe already got the biopsy-- again, I didn't read the whole thread so don't know. Lymphoma would be the worst case scenario, but Simon's bilirubin came down to almost normal with steroids and chemo (he died two months later from anemia). Michelle
Re: My sweet brave baby - George: FIV and a liver problem
Hideyo, I have been using Milk Thistle for one of my guys and it is remarkable. I used the brand made by Animal Apawthecary and Bruce hates it, but it seems to keep help with his anemia. Also, someone at work, has a son who is on Milk Thistle and flourishing. JoanHideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi, everyone I took George to the vet yesterday afternoon I was hoping that we could examine him and draw a blood without anesthesia because of his physical weakness I picked him up and was able to put him a bag with a zipper with no problem, he did not try to scratch me or bite I felt like he trusted me somehow but when he was taken to the back to draw a blood, they really couldnt do it because he was so wiggly anyway, I really hated the idea of anesthesia, but with the understanding that its going to be a plain short one I went ahead and gave them a permission I was so scared while waiting, I almost lost one of my FIV boys in the past from the reaction from anesthesia and I lost Suzi from spaying surgery I was so nervous. My George did very well I was so proud of him and he ate last night (really good) and I am hoping that he will not have averse reaction from the procedure. Anyway, he was tested positive for FIV, which I was not devarsted by I have already 5 FIV positive guys and they are all chubby happy boys he only weighed 7.6 lb, he was very skinny all the blood work came back normal, except his liver his skin is all jaundice and the values of AST, ALT Total Billirubin are very very high! My holistic vet had suggested before to use Milk Thistle for Leo when he had a liver problem I am writing to see if anyone has any suggestions for liver problem. As I understand that liver is the most important organ, but fortunately, liver has a great recovery capability unlike Kidney (his kidney is normal yeah!) anyway, if you have any suggestions, please let me know I would like to do everything I can do help him!! PS, he even lets me pet him I just love my little George!
Re: pls add Norman to the CLS
Robin, Please accept my sincere sympathies for your loss. Also, thank you for giving him such good care and a loving home. JoanRobin Sarafinchan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I've been off and on the list since one of our cats tested positive almost 2 years ago. Norman was quite healthy up until a month ago when he became lethargic and his appetite diminished. Blood work showed him to be anemic (13) so we did a transfusion which improved his condition a bit for a few weeks but he still wasn't eating much and hadn't much energy. Tuesday night suddenly he could no longer stand up and seemed in real distress so we took him to the vet in the morning and helped him cross over to the bridge. It's always an agonizing decision to make but I feel it was the right one. I just wanted to thank you to everyone for their advice and for listening. This is the third cat we've lost in less than 2 years (the others due to other illnesses). For statistics, Norman was 5 years old but I don't know how long he was FELV+ (was only initially tested 2 years ago). It's such a horrible disease, I hope someday some of my money can go to research. For now, we're going to retest our other three cats, hope they continue to be negative and go from there. I know there will be more furkids in our lives. Thank you for listening. Robin
Fwd: [NJCares] Attention: Noah's Ark Rescue / Blind Kitten - Attention Kat
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Thu, 16 Jun 2005 13:21:37 EDTSubject: [NJCares] Attention: Noah's Ark Rescue / Blind KittenHi,I was told by Teresa, who has the blind kitten in NY, that a volunteer from Noah's Ark rescue in NJ would be taking him this week. Teresa does not even know the last name of the person she is giving the kitten to. Could someone from Noah's Ark please confirm that you are, indeed, picking up the blind kitten? She said the person who is picking him up is named Cat.Thanks!Shell[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~NJCares: New Jersey-based animal rights and rescue email network.TO SUBSCRIBE: [EMAIL PROTECTED] TO UNSUBSCRIBE: [EMAIL PROTECTED]PLEASE USE CAUTION when finding a home for an animal on the Internet. Vet reference, adoption contract, home-check, and follow-ups are necessary. Visit http://www.theanimalspirit.com/adopt.html for more information.COPYRIGHT NOTICE: In accordance with Title 17 U. S. C. Section 107, any copyrighted work in this message is distributed under fair use without profit or payment to those who have expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information for nonprofit research and educational purposes only. Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NJCares/ To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.
