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Farewell, Sweet Jack
Juls has recently posted about Jack and the problems he was having. For
those who may not know his story, it can be found he http://www.ect.org/dj/js-0.html I am posting for her now as she is grieving his tragic loss. Sunday night he went into a serious decline and was rushed to the E-clinic. There was nothing that could be done for him and he was euthanized. Juls was by his side until the very end and it was very peaceful. When Juls is feeling better, I'm sure she'll come here and go into more detail of what happened. What is important for each and everyone reading to know is that a long term antibiotic shot called Convenia is what ultimately caused his death. Please, if your vet ever offers this medication for your cat JUST SAY NO!!!! It has many serious side effects including, but not limited to, death, anemia, skin necrosis, facial edema, innappetance, etc. which aren't getting reported as often as they should. Although it says it is good for two weeks, it actually stays in the body for at least 65 days. If there is a reaction to this drug, YOU CANNOT TAKE IT BACK. It's still there in the body wreaking havoc until it wears off, or the cat dies (and many have.) After seeing what Jack went through, I cannot in good conscience put a cat at risk by using this stuff. Jack was a wonderful cat who had a special place in the hearts of many. I see him at the Rainbow Bridge, where Dmitri has welcomed him and Catharine is playing with them both. Farewell, sweet Jack. You are dearly loved and will stay in our memory always. Megan "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." -Edmund Burke Learn The TRUTH About Declawing http://www.stopdeclaw.com Zuzu's Cats Photo Album: http://www.PictureTrail.com/zuzu22 "Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his way." - W.H. Murray |
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Farewell, Sweet Jack
wrote in message ... Juls has recently posted about Jack and the problems he was having. For those who may not know his story, it can be found he http://www.ect.org/dj/js-0.html I am posting for her now as she is grieving his tragic loss. Sunday night he went into a serious decline and was rushed to the E-clinic. There was nothing that could be done for him and he was euthanized. Juls was by his side until the very end and it was very peaceful. When Juls is feeling better, I'm sure she'll come here and go into more detail of what happened. What is important for each and everyone reading to know is that a long term antibiotic shot called Convenia is what ultimately caused his death. Please, if your vet ever offers this medication for your cat JUST SAY NO!!!! It has many serious side effects including, but not limited to, death, anemia, skin necrosis, facial edema, innappetance, etc. which aren't getting reported as often as they should. Although it says it is good for two weeks, it actually stays in the body for at least 65 days. If there is a reaction to this drug, YOU CANNOT TAKE IT BACK. It's still there in the body wreaking havoc until it wears off, or the cat dies (and many have.) After seeing what Jack went through, I cannot in good conscience put a cat at risk by using this stuff. Jack was a wonderful cat who had a special place in the hearts of many. I see him at the Rainbow Bridge, where Dmitri has welcomed him and Catharine is playing with them both. Farewell, sweet Jack. You are dearly loved and will stay in our memory always. Megan Oh, no. I hoped Jack would pull through when I read Juls' message about Convenia, but I knew it didn't sound good. I had never heard of this medication until Juls wrote about it. This is tragic, and I hope Jack's death will serve as a reminder to all of us. I really think it is not a good idea to use anything that stays in the body for such an extended period of time, for the same reason as what you said--if there is a bad reaction, there is no way to get rid of it. MaryL |
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Farewell, Sweet Jack
Thanks for posting this, Megan.
