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Elvira is no Mistress of the Dark...but a super sweet, exotic 2 yr old kitty whose world has been turned upside down. During what was to have been a routine spay surgery on 8/17, she had a severe reaction to the anesthesia which caused her heart to stop. Fortunately, the vet was able to revive her but it caused her to become suddenly blind. 🐾 She has slowly adjusted, moving around with more confidence, eating, using the litter box and greeting her foster mom when she enters the room. The thought of caring for a blind cat may initially seem overwhelming, but with a few environmental modifications, a little patience, and TLC, a blind cat can confidently navigate their environment relying on their others senses. They are ideally suited for smaller living spaces.
Before all this happened Elvira was rescued from a city shelter where she was given up, along with another young cat, assumed to be her son, who already found a home, due to the owner not having enough time to care for them...geez. . Her foster mom writes:I've been able to hold her, she rolls around and lets me pet her, she purrs, and I'd say at some level she is funny. She'll grab me gently with her paws and no claws, and when she's still, she is so so sweet. Meet her in Alexandria, VA. Updated 8/23/24
11/20/24- Elvira visited a cardiologist yesterday and was a model patient. We got the good news that she has a normal heart size and function and normal sinus rhythm throughout. This means that we can attempt another spay surgery using a different anesthesia. BUT, this specialist visit cost $900 and has depleted our medical fund !! PLEASE consider helping by making a donation. There is a direct link to our PayPal account on our website www.hafr.org
Did you know that black cats are often overlooked for adoption, despite being just as loving and wonderful as cats of other colors? Elvira is here to break that stereotype and prove what an incredible companion she can be. Don't let her color be the reason she's passed over; give Elvira a chance, and you'll discover the treasure that she truly is.
Elvira is no Mistress of the Dark...but a super sweet, exotic 2 yr old kitty whose world has been turned upside down. During what was to have been a routine spay surgery on 8/17, she had a severe reaction to the anesthesia which caused her heart to stop. Fortunately, the vet was able to revive her but it caused her to become suddenly blind. 🐾 She has slowly adjusted, moving around with more confidence, eating, using the litter box and greeting her foster mom when she enters the room. The thought of caring for a blind cat may initially seem overwhelming, but with a few environmental modifications, a little patience, and TLC, a blind cat can confidently navigate their environment relying on their others senses. They are ideally suited for smaller living spaces.
Before all this happened Elvira was rescued from a city shelter where she was given up, along with another young cat, assumed to be her son, who already found a home, due to the owner not having enough time to care for them...geez. . Her foster mom writes:I've been able to hold her, she rolls around and lets me pet her, she purrs, and I'd say at some level she is funny. She'll grab me gently with her paws and no claws, and when she's still, she is so so sweet. Meet her in Alexandria, VA. Updated 8/23/24
11/20/24- Elvira visited a cardiologist yesterday and was a model patient. We got the good news that she has a normal heart size and function and normal sinus rhythm throughout. This means that we can attempt another spay surgery using a different anesthesia. BUT, this specialist visit cost $900 and has depleted our medical fund !! PLEASE consider helping by making a donation. There is a direct link to our PayPal account on our website www.hafr.org
Did you know that black cats are often overlooked for adoption, despite being just as loving and wonderful as cats of other colors? Elvira is here to break that stereotype and prove what an incredible companion she can be. Don't let her color be the reason she's passed over; give Elvira a chance, and you'll discover the treasure that she truly is.
We strive to make the "purr-fect" match through our interview and application process. Adoption fees, which range from $165-$185, include all medical work (FELV/FIV testing, shots; spay/neuter, etc); home visits may be required prior to final placement. The majority of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs or as a companion to another young cat/kitten already in the home. Sorry, but we do not adopt very young kittens to families with children under 6 yrs old due to safety concerns for both child and kitten. Adopters also receive a certificate for a free comprehensive wellness exam at any Caring Hands Animal Hospital.
We strive to make the "purr-fect" match through our interview and application process. Adoption fees, which range from $165-$185, include all medical work (FELV/FIV testing, shots; spay/neuter, etc); home visits may be required prior to final placement. The majority of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs or as a companion to another young cat/kitten already in the home. Sorry, but we do not adopt very young kittens to families with children under 6 yrs old due to safety concerns for both child and kitten. Adopters also receive a certificate for a free comprehensive wellness exam at any Caring Hands Animal Hospital.
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All of our cats are cared for in cage-free private foster homes; therefore, we request an application be completed before setting up appointments to meet them. Request an application by emailing us through our website. Adopters must live within a reasonable driving distance to No. VA ( maximum 60 minutes); we do not ship/transport our animals.
All of our cats are cared for in cage-free private foster homes; therefore, we request an application be completed before setting up appointments to meet them. Request an application by emailing us through our website. Adopters must live within a reasonable driving distance to No. VA ( maximum 60 minutes); we do not ship/transport our animals.
More about this rescue
We are a small, private feline-only rescue group dedicated to the rescue, care and placement of homeless cats and kittens. We do not have a shelter and rely on a group of dedicated foster homes to care for our felines until a "fur-ever" home can be found. We actively promote the importance of spaying and neutering and best practices in companion animal care. The majority of our cats/kittens come from high-kill shelters. We do not receive any government funding and rely on private contributions, 100% of which go to provide medical care, food and supplies.
We are a small, private feline-only rescue group dedicated to the rescue, care and placement of homeless cats and kittens. We do not have a shelter and rely on a group of dedicated foster homes to care for our felines until a "fur-ever" home can be found. We actively promote the importance of spaying and neutering and best practices in companion animal care. The majority of our cats/kittens come from high-kill shelters. We do not receive any government funding and rely on private contributions, 100% of which go to provide medical care, food and supplies.
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