Re: Fw: [Volunteers] Fwd: Re: Signature Confirmation - Defenseless Victims:Chained And Tethered Dogs - 3 - 2976
Done and passed on.Barbara Lowe <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: anyone in the NY area-could you sign this petition and forward to anyfriends who are in NY. thank you!barbara- Original Message -From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>> Hi Everyone:>> A friend at the shelter is looking to get this passed. Please take amoment to> sign the petition. A law banning chaining dogs is so very badly needed.>> Linda>> http://www.PetitionOnline.com/2976/>>
Re: CLS-Smokey/Gloria
Gloria, I feel you will find Smokey as well. All fingers, toes and paws crossed. Joan[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: GloriaPlease tell your friend I will keep Smokey in my thoughts that he is found soon.Carla
Re: Re: FIP - Good Explanation
http://www.winnfelinehealth.org/health/FIP.html[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: from what i understand FIP is the body's response to the mutated corona virus. i think its the virus itself not the bodies genetics but the viruses. there are many corona viruses (kind of like breeds of cats) and every once in a while there is mutation (kind of like double paws). michelle really gets this one.. an I in the right track michelle?kristiFrom: Gloria Lane <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: 2005/06/13 Mon AM 11:19:18 EDTTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: Re: FIPIsn't FIP a mutation of one of the corona viruses based on the cats own genetic makeup, or something like that?GloriaOn Jun 12, 2005, at 9:55 PM, catatonya wrote:> I think they are saying now that it's really not that 'catchy' > because it's caused by a corona virus that most cats are or will > be exposed to already. It's just that most cats > exposed to the various viruses do not come down with fip and a few do.>> t>> [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:> I was already afraid of that. How "catchy" is it for my other cats? > How again is that spread- we never see it at my clinic- isn't it > pretty uncommon these days or am I confusing with another > infectious disease?> She is too young for the baby aspirin or should i say too thin, she > does not weigh enough to even qualify for the smallest possible > dose. We just started her on a 2nd antibiotic so fingers are > crossed. I can't believe she's still eating!!> >> > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2005/06/12 Sun PM 02:20:21 EDT> > To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org> > Subject: Re: 6 week old kitten fever question> >> > I don't mean to scare you, but it could be FIP.> >> > Has your vet mentioned using baby aspiring to bring down the > fever? It worked> > with Ginger. Adult cats can get one baby aspirin every three days > (too much> > aspirin can kill cats). I have no idea how much a kitten that > small would get,> > or if it is even safe, so please do not try it without talking to > the vet> > first.> >> > Michelle> >> >>
Re: Bramble
Michelle, I am so sorry about Bramble. He is though a lucky boy to have found a compassionate person, such as yourself, to help release him from his pain. Joan.[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bramble is going to the vet in 1 1/2 hours. I came in to find him appearing visually impaired - he couldn't see the piece of chicken and was startled when I put it to his nose - he then had difficulty judging the floor from my knee and was hesitant to get down. He then went into a seizure - writhing around for about 4 minutes and has just done that for another minute about 30mins later. The other 2 cats are scared again. I'm pretty sure this will have to be a euthansia case today - I am going to push on the flea treatment adverse effects though - but I can say that he is now suffering and I can't let him suffer if they can't do anything. These decisions hurt so bad but my baby boy without doubt is in the full blown faids stage - his weight is plummeting fast even though he has eaten. I just hope if the vet says the E word and I go ahead that it is right for him. Whilst I think the flea treatment may well have exacerbated this I'm sure the FIV is a lot to blame too. I'll let you know the outcome. Michelle L
RE: Websites to contact local affiliates - Bronx Nuns
212-371-1000Chris <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Just called the Monastery & was sent to the vicars office 212-372-1000 ext. 2576. The person handling this told me that Sister Helen I talking to neighborhood cats org.. would not tell me why they decided to change their policy I pointed out that while Sister H. talked, these cats who have been fed for 8 years are slowing starving to death or dying of thirst. Suggested that because of publicity, the archdiose may find itself with news crew at the front door filming carcasses! I dont really think I made a dent but perhaps if anyone in this can also call, it cant hurt . Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Doljan, JoanSent: Wednesday, June 08, 2005 10:01 AMTo: 'felvtalk@felineleukemia.org'Subject: FW:Websites to contact local affiliates - Bronx Nuns These are the websites of the NYC local affiliates. If you live in the area, you can email them (through these sites) and contact their assignment desks. Joan On 6/8/05 9:52 AM, "Doljan, Joan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: www.cbs2ny.com www.abclocal.go.com www.wnbc.com
RE: need prayers please!
Sending lots of healing vibes. JoanHideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thank you, Kerry it just makes me mad that if his original owner was responsible enough, he wouldnt have to live on street like he has been, and he may not have gotten FIV. He was not even neutered I probably should have taken him in several months ago when I first saw him, then, he might not have gotten FIV either thats my only regret poor baby Carl I hope he gains his weight back very soon. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of MacKenzie, Kerry N.Sent: Tuesday, June 07, 2005 2:21 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: RE: need prayers please! Oh, Hideyo, I'm praying Corky is now on the road to recovery and will be home really really soon. And I'm praying Carl's result is negative. Sounds like he's home already. What a lucky kitty, finding you. Already his life has improved a million-fold! Thanks for all that you do for these little honeys. (I think of you, and then I think of that awful feral-hating woman who calls herself a vicar...it's an upside-down world) love and hugs, Kerry -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Hideyo YamamotoSent: Tuesday, June 07, 2005 3:09 PMTo: felvtalk@felineleukemia.orgSubject: need prayers please! One of my 4 year old babies, a mutt doggy, Corky (mix of Scottie, Westie and Schnauzer) all of sudden started having bloody stools early this morning or I should say, there really was no stools, just tons and tons of dark red bloods coming out like a flood so much came out that I almost fainted I never seen so much blood at one place she has also thrown up I took her to her the emergency clinic getting some IV and antibiotics she bleeded there also. After some testing, they narrowed it down to a couple of things and they are hoping that fluid therapy and the antibiotics will treat her - please pray for Corks recovery a poor baby, she is very scared there, she is never out of the house and I really want to be able to bring her home soon! Also, last Saturday, I rescued a boy kitty who I had been feeding for several months now. I noticed that he lost lots of weight (I hadnt seen him for a couple of weeks) and I took him to the vet everything seems to be OK except that on ELISA, he tested positive on FIV now I am having Cornell Lab to do the western blot (as I had a couple of cats who tested positive on FIV via ELISA, and ended up negative later) anyway, now I have to figure out where to place him he must have belonged to someone a long time ago, as he is very friendly and used to people. I talked to Carl (I named him Carl) via AC Carl told my AC that he used to be an indoor kitty when she was a kitten, and somehow he became an outdoor kitty, and somehow, then he did not have a home anywhere I asked via AC, if he would like to stay with me and to be an indoor kitty, he said he would like that very much I hope his lost weight is just a temporary, and I am so praying that the western blot will come back as negative please also pray for Carls well-being, he is such a sweet baby, and he has had a rough life since he had lost home Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP is moving our Chicago office to the Hyatt Center, 71 S. Wacker Dr., Chicago, Illinois 60606 - effective June 15, 2005. Email addresses, telephone numbers, and facsimile numbers remain unchanged. For more information, click the link below or copy / paste the link into the address bar of your Web browser: http://www.mayerbrownrowe.com/chicago/move.asp Please Note: Effective July 1, 2005, some administrative functions will be located at 230 S. LaSalle, Chicago IL, 60604. This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail.
