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Jack's special story
I don't see any of the familiar names here, but in case anyone is
lurking - and for those who don't know this bittersweet story - here is how Jack came to be my special big boy. http://www.ect.org/dj/ His owner was dying of breast cancer, lived in Seattle, and wanted to find Jack a home. I lived near St. Louis, and decided I would adopt him. I had a cat who had been kind of lonely since Sharik, my golden retriever/wolf/mutt mix had died, and had been thinking of getting another cat. The people of this newsgroup came together, led by my friend I met right here in the group (and she'll be a friend forever), and made it happen. Jack and Dmitri had something very special. I've always felt Jack belongs to this newsgroup. Without the people here, who knows what might have happened. I'm just glad to know him and love him. Juls |
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"Juls xx" wrote in message ... I don't see any of the familiar names here, but in case anyone is lurking - and for those who don't know this bittersweet story - here is how Jack came to be my special big boy. http://www.ect.org/dj/ His owner was dying of breast cancer, lived in Seattle, and wanted to find Jack a home. I lived near St. Louis, and decided I would adopt him. I had a cat who had been kind of lonely since Sharik, my golden retriever/wolf/mutt mix had died, and had been thinking of getting another cat. The people of this newsgroup came together, led by my friend I met right here in the group (and she'll be a friend forever), and made it happen. Jack and Dmitri had something very special. I've always felt Jack belongs to this newsgroup. Without the people here, who knows what might have happened. I'm just glad to know him and love him. Juls I remember all that. I remember when Dimitri died and Jack went into a deep depression. I remember the picture of Jack nuzzling Dimitri with a look of absolute adoration on his face. Sometimes they bond with each other so very tightly. I am glad to hear Jack is on the mend. Paul |
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On Apr 9, 4:47*am, "Paul M. Cook" wrote:
"Juls xx" wrote in message ... I don't see any of the familiar names here, but in case anyone is lurking - and for those who don't know this bittersweet story - here is how Jack came to be my special big boy. http://www.ect.org/dj/ His owner was dying of breast cancer, lived in Seattle, and wanted to find Jack a home. I lived near St. Louis, and decided I would adopt him. I had a cat who had been kind of lonely since Sharik, my golden retriever/wolf/mutt mix had died, and had been thinking of getting another cat. The people of this newsgroup came together, led by my friend I met right here in the group (and she'll be a friend forever), and made it happen. Jack and Dmitri had something very special. I've always felt Jack belongs to this newsgroup. Without the people here, who knows what might have happened. I'm just glad to know him and love him. Juls I remember all that. *I remember when Dimitri died and Jack went into a deep depression. *I remember the picture of Jack nuzzling Dimitri with a look of absolute adoration on his face. *Sometimes they bond with each other so very tightly. I am glad to hear Jack is on the mend. Paul Thank you so much. He actually woke me up this morning, ready for some breakfast. I'm dreading the extractions just because it will mean more pain (the money sucks, yes, but I'll always find a way, and to be honest, my mom said "He's family...I always help family."). |
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"Juls xx" wrote in message ... On Apr 9, 4:47 am, "Paul M. Cook" wrote: "Juls xx" wrote in message ... I don't see any of the familiar names here, but in case anyone is lurking - and for those who don't know this bittersweet story - here is how Jack came to be my special big boy. http://www.ect.org/dj/ His owner was dying of breast cancer, lived in Seattle, and wanted to find Jack a home. I lived near St. Louis, and decided I would adopt him. I had a cat who had been kind of lonely since Sharik, my golden retriever/wolf/mutt mix had died, and had been thinking of getting another cat. The people of this newsgroup came together, led by my friend I met right here in the group (and she'll be a friend forever), and made it happen. Jack and Dmitri had something very special. I've always felt Jack belongs to this newsgroup. Without the people here, who knows what might have happened. I'm just glad to know him and love him. Juls I remember all that. I remember when Dimitri died and Jack went into a deep depression. I remember the picture of Jack nuzzling Dimitri with a look of absolute adoration on his face. Sometimes they bond with each other so very tightly. I am glad to hear Jack is on the mend. Paul Thank