Hey Joanne,
Yes- I would build a sanctuary if i won the lotto too. That's a great idea. My retirement dream is to have an animal sanctuary/daycare.
I looked over the cat allergy website that you sent. My husband and I are willing to get allergy shots but we are concerned about our potential children, especially when they are first born and during their developmental years. I don't think that newborns can get allergy shots and it is uncertain at this point as to whether they will have allergies. We saw her at Petsmart and they do not take the adopted cats and dogs back but they claim that they work with you to locate a related shelter. It's a little sketchy. I also don't think that I would have the heart to bring that kitty home and then be forced to take her back. Once she is at home, she's a member of the family. As much as I hate to admit it, I will have to be smart about this and adopt when I can guarantee that I can offer a furbaby a stable home without so many changes. It's unfair to them. That little cat is still on my mind though and I am planning on checking up on her at the end of this week.
It's good to hear that your babies are doing ok and are stable. That's an atrocious thing about that cat owner at the vet. It's stories like that that make me cry and then make me livid. I wonder how many other states have that law. I hate the fact that these people are even allowed to have animals. They should require a screening, examination and licensure to be able to adopt an animal.
Take care,
Stephanie
Full Version: Rassy cat & Howard
My heart is with you, Mew Mew, LilyCat and Mario. I am so sorry.
Annie's mommy
Annie's mommy
Oh Joanne- What a beauty! Thanks, LoveThem! It's so good to put a face to the name.
Joanne,
I wanted to wish you peace on Christmas Day and let you know how grateful I am to have found wonderful people like you in these forums. I am so sorry that it has to be so painful for you these days. You have my prayers and warm wishes going out for Mew and Mario.
I wanted to wish you peace on Christmas Day and let you know how grateful I am to have found wonderful people like you in these forums. I am so sorry that it has to be so painful for you these days. You have my prayers and warm wishes going out for Mew and Mario.
Oh Joanne,
I am so happy to see Rassy! I feel like I am meeting him for the first time. What a doll! I see those slippers in the picture too. That's too cute! LoveThem, you truly are someone very special.
I really hope things start going more smoothly for Mario. The great thing is he has you for a mommy so he's already got the best chance for a beautiful life.
Hugs to you and Mew, Howard, and the rest of your family! Happy New Year-hopefully it will be a little more peaceful and lucky for all of us here in the forums.
I am so happy to see Rassy! I feel like I am meeting him for the first time. What a doll! I see those slippers in the picture too. That's too cute! LoveThem, you truly are someone very special.
I really hope things start going more smoothly for Mario. The great thing is he has you for a mommy so he's already got the best chance for a beautiful life.
Hugs to you and Mew, Howard, and the rest of your family! Happy New Year-hopefully it will be a little more peaceful and lucky for all of us here in the forums.
Joanne,
You are so special. Thank you for your support in everything! My love is with Charlie (this was my favorite uncle's name, Charlie so it is very special to me), Mario (my favorite cousin's name), and Mew, who already has special love in my heart. Joanne, my heart goes out to you but you are such a chosen individual. You are truly an animal guardian and I aspire to be just like you one day. Please know that and my heart goes out to you and your babies! Please know that!
You are so special. Thank you for your support in everything! My love is with Charlie (this was my favorite uncle's name, Charlie so it is very special to me), Mario (my favorite cousin's name), and Mew, who already has special love in my heart. Joanne, my heart goes out to you but you are such a chosen individual. You are truly an animal guardian and I aspire to be just like you one day. Please know that and my heart goes out to you and your babies! Please know that!
Joanne,
I know that this is such a hard decision for you but you don't want Mew to suffer and that is the most unselfish thing you can do. We want our babies to stay with us as long as possible. Please know that my prayers are with you to have all the strength you can call upon to carry you through these times. These are the times we do need to be carried because by ourselves it is too much. I will keep you in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Bonny'sMom
I know that this is such a hard decision for you but you don't want Mew to suffer and that is the most unselfish thing you can do. We want our babies to stay with us as long as possible. Please know that my prayers are with you to have all the strength you can call upon to carry you through these times. These are the times we do need to be carried because by ourselves it is too much. I will keep you in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Bonny'sMom
Joanne,
I pray for those miracles to come for you. You are so strong and you have been thoroughly and brutally tested by life recently. I am so sorry about Mew-it makes me so sad to hear that you must go through this again. And then Charlie and Howard too. Oh Joanne, you have my prayers and my most positive wishes. For Charlie, I had read in another post that baby food might entice him. I wish I knew more to help give you some ideas. As for Howard, I don't know what I would do. Yes, ultimately, the vet said that there will be an end but then, there will always be an end. I just don't know. The one thing I do know about you is that these things happen to you because you give these babies a wonderful home and the same love that they give you. Most humans are not capable of giving that unconditional love that only animals seem to know how to give. Also, there are so few people who would be able to provide for sick babies. It's a blessing that probably seems like a curse, at times. But then, we have all thought-if we had to go through it all over again, we would have always chosen to have our babies in our lives and face the impending grief than to never have had them.
Please know that I will be thinking about you and the babies and that I will be crying with you.
So many hugs-
Stephanie
I pray for those miracles to come for you. You are so strong and you have been thoroughly and brutally tested by life recently. I am so sorry about Mew-it makes me so sad to hear that you must go through this again. And then Charlie and Howard too. Oh Joanne, you have my prayers and my most positive wishes. For Charlie, I had read in another post that baby food might entice him. I wish I knew more to help give you some ideas. As for Howard, I don't know what I would do. Yes, ultimately, the vet said that there will be an end but then, there will always be an end. I just don't know. The one thing I do know about you is that these things happen to you because you give these babies a wonderful home and the same love that they give you. Most humans are not capable of giving that unconditional love that only animals seem to know how to give. Also, there are so few people who would be able to provide for sick babies. It's a blessing that probably seems like a curse, at times. But then, we have all thought-if we had to go through it all over again, we would have always chosen to have our babies in our lives and face the impending grief than to never have had them.
Please know that I will be thinking about you and the babies and that I will be crying with you.
So many hugs-
Stephanie
Joanne,
I am so sorry about Mew and Charlie and Howard. And of course for you, their wonderful mommy who is going through so much right now. May God Bless you with strength and serenity. Take care Joanne, you're a true angel for animals. There are special people picked by God to take this responsibility of being angels for animals. You are definitely one.
