Lonely FeLV+ & FIV+ cat needing a companion. Her feline family have passed away from the disease, she misses them dearly.
Specifically looking for a kitten, putting an adult w/my cat simply would not work out due to my cats personality, she is very timid.
Only looking to give an option to new kitten owners faced w/the diagnoses of FeLV+
Must have Veterinary proof that the kitten has tested positive (+) for Leukemia (FeLV).
***Upon diagnoses of FeLV+ many kittens are euthanized. I am trying to stop this from happening to at least one kitten, although I have room for up to three, (if a litter and more then three, will take in all). I am becoming very deterred in my search as contactors have not been genuine, claiming to have FeLV+ kittens but in truth do not. If I am forced to remove my post due to those who are insincere, it could cost a kitten their life.
Acceptable status of new kitten:
FeLV+ & FIV+ : Yes
FeLV+ only : Yes
FIV+ only : No (kitten could contract FeLV)
FeLV (feline leukemia virus), rarely live past two years when contracted at birth, progressive virus. Exposed kittens are at high risk of contracting.
FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus ~ aids), many years, slow acting virus. Harder to contract.
Cats are most likely to succumb to FeLV much sooner then FIV .. Both however, can live very happy, "seeminly" healthy lives. Although shorter lives, they have much love to give and receive.
Have learned so much from my Leukemia Cats that I have loved and lost, have cared for several over the years, countless hours of research and working w/my Vet.. Therefore, very well educated on the virus. If you are unfamiliar w/the viruses, please research before commenting/contacting.
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