Landmark Ragdolls BUYER BEWARE!!! Deaf kitten with ringworm sold for $500 Cumming Georgia

HI From Cindy Jones of Landmarkragdoll Cattery.  I am certainly not a cruel breeder - I am the only breeder on the internet with bad reviews from people who have never been to my home, never seen my kittens in person and never purchased a kitten either.  Internet selling has become another craigs list.

I am a reactionary professional breeder.  This cattery owner has had all adults tested for ringworm. Results negative.  Since this post kittens also were tested before rehome and they also tested negative.  

A yr later still wondering about who wrote this post. I did not sell them a kitten and they did not leave a name or telephone number.  If your going to post a negative review this information should be provided.  If they acquired one of my kittens they original buyer is in breach of contract in addition my kitten prices start at $800.00 in 2015  for a traditional ragdoll kitten.

About Ringworm:

One day a customer inquired about a kitten. I proudly told this woman that this woman my cats are PKD tested, PRA tested, FELv combo tested, and ringworm tested negative! This cattery is ringworm free. The customer honestly said to me this was no big deal that she had ringworm. I asked where she thinks she got it.  She replied HOSPITAL! She is recovering from surgery and has ringworm spots on her back. She applies cream and it is no big deal.  I explained to her my research and mentioned that oral treatment will do the trick.  I conclude that when a human immune system is weak the body can pick up ringworm from hospitals. This is why it is so important NOT to get a pet after surgery or visit my cattery! I had her sign a release that should the kitten get ringworm i was not liable.  She was happy to sign and thanked me.   She also got oral meds from her doctor and is now ringworm free.

 Cindy has been a breeder for 32 yrs with practical experience. Not much i have not seen. Ringworm is a fungus.  Spores float freely in the air.  Spores are on the  ground where we walk.

Ringworm is not a worm. Ringworm is a rash, a hairless spot or flake. Ringworm can cause loss of hair or not!  It is invisible. The healing process flakes.  Ringworm can be transferred from humans to pets or pet to human. Ringworm is seen in nursing homes, hospice hospitals, childrens schools, childrens nurseries and on pets. On horses fungus is called rainrot, on humans and pets it is called ringworm, on human feet it is called athletes foot and in other places it is called jock itch!   All seniors with poor immune systems are targets for ringworm. Your in and out of hospitals. It travels on your clothes and shoes. This is why catteries and kennels do not want the public walking around our pets.

Treating is easy if your vet prescribes a oral medication taken over a 6 week period. 7 days medicate 7 days off for 3 weeks.  I would personally would not lime dip or go crazy with bleach.  Scare tactics cause people to over react and spend your money on products that do not affectively do the job.  This products waste your time and money.   Lime dip is cheap way to treat but costly in the long run. You will not see immediate results.  Just do a oral treatment on pets affected. Remove pets not affected to another room.  Have pets tested after you have completed treatment. A ringworm test is very simple involves pulling a few strans of hair.   

 Prescriptions can be called into your local hospital pharmacy.  Stop the hysteria!  Go to your vet and get a prescription. Fix the problem right the first time! If you cannot afford to vet your pets perhaps you need to downsize. Never keep pets you cannot afford to properly care for.  Vets only treat symptoms but if you suspect ringworm have your vet look over your pet with a woods lamp.  Every professional pet breeder should own a woods lamp.

Here is a list of ringworm meds that treat the problem effectively! 

Econazole

Another topical antifungal prescription medication called econazole also treats ringworm. This medication is typically applied once or twice a day to the infected area for a period of two to four weeks. Serious side effects of econazole are rare, Drugs.com explains

Miconazole

Miconazole is another prescription medication applied directly to the skin to treat ringworm. This medication is also available in many forms, including creams, lotions, sprays and powders. People normally use miconazole once or twice a day for a period of two to four weeks. Serious side effects are not expected, Drugs.com says.

 

Oxiconazole

Oxiconazole is another topical antifungal prescription medication that treats ringworm. To use this medication, people typically apply the cream or lotion to the infected area once or twice a day for approximately two to four weeks. Serious side effects of oxiconazole are not expected, according to Drugs.com.

Terbinafine

Terbinafine is an oral prescription antifungal antibiotic. Certain people should avoid terbinafine, including those who have kidney disease, liver disease or an autoimmune disorder such as lupus or psoriasis. In addition, some people taking terbinafine developed severe liver damage that leads to a liver transplant or death, although it hasn't been determined whether this was caused by the medication or an undiagnosed medical condition that existed before taking terbinafine, Drugs.com explains. Common side effects of terbinafine include stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhea, headache, fatigue, cold symptoms, mild skin rash, itching, unpleasant taste in the mouth or decreased taste sensation.

Itraconazole - Cindy recommends for catteries.

Itraconazole is another oral antifungal antibiotic. It has the potential to interact negatively with many different medications, so people interested in using this medication should talk to a doctor about all their current medications before deciding if itraconazole is right for them. In addition, some people should avoid taking itraconazole if possible, including those with heart problems, circulation problems, history of stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), breathing disorders, kidney disease, liver disease, cystic fibrosis or a personal or family of the heart condition "long QT syndrome." Common side effects of itraconazole include diarrhea, constipation, mild stomach pain, mild itching or skin rash, headache, dizziness, runny nose or other cold symptoms.

Fluconazole

Fluconazole is an oral antifungal antibiotic. Like itraconazole, it has the potential to interact negatively with many different medications, so check with a doctor before using this medication. People with a history of kidney disease, liver disease, heart rhythm disorder or a personal or family history of "long QT syndrome" should also talk to a doctor before deciding if this medication is right for them. Common side effects of fulconazole include mild nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or upset stomach, headache, dizziness, an unusual taste in the mouth, skin rash or itching.

Ketoconazole

Ketoconazole is an oral antifungal antibiotic. People with a history of decreased stomach acid (achlorhydria), kidney disease, liver disease, heart rhythm disorder or a personal or family history of "long QT syndrome" should also talk to a doctor before using this medication. Common side effects of ketoconazole include mild nausea, vomiting or stomach pain, mild itching or skin rash, headache, dizziness, breast swelling, or impotence or loss of interest in sex.