Bonny'sMom
I am so sorry about Mew and Charlie and Howard. And of course for you, their wonderful mommy who is going through so much right now. May God Bless you with strength and serenity. Take care Joanne, you're a true angel for animals. There are special people picked by God to take this responsibility of being angels for animals. You are definitely one.
Bonny'sMom
I cry for you too, Joanne. I am so terribly sorry. You are such a special soul and I am so grateful that these babies have you to be their mom. My heart goes out to you. You know in your heart that you did the best for these babies. It was just their time. Mew and Howard crossed the Bridge together and Rassy probably greeted them with open arms. I am praying for Charlie, Mario, and Moose- I know that they are in the best hands possible with you.
Take care and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Take care and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joanne,
I'm so sorry about Howard and Mew. I missed those postings and feel so bad I didn't respond sooner. You are a great mommy and a great person and you've been through so much. You are due for some happiness. Who are the babies in the pictures. They are so cute. Take good care and know that we are here for you.
Bonny'sMom
I'm so sorry about Howard and Mew. I missed those postings and feel so bad I didn't respond sooner. You are a great mommy and a great person and you've been through so much. You are due for some happiness. Who are the babies in the pictures. They are so cute. Take good care and know that we are here for you.
Bonny'sMom
Hello Everyone,
I'm back! Sorry I have not had the time to write in a few days. Joanne, I'm so glad to here that Charlie is doing much better. My job has been super busy and when I get home I have a six year old human to feed, one four year old kitty and two new baby kitties. It's been a challenging week. I brought the newest kitty "Elizabeth" home on Monday night. It's been a challenge. I sequestered her and then started to introduce her to the others. Jessie and Maggie (new bobtail kitty) are getting along fabulously. Elizabeth is a different story.
This is my first time with three cats and I need some advice. How much time should I give Elizabeth to get along with the others? I am a bit nervous to begin with because I've never had three cats so I just want everyone to like each other.
Any tips? I do have to say that the cats are keeping me distracted so I have not cried in a couple of days. I'm hoping this weekend I can take some time and get some pictures posted.
I'm so glad to here about Charlie, he's definitely a fighter!
Bonny'sMom
I'm back! Sorry I have not had the time to write in a few days. Joanne, I'm so glad to here that Charlie is doing much better. My job has been super busy and when I get home I have a six year old human to feed, one four year old kitty and two new baby kitties. It's been a challenging week. I brought the newest kitty "Elizabeth" home on Monday night. It's been a challenge. I sequestered her and then started to introduce her to the others. Jessie and Maggie (new bobtail kitty) are getting along fabulously. Elizabeth is a different story.
This is my first time with three cats and I need some advice. How much time should I give Elizabeth to get along with the others? I am a bit nervous to begin with because I've never had three cats so I just want everyone to like each other.
Any tips? I do have to say that the cats are keeping me distracted so I have not cried in a couple of days. I'm hoping this weekend I can take some time and get some pictures posted.
I'm so glad to here about Charlie, he's definitely a fighter!
Bonny'sMom
Hi Joanne, Sorry your computer's down. That's a bummer. I am also sorry to hear Charlie's having a difficult time. I did receive the book "Animals and the Afterlife". It has been so wonderful to read. I feel so much more reassured. Have you thought about talking to an animal communicator about Charlie. Maybe you might get some insight from him. I'm going to contact one regarding Bonny because I'm still so riddled with guilt about not being with her at the end. I need to get past that. I still can't bring myself to pick up the ashes. I know I'm going to fall apart again but I do need to pick them up.
The cats all doing well. Elizabeth is about five to six months old and we think Maggie is about a year. They are great company for each other. They chase each other up and down the stairs and they fight but it's really not serious fighting. They like to play together a lot. Jessie, my big boy, is 4 years old and he was a traumatized cat when I adopted him. He is still very shy but I think the girls are good for him. He is starting to learn how to play. Last night I was petting him and giving him lots of love and he started playing. I was so pleasantly surprised. He did grabbie's with his paws in a playful way and I even caught him playing for a minute or so with Maggie and a toy. Mealtimes are hilarious. I've got the bowls lines up. I have to feed Elizabeth first because she'll just start eating the other's food. I am definitely going through a lot more cat food and kitty litter now that I have three. But they are so much fun. I really thought last week that I had made a mistake with adopting two but I'm now so glad I did. Elizabeth is a crazy nut of a cat and has brought a lot of life to the house. Which I desperately needed. My six year old son is getting a big kick out of the kitties.
I'm still reading the book and is has been so helpful. Thank you again for all of your support and my prayers are with you and Charlie.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Bonny'sMom
The cats all doing well. Elizabeth is about five to six months old and we think Maggie is about a year. They are great company for each other. They chase each other up and down the stairs and they fight but it's really not serious fighting. They like to play together a lot. Jessie, my big boy, is 4 years old and he was a traumatized cat when I adopted him. He is still very shy but I think the girls are good for him. He is starting to learn how to play. Last night I was petting him and giving him lots of love and he started playing. I was so pleasantly surprised. He did grabbie's with his paws in a playful way and I even caught him playing for a minute or so with Maggie and a toy. Mealtimes are hilarious. I've got the bowls lines up. I have to feed Elizabeth first because she'll just start eating the other's food. I am definitely going through a lot more cat food and kitty litter now that I have three. But they are so much fun. I really thought last week that I had made a mistake with adopting two but I'm now so glad I did. Elizabeth is a crazy nut of a cat and has brought a lot of life to the house. Which I desperately needed. My six year old son is getting a big kick out of the kitties.
I'm still reading the book and is has been so helpful. Thank you again for all of your support and my prayers are with you and Charlie.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Bonny'sMom
That's good to know. I was missing you. 
Hi Joanne,
I just want you to know what an inspiration you have been to me. I have not given up on my Aspen. I've been force feeding her with a syringe, like you have done. I'm afraid Aspen's battle is about over though. She's having a hard time breathing.
We had a wonderful holiday season together though as I asked everybody to pray for. I will charish that Christmas for the rest of my life.
I don't know how you have dealt with all that you have been through. I am exhausted and even failed an algebra test last week because I cant concentrate on anything other than Aspen. (I'm a middle aged student) and work full time, so I gave up sleep to spend with her. Sounds like what you're doing.
The stress is catching up with me. I guess what I'm trying to say is that...you are one amazing, caring, human being with a beautiful soul, and thank you for being here for everybody even through your hardest times.
