Dear Chris, Donna, Dr. Peterson, and all of my friends at Hypurrcat,

Thank you so much for taking such good care of me these last three weeks. My mom and I really appreciate how wonderful you've been to both of us!

We love you all,

"Cooper" Radley

PS:  And thanks to Chris Cooper, I finally have a name (remember, my mom just adopted me a short time ago from the pound).

May 18, 2007

Hi Donna & Chris,

Just wanted to drop you a quick email to thank you both for all the TLC you gave me and my family during my recent stay at your condominium community. You made me feel right at home. Dr. Peterson is real lucky to have you both on his staff.

I'm doing great. Still eating, drinking, pooping and peeing. I got lots of new toys and a brand new scratching post and bed. Sure pays to be away for awhile.

It's really a "rat" race out here. I've been so busy reconditioning my family to the way I like things done. They're slowly remembering.

Well gotta go now. Time to eat and then a nice long siesta.

Love ya,
Scooch McAndris
Web Cam # 9

May 9, 2007

Dear Dr. Peterson, Chris, Donna, and Hypurrcat staff,

Thank you so much for taking care of Pip Squeak (Itty).  She's is like a totally different cat already. I was so pleased with your care and concern for my animal; it made me feel so secure with leaving him.  You guys were so awesome and you deserve all the credit in the world.

Thank you!
Antoinette Clemente

April 30, 2007

Dear Dr. Peterson,

I’m writing to thank you so very much for your treatment of my cat, Lois. I have been gifted with this miracle of Lois' return to normal.

 Do you know the song made popular by Cher?.... "If I could turn back  time...."  Well, you did; you have given me the Lois I had before she  became hyperthyroid.

Much appreciation,
Charlotte Zaslaw

April 4, 2007

Hi Everyone at Hypurrcat!

It's nice to have our little man, Fritz, home again.  Thanks for taking such good care of him -- to Dr. Peterson, obviously, but also to Chris Cooper for all his phone calls and patience when answering our millions of questions with such compassion.  You both made a very unpleasant ordeal much less painful!

Thanks again,
Carl and Mimi Boe, and Fritz

April 3, 2007

Dear Dr. Peterson and Christopher Cooper,

Thank you so much for taking care of my little Misty.  I was heartbroken leaving her, but I knew she was in the best hands.

You certainly have customer service down pat.

Your patient and customer,
Misty, Barbara, and Richard Gaughan

February 22, 2007

Dear Dr. Mark Peterson, Chris DeMarco, Donna Ortiz, Chris Cooper, Laurie Lombardi, and Staff,

Thank you so much for your kindnesses to Max and "me" during his stay. Max has been home for over a month and we have gone through the "precaution period" and everything seems okay!

Special thanks to Chris Cooper, who kept me informed of Maxie’s daily trials and tribulations, as, well as his own, in dealing with Max." Not to mention, Donna and Laurie, who once Max got "the OK", could and would play with him. I truly appreciate you making him feel "at home" not so far from home...

Personally, not ever being separated from Max, since I found him abandoned 16 years ago, it was really hard to let him go. Hypurrcat and "its people" made it so much more reassuring and comforting in letting him go.

God bless technology and "your use of it to keep "me" connected (THE WEB CAM)!

Sincere thanks for the "such good care you guys and gals at Hypurrcat took of my Maxie. We are so happy to have him home (MIlo and Millie, the other cats), as well as the rest of the family (humans).

Thank you, again,
Barb Merry

February 21, 2007

Dear Chris Demarco and Dr. Peterson,

I just wanted to thank you for all your help! You were so kind and understanding and I really appreciate your time and advice. I’m so relieve to know that Midge is finally okay, after so many years of worry.

Thanks again. Take care,
Heather McHugh

March 8, 2007

Dear Dr. Peterson,

Thank you, thank you, thank you!  A friend tells me that you must have given me the wrong cat to take home, because that this can't possibly be the Mimi she has known for years.

What a difference your treatment has made in her life -- and mine, too.  She is calm, content to sprawl in front of the fire, and welcomes petting from strangers, responding with purrs. In short, she is a happy cat for the first time in her life.  Her over-grooming, a trait she has always had (which I always attributed to stress), has ceased almost entirely.

Again, thank you, Chris, Donna, and all of your wonderful people that work at Hypurrcat!