you so much. He actually woke me up this morning, ready for some breakfast. I'm dreading the extractions just because it will mean more pain (the money sucks, yes, but I'll always find a way, and to be honest, my mom said "He's family...I always help family."). Just wondering, is there any chance you could put him on a regime of immune boosting supplements before committing to the teeth extraction? If it would do him no harm, that is what I would do if he were my cat. Certainly you don't want to allow the condition to progress but if it is safe to experiment maybe it's worth a shot? I'd chat it over with the vet. Jack seems to me to be a very sensitive cat in many ways. I've heard good things have been achieved with accupuncture for a wide range of issues including immune system disorders. Also, the Tellington Touch technique has been known to sooth sensitive animals and calm them down. Chronic stress will weaken any animals immune system. I would focus on his immune system health as part of any long term plan. Paul |
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"Juls xx" wrote and to be honest, my mom said "He's family...I always help family."). Your mom is my kind of mom. Literally. My mother was like this too. |
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On Apr 9, 1:54*pm, "Paul M. Cook" wrote:
"Juls xx" wrote in message ... On Apr 9, 4:47 am, "Paul M. Cook" wrote: "Juls xx" wrote in message ... I don't see any of the familiar names here, but in case anyone is lurking - and for those who don't know this bittersweet story - here is how Jack came to be my special big boy. http://www.ect.org/dj/ His owner was dying of breast cancer, lived in Seattle, and wanted to find Jack a home. I lived near St. Louis, and decided I would adopt him. I had a cat who had been kind of lonely since Sharik, my golden retriever/wolf/mutt mix had died, and had been thinking of getting another cat. The people of this newsgroup came together, led by my friend I met right here in the group (and she'll be a friend forever), and made it happen. Jack and Dmitri had something very special. I've always felt Jack belongs to this newsgroup. Without the people here, who knows what might have happened. I'm just glad to know him and love him. Juls I remember all that. I remember when Dimitri died and Jack went into a deep depression. I remember the picture of Jack nuzzling Dimitri with a look of absolute adoration on his face. Sometimes they bond with each other so very tightly. I am glad to hear Jack is on the mend. Paul Thank you so much. He actually woke me up this morning, ready for some breakfast. I'm dreading the extractions just because it will mean more pain (the money sucks, yes, but I'll always find a way, and to be honest, my mom said "He's family...I always help family."). Just wondering, is there any chance you could put him on a regime of immune boosting supplements before committing to the teeth extraction? *If it would do him no harm, that is what I would do if he were my cat. *Certainly you don't want to allow the condition to progress but if it is safe to experiment maybe it's worth a shot? *I'd chat it over with the vet. Jack seems to me to be a very sensitive cat in many ways. *I've heard good things have been achieved with accupuncture for a wide range of issues including immune system disorders. *Also, the Tellington Touch technique has been known to sooth sensitive animals and calm them down. *Chronic stress will weaken any animals immune system. *I would focus on his immune system health as part of any long term plan. Paul Yes I could....I was talking with my cousin, whose cat has done so well on one of these Standard Process whole food supplements, and there's an immune booster I may try. I wouldn't be opposed to learning more about other techniques as well. |
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"Juls xx" wrote
been known to sooth sensitive animals and calm them down. Chronic stress will weaken any animals immune system. I would focus on his immune system health as part of any long term plan. Yes I could....I was talking with my cousin, whose cat has done so well on one of these Standard Process whole food supplements, and there's an immune booster I may try. I wouldn't be opposed to learning more about other techniques as well. I have nothing specific to the condition but have had elderly cats who were largely toothless. One thing I do is feed pets broth (cats especially though Dogs like it as well). I bake a chicken and save the bones then put it all in the crockpot (no salt added) and make a batch. This helps hydrate the cat and is provided in addition to water in another bowl. Small amounts fed so it doesn't spoil. Cats generally love this at about 2-3TB amounts. I make beef and pork bone versions too. What it does is add water, calcium, and natural glucosamine to the