Re: FW: Bronx Nuns Seek Extermination of 8 Year Old Cat Colony - O.T.
Thank you. Nina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thanks Joan for forwarding this. I've sent off emails to both address and I'll follow them with faxs. Here's what I wrote in case someone wants to use it as a template.Could someone please explain to me why feral cats that have lived on the Corpus Christi Monastery in the Bronx, NY for years are now targeted for eradication? What exactly have these animals done to warrant this? How is it that they have lived in harmony with the Dominican Nuns for the past eight years, but now are cruelly being removed from their habitat? What is it that they are doing, besides controlling the vermin population and enriching the compound with their beauty and grace that leads you to take these measures? Why is it that you are refusing the help of animal activists to resolve this issue in a humane manner? I've always had questions about practices in the Catholic Church, but this is not only puzzling behavior, it's down right cruel. Please rethink your position on this matter. If not for the sake of God's creatures placed in your care, than for the sake of your parishioners and those that might have been drawn to the church otherwise.Nina> To protest this heartless and ill-guided assault on the cats, please>contact the Corpus Christi Monastery and the Archdiocese of NY by phone,>email or fax (see below.) Let them know we expect more from our religious>leaders than pointless cruelty towards innocent animals:>> Corpus Christi Monastery> phone: 718-328-6996> fax: 718-328-1974> email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]>> Archdiocese of NY> phone: 212-371-1000 (ask for Public Relations or the Vicar of the>Religious Office)> fax: 212-826-6020> email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]>>Act now! The cats have not been fed for five days and counting!!>> From www.nunsopbronx.homestead.com:>"The DOMINICAN NUNS of Corpus Christi Monastery, Bronx, New York, are a>monastic community dedicated to a life of prayer and penance for the>preaching mission of the Dominican Order and for the salvation of souls.">> For more on Trap-Neuter-Return: www.neighborhoodcats.org>
Re: Tad
Tad, I am so sorry about Sammy. At least he knew a wonderful and caring person and you knew a wonderful guy. Take care and please accept my sympathies, JoanNina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Tad,I'm so sorry about Sammy. What a shock to lose him so quickly. How old was he? Did the vet tell you there was nothing that could be done to help him? Tell us something about Sammy. What was he like? How did he come to be with you? Please share some of his story with us.You are so quiet about the things you suffer through. We would like to support you with all you go through with all your rescues. Please let us know in the subject line when one of your cats are in trouble, or if you've lost someone. When Baby Kitty died, very few of us on the list were aware of it because you told us about it in response to Steve's email. Not everyone reads every email. Judging by the lack of response to your loss of Sammy, I think the list missed your sad news again. My prayers and thoughts are with you,Much love,NinaTad Burnett wrote:PS...I have an old girl..vet thinks she is over 12 years old but she has been with me for almost 2 years and she is doing well...I did just loose my old Sammy that I have had for a year and a half...I thought the 2 old timers were past the age where it would get them but Sammy developed a huge tumor in his mouth in just a few hours and I had to let him go to escape the pain that it was causing him.
Re: Please read this response!! URGENT:DO NOT USE-KittyKind -CAT RESCUE-in Orange, NJ]
I agree. Since most of us screen adopters, I think the same should be for fosterers. I pay attention when someone says a house smells, or their cats are always sick etc. I never send anyone anywhere unless I have seen the house or facility, or someone I trust has. JoanCherie A Gabbert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Mia, We will agree to disagree on this. I feel when you take on the responsiblity to foster or volunteer, you must take responsibility for your actions and that means if you were negligent in asking questions and being informed about the others in your facility then you are also to blame for the situation. Kess shoudl have known better, true, but the others should have watched and communicated with others, Kess is the President, but that does not mean she knows all and is right in everything she does. Personally I question everyone, and my vet questions me, to make sure I am not in it over my head (mind you she thinks I need a few more). This is the way organizations should be worked and run. Cherie Mia Nicer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Cherie, I don't agree with what happened as I have said more than a few time with what Kess did. I agree with what your saying as to maybe there should have been a system to have everyone looked at. I just don't feel that all volunteers and fosters should be responsible for this woman's actions. There should have been someone in charge of making sure the numbers were not to high and that the living conditions are in good shape but how can you assume it should be everyone's job. Rescue groups and shelters struggle to get volunteers especially fosters -to assume that they should also have to check or be responsible for someone else's living conditions is insane. Please realize Kess is the President and I think founder of Kitty Kind who knows what she told these people - it is also her responsiblity to show an example. It is not a fosters or volunteers responsibilty to make sure that everything is done right by her. Yes someone should have created a system maybe that can be a thing to follow but Kess also lives no where near most of these people nor should their shared time to help animals be used to babysit Kess. We have different views to the ones who are suffering. lets just leave it at that. I am mad at Kess but I also have seen and heard volunteers and foster in pain over this and have opened my mind and tried to put myself in their situation. They might have assumed that someone was in knowledge of her conditions -how could you think these people would have just ignored this. Mia Cherie A Gabbert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Mia, When I have volunteered and fostered in the past I would go to other fosters homes and volunteers just to stop by and say hi, or visit the furr kids that I had cared for, the director would often be questioned by myself and others as to her population stand point and she would have us over to see for ourselves, not that she was untrusted but just as, she would come and see the volunteers set ups and check on the fosters, she opened her home to us so we could do the same, and any timeThat is responsibilty.what happened with Kess was complete irresposiblity on everyones part. Has anyone checked on your house, before you got started, so they new you were able to care for animals if need beI bet they did and if they did not then shame on them I still have my vet come to my house and she is encouraging me to take more on, because of my house size and my views, but I KNOW when to stop, at least for a while until the kitten grow up. Mia Nicer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Cherie, The foster and volunteers are not ignorant. I understand you are mad at this woman but don't take it out on people that