Pepe and Aspen's dad
Adam
I just want you to know what an inspiration you have been to me. I have not given up on my Aspen. I've been force feeding her with a syringe, like you have done. I'm afraid Aspen's battle is about over though. She's having a hard time breathing.
We had a wonderful holiday season together though as I asked everybody to pray for. I will charish that Christmas for the rest of my life.
I don't know how you have dealt with all that you have been through. I am exhausted and even failed an algebra test last week because I cant concentrate on anything other than Aspen. (I'm a middle aged student) and work full time, so I gave up sleep to spend with her. Sounds like what you're doing.
The stress is catching up with me. I guess what I'm trying to say is that...you are one amazing, caring, human being with a beautiful soul, and thank you for being here for everybody even through your hardest times.
Pepe and Aspen's dad
Adam
Hi Joanne......Welcome back. Though I have never spoken with you I have followed your thread since I joined this group in early January. This forum and the wonderful human beings here have touched my heart in a very special and loving way. Comfort and encouragement is what I have found here. We carry each other until we can stand again.
Take care
Take care
Joanne I'm leaving a message for you in my thread.
She is really beautiful. What a sweet face.
Hi Joanne,
So I read that you are looking for a new baby. Any baby that you adopt is one lucky little baby because you are one of the most dedicated mommies out there. I'm with ya on the adoption vs. breeder. There are so many babies in shelters that need homes.
So I read that you are looking for a new baby. Any baby that you adopt is one lucky little baby because you are one of the most dedicated mommies out there. I'm with ya on the adoption vs. breeder. There are so many babies in shelters that need homes.
OMG, Joanne! What a beautiful little ball of fluff. He looks too little to be away from his mother. I just want to hug and kiss him! I am moving too, hopefully, in 2 months. I live in the city now and my husband and I decided that it has been draining us lately. We found a house outside the city but there are some issues with it so we are in limbo right now. It is taking everything within me not to start getting new babies. I am trying to wait for the move-our apartment right now is so small for multiple babies and I am not sure if a move might cause them trauma-but I totally know how hard and close to impossible it is to resist! Even if you don't wait for the move, I think your new baby will be in the best hands and your older babies will help to ease him/her into the move. Take care and please keep us posted (and show us more pictures).
How wonderful for you to have the excitement of bringing Black Wonder home. When is he scheduled to arrive?
I hope your new addition brings you much joy and happiness JoAnn. When I visit the forum I will be sure to check on your continuing story.
Black Wonder sure is a little cutiepie.
I hope your new addition brings you much joy and happiness JoAnn. When I visit the forum I will be sure to check on your continuing story.
Black Wonder sure is a little cutiepie.
Joanne..............I am sooooooooo happy that you have found Whiskers to love and cherish and make sweet memories with. He is a beautiful cat who has a found a wonderful home with someone I know will dedicate herself completely to seeing that he gets all the love, attention, and care both you and he need.
You have had more heartbreak and struggles to deal with over the last 6+ months than I can even contemplate. You have much love to give and I hope Whiskers brings you much happiness, joy, and laughter. Showing his pics sure made me smile. It's always nice to let a little sunshine into our lives and hearts.
Have fun with Whiskers in getting to know him. He really is one lucky cat!
You have had more heartbreak and struggles to deal with over the last 6+ months than I can even contemplate. You have much love to give and I hope Whiskers brings you much happiness, joy, and laughter. Showing his pics sure made me smile.
It's always nice to let a little sunshine into our lives and hearts.Have fun with Whiskers in getting to know him. He really is one lucky cat!
QUOTE (jackjackbojack @ Apr 8 2008, 10:40 PM)
The hardest thing I am really dealing with is letting go of the hate for the old monster vet. At least, we were able to extend Mew and Howards lifes a little longer. And the best thing I did was find such a wonderful vet who supported me through so much.
You will find by letting go of hate makes much more room for love. By forgiving, you CAN let go of the hate you feel for the vet. Perhaps your heart will sing again in the delightful love that your new kitty will bring you. Maybe there will be so much love in your heart that there will be no more room for hate. Whiskers may be just what you need to find that forgiveness and give you the freedom to love with all your heart.
The emergency vet I had to take my Goliath to the night he died missed somehing very important. When she sent me home with some antacids for Goliath and told me he would be just fine, I believed her. Here I was hugging him and kissing him and thanking God that the love of my life was safe and sound at home. Can you imagine how shocked I was when he died in my arms within 2 hours after I had just heard the vet tell me Goliath was going to be "just fine?" You can bet I was angrier than I had ever been in my life. After trying to breathe life back into Goliath's limpless little body to no avail, I wrapped him in my sweater and went right back to see that vet. I wanted to know WHY she sent him home after I had told her I knew something was terribly wrong and to help me understand. My feelings of anger and resentment festered and festered for 2 months til I realized I had to forgive her, not for her, but for me so that I could begin to heal. The freedom I found in forgiving her enabled me to become a much more loving and compassionate person than I already was. Out of a tragedy came peronal growth
for me spiritually, mentally, and physically. I had to forgive her or I knew I would never be full of anything but bitterness, anger, and resentment. Those feelings toward her that I was harboring were just keeping me from having to confront what I really was really feeling deep down inside. I was trying to cover up the pain, grief, despair, shock, disappointment. Today, I have no hate or grudges in my heart.
That "old monster vet" did serve one purpose though. Because he failed you at your time of need, you were led to a more caring vet that you were happy with in finding a way to prolong the time you had left with Mew and Howard. That truly was a blessing. As you struggle in finding a way to let go of the hate you are feeling for that vet, maybe you can start by just calling him the old vet. It may help you to let go of just a teeny tiny bit of that hate. I only know what helped me to unburden my heavy heart.
I wish you much sunshine in your heart as you struggle toward forgiving. You deserve it...............you will find yourself feeling happy, joyous and free.
Congratulations Joanne and many many happy moments with Mr. Whiskers. Bet you that made your day!
I know it's been so hard for you to have been through this horror with that vet.
We rely on them, we trust them and when it seems they don't deliver, we feel so cheated. In your case, it may have been a question of incompetence AND lack of heart on the vet's part and that must seem totally unforgivable to you. But as Goliath has so well said, we can not carry grudges forever, they just weigh too heavy on the rest of our spirit and stop it from soaring free. But what you feel is very normal, in grief we often interchange anger with guilt, some of us feel mostly guilty and others feel mostly angry but both emotions will ruin you so beware and try to 'shelve' them.
