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Becky replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Yeah, I know what you mean about the chemo dilemma. My little boy is so shy and so terrified of needles and hospitals that I cringe to imagine ever subjecting him to repeated trauma in exchange a couple of months of remission. Sounds like Annie is e…

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Lori replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Hello Becky, Well, for the moment she is doing okay. She was diagnosed with hemangiosarcoma a week and a half ago. We had the option of treating her with chemo but it would only extend her life a few months. She is a fairly old dog for her size....…

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Becky replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Lori. how is Annie doing? Becky

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Lori replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Hello Dianne, I hope this finds you and little Simba well. I am sorry it took me so long to re-post, I have had my hands full with sick babies. I spoke to Dr. Burris and she doesn't believe it will hurt Simba to get her dental cleaning. She is more…

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Lori replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Hello Friends, I have been asked by several people about pet euthansia and knowing when the time is right to let a chronically sick friend go. I have always suggested keeping a journal of their good days and bad days and when the bad days outnumber…

March 10

Lori replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Hello Dianne, This is a new question for me too and to be honest I am not sure. Stomatitus is a common bacterial infection of the teeth and is usually associated with FeLV and AIDs so dental hygiene is fairly important. As you mentioned, bad teeth…

March 4

Andrew Domek replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Hi Dianne, I haven't had Aggie's teeth cleaned as it would just be too much stress for her. I do brush her teeth every few days, which seems to help some. It isn't actually very difficult to do--most cats like the taste of the toothpaste. My vet ha…

March 4

Dianne Robison replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Hello all, I am wondering if any of you have taken your FeLV+ babies to have dentals (teeth cleaned under anesthesia)? All of my cats are on wellness plans at the vet I go to, which includes one dental a year. Dr. N. has been hesitant to give Simba…

March 4

Lori commented on Ziggy's blog post 'LTCI'

Hello Ziggy, I get my LTCI through a distributor called Agrilabs. They are fairly cheap providing your vet doesn't mark it up too much before you get it. It is by prescription only so you will have to have your vet call. The number is: Phone: 800-5…

February 26

Andrew Domek replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Hi Dianne, I found Aggie's cancer by sheer dumb luck. Near the front door to my house is a wooden bookcase that I made for my then girlfriend (now wife) for our first Christmas together back in 1999. Aggie sometimes leaps from this bookcase to the…

February 23

Eileen VanderMolen replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Hi Diane: Thank you so much for the information about the book -Homer's Odyssey by Gwen Cooper!! My local library doesn't have it but will order if for me (worked there for 7 years so they're very helpful). Did find some info & pics on line-wonderf…

February 22

Lori replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Dianne, I am thrilled to hear Simba is doing well. Hang in there, hopefully he will totally eradicate the virus and give you a negative test soon. I will have to look for the book you mentioned...it sounds wonderful. I have a number for Dr. Joel Eh…

February 22

Dianne Robison replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Hello all, Sorry it has been such a long time since I have writtten. I know it sounds silly but I feel like I jinx myself and Simba when I report about how well he is doing. Anyhoo, that being said I wanted to catch up with all of you. Simba has pas…

February 22

Andrew Domek replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Lori, I actually contacted a number of vets who are on the list, and of the ten I contacted, not a single one had acutally used it. Several actually said they didn't recommend it due to the lack of long-term research, but about half said they would…

February 18

Lori replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Hello Andy, They (Imulan) invited Dr. Burris to speak at a conference in August last but after we told them Charley was going downhill we didn't hear anymore about it. They were really excited when they heard that she converted to FeLV negative sta…

February 18

Andrew Domek replied to Lori's discussion 'Feline Leukemia'

Lori You had mentioned that your vet was going to give a talk at a conference about Charley. Did that ever happen? If so, was anything published? It might be interesting to show my vet. Thanks again, Andy

February 18

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Fluffy and Fido are NOT SNACKS!

Jeers to the Italian chef that claims cats are a delicious and tender delicacy...how lame do you have to be! As if cats and dogs don't have enough to worry about! Jeers also to Australia for allowing feral cats to be used in a 'cook off' contest to lower the numbers. Hey, this isn't rocket science! Invest in a trap neuter and return program...it has proven successful in controlling feral populations!

Cheers to the Chinese government for proposing a ban on eating cats and dogs that would… Continue

Posted on February 17, 2010 at 4:00pm —

Approach with Caution

Hello Families of Animals,

With great concern I am writing in regards to the folks that have contacted me regarding feline leukemia and AIDS. My blog was simply for the sharing of information and how pets are responding to the LTCI drug. I am not a veterinarian nor am I formally trained in animal care...I just wanted a post to share information. The internet can be a great tool or a dangerous one depending on how it is used. With anything, even dietary changes you should consult your vet first.… Continue

Posted on October 15, 2009 at 6:39am —

Feline Leukemia support group

Hello,

I have been contacted by a lot of folks who unfortunately had the diagnosis of feline leukemia or feline AIDs for their beloved cat. If anyone is interested in joining a support group to share not only medical information (what worked, what didn't), we could support each other in our efforts. It is a heavy burden dealing with a sick friend, and I just want to let you all know that you are not alone. Others have been through or are presently going through this. If you want to talk this is… Continue

Posted on September 29, 2009 at 6:47am — 3 Comments

A friend sent this to me...we have too many Reggies....