I know everyone here has lost beloved pets, and can understand the heartbreak. People in this group worked so very hard to get Jack to a new home when he needed that desperately, and I will be forever grateful. He really was a special big boy, so sweet hearted, so kind, and a smirk that would melt anyone's heart. He loved me so unconditionally (and his cat brother Dmitri, who passed on in 2005, and tiny sister Jasmine, who lives on and is still looking for him). I was the lucky one to have known and loved sweet Jack. Every day the heartbreak mends just a tiny bit, and I know one day, I'll get through a day without the thought of "I can't believe he's gone," and the anger that this didn't have to happen. I will never, ever allow a long-acting drug to be used on a pet (or human that I love). And I would beg anyone I know...don't use Convenia. There are many vets who believe it has its place in animal medicine, and I understand the marketing concept: it's easy. I will be putting together a full article for Megan's website about Jack's story, and will post the link here when it's up. I remind others that I've started a Facebook page to share information about Convenia adverse reactions, and I plan to file a report with the FDA. I've already filed a report with Pfizer, the manufacturer. The woman at Pfizer who took the report tried to bluff me into believing there were no reports. She said Hmmmm, there are no clinical studies showing any of these reactions. That may work on someone who isn't familiar with how drug companies manipulate data and bull**** the FDA and the public, but I already had research in front of me, courtesy of Megan and friends. I said "maybe no clinical studies, but plenty of case reports online, among vets, and it's published in FOREIGN REPORTS, specifically Europe." Busted. Then she tried to cover by saying I hadn't given her enough time to mention those foreign reports. What BS. She had the time. I gave her the time, because I knew she wasn't going to be open about it. I know you all understand what I'm going through. It's the worst in the morning when I first wake up, because Jack would be right there, ready for breakfast, his sweet face almost always the first thing I saw when I opened my eyes. And in the evenings, when I'd sit down to relax and watch a little TV, he would stretch out on my lap, followed by Jasmine so I'd have a pile 'o cats. I know it gets better with time, and I'm really comforted by the image Megan created of Catharine playing with Dmitri and Jack. But I miss him like crazy. He was really a special guy. Juls On Jun 1, 7:21*am, "MaryL" -OUT-THE-LITTER wrote: wrote in message ... Juls has recently posted about Jack and the problems he was having. For those who may not know his story, it can be found he http://www.ect.org/dj/js-0.htmlI am posting for her now as she is grieving his tragic loss. Sunday night he went into a serious decline and was rushed to the *E-clinic. There was nothing that could be done for him and he was euthanized. Juls was by his side until the very end and it was very peaceful. When Juls is feeling better, I'm sure she'll come here and go into more detail of what happened. What is important for each and everyone reading to know is that a long term antibiotic shot called Convenia is what ultimately caused his death. Please, if your vet ever offers this medication for your cat JUST SAY NO!!!! It has many serious side effects including, but not limited to, death, anemia, skin necrosis, facial edema, innappetance, etc. which aren't getting reported as often as they should. Although it says it is good for two weeks, it actually stays in the body for at least 65 days. If there is a reaction to this drug, YOU CANNOT TAKE IT BACK. It's still there in the body wreaking havoc until it wears off, or the cat dies (and many have.) After seeing what Jack went through, I cannot in good conscience put a cat at risk by using this stuff. Jack was a wonderful cat who had a special place in *the hearts of many. I see him at the Rainbow Bridge, where Dmitri has welcomed him and Catharine is playing with them both. *Farewell, sweet Jack. You are dearly loved and will stay in our memory always. Megan Oh, no. *I hoped Jack would pull through when I read Juls' message about Convenia, but I knew it didn't sound good. *I had never heard of this medication until Juls wrote about it. *This is tragic, and I hope Jack's death will serve as a reminder to all of us. *I really think it is not a good idea to use anything that stays in the body for such an extended period of time, for the same reason as what you said--if there is a bad reaction, there is no way to get rid of it. MaryL |
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Farewell, Sweet Jack
jack's story is one of the stories that hooked me on rpca, i am so very
sorry, Lee "Juls" wrote in message ... Thanks for posting this, Megan. I know everyone here has lost beloved pets, and can understand the heartbreak. People in this group worked so very hard to get Jack to a new home when he needed that desperately, and I will be forever grateful. He really was a special big boy, so sweet hearted, so kind, and a smirk that would melt anyone's heart. He loved me so unconditionally (and his cat brother Dmitri, who passed on in 2005, and tiny sister Jasmine, who lives on and is still looking for him). I was the lucky one to have known and loved sweet Jack. Every day the heartbreak mends just a tiny bit, and I know one day, I'll get through a day without the thought of "I can't believe he's gone," and the anger that this didn't have to happen. I will never, ever allow a long-acting drug to be used on a pet (or human that I love). And I would beg anyone I know...don't use Convenia. There are many vets who believe it has its place in animal medicine, and I understand the marketing concept: it's easy. I will be putting together a full article for Megan's website