I can not see how you could ever have felt guilty Joanne. But your anger is so normal, so typical when one has harmed the ones we love most. Sometimes when I can't get over a grudge I make a deal with myself that though I can't totally forgive I can agree with myself that the grudge has become very tired and it's time to let it go, just for that reason if nothing better can move me. Our vets make mistakes, like we all do.
In a way, when you think that compared to our own practionners their job is a lot harder because they can not talk with the animal to know what they are feeling. This involves a lot of guess work and they most likely start off with the same 'first of all, do no harm' approach that we do. I know of a lot of mistakes that my vets did. I know of a lot of mistakes that I did too. I also know that I have 'caught' mistakes
before they happened with my own doctor who wasn't 'connecting certain dots'.
That's life, but as well, moments like the quote above, they're the kiss to blow away all the negative feelings, take it and make it yours to have and to give. I am really happy for you Positive waves for you and all of yours.
QUOTE
Today, he jumped into my lap and snuggled in. I just put my arms around him and gave him a kiss.
Bet you that made your day! I know it's been so hard for you to have been through this horror with that vet.
We rely on them, we trust them and when it seems they don't deliver, we feel so cheated. In your case, it may have been a question of incompetence AND lack of heart on the vet's part and that must seem totally unforgivable to you. But as Goliath has so well said, we can not carry grudges forever, they just weigh too heavy on the rest of our spirit and stop it from soaring free. But what you feel is very normal, in grief we often interchange anger with guilt, some of us feel mostly guilty and others feel mostly angry but both emotions will ruin you so beware and try to 'shelve' them.
I can not see how you could ever have felt guilty Joanne. But your anger is so normal, so typical when one has harmed the ones we love most. Sometimes when I can't get over a grudge I make a deal with myself that though I can't totally forgive I can agree with myself that the grudge has become very tired and it's time to let it go, just for that reason if nothing better can move me. Our vets make mistakes, like we all do.
In a way, when you think that compared to our own practionners their job is a lot harder because they can not talk with the animal to know what they are feeling. This involves a lot of guess work and they most likely start off with the same 'first of all, do no harm' approach that we do. I know of a lot of mistakes that my vets did. I know of a lot of mistakes that I did too. I also know that I have 'caught' mistakes
before they happened with my own doctor who wasn't 'connecting certain dots'.
That's life, but as well, moments like the quote above, they're the kiss to blow away all the negative feelings, take it and make it yours to have and to give. I am really happy for you
Positive waves for you and all of yours.
With your tender love and care you give to ALL your kittieloves how can it not bring him out of his shell? You have endured much worse in your fights trying to save your other sick kitties. Miracles do happen when love and devotion is in our hearts. I am an optimist to a fault Joann and know you will give all you have in you to make this work. It is time for a little sunshine in your life.
Hi Joann.
Glad to hear that more is calm, both in the weather as well as Whisker's adjustment into his new home with you. Sounds like you are too.
When sudden changes are thrown at animals, as well as ourselves, reactions are many. I know if somebody came to my house and took me away to a strange place suddenly, I just might be a little shocked and horrified about it myself.(although there have been times when I was sure the men in the white coats would show up any minute and lock me up forever.....LOL)
When Goliath died, Gidget walked around here aimlessley. She too had been thrown into a new environment that she didn't understand in not seeing Goliath here. She looked everywhere for him under furniture, closets, rooms and even the cealing. When doors were shut she came and got me to open them so she could look in there herself for him. Watching her do that tugged on my heart unmercifully. Many times during the day she would make her search again. She even started peeing in the house, which she had not done before and began to develop a nervous twitch. I had to be patient with her by showing her my love and understanding. Today Gidget has changed. She no longer twitches and she doesn't make her rounds in the house looking for Goliath..............While she has gotten better about the pee pee thing, we are both working on that.
That's great that Whiskers comes out from under the bed. Little by little he will make subtle changes for the better too. As you said, at least no cat fights ensued. Given time and patience there is no doubt in my mind that all of you will settle in very comfortably together.
When you spoke of the owls I was reminded that I too will have to be very careful with a new puppy. There are owls here who haven't caused any problems, but this year we seem to have a surplus of hawks. We also have a den of foxes on the vacant lot right nextdoor to our home. Since baby chihuahuas weigh less than a pound at 8 weeks of age they would be seen as prey for these animals. We only built our home 4 1/2 years ago here on the lake where many varities of animal come to visit. So, we have never had the experience of having one so small in this home.
Moose and Mario will help Whiskers continue to come out of shell. If you pursue your passion, that which you truly love, everything will fall into place.
Glad to hear that more is calm, both in the weather as well as Whisker's adjustment into his new home with you. Sounds like you are too.
When sudden changes are thrown at animals, as well as ourselves, reactions are many. I know if somebody came to my house and took me away to a strange place suddenly, I just might be a little shocked and horrified about it myself.(although there have been times when I was sure the men in the white coats would show up any minute and lock me up forever.....LOL)
When Goliath died, Gidget walked around here aimlessley. She too had been thrown into a new environment that she didn't understand in not seeing Goliath here. She looked everywhere for him under furniture, closets, rooms and even the cealing. When doors were shut she came and got me to open them so she could look in there herself for him. Watching her do that tugged on my heart unmercifully. Many times during the day she would make her search again. She even started peeing in the house, which she had not done before and began to develop a nervous twitch. I had to be patient with her by showing her my love and understanding. Today Gidget has changed. She no longer twitches and she doesn't make her rounds in the house looking for Goliath..............While she has gotten better about the pee pee thing, we are both working on that.
That's great that Whiskers comes out from under the bed. Little by little he will make subtle changes for the better too. As you said, at least no cat fights ensued. Given time and patience there is no doubt in my mind that all of you will settle in very comfortably together.
When you spoke of the owls I was reminded that I too will have to be very careful with a new puppy. There are owls here who haven't caused any problems, but this year we seem to have a surplus of hawks. We also have a den of foxes on the vacant lot right nextdoor to our home. Since baby chihuahuas weigh less than a pound at 8 weeks of age they would be seen as prey for these animals. We only built our home 4 1/2 years ago here on the lake where many varities of animal come to visit. So, we have never had the experience of having one so small in this home.
Moose and Mario will help Whiskers continue to come out of shell. If you pursue your passion, that which you truly love, everything will fall into place.
Hi JoAnn and Judy...............I had to pop in and say I too would like to see more pics of Rassy as well as the other kittyloves. There is something about looking at pics that brings so much comfort to my heart. For me, I think it's a way of healing and moving on. Thinking of Goliath brings me so many smiles. When we have their love and it is bound with ours, 2 hearts together=1 big heart. 
