Hi, my name is Abe Lincoln - you can call me Honest Abe! Let me tell you - life on the streets is tough for us 4 legged critters. Food is scarce and the dangers are plenty - even the 2 legged ones. I have had the fortune of finding a kind soul to take me in and show me the good in the world. In my travels, not only did I contract FIV (see info about that below) - from those not so nice 4 legged critters, I also got a BB in my chest from a not so nice 2 legged critter. So, seriously, I am very grateful for any love I can get. The folks have other cats in the house and they can't keep me, but they do want for me to have a good chance of that special person that will love me. So, about me, I am about 2 years old. I am a bit on the timid side, learning to trust, but once comfortable, I am a pretty good lap cat. A quiet home would be best for me, maybe older, cat respecting kids. I don't know anything about dogs, and given my timid nature, that might be too much for me. I am neutered, current on my shots and very good with the litterbox. I will be microchipped as a part of the adoption process.
And, about FIV:
FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus). Well what the heck does that mean?!?? Let me explain.
How does FIV affect my cat?
FIV-positive cats can have a weaker immune system, so they can be more prone to getting infections. However, if your cat is kept indoors, risk of getting infections are very low! FIV-positive cats don’t require frequent vet visits or daily medication. Given routine care and attention, an FIV+ cat will live the same lifespan as an FIV negative cat.
How is FIV spread?
The most common route of infection is a deep bite wound from an FIV-positive cat to another cat. It can also be transmitted via blood, in utero and from the milk of an infected mother cat. However, kittens can test positive for FIV under 6 months of age because they carry the mother’s antibodies. It is very rare for cats to get FIV from being around infected cats or sharing food bowls. It is not transmissable to humans.
Can they live with other animals?
Yes! FIV-positive cats can live with FIV-negative cats in the same home for years without spreading the virus. Cats cannot spread FIV to other types of animals.
November 7, 2024, 3:37 pm
