Sometimes it takes a village to save an injured cat. Especially when Animal Control shows up then turns right around and leaves without checking on the poor kitty. This article is longer than my typical story but it’s necessary because … Continue reading →
Twizzle is a handsome white-and-black cat with an attractive face but he has FIV – the cat version of human AIDS which has blunted his chances of being adopted even though FIV cats lead normal lives of a similar length … Continue reading →
Can FIV+ and FIV- cats live together? There is a little bit of a clash in the opinion of experts on this one but in general the consensus nowadays is that FIV+ and FIV- cats can live together just fine … Continue reading →
This is Freckles, a 16-year-old female tortie. She’s currently at a Wichita, Kansas veterinary clinic where the staff was told to euthanize her by her owner because he was “done with her.” Freckles is FIV positive. Freckles is front declawed. … Continue reading →
This is the story of a stray FIV+ cat named Toby who was taken to Wake County Animal Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. Thankfully, Toby is now in his forever home after being saved by the SPCA of Wake County, … Continue reading →
It may surprise people that I am answering what appears to be a simple question. But it is a question which is still asked on the internet through Google search. There is still some ignorance of this subject. No, you … Continue reading →
Although studies conclude that FIV+ cats live as long as FIV- cats, my view is that they will on average have slightly shorter lifespans; perhaps around 90% of that of a FIV- cat.
Continue reading →The value of the FIV vaccine is in doubt, therefore it should not be given (as at 2011). In answering the question “Should I vaccinate my cat against FIV?” I have shamelessly referred to one source: Dr Fogle in his book … Continue reading →
Like humans, cats have to make the best of the hand that they are dealt with. This boy, like most feral cats, was dealt a tough hand. He survived in a feral cat colony for nine years. He was being … Continue reading →
Can FIV positive cats live with dogs? Yes, is the answer. It is surprising to find that a Google search for this question does not result in a clean, sure answer. But the answer must be that it is safe … Continue reading →