We are so blessed to know such love in our lives and that it continues to teach us just how important all our loves and relationships are.
HUGS to both of you.
Beth
We are so blessed to know such love in our lives and that it continues to teach us just how important all our loves and relationships are.HUGS to both of you.
Beth
QUOTE (jackjackbojack @ Apr 28 2008, 09:23 PM) 
There are times when I go to bed at night, that I will take one of my late cats pictures and hold it in my hands and just stare. This might sound nuts, but, I find myself talking to them. Sometimes, my eyes just fill up with tears only because I miss them so. The hardest thing is getting use to them not being there in the physical form. what I would give just to hold one of them....
Doesn't sound nuts to me JoAnn. I miss Goliath more than my words can even express. There are things I do too that may sound a little crazy to some, but not to me. Anything I can do that is conducive to healing and acceptance just makes a better and healthier me.
You can hold Rassy and Howard everywhere you go. They are part of you inside and out. I hold my Goliath each and everyday in my actions as well as my words. He is the music in me and I can sing and sing all day long knowing he is with me. His heart and my heart became one big heart long ago. As I keep loving and passing all the love that is inside me, my heart grows.
I too am approaching 6 months since the angels came and returned Goliath to Heaven. There is no doubt in my mind that one day we will see each other again, where we can laugh and play and cuddle for the rest of eternity. Until that day comes, I am going to love with ALL I have had and what is yet to be given.
By the way, soon I will be sharing a new puppylove that has come into our home. His name is Browser and he is truly a gift from God. I'm pretty sure Goliath had his paw in God's hand when they selected this little love for us.
Though I have endured many hardships during my lifetime, my blessings are far more.
Love with all you have today for there may not be another tomorrow.
QUOTE (jackjackbojack @ Sep 30 2007, 07:06 PM)
**Joanne (jackjackbojack is a new member here. Two of her precious furkids (Rassy cat & Howard ) are very ill with kidney failure. With Joanne's permission, I'll do my best to get her posts together (along with their replies), so that she can have her own thread. **
*****************************************
My two babies are dying of Kidney failure. There is just so little time left. My Rassy cat is 18.5 years old. My Howard is 16. I have been through this once before with my kittywillow. People here are so compassionate and kind. I can't stand it when people say to me its just a cat. Its not. These are my babies. I know how much joy those special little ones bring into our lives.
We enclosed our patios and made them into cat rooms. (We have one upstairs and one downstairs. We refer to our cats as the ups and downs. My up cats will soon cross over the Rainbow. All I will have are some pictures and lots of wonderful memories.
I don't want them to suffer. Rassy cat is still holding on. I know he doesn't want to leave me. Howard still has some time left before the curtain falls. I told Rassy Cat whenever he feels its time, to just let go. I would much prefer to see him die peacefully in his sleep rather than having to put either down. Howard is so attached to Ras, and sick that we might put him down just so he doesn't have to suffer the heartbreak of loosing his best friend esp in his condition.
I just continue to check on my babies. Rassy cat sleeps so soundly. I just keep checking to see if he will wake up. I try not to cry in front of him. He knows how much I adore him. And the last thing I would ever want to do is keep him alive if he is in pain.
Today, I told him, whenever you are ready to let go, its ok. Always know, I love you as much as life itself.
& Howard ) are very ill with kidney failure. With Joanne's permission, I'll do my best to get her posts together (along with their replies), so that she can have her own thread. *******************************************
My two babies are dying of Kidney failure. There is just so little time left. My Rassy cat is 18.5 years old. My Howard is 16. I have been through this once before with my kittywillow. People here are so compassionate and kind. I can't stand it when people say to me its just a cat. Its not. These are my babies. I know how much joy those special little ones bring into our lives.
We enclosed our patios and made them into cat rooms. (We have one upstairs and one downstairs. We refer to our cats as the ups and downs. My up cats will soon cross over the Rainbow. All I will have are some pictures and lots of wonderful memories.
I don't want them to suffer. Rassy cat is still holding on. I know he doesn't want to leave me. Howard still has some time left before the curtain falls. I told Rassy Cat whenever he feels its time, to just let go. I would much prefer to see him die peacefully in his sleep rather than having to put either down. Howard is so attached to Ras, and sick that we might put him down just so he doesn't have to suffer the heartbreak of loosing his best friend esp in his condition.
I just continue to check on my babies. Rassy cat sleeps so soundly. I just keep checking to see if he will wake up. I try not to cry in front of him. He knows how much I adore him. And the last thing I would ever want to do is keep him alive if he is in pain.
Today, I told him, whenever you are ready to let go, its ok. Always know, I love you as much as life itself.
My cat Sherry died of kidney failure 4 weeks ago and I know how difficult it is to watch your cat fading before your very eyes. I'm glad that they are being treated for their kidney problems but as you are well aware it is a terminal condition. It's very hard to let go even when they are very ill because we love them so much. In my case her condition was undiagnosed and as a result I watched her dying in agony with convulsions. I know you don't want your cat to suffer and perhaps after discussing the situation with your vet you will know whether it is time to say goodbye. Perhaps coming to a decision about it will give you and her precious final hours together when you can be with her a lot and show her how much you do love her and don't want her to suffer needlessly if the situation has bad prognosis. Lots of hugs because either way it is very diffuclt to lose someone that has loved us so unconditionally as our pets love us.
Rena
Rena
Hey Joanne,
I just wanted to stop by and tell you that I can not believe the uncanny resemblance that Whiskers has to Rassy. Best of luck with your new addition! Both boys are so handsome!
Take care,
Stephanie
I just wanted to stop by and tell you that I can not believe the uncanny resemblance that Whiskers has to Rassy. Best of luck with your new addition! Both boys are so handsome!
Take care,
Stephanie
QUOTE (jackjackbojack @ May 1 2008, 07:20 PM)
Well, i seem to have a fixation for cats that look like Rassy. I have given them a name. I call them Rassy Cats.
Now that's catchy JoAnn! LOL I like the ring in that. I bet that makes you laugh and smile alot. RIGHT???
Glad to hear Charlie is doing better too. You are a wonderful and patient Mom. Keep up the good work.
Well...........the pic worked well! Two kittyloves lookin' for something to cause a little mischief. The looks on their faces say it all. LOL 
Hey Joanne,
I love the pictures. I like your new breed of cats. My Duffy had a tuxedo too so I understand your fixation with the markings. Anyone who tells you that you are trying to replace Rassy obviously doesn't know the type of person that you are.