Sincerely,
Maria Collins

February 14, 2007

Dear Dr. Peterson,

I’m writing to thank you for the treatment you provided for my hyperthyroid cat Mimi. My other cat Tori loved your website -- and watched the two silhouette cats on the left move and wander in and out of view. If Mimi moved, she might look or paw in her direction, but didn't have a clue it was her.

I am certain you have many photos of cats at your site and after their treatment, but I thought you might enjoy seeing these of a cat enjoying your website.

Thank your for treating Mimi and making her a calmer and healthier cat.  She certainly had luxurious accommodations and was treated very, very well, not to mention being cured of her hyperthyroidism.

Sincerely,
Maria Collins

January 31, 2007

Dear Dr. Peterson, Christopher Cooper, and Donna Ortiz,

Thank you all much for the excellent care you provided to Macky and his mom and dad!  We'll forever be grateful.

May we all, and especially our cats, live long, healthy lives!

Best regards,
Barbra and Joe Kagan

January 1, 2007

Dear Dr. Peterson and the Hypurrcat staff,

Thank you, thank you!  You’re all amazing!  Thank you for everything you've done for my cat, Joplin.

All the best,
Anne Scobie

January 1, 2007

Dear Dr. Peterson and the Staff at Hypurrcat,

Tristan and I would like to thank you were taking such good care of him during his stay at Hypurrcat.  Although he may come across as a bit hostile, he truly appreciates the care, patience, dedication, and humor you showed him in making his stay as comfortable as possible.

He is now looking forward to getting back to a healthy, vibrant lifestyle in his own domain.

We wish you all the best for a Happy and Wonderful New Year!

Sincerely,
Maria and Tristan Calabro

December 27, 2006

Dear Chris and Dr. Peterson,

We hope you both in a very happy holiday.

I wanted to let you know how excited we were to see Boots on our return from Puerto Rico on December 21st.  He was just great, and he and Rocky are behaving as though they were never apart.  Thank you and Chris DeMarco for arranging his return home.

Ed and I want to thank all of you for all your attention to Boots.  The Hypurrcat procedure minimized what I feared to be at terribly traumatic experience for both Boots and myself.  The ability to see him via the Web cam, in addition to your frequent phone calls and e-mails, were extremely comforting.

Chris DeMarco called on Saturday with his results, and as you may know, Boots is no longer hyperthyroid.  We will have him rechecked in 3 months as suggested.

We wish you all great happiness in the New Year.  Thank you so much for your caring.

Best regards,
Connie and Ed Nyitray

December 14, 2006

Dear Chris and Dr. Peterson,

Thanks for taking such good of our Slim during his stay with you at Hypurrcat.  We wish you both the best of health and happiness for 2007.

Sincerely,
Leah Littlefield and Thomas Huber

September 19, 2006

Hi Chris and Dr. Peterson,

All is well with Scarlet.  The little lady is happy to be home and has settled in very quickly.  She obviously had wonderful care, and we are so very thankful to all of you.  Your phone calls were bright spot night day.  We both learned a lot, and we both just felt so at peace with Scarlet’s situation.

We will keep you updated in the days ahead.  Thanks again.

Sincerely,
Bob and Mary Roverse and Wee Scarlett

September 8, 2006

Dear Chris De Marco and Dr. Peterson,

Thank you so much for giving my cat Rama so much love and care during her stay with you!  I really appreciate the daily phone calls and all you have done to make the absence a little easier for me - and her. 

Thank your for treating her and tolerating her moodiness. I have attached a photo of the stinker.

Keep up the wonderful work you do!
Rosemarie Bernardo and Rama

August 18, 2006

Dear Dr. Mark and staff, 

I would like to thank you for the kind treatment you and your staff gave to "Joonie".  We felt so in touch with her thru the video.  I had my doubts of her being away for so long, but I ended feeling very comfortable with your loving staff, especially Chris. What  a terrific human being Chris is, and what a comforting liaison for all cats. 

Joonie is doing just fine, and she looks absolutely like a 5-year old cat, her hair on her face has completely grown in, so she looks really beautiful again.

Again many thanks,
Joonie's mom, Mrs. Natasha Lazor

July 25, 2006

Dear Chris DeMarco and Dr. Peterson,

Thank you so very much for the wonderful care you have given Mommy. You've added comfort and quality to her stay at Hypurrcat. She is doing much better at home.

Sincerely,
Minerva Frucht

July 15, 2006

Dear Dr. Peterson and Chris,

Theodore is doing extremely well. He has clearly gained weight.  He now sleeps like a normal person (my son says, "you do know he isn't a person ?") Theodore is doing so well and is so happy. 