did not know -some are more upset than you. What if they were led to believe these animals were adopted or healthy and ok. Remember Kess has been doing this animal rescue thing for years- You would think she would know what the right thing to do was more than anyone. How do you know they didn't think they were ok or placed in great foster homes like their own. Please try to be a little more opened minded. I believe if they even had the smallest bit of evidence from her that something was wrong someone would have done something. a lot of those volunteers are amazing kind animal lovers and would never let anything like this happen let alone turn their head like you are suggesting. They love helping animals -I know this because i know some of them. There are foster homes that are great!! not all are like the one you saw on tv. MiaCherie A Gabbert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Ignorance, is not an excuse the fosters and volunteers should have asked questions and inquired about the sick kitties would have been humane and kind hearted. I hope the adoption rate goes up for the shelter and Kess gets what is coming to her...I am so enraged by this, sad for the animals but angry about the woman Animals and
Re: Please read this response!! URGENT:DO NOT USE-KittyKind -CAT RESCUE-in Orange, NJ]
I don't know if she should serve jail time, but I agree that she should NOT work with animals. I think a mental health expert needs to evaluate the best course of action to treat her. JoanCherie A Gabbert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I think the reason for jail time would be to isolate her from the animal community, she might have done more harm than good and the act of putting dead animals one after another in garbage bags is diplorable. Think about how long it takes for an animal to pass, and then consider the amount of dead animals she had, and if they all passed within a short time of each other, then the other question is what killed them all so close together. I do not think she is sane enough to be allowed to work anywhere near animals. Put kids in place of the animals and think about it that way, would you want her not going to jail, but instead working with other kids? Cherietamara stickler <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I agree with Tad. Punishment does very little to solve the problem...helping her to find another solution...would seem more reasonable. But I'd go a step farther, she would work at the shelter, but not handle money or be a major decision maker...she needs to learn, not lead at this point. Plus, a little psycological help is prob. needed tooTCherie A Gabbert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: That is being to kind, she needs to be put in jail and given her just deserts, how would you feel if she had sick and healthy kids in one room, and their bodies in the back yard in bags because she could not afford creamation.animals and kids need us more than any one else, they can not defend themselves, they need our guidance and they trust us to give it to them. CherieTad Burnett <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I am going to agree with Mia...If you believe in "Its the thought that counts" I believe the woman wanted to save the cats...However "You can't save them all"...Some people have a hard time understanding thisAnd most people don't have any idea how many cats are PTS every day becouse there is no body to care for them...The woman does need some help...guidance of one sort or another...Instead of spending the thousands of dollars that it would cost to put her in jail maybe we could use her knowledge to run a large no kill shelter with some funding to pay for disposal and food etc and sentance her to stay there an put in a days work..If it should turn out that she enjoys that work than so be it but doesn't that make more sense than just locking her upTadCherie A Gabbert wrote:> That is no excuse...I am appauld that anyone would stand up for this > individual, she deserves the same treatment she has giving her > supposed "furry friends", If she treats her friends this way I would > hate to be her enemy. I am utterly speechless that anyone would stand > up for her and her organization, I say the volunteers should open a > shelter themselves and Kess should go to jail. KittyKind Ha that is a > laugh, like the roach motel they check in and never check out...I am > sick over this I would like to meet her in a dark alley.> > Sorry...usually I am more gentle that this...I am just so shocked and > disgusted.> Cherie> >> Mia Nicer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:>> Hi everyone!! My name is Mia and I am a fellow rescuer in the New> York, New Jersey and Conn. area. I am not making an excuse for> Marlene from Kitty Kind nor am I happy with the situation in which> she has put the Kitty Kind organization but, I do know about and I> am very familiar with this rescue group since it is in my area. I> am not apart of this organization but please listen to what I have> to say about it:> > This situation is extremely horrible and very unfortunate but in> the end it will be this rescue group and the kitties that suffer.> Please do not make it any harder for these cats to get adopted.> This group has lots of volunteers and fosters who put in all their> free time to help some of these and their own cats and have> nothing to do with this situation nor did they know anything about> it. I believe that the overflow is what led Marlene to this> situation, again I am not making an excuse for anyone but please> do not punish the many volunteers, fosters and kitties for this.> There are so many kitties in need of a home and by making it> harder for them to get their cats adopted out doesn't help anyone. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:>> DNA - Marlene Kess & Kitty Kind Rescue, East Orange, NJ.> Hundreds of dead cats found in yard.>>> Original Message > Subject: DO NOT USE-KittyKind -CAT RESCUE-in Orange, NJ> Date: Fri, 20 May 2005 12:19:35 -0400>> Hundreds of dead cats found in woman's yard> E. Orange resident operates rescue agency> Friday, May 20, 2005> BY BRIAN T. MURRAY AND KASI ADDISON> Star-Ledger Staff> Over two decades, Marlene Kess built a reputation in Manhattan> as a> caregiver of last resort for homeless and dying cats. If her> rescue and> adoption agency, KittyKind, couldn't place a sick
Re: Please read -KittyKind -CAT RESCUE-in Orange, NJ]
