Wanted to give you all an update on Mini to all who were so helpful. Things are very improved! she is in HEAT and suddenly the silent meow can be heard 'round the world. She continues to improve in every way - even her scruffy coat is starting to lay down, no more eyeboogers, gums are pinker, and the feline acne on her chin is nearly gone since Opus told me to get rid of the plastic food bowl. We have the litterbox issues worked out - although we are now dodging a litterbox in the hall. i am moving it a few inches every other day, toward a more convenient place.
We are taking advantage of her present loving mood to bond. And my 3 nuetered boys have been very patient with her flirting!