I just wanted to let you know how well he is and how happy he is and how much I appreciate the care you gave him.  I put him on a halter/lease on the porch and sat with
him when he was still "hot" and he was a very happy kitty. 

Thank you again.  And his sister is also happy to have him back and thanks you.

Sincerely,
Theodore's primary caregiver. Angelo Pinto

June 15, 2006

Dear Chris DeMarco,

First, I like to thank you and Dr. Peterson for taking such good care of Juliet.  When she was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, I felt terrible for her, and even 5 days of the medication began to have an effect on her personality.  I asked for a miracle and my boney cat become one!

She is doing so well now.  I know she has gained some weight because her back doesn't feel boney and bumpy anymore.

Thank you again,
Hadley Allen

June 3, 2006

Dear Dr. Peterson,

Just wanted to say thank you for taking such good care of Ginger for us. Everyone loved the web cam - Ginger really had his fifteen minutes of fame, and then some!

And I appreciated Chris Cooper's calls - what a wonderful team you have!

Many thanks and all the best to you,
Jane Curley

June 1, 2006

Dear Everyone at Hypurrcat,

Thank you for taking care of our baby!  Your love and care truly made a difference! We are happy she is now in good health. Thank you again.

Love,
Everette, Vanessa, Rizzo, and Carmine “Meow, Meow”

PS: We hope you like the pictures of Rizzo and Carmine!

May 10, 2006

Dear Dr. Peterson,

I just wanted to say thank you for helping me get Skee feeling better, and curing his thyroid disease.  He has gained some weight already, it is becoming quite bigger and heavier.

Again, thank you for your help.

Sincerely,
June Barriere

May 12, 2006

Dear Dr. Peterson,

First, thank you, Donna, and Chris.  Thank you all for taking care of Sam.

When I got him home yesterday, he was energetic and hungry.  He is eating California Natural, sent over by Pet Bowl, in the chicken and brown rice flavor.  He is also eating the Eukanuba I got from Dr. Campbell.  He is keeping all the food down, with no vomiting.  His coat looks much better, but of course he is still too thin.

Thanks again,
Patricia Power

April 12, 2006

Dear Donna and Dr. Peterson,

As you can see from her photo, Maxi's very happy to be home and she's back to her old lovable self! By the way, I brought her in to see Chris DeMarco for a blood test last week, and everything came back right on target!!! Her T4 was completely normal at 1.8 !!!

The best news of all was that Chris told me that Maxi was a "pussy cat and so sweet" while they drew her blood. I guess Chris and I were preparing for the worst, and Maxi forgot all about her trauma, and was a stellar patient. Please share the photos with Chris Cooper so he can see the softer side of Maxi that was hidden away during her treatment. Thanks again to you, Chris Cooper and Dr. Peterson for all that you have done for Maxi and me!!

Sincerely,
Gayle Locker

April 10, 2006

Dear Dr. Peterson,

I want to thank you in your staff, especially Chris Cooper and Lori Lombardi, for treating my cat Dotty at Hypurrcat last September and making her better. 

I just had blood work done for a teeth cleaning, Her thyroid hormone (T4) is now 1.9, well within the normal range!  She has put back a reasonable amount of weight, and she's even friendlier now!

Thanks again,
Evelyn Tapanie-Rosenthal

March 1, 2006 

Dear Dr. Peterson, Chris Cooper, and Christina DeMarco,

I just want to say thank you for all that you did for Casey during her treatment. I'm sure her care and attention to her was superb because when I brought her home she was not in the least bit confused or upset.  Her wild meowing has stopped, she has gained weight, her coat is nice and full, and she seems to be quite content.

I had my doubts there for awhile prior to bringing her to Hypurrcat for treatment, but thanks to all of you, her sister Cali will have Casey with her to celebrate their 17th birthday together. I can't thank you enough for all the devoted care and attention she received, so I will once again say THANK YOU so very much!!!! 

Regards,
Cheryl Benanti

PS: I'm also sending you a picture of Casey.  Also, thanks so very much again, for "giving us back" our Casey.  

February 25, 2006

Dear Donna and Dr. Peterson,

Thank you for being Gatzby’s favorite girlfriend!! We love you and hope that you will come and see us!

Hugs for now,
Gatby and Mom (Norma Updyke)

January 26, 2006

 To Donna and Chris (and Dr. Peterson),

Thanks for my wonderful stay at Spa Hypurrcat. I’m getting fat and sassy again, and definitely more demanding of my family now that I know how a cat should be treated!