I'm happy to hear that Charlie is doing well and that Whiskers has no special needs but poor Mario! Those food and skin allergies sound horrible. That poor baby. One of my cousins had a dog with skin allergies too. I actually saw a TV show once that had a dog in a shelter who had an allergy to humans. It makes sense that cats and dogs would have allergies like us-I am highly allergic-but it breaks our hearts watching them suffer. They are our babies.
Thank you so much for offering me your shoulder- I really appreciate that and I offer you the same. You are such a special person. Things have been crazy in my life lately and I haven't had much time to get onto the forum but I come around as often as I can, and my life should start to slow down now. Like you, I am moving to another state soon so things have been hectic.
I wish you many hugs, Joanne, and to your little ones. I really hope that Mario starts to feel a little relief. I am no stranger to allergies, myself and they are really awful. Take care.
I love the pictures. I like your new breed of cats. My Duffy had a tuxedo too so I understand your fixation with the markings. Anyone who tells you that you are trying to replace Rassy obviously doesn't know the type of person that you are.
I'm happy to hear that Charlie is doing well and that Whiskers has no special needs but poor Mario! Those food and skin allergies sound horrible. That poor baby. One of my cousins had a dog with skin allergies too. I actually saw a TV show once that had a dog in a shelter who had an allergy to humans. It makes sense that cats and dogs would have allergies like us-I am highly allergic-but it breaks our hearts watching them suffer. They are our babies.
Thank you so much for offering me your shoulder- I really appreciate that and I offer you the same. You are such a special person. Things have been crazy in my life lately and I haven't had much time to get onto the forum but I come around as often as I can, and my life should start to slow down now. Like you, I am moving to another state soon so things have been hectic.
I wish you many hugs, Joanne, and to your little ones. I really hope that Mario starts to feel a little relief. I am no stranger to allergies, myself and they are really awful. Take care.
Rassy Cat certainly has a beautiful and full tail just as the rest of his markings are gorgeous. You tickle me when you speak of how your Howard waited for your hubby. What is so special about that is your hubby's warm greeting in return. That tender spot in our hearts is always remembered by all the little things they do.
Joanne, you have a very enlightened way of looking at life and I think that that's great. I love that picture of Howard- such beautiful babies.
QUOTE (forduffy @ May 5 2008, 06:37 PM)
Joanne, you have a very enlightened way of looking at life and I think that that's great.
Carrying a positive attitude definately helps to enhance our outlook on life. Each day is a gift and an opportunity to give thanks for all we have. We can share the sunshine and warm each other's hearts.
Click to view attachment
QUOTE (jackjackbojack @ May 7 2008, 01:31 PM)
The day I really forgive myself, is the day, I let all the guilt go. I guess the day I forgive myself, is the day I forgive him....And still, I guess, however angry he is with me for how I feel about him, perphas he will forgive me.
Still working on this. I am not an expert....just a human being trying to come to terms with my loss.
Still working on this. I am not an expert....just a human being trying to come to terms with my loss.
Times come when we recognize what needs to be done in any given situation. When we become able to free ourselves of undesirable feelings we make more room for the fuzzy warm feelings that make us feel so good. We can create change if we allow ourselves to.
We all are working on ourelves JoAnn. None of us is an expert, especially me. I can only share with others what has worked for me and what did not work for me. If one person benefits, then it makes my effort all the more worthwhile.
May the sunshine in your heart touch all those around you.
QUOTE (jackjackbojack @ May 7 2008, 06:10 PM)
Well, the words are nice to hear, but behind these posts there is an individual who basically fell apart. And all I can say is thank you to everyone who posted to me and supported me. What I learned is just how comforting kind words can be and to know, there were others who cared enough to help me through my grief.[/i]
I understand all in what you say JoAnn. Behind all of my posts there also is an individual who once was completely crippled and helpless. That person is behind me now. Little by little those broken pieces of my heart have mended. It is very comforting to me as well to read other's respones in my threads. For I too am still recovering. No matter where I post it is important, whether it is about Goliath or Gidget, or my newby baby Browser.
We do all care and share and I have always loved to share words of inspiration to others because not only does it help them, but me as well. As I continue in this journey of growing, I don't know where it will take me. But I do know I am headed in the right direction.
Joanne,
I lost my dear baby Ginger to kidney disease. I put her to sleep last night. Like your Lilly, she was down to 5lbs. I am also tormented with "what ifs" and "should'ves." I miss her so much.
XOXO
I lost my dear baby Ginger to kidney disease. I put her to sleep last night. Like your Lilly, she was down to 5lbs. I am also tormented with "what ifs" and "should'ves." I miss her so much.
XOXO
Joanne,
Thank you for your kind words. As tough as the decision is, we definitely do not want our dear babies to suffer. It's interesting that you mention seizures because that was one of my greatest fears. A friend of mine has lost 2 kitties to CRF, and she told me that one of them had seizures and died on her kitchen floor. Considering how much Ginger loved going outside, I didn't want to deprive her of that joy, but I can honestly tell you that since the warm weather started I hardly had a peaceful moment while she was outside. My greatest fear was that she would have a seizure and die outside away from me. Considering how much weight she had lost and how quickly she seemed to be deteriorating, I knew it was only a matter of time before her other organs started giving out. Take care of your other kitties. I found a website that was very helpful, you may already be familiar with it... www.felinecrf.org. This website offers not only medical information but also very helpful suggestions to control or at least minimize the impact of some symptoms. For example, Ginger would throw up every single day, at least 3 times a day. Then I read that if you raise their food bowl, this minimizes stomach acid and helps with the vomiting. It also helps if they eat at least a little before bed. These tips were definitely helpful; I put her food bowl on top of a small flower pot, and Ginger went for weeks without throwing up. I'm sorry about your babies, I hope your Lilly and Charlie continue to do well.