about Jack's story, and will post the link here when it's up. I remind others that I've started a Facebook page to share information about Convenia adverse reactions, and I plan to file a report with the FDA. I've already filed a report with Pfizer, the manufacturer. The woman at Pfizer who took the report tried to bluff me into believing there were no reports. She said Hmmmm, there are no clinical studies showing any of these reactions. That may work on someone who isn't familiar with how drug companies manipulate data and bull**** the FDA and the public, but I already had research in front of me, courtesy of Megan and friends. I said "maybe no clinical studies, but plenty of case reports online, among vets, and it's published in FOREIGN REPORTS, specifically Europe." Busted. Then she tried to cover by saying I hadn't given her enough time to mention those foreign reports. What BS. She had the time. I gave her the time, because I knew she wasn't going to be open about it. I know you all understand what I'm going through. It's the worst in the morning when I first wake up, because Jack would be right there, ready for breakfast, his sweet face almost always the first thing I saw when I opened my eyes. And in the evenings, when I'd sit down to relax and watch a little TV, he would stretch out on my lap, followed by Jasmine so I'd have a pile 'o cats. I know it gets better with time, and I'm really comforted by the image Megan created of Catharine playing with Dmitri and Jack. But I miss him like crazy. He was really a special guy. Juls On Jun 1, 7:21 am, "MaryL" -OUT-THE-LITTER wrote: wrote in message ... Juls has recently posted about Jack and the problems he was having. For those who may not know his story, it can be found he http://www.ect.org/dj/js-0.htmlI am posting for her now as she is grieving his tragic loss. Sunday night he went into a serious decline and was rushed to the E-clinic. There was nothing that could be done for him and he was euthanized. Juls was by his side until the very end and it was very peaceful. When Juls is feeling better, I'm sure she'll come here and go into more detail of what happened. What is important for each and everyone reading to know is that a long term antibiotic shot called Convenia is what ultimately caused his death. Please, if your vet ever offers this medication for your cat JUST SAY NO!!!! It has many serious side effects including, but not limited to, death, anemia, skin necrosis, facial edema, innappetance, etc. which aren't getting reported as often as they should. Although it says it is good for two weeks, it actually stays in the body for at least 65 days. If there is a reaction to this drug, YOU CANNOT TAKE IT BACK. It's still there in the body wreaking havoc until it wears off, or the cat dies (and many have.) After seeing what Jack went through, I cannot in good conscience put a cat at risk by using this stuff. Jack was a wonderful cat who had a special place in the hearts of many. I see him at the Rainbow Bridge, where Dmitri has welcomed him and Catharine is playing with them both. Farewell, sweet Jack. You are dearly loved and will stay in our memory always. Megan Oh, no. I hoped Jack would pull through when I read Juls' message about Convenia, but I knew it didn't sound good. I had never heard of this medication until Juls wrote about it. This is tragic, and I hope Jack's death will serve as a reminder to all of us. I really think it is not a good idea to use anything that stays in the body for such an extended period of time, for the same reason as what you said--if there is a bad reaction, there is no way to get rid of it. MaryL |
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Farewell, Sweet Jack
This is really, really sad. He was very lucky to have you and to have found
a wonderful home and life with you and his little friends. Love, Barb |
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Farewell, Sweet Jack
On Jun 1, 1:35*am, wrote:
Juls has recently posted about Jack and the problems he was having. For those who may not know his story, it can be found hehttp://www.ect.org/dj/js-0.htmlI am posting for her now as she is grieving his tragic loss. Sunday night he went into a serious decline and was rushed to the *E-clinic. There was nothing that could be done for him and he was euthanized. Juls was by his side until the very end and it was very peaceful. When Juls is feeling better, I'm sure she'll come here and go into more detail of what happened. What is important for each and everyone reading to know is that a long term antibiotic shot called Convenia is what ultimately caused his death. Please, if your vet ever offers this medication for your cat JUST SAY NO!!!! It has many serious side effects including, but not limited to, death, anemia, skin necrosis, facial edema, innappetance, etc. which aren't getting reported as often as they should. Although it says it is good for two weeks, it actually stays in the body for at least 65 days. If there is a reaction to this drug, YOU CANNOT TAKE IT BACK. It's still there in the body wreaking havoc until it wears off, or the cat dies (and many have.) After seeing what Jack went through, I cannot in good conscience put a cat at risk by using this stuff. Jack was a wonderful cat who had a special place in *the hearts of many.. I see him at the Rainbow Bridge, where Dmitri has welcomed him and Catharine is playing with them both. *Farewell, sweet Jack. You are dearly loved and will stay in our memory always. Megan "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." -Edmund Burke Learn The TRUTH About Declawinghttp://www.stopdeclaw.com Zuzu's Cats Photo Album:http://www.PictureTrail.com/zuzu22 "Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his way." - W.H. Murray Having just said farewell to my darling Nina, I so understand your grief. I wish you and Juls all possible comfort and solace in view of Jack's loss. You made the kind, responsible choice that falls to all animal lovers when the cat or dog we know is in distress and can't recover. I know it's too soon now--for me, also. But when you can bear the prospect, find yourself a new cat friend. Jack can't be replaced, but he can have worthy successors. Hugs and purrs to you both. Melissa |