You guys are the best.

With love and purrs,
Isabella (owned by Andrea Heron and Harvey Eisen)

January 24, 2006

Dear Donna Ortiz and Chris Cooper,

Thank you so much for all that you have done for Maxi. Although she was a tough customer, I know you tried to make her stay as comfortable as possible.

She arrived home this morning and has been more lovable than ever!! She has not stopped purring and meowing since she got home.  I guess she missed me as much as I missed her!

Thanks again for putting up with us!
Sincerely,Gayle Locker

November 18, 2005

I just wanted to say thanks to Chris Cooper, Chris DeMarco and of course Dr. Peterson for curing my cat, Mr. B, of his hyperthyroid condition.

Thanks also for taking supremely good care of him at your Hypurrcat facility. It was of course traumatic for Mr. B to be away from home, but I know that Chris Cooper in particular went to great lengths to make him feel comfortable and Chris certainly knows a thing or two about cats and their (sometimes demanding) temperaments. The change in Mr. B since he returned home has really been remarkable. He acts like a cat seven years younger! He¹s more active than he was previously and I¹ve seen him jump and leap in ways I thought I¹d never witness again. Also amazing is the change in his coat. His fur is so soft and healthy looking now‹really a huge change!

Again, thanks very much taking such good care of Mr.. B. I¹ve attached an image of him, taken just yesterday, so that you can see how handsome and healthy he looks.

Best, Steve Daniel

November 2, 2005

Dear Dr. Peterson,

Last night our cat Barley returned home from Hypurrcat after his treatment with radioiodine. I wanted you to know how pleased we are with Barley's transformation from hypercat to happycat. Barley immediately resumed his normal routine as indoor/outdoor cat, had a few soft words with the younger cat, and asked us, "Isn't my dinner ready yet?" He looks terrific: better coat, clean eyes, cheerful disposition. He was hungry but not ravenous, mildly thirsty but not parched, and he did not vomit. Only his purr was slightly raspy. This is a happy cat!

My wife and I want to thank you for your remarkable treatment of his hyperthyroidism; he is a rejuvenated cat good for more years of loyal service. We want to thank Chris for his extraordinary, expert and loving care of Barley this past week. We are most impressed by the whole process and have already recommended you to NYC friends who have a cat in a similar situation.

It was clear to us that continuing to treat Barley with Methimazole and anti-nausea medication was a poor long-term solution. He looked and felt awful, he was always hungry and likely to throw up, and losing weight.

Thank you so much, Sam & Bitsy Tatnall

October 26, 2005

Dear Chris DeMarco and Dr. Peterson,
If they gave out stars for good deeds, you d see &Soon you d own a galaxy!

Thanks for taking such good care of me!

Love, Trippe and Joan Foster

October 17, 2005

Dear Chris DeMarco and Dr. Peterson,

Just a note to say thank you for caring so much about my little girl, and for putting up with her mommy. You made her absence from home easier for me to deal with by taking the time to give me daily updates. Chris, you're a lovely young woman with a very caring heart---and may God bless you for that.

With my sincerest gratitude and best wishes, Jeanette Reyes

PS: My cat Misty Mouse wrote a note for you too!

Hi Chris,
This is my sister Stormy Girl and me relaxing at home. We're not spoiled, we're just used to having things our own way! God Bless you for everything you've done for me.

Lots of love and cat kisses,
Misty Mouse

September 28, 2005

Dear Dr. Peterson and Chris Cooper,

I cannot thank the both of you enough for helping my little girl Cookee (Turtle Girl, nicknamed by your staff) get back to her old self. Ever since her successful treatment; she has gained weight, her fur has grown back, has stopped her daily vomiting and, much to her four sisters' chagrin, has gone back to being bossy!

Words cannot express my gratitude for your kindness (both to me and Cookee), dedication and love of animals.

Kindest regards,
Liliana Coriasco

September 13, 2005

Dear Dr. Peterson,
I just wanted to write to thank you for your handling of my cat Fritz a few weeks ago. It is such a relief to find a facility such as yours that understands how to treat cats for the benefit of all of the animals involved -- both the felines and their guardians.

Between the description of the facility complete with cat entertainment, the daily calls, and especially the web cam, I felt entirely at ease, and am tremendously grateful.

Fritz is doing excellent and I could not be more pleased. Please pass on my thanks to both of the Chris s involved, and again, my gratitude.
Until when, farewell.