Thank you for your kind words. As tough as the decision is, we definitely do not want our dear babies to suffer. It's interesting that you mention seizures because that was one of my greatest fears. A friend of mine has lost 2 kitties to CRF, and she told me that one of them had seizures and died on her kitchen floor. Considering how much Ginger loved going outside, I didn't want to deprive her of that joy, but I can honestly tell you that since the warm weather started I hardly had a peaceful moment while she was outside. My greatest fear was that she would have a seizure and die outside away from me. Considering how much weight she had lost and how quickly she seemed to be deteriorating, I knew it was only a matter of time before her other organs started giving out. Take care of your other kitties. I found a website that was very helpful, you may already be familiar with it... www.felinecrf.org. This website offers not only medical information but also very helpful suggestions to control or at least minimize the impact of some symptoms. For example, Ginger would throw up every single day, at least 3 times a day. Then I read that if you raise their food bowl, this minimizes stomach acid and helps with the vomiting. It also helps if they eat at least a little before bed. These tips were definitely helpful; I put her food bowl on top of a small flower pot, and Ginger went for weeks without throwing up. I'm sorry about your babies, I hope your Lilly and Charlie continue to do well.
I think all cats are beautiful,but WOW ...Charlie is a stunner! I could be a little biased, since he reminds me very much of my beautiful Siammix Fleasy, who I lost to crf and a killer vet 15 years ago. It's good to hear he and Lilly are doing well.
Judy's so right...baby steps forward sometimes a step back, especially with what you've gone through.
Kisses for Kittys,
Dayna
Judy's so right...baby steps forward sometimes a step back, especially with what you've gone through.
Kisses for Kittys,
Dayna
Hi folks,
I've been browsing here for about a month. Had my almost 16 yr old oriental shorthair PTS June 3, after battle with CRF. Unfortunately what put him over edge was bad reaction to drug for urinary blockage. Yes the food and vaccines are causing alot of the diseases we see in our pets today. There are some decent natural foods out there , such as Wellness, EVO, Natural brand, and some raw natural diets. If you google natural cat food you'l see lots of great info. Main thing is to have meat as 1st ingredient(preferably chicken/turkey, minimizing the beef and fish products), and no grains, glutens,by-products. I fed a homemade raw chicken diet after diagnosed with CRF. He loved it, but it is very time-consuming and must add all the proper nutrients in specific amounts.
Also, check out Feline Instincts/Felines pride site- great info on food. Other great site is ShirleysWellnessCafe.com. It has human and pet info on everything you can image, including natural 'vaccines' called Nosodes.
I've been browsing here for about a month. Had my almost 16 yr old oriental shorthair PTS June 3, after battle with CRF. Unfortunately what put him over edge was bad reaction to drug for urinary blockage. Yes the food and vaccines are causing alot of the diseases we see in our pets today. There are some decent natural foods out there , such as Wellness, EVO, Natural brand, and some raw natural diets. If you google natural cat food you'l see lots of great info. Main thing is to have meat as 1st ingredient(preferably chicken/turkey, minimizing the beef and fish products), and no grains, glutens,by-products. I fed a homemade raw chicken diet after diagnosed with CRF. He loved it, but it is very time-consuming and must add all the proper nutrients in specific amounts.
Also, check out Feline Instincts/Felines pride site- great info on food. Other great site is ShirleysWellnessCafe.com. It has human and pet info on everything you can image, including natural 'vaccines' called Nosodes.
QUOTE (jackjackbojack @ Aug 25 2008, 06:31 PM)
That's when life is cruel....not allowing us to save the one life put into our lives and allowed that strong beautiful bond to be created...then life comes in the future and takes them away.
Hi Judy
I wanted toshare some bad news with you. Not like I havent shared so much with you already. Mario is sick. Now I find out he has a heart murmur. How can this be. He has been to this vet so many times since I got him at the end of Nov. You know I found a wonderful homeopath vet in WA. Things were going quite well for me. She cured Lily of her digestive issues. I was beginning to doubt Lily would ever be well. But this vet in wa did it. she has been working with me for one month concerning Mario. He has finally stopped itching and licking like he was....He had a few good days and then bingo back to his old ways. Well, the vet I used had him in and out for seven months and his problems only got worse. So, today, I got this sixth sense feeling. His coat looks wonderful. His fur is growing in, but now he has a heart murmur. Mario is not that old of a cat. Well, I came hom and cried. Then I sent the report to the vet in WA. Things dont make sense. The things she has had me doing, dont cause heart murmurs. Her first question to me, this just came up? So she told me we would go alone with what the allopath vet says for a week. Then there may be some testing. Whatever the results, nothing will be done without her imput. She did tell me there were hollistic treatments for heart murmurs.
Somehow, I wonder if they were grasping for straws trying to look to blame...I dont know. I do know there is a lady vet at the allopath who told me they do work with some homeopath patients. She wasnt opposed to work with my homeopath vet in WA. I have watched Mario suffer for the last seven months or so with skin allergies, digestive issues and now this. Just how much is this little baby supposed to endure. And now here I am at least knowing, that the words if only etc are not cropping up in my face. Somehow, Rassy cat prepared me for dealing with Mario.
tonight I intend to spend lots of time with him even more than I normally do. Whiskers loves Mario. He would be in bad shape if anything happened and so would I. How many tears will I shed for my kids. Mario is probably the saddest because he has not had that many good days feeling good. When we move, he is going on raw food. I have a vet lined up in Utah who is homeopath. and will work with the vet in wa. For now, I have Mario on wysong which she told me about. Its a wonderful diet for him. I just wonder if his heart murmur could have been caused in part due to crummy food.
As I tell you about Mario, I know this is going to break your heart too. I remember how you refer to him as that little dickens. I can't begin to tell you how sweet he is. He makes such cute noises when he talks. And he is just so loving.
Why Mario what did he do....
Joanne
Hi Judy
I wanted toshare some bad news with you. Not like I havent shared so much with you already. Mario is sick. Now I find out he has a heart murmur. How can this be. He has been to this vet so many times since I got him at the end of Nov. You know I found a wonderful homeopath vet in WA. Things were going quite well for me. She cured Lily of her digestive issues. I was beginning to doubt Lily would ever be well. But this vet in wa did it. she has been working with me for one month concerning Mario. He has finally stopped itching and licking like he was....He had a few good days and then bingo back to his old ways. Well, the vet I used had him in and out for seven months and his problems only got worse. So, today, I got this sixth sense feeling. His coat looks wonderful. His fur is growing in, but now he has a heart murmur. Mario is not that old of a cat. Well, I came hom and cried. Then I sent the report to the vet in WA. Things dont make sense. The things she has had me doing, dont cause heart murmurs. Her first question to me, this just came up? So she told me we would go alone with what the allopath vet says for a week. Then there may be some testing. Whatever the results, nothing will be done without her imput. She did tell me there were hollistic treatments for heart murmurs.
