Re: [Felvtalk] Introduction

2013-05-20 Thread Margo
Hi Beth,       I ran a rescue for 30+ years, so I understand about the expense of "Vet" vaccinating. I still buy mine (usually thru KVVet) for the sanctuary cats, but ran into expense problems with the Merial recombinant FeLV vaccine. My Vet used it previously, but the owner changed

Re: [Felvtalk] Introduction

2013-05-20 Thread Amanda K. Payne
Yes! I actually have heard of RetroMAD1. I believe it's currently only available in Malaysia and is still in the trial stages. It sounds very promising but would be rather difficult to get ahold of in the States... if you're in the States, of course. Like LTCI, there isn't a lot of scientifical

Re: [Felvtalk] Introduction

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

Re: [Felvtalk] Introduction

2013-05-20 Thread Betheny Laubenthal
Thank you. I love that group! Stephanie is wonderful! Thank you for the link. As for vaccinating, I order two different vaccines: with and without-4 ways. I found a cheaper source. From a vet catalog. Local pet store-the owner is a vet tech and she offers vaccinations at her store. Running a

Re: [Felvtalk] Introduction

2013-05-20 Thread Amanda K. Payne
Hi Beth, I, too, looked into LTCI from Tcyte when I found out my ten month old kitten, Polli, was FeLV+. We have a vet and a very experienced vet tech, both of which work in cat only clinics, in the family. When I asked for their opinions, neither one of them had heard of LTCI but said it a very

Re: [Felvtalk] Introduction

2013-05-20 Thread Margo
Hi Beth,      Welcome, but sorry you have to be here. Just have time for a quick note, but I'll be back later when I have a bit more time. As for the vaccines, I have chosen to go with the Merial recombinant FeLV vaccine, and i'll link to some articles which will help explain why. If you

Re: [Felvtalk] Ketoprofen, metacam and prednisone

2013-05-20 Thread Margo
Here are some articles regarding the use of ketoprofen in cats (and dogs). Any drug may have risks, but in some cases, one needs to weigh risk vs. benefit. I am by no means suggesting the use of ketoprofen for anyone else's cats, but t has been a blessing for me. I have only u

Re: [Felvtalk] Roadrunner Pharmacy

2013-05-20 Thread Lance
Yes, the vet must get things set up with them, then they'll contact you for payment information. On May 20, 2013, at 11:19 AM, Lorrie wrote: > Lance, Does Roadrunner Phar. require a prescription? > > Lorrie ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felin

[Felvtalk] Introduction

2013-05-20 Thread Betheny Laubenthal
Hi. My name is Beth. I run a feral cat rescue. That's how I ended up with Mozart, a 10 month old kitten. April 18, I took him to a spay clinic to get neutered, his rabies vaccination and for a Felv/FIV test. He tested positive for Felv. It was recommended that he immediately be euthanized. I

Re: [Felvtalk] Roadrunner Pharmacy

2013-05-20 Thread Lorrie
Lance, Does Roadrunner Phar. require a prescription? Lorrie > On 05-19, Lance wrote: > Thanks for your thoughts, Margo. I am so ready for the bupenorphine to get > here, but it has to be compounded and shipped from Roadrunner Pharmacy. > I'm not sure that my vet approves of me giving it to Em

Re: [Felvtalk] Ketoprofen, metacam and prednisone

2013-05-20 Thread Lorrie
Ketoprofen is what I take for arthritis and it really helps. I had no idea a cat could take this. It is in the Ibuprofen family I believe and I thought this as well as Tylenol (Acetaphenomen) would kill a cat. Lorrie On 05-19, Margo wrote: > While I've never had a problem with metacam, I ref

[Felvtalk] any holistic/chinese herb experts? Product called: Clearlungs

2013-05-20 Thread dana giordano
Hi all, I just started using something called Clearlungs for my asthma and uri that I have (and probably gave to my cats.) It's been quite helpful for my breathing which made me wonder - has anyone ever used this or know if the ingredients are safe for cats? If not, I'll look up the info one by o