Hypurrthanks!
Whitey Sterling

August 23, 2005

Dear Dr. Peterson and Christine,
You may remember Mrs. Fu who was treated at Hypurrcat with radioiodine in April. She is doing quite well. The vomiting has stopped and she has gained back about a pound.

I also wanted to tell you how much we appreciated your kindness. You did so much for her and we wanted to thank both of you.

Best regards,
Robert Oppeinheimer

July 7, 2005

Dear Dr. Peterson and Chris Cooper,
Jim and I wanted to tell you that we were very impressed with your facility, and know that both of you will take great care of Janie during her stay at Hypurrcat. We ve already tuned in on Janie with the web cam. She appears to be napping and enjoying her stay at your facility.

Thanks again for everything!
Christine Crawford

June 30, 2005

Dear Chris Cooper and Dr. Peterson,
Thank you again for taking such good care of my Emily. I know she was not one of your easier patients, and you somehow managed to make her stay tolerable. Thank you also for keeping in such good touch with her admittedly-neurotic mom. It was a rough spring in my household. On May 2nd, I had surgery to remove a benign brain tumor; several weeks later Peggy's beloved cat (and Roscoe's older brother), Ripley, died at the age of 18. So, it feels great to have our Emily home; will be even better when her forced confinement end on July 12, but we're managing. And it's of course great that she's no longer hyperthyroid!

All the Best, Jane

June 28, 2005

Dear Chris Cooper and Dr. Peterson,
I just want to let you know that Jules is gaining weight very nicely. I am so happy that we sent Jules in for this treatment because he is really doing very well. Thanks so much for taking such good care of him and taking the time to speak with me each day that he was with you. He's still an old guy but I'm not sure he'd still be here if we had not done the treatment. He has not vomited since he's been home (except for the time he ate too much cat nip) It is truly remarkable.
Thanks again.

Sincerely, Lauren Thompson

June 2, 2005

Dear Uncle Chris and Dr. Peterson,

I've been home a little over a month now and I thought I would write you a letter to let you know how I'm doing. I'm happy and healthy (because of you and Dr. Peterson) and proud to report that I am a lot less thyroid driven.  I don't beg as much, and I'm eating less. My thyroid level is down to 0.4 ug/dl and the other Chris says this is fine. I'm not hypothyroid, just adjusting. Speaking of Chris DeMarco, Mom and Dad were very concerned and really at a loss about the prospect of what was going to happen to me. Chris educated them by showing kindness, understanding, and patience over the phone. She reinforced a positive, passionate feeling about the process and outcome. So Mom and Dad also thank her very much.

My Mom bought me mice like the one you gave me, but I kept losing them so she just buys me more. She's good that way. I want to thank you for calling my parents every day. They tell me over and over again how much that meant to them and let them sleep better. I'm still very affectionate, and they love that about me. Dad sits with me every morning and brings me to Mom so I can kiss her goodbye before she goes to work to help the children. Miss Chickabee is her usual loony self, but I think she's happy to have me back home. I'm sure she thought she was the next to go. We play together and love each other up, just like before. I even let her play with my mice. Maybe she' s the one who keeps losing them. No matter, the supply keeps coming. So that's what I have been up to. I thank you again for all you did for me while I was at Hypurrcat.
Please know that all you do is so very much appreciated by all the cats in your care.

With all my love, Mr. Nabor Marino
P.S. I've been taking typing lessons. MEOW for now!

March 29, 2005

Dear Dr. Peterson and Everyone at the Hypurrcat Facility,

We were shocked when we learned of our Boo's hyperthyroidism, but our fears were quickly dashed when we learned of Hypurrcat. The website took away any mystery from the treatment and recovery process. We made our appointment, brought him in, and he was on the road to becoming himself again!

The ability to see Boo via your web cam put us completely at rest, and helped us get through some long work days during that week as well. Before we knew it, we were bringing him home the recovery he made was astonishing! No more frantic yowls, racing heartbeat, and no more eating massive amounts of food and losing weight. In fact, Boo's weight came right back on after only a few weeks!

His eyes regained their brightness and his coat has improved dramatically!
Hypurrcat is very much the definition of professionalism and genuine care, and we will always be grateful to all of you for curing our Boo.

Thanks very much,
Andrew and Jessica

March 1, 2005

Dear Dr. Peterson and Chris,

Thank you soooo very much for taking care of Trixe and making her well!