Somehow, I wonder if they were grasping for straws trying to look to blame...I dont know. I do know there is a lady vet at the allopath who told me they do work with some homeopath patients. She wasnt opposed to work with my homeopath vet in WA. I have watched Mario suffer for the last seven months or so with skin allergies, digestive issues and now this. Just how much is this little baby supposed to endure. And now here I am at least knowing, that the words if only etc are not cropping up in my face. Somehow, Rassy cat prepared me for dealing with Mario.
tonight I intend to spend lots of time with him even more than I normally do. Whiskers loves Mario. He would be in bad shape if anything happened and so would I. How many tears will I shed for my kids. Mario is probably the saddest because he has not had that many good days feeling good. When we move, he is going on raw food. I have a vet lined up in Utah who is homeopath. and will work with the vet in wa. For now, I have Mario on wysong which she told me about. Its a wonderful diet for him. I just wonder if his heart murmur could have been caused in part due to crummy food.
As I tell you about Mario, I know this is going to break your heart too. I remember how you refer to him as that little dickens. I can't begin to tell you how sweet he is. He makes such cute noises when he talks. And he is just so loving.
Why Mario what did he do....
Joanne
i'm so sorry to hear about mario's state after all you all have been through. kitties can live with a heart murmur though.the only thing i know that can cause a heart murmur is too much fluids from an IV.that happened to a kitty i used to have. i would take one day at a time. it seems like when it rains, it pours sometimes. i dont know why some have to go through so much or pass sooner than another. i wish i could make sense of it. my heart is with you. i hope you and your kitties find strength in each other.my heart is with you all.
with love corina and her angels
QUOTE (openhearted87 @ Aug 25 2008, 09:37 PM)
i'm so sorry to hear about mario's state after all you all have been through. kitties can live with a heart murmur though.the only thing i know that can cause a heart murmur is too much fluids from an IV.that happened to a kitty i used to have. i would take one day at a time. it seems like when it rains, it pours sometimes. i dont know why some have to go through so much or pass sooner than another. i wish i could make sense of it. my heart is with you. i hope you and your kitties find strength in each other.my heart is with you all.
with love corina and her angels
with love corina and her angels
i'm sorry you are going through this. we are here for you through it all.your babies are adorable. i have a kitty who looks similar to your fluffy baby but he has no tail.
with love corina and her angels
Joanne,
I just found the group last week. I completely agree with out about the food. I had been feeding Science diet and Iams to my kitties and I kept losing really young kitties under 10 to kideny failures. I never heard of CRF until a year ago. My Dylan got very sick. I lost him to CRF with hypertion 04/26/08. Since 1995 i been losing kitties to CRF and didn't know therewas such a diase. I been to multiple vets they just told your cats got kidney disease and they are dying. CRF is not curable but it highly treatable if caught earlly.
I just assume everyone will have kidney issues and they all the same food spike with phos binder. I am sorry about you losing Rassy cat almost a year ago. He was blessed to have the opportunity of living a life of being loved and cherished . I switched all the kitties to Wellness brand as it has the corn in it. I think the corn was creating the kidney issues.
Blessings,
Michelle
I just found the group last week. I completely agree with out about the food. I had been feeding Science diet and Iams to my kitties and I kept losing really young kitties under 10 to kideny failures. I never heard of CRF until a year ago. My Dylan got very sick. I lost him to CRF with hypertion 04/26/08. Since 1995 i been losing kitties to CRF and didn't know therewas such a diase. I been to multiple vets they just told your cats got kidney disease and they are dying. CRF is not curable but it highly treatable if caught earlly.
I just assume everyone will have kidney issues and they all the same food spike with phos binder. I am sorry about you losing Rassy cat almost a year ago. He was blessed to have the opportunity of living a life of being loved and cherished . I switched all the kitties to Wellness brand as it has the corn in it. I think the corn was creating the kidney issues.
Blessings,
Michelle
Joanne,
I wholeheartedly agree about the vaccinations, I attribute a lot of BKs tremendous longevity to the fact that he has always been an inside cat, and because getting him to the vets was a tremendous effort for my very elderly mother he has almost never been vaccinated.
thinking of you kids during your move,
Dayna
I wholeheartedly agree about the vaccinations, I attribute a lot of BKs tremendous longevity to the fact that he has always been an inside cat, and because getting him to the vets was a tremendous effort for my very elderly mother he has almost never been vaccinated.
thinking of you kids during your move,
Dayna
I feel I've been very fortunate, in that, since BK. and I started this long battle with crf 2 years ago,our vet has never once raised the issue of vaccinations...Which tells me that he knows they are problematic, or at the very least unnecessary.
I so wish I could comfort you on the self-blame issue. We all struggle with that one...it's just an unavoidable down-side to being willing to be responsible for innocent life. But for me, and I believe that for you, the alternative is not an option.
Dayna
I so wish I could comfort you on the self-blame issue. We all struggle with that one...it's just an unavoidable down-side to being willing to be responsible for innocent life. But for me, and I believe that for you, the alternative is not an option.
Dayna
Hi Joanne,
I just wanted to check in and let you know I didn't forget about asking around about fatty liver tips. The one girl I asked didn't know anything in particular and the other was on vacation until last Tues. Her dog had just died that weekend, so things have been rough for her. However, she did bring me in a book of her's to look through by Dr. Goldstein (?) although she did say it is about 10 years old. She said it's a really good book though. I plan on looking at it tomorrow, so I will keep you posted if I find anything that might seem even remotely helpful (I think she said there are some recipes in there for home-made food, although don't quote me on that just yet.) Lily's bloodwork came back worse, so believe me, I am on the lookout for some good advice too and will share it promptly. Hugs and I hope you and your babies are hanging in there...
Sarah
I just wanted to check in and let you know I didn't forget about asking around about fatty liver tips. The one girl I asked didn't know anything in particular and the other was on vacation until last Tues. Her dog had just died that weekend, so things have been rough for her. However, she did bring me in a book of her's to look through by Dr. Goldstein (?) although she did say it is about 10 years old. She said it's a really good book though. I plan on looking at it tomorrow, so I will keep you posted if I find anything that might seem even remotely helpful (I think she said there are some recipes in there for home-made food, although don't quote me on that just yet.) Lily's bloodwork came back worse, so believe me, I am on the lookout for some good advice too and will share it promptly. Hugs and I hope you and your babies are hanging in there...
Sarah
This is a "lo-fi" version of our main content. To view the full version with more information, formatting and images, please click here.