Guest guest Posted November 4, 2010 Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 I dont want anyone to jump on me telling me NOT to bring our cats.. Ive heard all the warnings, etc.. This is YES about my daughter and a chance I am willing to take. She is extremely attached to her cats, more so than I knew and has been devastasted that we moved away from them and the thought of losing them. This is NOT something she will get over soon or lightly. This runs deep. So.. I need advice on how to keep them. I have already drawn the line.. not in the house.. I am not sure this is good even if they carry no mold spores because of dander and my breathing issues. Outside.. we can have them washed I hope at vet.. they will be outside. We have to transport them on a 10-12 hour drive as well. I was thinking about insulated cedar housing but now am wondering about cheaper options that are also still mold resistant that we can ditch after a while in case they are contaminated until all their fur is replaced.. is this =going to far.. even if fur replaced, it will not all replace at once and they will be expoxed to any spores left in their coats as the shedding process continues on.. so whats the point? Something easy to wash down? How to address spores in fur besides an initial washing? Dust and potential dust mites as well? I was very effected by the dust in our house.. Any and all help will be appreciated.. any angles I have not thought to address.. ?? Thank you! Robin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2010 Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 outside is good, being a farm girl,I think thats where they belong anyway, cats and dogs. cats dont ride well,they well have to be in a cage. if they are going to be outside I wouldn't worry much about cleaning them. if you dont want them tearing up the screens trying to get in you might want to consider a pen with a large dog house where the dog and cats can live, they well surely keep each other warm in the winter. a well insulated dog house well help. > > I dont want anyone to jump on me telling me NOT to bring our cats.. Ive heard all the warnings, etc.. > > This is YES about my daughter and a chance I am willing to take. She is extremely attached to her cats, more so than I knew and has been devastasted that we moved away from them and the thought of losing them. This is NOT something she will get over soon or lightly. This runs deep. > > So.. I need advice on how to keep them. > > I have already drawn the line.. not in the house.. I am not sure this is good even if they carry no mold spores because of dander and my breathing issues. > > Outside.. we can have them washed I hope at vet.. they will be outside. > > We have to transport them on a 10-12 hour drive as well. > > I was thinking about insulated cedar housing but now am wondering about cheaper options that are also still mold resistant that we can ditch after a while in case they are contaminated until all their fur is replaced.. is this =going to far.. even if fur replaced, it will not all replace at once and they will be expoxed to any spores left in their coats as the shedding process continues on.. so whats the point? > > Something easy to wash down? > > How to address spores in fur besides an initial washing? Dust and potential dust mites as well? I was very effected by the dust in our house.. > > Any and all help will be appreciated.. any angles I have not thought to address.. ?? > > Thank you! > > Robin > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2010 Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hi, I would not use cedar as it is a natural pesticide, odor is strong and you would probably not be well with it during the trip. I took my peeks and do not have a problem with them as long as we keep them clean.   * Shampoo - Choose a safe cat shampoo, especially if you use one that is medicated. If you must bathe the cat in a hurry, and you don't have a cat shampoo, the only alternative is tearless baby shampoo. Regular shampoos for people are usually too harsh for feline skin and may cause irritation. If you need to use medicated shampoos, such as anti-flea solutions, make sure that they are cat-specific. Dog shampoos can be toxic and even deadly to cats! * Towel - It should be dry and fluffy. You can warm it slightly before bath time, but make sure it's not too hot! * A soft washcloth - You will need it for cleaning the cat's face. * A couple of cotton balls - These will go into the cat's ears. In the holistic pet world the use of GSE began with cat and dog owners using it to disinfect and remove the bacteria from raw meat (i.e., poultry and fish). Shortly thereafter it became popular for bird owners to use it to keep sprouted seeds from developing bacteria and fungi. Naturally, it must be used in appropriate amounts to be effective for these purposes. GSE can also be used as an internal medicine, but must be used very carefully for the appropriate health conditions and in the correct dosage. for skin fungi or bacterial diseases of the skin: Mix 30 to 50 drops of GSE liquid extract in a quart of water, and spray on the infected area. This same dilution can be used as a general antiseptic for cages, stalls, or any other contact areas. No need to rinse or remove residue of GSE. It can also be mixed into virtually any topical preparation, like shampoo, flea-dip, cat litter, bedding, etc. http://knol.google.com/k/gse-grapefruit-seed-extract#GSE_Uses I would personally use this solution quantatity on the pet below: .           Pets and Livestock - Add to all pet products for enhanced action according to dilutions given above. Make a pet spray by adding 16 drops to 16 ounces of water and spray. http://www.uncleharrys.com/infobase/product/grapefruitseedextract.php You can also add some drops to the shampoo. God Bless !! dragonflymcs Mayleen ________________________________ From: listspub <listspub@...> Sent: Thu, November 4, 2010 4:15:28 AM Subject: [] Cats Have to Come...  I dont want anyone to jump on me telling me NOT to bring our cats.. Ive heard all the warnings, etc.. This is YES about my daughter and a chance I am willing to take. She is extremely attached to her cats, more so than I knew and has been devastasted that we moved away from them and the thought of losing them. This is NOT something she will get over soon or lightly. This runs deep. So.. I need advice on how to keep them. I have already drawn the line.. not in the house.. I am not sure this is good even if they carry no mold spores because of dander and my breathing issues. Outside.. we can have them washed I hope at vet.. they will be outside. We have to transport them on a 10-12 hour drive as well. I was thinking about insulated cedar housing but now am wondering about cheaper options that are also still mold resistant that we can ditch after a while in case they are contaminated until all their fur is replaced.. is this =going to far.. even if fur replaced, it will not all replace at once and they will be expoxed to any spores left in their coats as the shedding process continues on.. so whats the point? Something easy to wash down? How to address spores in fur besides an initial washing? Dust and potential dust mites as well? I was very effected by the dust in our house.. Any and all help will be appreciated.. any angles I have not thought to address.. ?? Thank you! Robin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2010 Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 Cedar's aromatic scent can harm animals liver and respiratory system and other organs. I heard about this years back when I read about cedar and pine bad for use with bunnies. I had multiple animals back during my remediation and I didn't do anything with their fur. I'm not sure what all your whole story is but I just let all the animals shed and brushed them and HEPA Vaced the house over and over and over and had/have HEPA air purifiers. And I'm allergic to animal dander and mold and of course the mycotoxins poision. I had no thought of not keeping my animals and still have some of them today and some others have gone to the Rainbow Bridge(passed on). > > Hi, > > I would not use cedar as it is a natural pesticide, odor is strong an Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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