Sincerely,
Kristine and Jeff Paulus

February 17, 2005

Dear Dr. Peterson,

I just wish to thank you for the treatment and the care that I received in your Hypurrcat facility. Chris Cooper and the rest of your staff at Hypurrcat were just wonderful. They made my stay very pleasant. The daily report from Chris and the web cam were greatly appreciated by my parents. That really eased their minds while I was away from home for the week at Hypurrcat.
You certainly have a great facility and treatment program. I can't thank you enough for making me feel better. I understand I'm not sick anymore. What a great feeling!

Thanks a bunch,
Princess and Bob Tseng
PS: I am happy to report that she is totally cured and fine

June 15, 2004

Dear Dr. Peterson,
Thank you, Dr. Peterson, for developing the radioiodine procedure for cats!
You must feel very proud when you think of how many feline lives you ve changed for the better.

And what a great team you've got! Chris DeMarco and Chris Cooper are absolutely the best.

With much appreciation,
AnnaBell Washburn and Kismet

June 1, 2004

To Dr. Peterson,
Thank you for your wonderful care of our cat, Sinbad.

Your facility and staff took great care of our Sinbad and his phone calls showed your love of your work

Thank you again, Betty and Frank Seaman

September 27, 2004

Dear Dr. Peterson,

Thank you very much for treating my cat Tola. Although he has only been home a couple of weeks, he has already gained 1 pound. In addition, his real personality is back, and he is a calm cat again.

Thank you very much,

Sincerely,

Miho Imoto

September 24, 2004

I just want to thank Chris Cooper for helping my cat Callie go through this difficult time away from me and for contacting me every day, so that I would not worry about her. His dedication and downright love for our pets is so obvious and his sense of humor about the situation is terrific. He deserves recognition for the wonderful job he does, for the hours he puts in, and the people he puts up with when we are having trouble dealing with our "babies" being away from us.

Thank you Chris with all my heart.

Sincerely,
Randy Hutt, Ph.D.

March 23, 2004

Dear Hypurrcat Staff:

As promised, attached is are photos of your "girlfriend" Minnie. She is doing great. Being the assertive girl that she is, it only took a day after coming home from the clinic to establish herself once again at top of the family hierarchy. (We have a dog and another cat).

Thanks again for taking such good care of her. After doing all the research (including your excellent website), I was convinced that this was the right treatment for Minnie, but I was really apprehensive about leaving her in a clinic for a week. Chris DeMarco's reassurances helped me to make that final commitment and make an appointment. And then when I met the Dr. Peterson and Chris Cooper, I knew immediately Minnie would be in good hands. I could tell right away that Dr. Peterson was a cat person. And when Minnie settled into Chris's arms, I think it was her way of telling me that he is an okay guy. Well, he was a lot more than "okay"! I think it is great the way Chris gets to know each cat as an individual and how he had something unique to say about Minnie each day that we spoke. It shows that your staff really care about each one of your patients. You really made the ordeal so much more bearable. THANK YOU.

Many thanks again to Dr. Peterson and his whole staff for such a great treatment for such good care.

Sincerely,
Susan Rosenblum

March 9, 2004

Dear Dr. Peterson, Chris Cooper and Chris,

Just wanted to thank you all for saving Cookie's life back in October. I'm sure Chris Cooper remembers my calico - she wasn't exactly Ms. Congeniality! Cookie just made it to her 17th birthday thanks to your treatment. It was rough going for a while- her appetite wasn't good, she was drinking all the time (and she was pulling her fur out for a few weeks). But the diarrhea she was suffering from stopped completely after her treatment, and she was much calmer. Her last blood test revealed a completely normal T4. She seems to be doing much better now and is more affectionate than ever. Yes, I know it's hard to believe but she is very affectionate at home!

I especially want to thank Chris Cooper for his exceptional care of Cookie- a very difficult patient- and his very compassionate phone calls to me every day (and night). It was such a hard time for me and Chris was wonderful to me.

Again, thank you very much for saving Cookie's life and allowing her to reach 17. She is much loved and pampered and I owe her life to you. If you encounter anyone who is hesitant about the treatment either because of the age of their cat or the aggressiveness of their cat, I would be happy to share my story with them.

All the best,
Susan Starker

January 5, 2004

Hi Dr. Peterson,

I wanted to give you an update concerning my cat Ginger, who was treated in early part of December in your Hypurrcat Bedford Hills facility. Ginger's little hip bones are now covered and her head has rounded out. She is not flying around, but not lethargic or piling on weight, either. She seems happy, eating a normal amount of food and drinking water normally. She seems ever more loving and intelligent from her ³world experience² away from home.