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Farewell, Sweet Jack
"Shiral" wrote in message ... On Jun 1, 1:35 am, wrote: Juls has recently posted about Jack and the problems he was having. For those who may not know his story, it can be found hehttp://www.ect.org/dj/js-0.htmlI am posting for her now as she is grieving his tragic loss. Sunday night he went into a serious decline and was rushed to the E-clinic. There was nothing that could be done for him and he was euthanized. Juls was by his side until the very end and it was very peaceful. When Juls is feeling better, I'm sure she'll come here and go into more detail of what happened. What is important for each and everyone reading to know is that a long term antibiotic shot called Convenia is what ultimately caused his death. Please, if your vet ever offers this medication for your cat JUST SAY NO!!!! It has many serious side effects including, but not limited to, death, anemia, skin necrosis, facial edema, innappetance, etc. which aren't getting reported as often as they should. Although it says it is good for two weeks, it actually stays in the body for at least 65 days. If there is a reaction to this drug, YOU CANNOT TAKE IT BACK. It's still there in the body wreaking havoc until it wears off, or the cat dies (and many have.) After seeing what Jack went through, I cannot in good conscience put a cat at risk by using this stuff. Jack was a wonderful cat who had a special place in the hearts of many. I see him at the Rainbow Bridge, where Dmitri has welcomed him and Catharine is playing with them both. Farewell, sweet Jack. You are dearly loved and will stay in our memory always. Megan "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." -Edmund Burke Learn The TRUTH About Declawinghttp://www.stopdeclaw.com Zuzu's Cats Photo Album:http://www.PictureTrail.com/zuzu22 "Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his way." - W.H. Murray Having just said farewell to my darling Nina, I so understand your grief. I wish you and Juls all possible comfort and solace in view of Jack's loss. You made the kind, responsible choice that falls to all animal lovers when the cat or dog we know is in distress and can't recover. I know it's too soon now--for me, also. But when you can bear the prospect, find yourself a new cat friend. Jack can't be replaced, but he can have worthy successors. Hugs and purrs to you both. Melissa Yes....Somewhere out there, in a cage at your local animal shelter perhaps, there is another Jack.....Waiting for you to come and take him home with you.......Hurry.....He can't wait much longer........ |
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Farewell, Sweet Jack
Jack will send us a cat when he finds someone who really needs a
break, and a happy, forever home. I suspect he and Dmitri are searching right now, from beyond the Rainbow Bridge. I wish I could take in a million billion cats. Juls On Jun 4, 10:37*pm, "Bill Graham" wrote: Having just said farewell to my darling Nina, I so understand your grief. *I wish you and Juls all possible comfort and solace in view of Jack's loss. *You made the kind, responsible choice that falls to all animal lovers when the cat or dog we know is in distress and can't recover. *I know it's too soon now--for me, also. *But when you can bear the prospect, find yourself a new cat friend. *Jack can't be replaced, but he can have worthy successors. Hugs and purrs to you both. Melissa Yes....Somewhere out there, in a cage at your local animal shelter perhaps, there is another Jack.....Waiting for you to come and take him home with you.......Hurry.....He can't wait much longer........ |
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Farewell, Sweet Jack
Am I correct you live in IL? if so and you are interested please email me
and put barbi in the subject line. Lee "Juls" wrote in message ... Jack will send us a cat when he finds someone who really needs a break, and a happy, forever home. I suspect he and Dmitri are searching right now, from beyond the Rainbow Bridge. I wish I could take in a million billion cats. Juls On Jun 4, 10:37 pm, "Bill Graham" wrote: Having just said farewell to my darling Nina, I so understand your grief. I wish you and Juls all possible comfort and solace in view of Jack's loss. You made the kind, responsible choice that falls to all animal lovers when the cat or dog we know is in distress and can't recover. I know it's too soon now--for me, also. But when you can bear the prospect, find yourself a new cat friend. Jack can't be replaced, but he can have worthy successors. Hugs and purrs to you both. Melissa Yes....Somewhere out there, in a cage at your local animal shelter perhaps, there is another Jack.....Waiting for you to come and take him home with you.......Hurry.....He can't wait much longer........ |
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Farewell, Sweet Jack
On Jun 3, 9:41*pm, Juls wrote:
Thanks for posting this, Megan. I know everyone here has lost beloved pets, and can understand the heartbreak. People in this group worked so very hard to get Jack to a new home when he needed that desperately, and I will be forever grateful. He really was a special big boy, so sweet hearted, so kind, and a smirk that would melt anyone's heart. He loved me so unconditionally (and his cat brother Dmitri, who passed on in 2005, and tiny sister Jasmine, who lives on and is still looking for him). I'm so sorry, Juls. I, of course, remember Jack and Katherine and the whole lovely story. My condolences. Candace |
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