Hi, I have been keeping track of this discussion and I agree with Gloria. I do live in that area (although I don't know her or her group). Rescue groups and individuals, are often so desperate for fosterers, they often they will put animals with anyone (to avoid having them euthanized) without checking the home at all. Many of us who do rescue, have relationships with either local shelters or vets who assist us in the care, euthanization and disposal of sick and dying animals. I agree that you do not keep sick pets with well ones and that burying that number cats is not a sane act, but I am not sure that it is an intentional criminal act. Joan "Gloria B. Lane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thanks, Mia -for anyone who has been in or near the rescue effort, it's easy to understand how the "overflow" of animals can lead to a difficult situation. I'm not anywhere near your location, but I do understand what you're saying. So many of us rescue to the point where we're comfortable, and don't take in any more. What about the rest of the animals? Who takes them? Do we turn our eyes and minds away? We really have no solution, except for killing off the overflow, which is difficult for many of us.We're all hurt by the overflow of animals, the lack of consciousness about spay neuter, and the irresponsibility of people who dump their animals when they're tired of them. We're try to deal with it.As for "disposing" of dead animals, if you're not in a location with lots of digging space, what do you do? I grew up in the country. We buried our dead. When I first heard about putting dead animals out with the garbage, I was horrified. If I were in NYC, or East Orange, don't know what I'd do. Perhaps try to make arrangements with a hopefully friendly cremation company.I read this article to educate myself, but I definitely feel sympathetic toward the Kitty Kind and toward Marlene.GloriaAt 09:56 AM 5/24/2005, you wrote:>Hi everyone!! My name is Mia and I am a fellow rescuer in the New York, >New Jersey and Conn. area. I am not making an excuse for Marlene from >Kitty Kind nor am I happy with the situation in which she has put the >Kitty Kind organization but, I do know about and I am very familiar with >this rescue group since it is in my area. I am not apart of this >organization but please listen to what I have to say about it:>>This situation is extremely horrible and very unfortunate but in the end >it will be this rescue group and the kitties that suffer. Please do not >make it any harder for these cats to get adopted. This group has lots of >volunteers and fosters who put in all their free time to help some of >these and their own cats and have nothing to do with this situation nor >did they know anything about it. I believe that the overflow is what led >Marlene to this situation, again I am not making an excuse for anyone but >please do not punish the many volunteers, fosters and kitties for this. >There are so many kitties in need of a home and by making it harder for >them to get their cats adopted out doesn't help anyone.[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:>DNA - Marlene Kess & Kitty Kind Rescue, East Orange, NJ.>Hundreds of dead cats found in yard.>>> Original Message >Subject: DO NOT USE-KittyKind -CAT RESCUE-in Orange, NJ>Date: Fri, 20 May 2005 12:19:35 -0400>>Hundreds of dead cats found in woman's yard>E. Orange resident operates rescue agency>Friday, May 20, 2005>BY BRIAN T. MURRAY AND KASI ADDISON>Star-Ledger Staff>Over two decades, Marlene Kess built a reputation in Manhattan as a>caregiver of last resort for homeless and dying cats. If her rescue and>adoption agency, KittyKind, couldn't place a sick animal, she took it home>herself, overseeing its recuperation or caring for it until its death.>Yesterday, authorities discovered what Kess' philosophy looked like in>practice. Summoned to the woman's East Orange home by a neighbor complaining>about a stench, city health inspectors found 48 cats inside the house -- 38>of them in one room -- and more than 200 dead cats stuffed into garbage bags>in the back yard.>The sight of so many decomposing corpses -- and the fetid odor they>produced -- sickened animal-welfare officers and others who responded to the>two-story home on State Street.>"Oh my God, it was awful," said Michael Fowler of the Associated Humane>Societies, the state's largest shelter group. "The smell was horrible.">Kess -- the 56-year-old founder and executive director of KittyKind, which>operates one of New York City's few no-kill shelters -- moved to East Orange>from Manhattan in July. Dozens of cats, apparently, moved with her. More>arrived while she was there.>"She claims that she takes in sick cats -- cats with feline leukemia -- and>that she is a known rescuer who people will bring their cats to when they're>dying," said Sgt. Joseph Bierman of the New Jersey Society for the>Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.>When those cats did die, they went into large, heavy-duty garbage bags
Re: stitch
I am so sorry about Stitch. May his rest be peaceful. Joan"[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: unfortunately stitch did not respond to the CCNU. it has been a little over 27 hours and he continues to worsen. the vet attempted to remove the fluid from his lungs again to help him breath...unfortunately for us the mass is solid and he has no fluid to remove. his breathing is so bad he has to mouth breath to get any air...i was think of bringing him back home for one more night for my own selfish reasons. after rethinking this i most likely will not. he has been in a nasty fight for a very long time...and now its time for him to rest. We did everything we could and and still lymphoma wins another battle. maybe someday people and animals alike will benefit from new technology and treatments.
Re: OT: Please send prayers for my dog Fern and my horse Pepsi
Michelle, Sending lots of comforting thoughts to both Fern and Pepsi. Take care, Joan[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Fern has been breathing harder due to the cancer in her lungs, but has still been going for short walks, eating up a storm, etc. We took her to the oncologist yesterday and he put a nose tube in her for us to attach to an oxygen machine at home, which we rented. She did not like the oxygen machine at first so we gave her a half dose of acepromazine to take the edge off her anxiety about it. The ace really made her groggy, and more than 12 hours later she is still groggy. She is eating, but only cat food, not her normal food which she usually inhales like a vacuum. Her back legs are giving out when she tries to stand, and though she walked outside to go to the bathroom she was wobbly and her back legs collapsed when she tried to squat. We are extremely worried. We have known she does not have long now, but other than breathing a little hard she really has been acting pretty normal up until after the vet appointment yesterday. The combination of the oxygen and ace did allow her to breathe normally through the night, which she had not been doing (night seems to be harder for some reason, which apparently is common), but she is somewhat out of it this morning. The oncologist's office said that the ace could still be affecting her due to her weakened state, as animals in weakened states process meds differently. We are sad and disturbed by this thought. Please send energy, prayers, and thoughts to our Fern and hope that she returns to at least how she was a few days ago, at least for a while. Also, if you have enough prayers an energy to go around, to my horse Pepsi, who is 29 and whose legs have gotten worse in the past few days and is walking very slowly and gingerly. Thanks, Michelle
Re: OT--have to share my vet clinic news
Great news!"MacKenzie, Kerry N." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I just heard that the jerk who owns the vet clinic I go to--the guy who sent me a f*** off letter in response to my letter about his head technician--has just lost ALL of his vets. (He cut all their salaries to fund another clinic so they've all walked!) The (other bit of) good news is that my long-standing vet is starting his own clinic (it's already underway) and is doing housecalls until he opens it! The bad news is that the other vet I use there, who has a wonderful way with the ferals, will not be accessible--the clinic she's moving to is too far away :>( They do say what goes around comes around---I don't usually believe it, but it happened in small measure with this guy (doubtless he will regroup soon) Just had to shareKerryThis email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail.