One of my blessings this holiday season is Ginger, who is healing so nicely thanks to your care and expertise.

Thank you again!
Alice Winslow

P.S. Apparently as a result of her treatment, because those thyroid tumors seemed to suck up all their nutrients, she is no longer arthritic. She seems to now long need Cosequin at all!

December 30, 2003

Dear Dr. Peterson,
I wanted to thank you for the wonderful care that was given to my cat, Rascal, while she was with you in early December. She is doing very well and looks so much better. She has definitely gained weight.

Chris Cooper took very good care of her and I appreciated the phone calls regarding her progress. I am sure Chris treats each cat as if they were his own. You, Chris Cooper, and Chris DeMarco all are doing great work!

Happy New Year,
Mary Clancy

December 24, 2003

Dear Dr. Peterson,
Of my six cats, Maxine is my favorite. Helping that gentle little soul in the way you did, is the greatest Christmas gift I could ask for. Words cannot express my appreciation.

Sincerely, Jessica Jones

P.S. Maxine sends her love and PURRS, to you and yours!

December 28, 2003

Dear Dr. Peterson, Just a quick note to thank you for your expert treatment of a now healthy Bosco. Please also thank Christopher Cooper for his tremendously reassuring phone call updates and kindness, and thank everyone else who helped take care of my little cat.

Season's Greetings,

Thanks so much!
Andy Omel

December 3, 2003

Dear Dr. Peterson and Chris Cooper,

Thanks so much for your sensitive and professional attention to "Howard". He is much improved since his radioiodine treatment. He has gained weight and has stopped throwing up, and his breathing and heart rate have slowed noticeably. We're thrilled with the results and presumably so is he!

Thanks again!
Leslie Jay and Larry Seltzer

To Dr. Peterson and Chris:

Thank you for taking such good care of Poochie. Your tremendous commitment to these cats is evident. I appreciate the daily status calls, even at odd times on the weekend. I felt fully confident in the level of care that Poochie received during his stay with you.

I am also grateful that my cat was able to undergo the radioiodine treatment by the Doctor who developed the procedure. The surroundings in the cat treatment room (birds, music, fish) demonstrate a deep concern for the cats, while the web cam system indicates your concern for the owners.

If you have anyone considering your program for their cat, I would be happy to supply a reference. Interestingly, I learned that this great care by the Doctor who invented the procedure in a high caliber hospital with all of the amenities above (fish, birds, video cameras, etc.) was about the same price as other radioiodine facilities.

I don't know why anyone would choose another facility!

Sincerely,
Lucille Flynn

To Dr. Peterson and staff,

Thank you for the medical treatment you gave "Mischief." She is happy to be home and feeling well. We appreciate your thorough and kind care for her.

Happy Holidays
Sarah and Lawrence Klein

September 15, 2003

To Dr. Peterson and the Hypurrcat staff,

Thank you so much for taking care of my cat Angel Face. I'm really sorry I haven't written to thank you sooner. I was happy to hear that she was a good girl for you and that she didn't give you any problems. Her follow-up blood results came out perfectly, and she is feeling so much better.

As you know, I was so worried about her being away from me, but I was so proud that she did so well since she had never spent anytime away from home before. Thank you for being so good to someone I love. I appreciate it more than you will ever know.

Take care,
Stacey Cleenput

Dear Dr. Peterson and Staff,

THANK YOU so much for everything you've done for our dear cat, Stripey. She recently celebrated her 14th birthday and is truly a beloved member of our family. When she was sick we feared we would have to put her down.

Thanks to your facility, treatment and special care she has made a full recovery and is like a kitten once again. We're overjoyed and can't THANK YOU enough!!

Sincerely,
Trina Gagné and Family

March 10, 2003

Dear Dr. Peterson and Staff (particularly Colleen who called me every day as I was promised),

Idgie fell in love with Dr. Peterson the day she met him - which was the day she was being taken to the facility in Bedford for her radioactive treatment. She hadn't a clue what lay ahead....I, however was so sad at the thought of being separated from her for a week. In retrospect, this was silly of me. Idgie has the absolute right instinct about the "who" situation. She fell in love with Dr. Peterson, curled up in his lap and began to purr....because she knew he was going to help her. Idgie came home after a week - a bit sullen, but so happy to be home. In no time at all, she emerged into her same old lovable, irresistible, sweet self, but free of all the symptoms of her disease. Every day I thank Idgie for teaching me not to be afraid, and for trusting in Dr. Peterson and his treatment and his staff.