They told me the big black Lab's name was Reggie
as I looked at him lying in his pen. the shelter was
clean, no-kill, and the people really friendly.
I'd only been in the area for six months, but everywhere
I went in the small college town, people were welcoming and
open. Everyone waves when you pass them on the
street.

But something was still missing as I attempted to
settle in to my new life here, and I thought a dog
couldn't hurt. Give me someone to talk to.
And I had just seen Reggie's adve… Continue

Posted on September 13, 2009 at 1:33pm —

Lets Have fun!

First of all, I am a bit confused by some of these other blogs...are those folks unaware that this is a site dedicated to pets and the people they own? Sheesh!
Can I comment on pet toys? My cats and dogs happen to be the worlds most spoiled creatures. They have every new toy that comes out and there are baskets full of their play things in every corner. But, to be frank, I think they are over stimulated because my dogs have a (singular) toy they won't part with and the cats get bored after a few… Continue

Posted on June 19, 2009 at 5:20pm —

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At 12:00pm on October 23, 2009, Judy Neiswander said…: Our beloved cat Fergus was put to sleep this morning, after a long struggle against the symptoms of FIV and feline leukemia. He was with us for only four years and was about 10 years old. Fergus was all about physical affection. His favorite spot was on the sofa between us, a shoulder on one and a back paw on the other. In the morning he held down Judy’s lap while she drank coffee and read the paper. At night he spent hours curled up on Bill’s right shoulder, having slunk beneath his chin to avoid detection.

In his relentless pursuit of his own goals he could occasionally be a pain in the neck. He flatly refused to accept the role of house cat. His ability to wedge open a 30-pound wooden porch door with a single paw led to frequent cries of “Jailbreak!” as Bill and I scurried to find him and bring him back into the house. He loved to be picked up and carried around. When we peered out the back door window together he would alternate between rapt scrutiny of the yard and rubbing his head against me, purring loudly. Once, when he was snoozing on the back of the sofa, I lay down for a rest, my head a few inches beneath him. He gently lowered a back paw onto my head so we could be in touch.

He was a wonderful boy, who instantly changed us from a couple into a family. We miss him very, very much.

Judy & Bill

At 10:30pm on October 14, 2009, Judy Neiswander said…: Lori, are you a vet or a chemist or something like that? You have such a deep technical understanding of all this...

At 5:25pm on October 14, 2009, Judy Neiswander said…: Lori -

Now that I'm back home can see Fergus for myself, I so, so wish I had positive news to give you... But Fergus is no better, in fact, he's worse. He's lost weight, he's very weak - my once plump, muscular, vigorous & mischievous cat is now a limp, sad version of his former self. Now he won't eat, even when placed in front of the food bowl. I'm looking into getting the appetite stimulant Joanne suggested, but it calls for squirting 5ml of syrup down his throat 2xday - wouldn't it be better to squirt liquefied chicken liver or baby food down his throat? Can't reach my vet at the moment, 3rd shot scheduled for Friday. Unless that wreaks a miracle....

At 10:25am on October 7, 2009, Judy Neiswander said…: Many thanks, Lori. I have passed Joanne's suggestion alone to my vet & hopefully when Fergus does in for his second shot on Friday he could receive the appetite stimulant if the vet agrees.

At 10:18pm on October 6, 2009, Judy Neiswander said…: Many thanks for your concern & support. My husband says Fergus doesn't seem any better to him, still listless, sleeping most of the day, eating w/out enthusiasm, although he is more active in the mornings & does ask to go out on the porch. I feel terrible being away from him. His next shot is on Friday & I won't get home until next Tuesday.

At 6:19pm on October 6, 2009, Judy Neiswander said…: Lori - You wrote "the appetite stimulant that Joanne suggested?" I don't know what this refers to. I only see conversations between the two of us in the thread & there are no messages in my inbox. Should I look somewhere else?

At 2:35pm on October 6, 2009, Judy Neiswander said…: Many thanks for your interest. He is holding his own. The day following the first shot he got his purr back, which was wonderful. But he's still very lethargic & needs to be put down in front of the food bowl before he will eat. I am out of town on a business trip & my husband is manning the ICU. How long before Charley really seemed to be better?

At 7:15pm on October 2, 2009, Judy Neiswander said…: Fergus just got his first shot of LTCI. Thankfully, the vet misquoted the price - it is now more in line with what you are paying (whew!). We are watching and waiting.

At 3:16pm on October 1, 2009, Judy Neiswander said…: Lori - I just heard from my vet. He contacted Imulan directly & was told that it would cost $380 for the first 3 doses. I have authorized him to order it to see if it has any effect, but this is not an cost we can keep up. Would it be at all possible to ask your vet how she is able to obtain it for $65 per shot? Many, many thanks. Judy

At 2:43pm on October 1, 2009, Judy Neiswander said…: It just seems very strange to me. If vets were more aware of it & the price point slightly lower (say, $45 per shot), LOTS more people would take advantage of it & would send Imulan's profits soaring, I would think. And the money they must be sinking into mass marketing would go a long way to funding controlled clinical trials. I don't get it. No word yet from my vet, alas, & Fergus is sinking. He's still eating, but I have to pick him up from the couch & put him in front of the food bowl to get him to do so.