Fwd: [FAN-H] FIP Reasearch
Note: forwarded message attached.--- Begin Message --- PERMISSION TO CROSSPOST Dear List; I am please to announce that the "Ring" raffle sponsored by the Orion Foundation is finally up and going. There is a picture up on the website for you to look at (_www.orionfoundation.com_ (http://www.orionfoundation.com) ) . The ring is appraised at $2200 and is a 14+carat blue topaz flanked on either side by diamonds. The funds will go to the Winn Foundation and be earmarked for FIP research. Raffle tickets are $5.00 each and a drawing will be held at the CFA Annual meeting held in Atlantic City in June (16th-19th). You can get tickets through me. You can pay for them by check (made out to the Winn Foundation) or through PayPal (if you want to use PayPal, send me a private e-mail and let me know). AND, we desperately need people to help us sell these tickets! A sheet has 8 tickets...there are over 2500 people on this list. Imagine if only 100 of those folks sold a sheet of tickets that would be $4000 for FIP research! Several weeks ago, at the Western Vet Conference, there was a panel on FIP (thanks to Steve Dale and his "squeaky wheel" perseverance in keeping this issue before the veterinary public!). I think the overall impression was that even Pedersen has a renewed interest in FIP research. WE HAVE TO MAKE SURE THAT FUNDING WILL BE AVAILABLE! Sure...$4,000 is a drop in the bucket, but coming from the grass roots cat owners/breeders, it shows the drug companies with their deep pockets that we desperately care about finding answers for this disease. And caring owners will turn into paying customers if they can develop viable treatments and hopefully a cure! By the end of the summer, we hope to give you the good news that The Orion Foundation is back in business collecting your donations in it's own name. Until then, please support this raffle and the Winn Foundation. Together, we can make a difference! Sincerely, Dru Milligan President, Orion Foundation [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ¤¤¤ To change your list options, subscribe or unsubscribe to this list send an e-mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit the list page (below). Do not send virus warnings, chain-mails or empty test messages to the list, do not cross-post, set your e-mail software to plain text and to help keep digests readable please trim your replies and do not leave long tails. ¤¤¤ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/fanciershealth/ To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service. --- End Message ---
RE: Cat's Life & Death - Let's make it count!!
Me too!"MacKenzie, Kerry N." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Done and have fwded to cat-loving pals. Kerry -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Belinda SauroSent: Monday, May 09, 2005 9:07 PMTo: FeLV Talk List [New]Subject: OT: Cat's Life & Death - Let's make it count!! Hi All, Here is an award handed out by a local judge in Seattle, even if you don't live here please vote. There's a poll on the page -- take a sec and vote so it's clear to readers that plenty of us think that a cat's life is worth at least this much.http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2002268301_yofi09m.html -- Belinda Happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties ... http://www.bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candle Light Service http://www.bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com (affordable hosting & web design) http://HostDesign4U.com --- BMK Designs (non-profit web sites) http://bmk.bemikitties.comThis email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail.
Re: Update on stitch
Great news! Joan"[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Stitch is doing great! He is back to his playful self and is even back to attacking my seven month old pug. He has been on the pred 5mg every tweleve hours and for the past three weeks has been getting chemo once a week. I believe the next step is to space out he treaments for chemo...
Re: Last chance to vote or vote again for Jada
Thank you, once again. Joan"MacKenzie, Kerry N." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Me too (just voted again).This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail.
Re: CLS - Monday May 2, 2005 - Belinda
I rebooted and I still don't see it. Belinda Sauro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Joan,Do you seeit now? If not hold down your shift ket and reload your browser.-- BelindaHappiness is being owned by cats ...Be-Mi-Kitties ...http://www.bemikitties.comPost Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittenshttp://adopt.bemikitties.comFeLV Candle Light Servicehttp://www.bemikitties.com/clsHostDesign4U.com (affordable hosting & web design)http://HostDesign4U.com---BMK Designs (non-profit web sites)http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Re: CLS - Monday May 2, 2005 - Belinda
I'm sorry, I want to email her and I can't find it.Belinda Sauro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Joan, She is down farther for the non-positives: Remembrances For-- Pets of Friends, or Unknown Pets & Animals, and Non-Positives Belinda Happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties ... http://www.bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candle Light Service http://www.bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com (affordable hosting & web design) http://HostDesign4U.com --- BMK Designs (non-profit web sites) http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Re: CLS - Monday May 2, 2005 - Belinda
Belinda, I do not see my friend's mother's cat Mimi on the list. Thanks, JoanBelinda Sauro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi All,I pray all the furries that aren't feeling well will feel better soon. Here is this weeks service, take care all :)FeLV Candle Light Servicehttp://www.bemikitties.com/cls-- BelindaHappiness is being owned by cats ...Be-Mi-Kitties ...http://www.bemikitties.comPost Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittenshttp://adopt.bemikitties.com
Tad
I just wanted to add my voice to all that has been written. I am so sorry for your loss of the little kitten. It is so hard to lose them so young especially knowing that if they survived that they would live in a loving forever home. Thank you Tad for trying and I am sure your little one understood your compassion and love. Joan