Thank you all.
Tina Moskin

June 18, 2003

Dear Dr. Peterson,

This is a long overdue thank you for the wonderful care you and your staff provided Simon last summer when you treated him at your Hypurrcat facility. I can't tell you how much it means to Paul and me. Simon is now back to a healthy 8.5 pounds with perfect thyroid levels and has a glossy, thick winter coat. He's very playful and full of energy. At night, he gallops around the apartment chasing light shadows, and he's a very good catnip mouse hunter. Every day Simon brings Paul and me love and joy, and there is no sound sweeter than his purring us to sleep.

Thank you so much for giving us more days together!
Best wishes, Kimberly and Paul

P.S. Please thank Colleen for being so sweet with Simon!

Dr. Peterson,

I just want to say thank you to you and your wonderful staff for taking care of Cuddles for me. Colleen and Chris were fantastic. Cuddles is settled in with his 5 friends and very happy to back at home.

Attached are the pictures of Cuddles researching your website with me.

Thank you for helping him get better. We will be in touch.
Christine Vassallo

November 27, 2002

Dear Dr. Peterson,

I want to write and thank you for your treatment of my cat, Mischa. He responded so well to the treatment, and I think my veterinarian has sent you the happy results of his recent 3-month checkup tests (all were normal!). I really appreciate your expertise AND the compassion of you and your colleagues in your handling of both Mischa and me!

Thank you,
Marylouise

Dear Dr. Peterson,

I wanted to thank you for treating my cat Barnabas! As you know, his serum T4 level on release from the clinic was normal at 1.0 mg/dl. As instructed, I'll bring him to my regular vet in 3 months to check his T4 level again. Other than the anxiety of being without him for a week, the experience was a very positive one. I would certainly recommend your radioiodine treatment to anyone I know with a hyperthyroid cat. My thanks to your wonderful staff as well, especially Chris and Colleen.

Regards,
Sam Gelman

February 5, 2002

Dear Dr. Peterson,

Thank you very much for the radioactive iodine treatment, and thank you for taking such good care of me! I really appreciated all of your tender-loving care and concern throughout my hospital stay.

Love,
Munchie Buchwald

P.S. My mom is grateful for the excellent care that you provided me too!

July 2002

Dear Dr. Peterson,

I just wanted to thank you, Chris and Colleen for taking good card of Liddle, especially since she was something of a difficult patient. She just had her three-month recheck and everything (including her thyroid level) came back normal. Hope you are having a good summer.

Dear Dr. Peterson and Staff,

Hope your holidays have been happy ones! I just wanted to let you now that Pitn (whom you successfully treated for hyperthyroidism 4 years ago) was recently put to sleep because of heart failure and blood clots to her hind paws and legs.

Although she had been diagnosed with a serious heart problem many years ago when she was only 2 years old, the end was still sudden and unexpected.

As you know, Pitn was a wonderful and special cat and I miss her terribly. You allowed me to leave a bird tape and family tape with her during her during the treatment, which you played during her hospitalization.

Thank you so much for everything you did for her.
I really do appreciate it.
Carolyn

P.S. Though you would enjoy having a copy of a poem I wrote for Pitn, which was published this year!

September 10, 2002

Dear Dr. Peterson,

I just wanted to write and thank you and your wonderful technician Colleen for the excellent care that both of you gave my cat Kira at you Hypurrcat Westchester facility. My cat is doing well. Her appetite has slowed down, and she has gained some of her weight back. My veterinarian has received your report concerning the results of Kira's treatment. He will be doing the follow-up testing as you have recommended.

Thank you again,
Mary Bak

Dear Dr. Peterson,

Thanks for taking care of Oblio. He is doing extremely well.

Alissa Blitzer

Dear Dr. Peterson and Staff,

We are writing to thank you for making out cat better. Thanks to your care Howie Moon now has ten lives!

Bruce and Julie Coopersmith

Dear Dr. Peterson and Staff,

Thank you again with all you help with Jennifer. She is doing really well. Her birthday was in November so she is now 15 years and 2 months old. She continues to eat well and she has regained all of the weight that she had lost. She is also purring normally again!

We wanted to thank you ever so much because we know that if not for all of you help, she would not have been here to celebrate her birthday.

Sincerely, Judy and Jennifer