diet. Not many calories but every little bit can help. Specifics: I seldom defat it when it's for the pets because the fat added is a benefit for them. I don't however leave more than a little floating fat for the cats as they oddly don't like that sometimes (varies with cat). I keep it in the fridge then just warm to about room temp with the microwave and set it out. My dog gets about 1/2 cup at noonish, cat gets 3 TB. I've not had a cat yet develop kidney or any other issues related to not drinking enough since I started this. It won't help any immunodeficiency issues but may help bolster things. Time spent on my end: about 5 mins to load bones in the crockpot, water, then about 5 on the other end to pour off the broth and put it in the fridge with some in the freezer since I generally make 1 gallon at a time. Some gets saved and salted for our own use with spices added. |
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"Juls xx" wrote in message ... On Apr 9, 1:54 pm, "Paul M. Cook" wrote: "Juls xx" wrote in message ... On Apr 9, 4:47 am, "Paul M. Cook" wrote: "Juls xx" wrote in message ... I don't see any of the familiar names here, but in case anyone is lurking - and for those who don't know this bittersweet story - here is how Jack came to be my special big boy. http://www.ect.org/dj/ His owner was dying of breast cancer, lived in Seattle, and wanted to find Jack a home. I lived near St. Louis, and decided I would adopt him. I had a cat who had been kind of lonely since Sharik, my golden retriever/wolf/mutt mix had died, and had been thinking of getting another cat. The people of this newsgroup came together, led by my friend I met right here in the group (and she'll be a friend forever), and made it happen. Jack and Dmitri had something very special. I've always felt Jack belongs to this newsgroup. Without the people here, who knows what might have happened. I'm just glad to know him and love him. Juls I remember all that. I remember when Dimitri died and Jack went into a deep depression. I remember the picture of Jack nuzzling Dimitri with a look of absolute adoration on his face. Sometimes they bond with each other so very tightly. I am glad to hear Jack is on the mend. Paul Thank you so much. He actually woke me up this morning, ready for some breakfast. I'm dreading the extractions just because it will mean more pain (the money sucks, yes, but I'll always find a way, and to be honest, my mom said "He's family...I always help family."). Just wondering, is there any chance you could put him on a regime of immune boosting supplements before committing to the teeth extraction? If it would do him no harm, that is what I would do if he were my cat. Certainly you don't want to allow the condition to progress but if it is safe to experiment maybe it's worth a shot? I'd chat it over with the vet. Jack seems to me to be a very sensitive cat in many ways. I've heard good things have been achieved with accupuncture for a wide range of issues including immune system disorders. Also, the Tellington Touch technique has been known to sooth sensitive animals and calm them down. Chronic stress will weaken any animals immune system. I would focus on his immune system health as part of any long term plan. Paul Yes I could....I was talking with my cousin, whose cat has done so well on one of these Standard Process whole food supplements, and there's an immune booster I may try. I wouldn't be opposed to learning more about other techniques as well. Probably the easiest thing to do is to start with Omega-3. Get a great big old bottle of Omega-3 fatty acid in the gel caps. Just cut one open and add it to his food. He'll never guess its medicine. And his coat will look fabbo, too. Paul |
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Jack's special story
I remember Jack's and Dmitri's story and loved it. Glad Jack is on the
mend. Barb |
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Juls xx wrote:
I don't see any of the familiar names here, but in case anyone is lurking - and for those who don't know this bittersweet story - here is how Jack came to be my special big boy. http://www.ect.org/dj/ His owner was dying of breast cancer, lived in Seattle, and wanted to find Jack a home. I lived near St. Louis, and decided I would adopt him. I had a cat who had been kind of lonely since Sharik, my golden retriever/wolf/mutt mix had died, and had been thinking of getting another cat. The people of this newsgroup came together, led by my friend I met right here in the group (and she'll be a friend forever), and made it happen. Jack and Dmitri had something very special. I've always felt Jack belongs to this newsgroup. Without the people here, who knows what might have happened. I'm just glad to know him and love him. Juls Cool! I remember that! -- Jean B. |
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