Re: I'm scared for Grace - dilated left pupil
Nina, I had a cat that had the same symptoms. I paid a lot of money for a number of tests and all turned out OK. Eventually the eye became normal again. Hoping for the best for Grace. JoanNina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I just posted about how well Grace has been doing. I'm about to lose my mind, I'm so scared. I'm really trying to hold it together and not get ahead of myself, but the thought of losing Grace, right after Jazz... There must be something really wrong with me. Grace has been doing so well, I thought maybe... just maybe...About 2 hours ago I noticed that Grace's left eye's pupil is dilated. It's contracting some in sunlight and getting bigger as the light lessens, but it's definitely larger than her right eye. It doesn't look irritated, no tearing, no signs of abrasion. I ran my fingers over both sides of her eyes and face, the left side doesn't seem any different than the right. It doesn't seem to bother her when I touch that side. She's acting perfectly normal otherwise. In fact the last week or so, she's been such a kitten. Running, jumping cavorting, chasing great big Kimba Cat around, just having a grand time with life, it's been such a joy to witness. I called my Internist's office and spoke with Michelle. She said it's possible that she got something on her paw and rubbed it over that eye, a plant, or something in the yard that's toxic. I don't think that's it. I don't think there's anything out there that is toxic, and if there is, it's sure taken them a long time to find it. Her other thought was that it's something neurological. Something, (oh shit), pressing on her optic nerve and causing the pupil to dilate. Her sister Molly had a tumor behind, I think the same eye. Her eye started to protrude and then it ruptured when she was being rushed to the ER. If it's any worse by tomorrow, I'm going to go to my vet's and sit in the lobby until she'll see me. Do you think I should take her in even if it remains stable?Has anyone had any experience with this sort of thing? Any ideas? I really don't think I can take it if I lose my Grace. Please pray that this passes and she's okay. Nina
O.T, - Please vote for Jada
Hi, One of the nice pit-bull mixes from the shelter I work with in Jersey City is competing to become a finalist on WCBS's Second Chance Dog Show. Please go to their website and vote for her. http://cbsnewyork.com/dogshow/ If she is a finalist, she will appear on May 6th. Thank you, Joan
Re: Help! Vaccine Reaction?
Sharon, I am so sorry about your mother, but it is nice to hear from you again and see Carolina's name. Take care, JoanSharon Siders <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thank you for the condolences. It has been a difficult almost two years. Carolina is chasing bugs again, so I think that is a good sign. Sharoncatatonya <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Sharon, I hope Carolina is feeling better by now. It sounds like she might have had a mild reaction. When they have a dangerous reaction you will know! I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. You have been missed here. tonyaSharon Siders <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi! I haven't posted in a long time as I have no FELV+ kitties anymore and I have been caring for my mother. Mom passed away on March 20 after a battle with colon cancer. I took my two cats to the vet today for check-ups and vaccinations. Carolina seems to be feeling ill tonight. She had not had any vaccines in 3 years; she got them today along with a deworming pill. The pill was precautionary as she had vomited undigested food a few times in the last couple of weeks. She checked out okay as far as temperature, etc. She had been fine, but she is lethargic and just vomited a little bit of foam. Anyone know if she might be reacting badly to the vaccine or deworming pill? I'm panicking a bit as I lost four cats in 3 years, two from FELV. My hubby thinks that taking cats to the vet makes them get sick and is worried about our pretty girl. Thanks for any info. Sharon __Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com Do you Yahoo!?Yahoo! Mail - 250MB free storage. Do more. Manage less.
Jazz
Nina, I am so sorry and saddened to read about your loss. I have not posted much, but have followed your posts and was so hoping that you would have success. I know that Jazz knew how deeply you cared and how hard you both tried. Take care, Joan.
Re: Tiggie has gone to the Bridge
Holly, I am so sorry for your loss. Letting them go is the most unselfish present we can give them. Take care, JoanTerri Brown <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Holly, I'm so sorry. Big hugs to you. Goodnight, sweet Tiggie... =^..^= Terri, Salome', Siggie the Tomato Vampire, Guinevere, Sammi, and 5 furangels: RuthieGirl, Samantha, Arielle, Gareth and Alec =^..^= Furkid Photos! http://mysite.verizon.net/vze7sgqa/My FeLV Site: http://pages.ivillage.com/ruthiegirl1/MyFeLVinformationSite/My Personal Page: http://www.geocities.com/ruthiegirl1/terrispage.html?1083970447350 - Original Message - From: Holly To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, March 23, 2005 5:57 AM Subject: Tiggie has gone to the Bridge Tigger, my little princess, was doing great on Saturday night after being diagnosed with a blood clot. She actually started to walk again, and considering that she was FELV + and that she was doing great, I thought that she was going to pull through... then things started going down hill. She was so weak, and she couldn't walk anymore. She didn't want to eat... she looked miserable. So, I made a vet appointment to see if there was anything that could be done. The vet said that she developed more blood clots and that she wouldn't be able to fight them off. So I made the decision to help her pass to the bridge. I just couldn't stand to see my little girl suffer anymore. Her quality of life would have been very poor... I couldn't do that to her. She was such a wonderful little girl. My little princess. She will never be forgotten. She is now free to run and play with her brother, Yellow, and her sister, Blackie, both of which lost the battle to FELV last year. Holly Do you Yahoo!?Yahoo! Small Business - Try our new resources site!
Re: O.T. - Help my shelter website
Thank you!Barbara Lowe <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: done. also i'm thinking of trying that groom-eze brush(lots of other neat products on that page too). my allergies are acting up. barbara - Original Message ----- From: Joan Doljan To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Friday, March 11, 2005 7:06 AM Subject: O.T. - Help my shelter website Hi, Just to remind everybody that you can go to the website once a day and a donation goes to the shelter I volunteer with. The link is: http://www.handicappedpets.com/gallery/wfi0205/index.htm Thank you, Joan
O.T. - Help my shelter website
Hi, Just to remind everybody that you can go to the website once a day and a donation goes to the shelter I volunteer with. The link is: http://www.handicappedpets.com/gallery/wfi0205/index.htm Thank you, Joan
RE: OT: please pray for Oreo
Hideyo, I am sure with all your love, understanding and patience Oreo will do just fine. JoanHideyo Yamamoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Our little Shitsu dog is coming home today from the disc surgery - theywanted to keep him at the hospital over the weekend because he does nothave the bladder control right now. But I begged them to release himtoday as originally scheduled, as he was so depressed and scared thereand he wouldn't eat there (he did eat steak when we visited him therelast night). We will just have to be able to express his bladder on ourown, which we had to do with the other dog, JoJo when he was paralyzed.The surgeon did tell me that it's common to lose the bladder control for5 to 14 days from the trauma from the surgery. But he did have thecontrol prior to the surgery, and I am really hoping that this is just atemporary thing - please pray for Oreo that he can walk again, and hisbladder control will come back very soon!!Thank you!!Hideyo
Re: Petition to REISSUE SPAY & NEUTER Animal Stamp
Me too!Cherie A Gabbert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: done, and forwarded...anything we can do to help, we have to do [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Petition to REISSUE SPAY & NEUTER Animal Stamp Petition to REISSUE SPAY & NEUTER Animal Stamp Dear Committee Members:We the undersigned are writing to you asking for the reprinting and continued printing of the sold-out Spay/Neuter stamps, which feature pictures of Samantha the shelter cat and Kirby the shelter dog.These stamps are a wonderful way to raise awareness for the innocent animals who have no voice and suffer the tragic consequences of the animal companion overpopulation crisis due to human ignorance, irresponsibility and neglect.The amount of unnecessary pain, suffering and death inflicted upon our beloved dogs and cats due to overpopulation is incalculable, as are the human misery and monetary cost involved in the rescuing, sheltering, medically treating and all too frequently, killing of surplus animals whose births never should have happened. Responsible spay/neutering is the humane, sensible approach to resolving this inexcusable failure of society.Perhaps, one day soon, through the efforts of ongoing responsible human intervention, we’ll effectively mandate, on a national level, the spay/neutering of all dogs and cats in this country (excepting those exempted for appropriate reasons). The continued awareness raised by the Spay/Neuter stamps will surely play a prominent role in helping to achieve this morally imperative goal.Respectfully the UNDERSIGNEDhttp://www.thePetitionSite.com http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/572873433 Terrie MohrCheck site for available Siameses for adoption!More will be posted soon.http://www.tazzys-siameses-collies.petfinder.org/http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wasiameserescuehttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/index.htmlhttp://hometown.aol.com/tatorbunz/myhomepage/petmemorial.htmlTAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTSSIAMESE & COLLIE RESCUEOwner/DriverPetfinder.comAdopt a Homeless Pet!http://www.petfinder.com/http://www.orecatay.com/http://www.awca.net/index.htmhttp://www.felineleukemia.org/http://www.petloss.com/http://www.meezer.com/http://thesiamesestore.com/http://tx.siameserescue.org/adopt.htmlhttp://ca.siameserescue.org/http://co.siameserescue.org/http://va.siameserescue.org/
Re: O.T. - Help for my shelter
Thank you!Barbara Lowe <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: put it on my list too. and what a big heart you have to love all those kitties! barbara - Original Message - From: MacKenzie, Kerry N. To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, March 02, 2005 3:20 PM Subject: RE: O.T. - Help for my shelter Done, Joan. (By the way, it says you just "view", you don't click, so I guess it's different from other sites that do require a "click"? They'll still get the donation?) Will put it on my "go-to-every-day" list. Kerry -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Doljan, JoanSent: Wednesday, March 02, 2005 2:04 PMTo: 'felvtalk@felineleukemia.org'Subject: O.T. - Help for my shelter Hi, A friend who works with the shelter I work with, set up this web page. Each click, every day gives a small donation to the shelter. If you are interested, please have a look and click every day. Please feel free to pass this on. Thanks, Joan -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, March 01, 2005 5:57 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Doljan, Joan; [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Webpage for my handicappers Hey there everyone! I was able to get a story of my 3 handicapped cats up on a website for special needs animals. The stories are of Winter (my blind cat), Finley (my one-eyed weirdo cat), and Igloo (the one-eyed, red-faced, something-is-perpetually-wrong-with-her, allergy cat). Aside from their life stories, there are a lot of pics of them, as well as a few pics of special needs fosters I've cared for...some living happy lives and some with sad endings. Hope you get a chance to visit the page because I spent a lot of time on it...my digital camera takes crappy pics, so I had to photograph the old fashioned way. As well, every hit on the page gets a small donation for the shelter I work for. I hope you enjoy their stories! Lauren :) http://www.handicappedpets.com/gallery/wfi0205/index.htmThis email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail.
Gary
Jill, I was so saddened to read about Gary, but glad to know that she had a good quality of life and lots of love, even though her time with you was far too short. Joan
Re: Tip is Gone
Shelia, I am so sorry about Tip. I hope that he is now at peace and that you, in time, will be as well. Joan[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I couldn't sleep tonight so I got a flash light and look again in the wooded area behind my house. I found my baby he has been dead for a couple days. His body was wet from rain we had over the weekend. I don't know how he died but it looks like maybe dogs or a car hit him. I am so overwhelmed with grief and guilt how could I let this happen to him. He was a big gentle love bug. I don't know if I'll ever get over this loss. I guess I have learned the hard way that there is no safe place out side. We will bury him in the morning next to his Mother. Thank you all for listening and for the prayers. Love, Sheila
Re: OT: New addition
Congratuations!Cherie A Gabbert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Well we have a bouncing baby girl 1.5lbs 10 weeks old, born December 9th.My son names her Sugar, she is not the kitty I posted about with the skin problem, we are waiting a weeks before we pick her up, but she is a doll.I am attaching a photo of her and my son.ENJOY I am sending the link instead, I was unaware that picture attachments are a no noSo James was kind enough to post it to this page... http://www.felineleukemia.org/pets/sugar_cherie.jpg Now you can ENJOY Cherie
