Adopt a Domestic Long Hair (medium coat)
MAGGIE the Cat needs a home
Hello, my name is Maggie! I am a calm and distinguished older lady. I would do best in a quiet laid back home, as I''m a soft spoken girlie who just needs a little bit of peace. I am not mean, I just am still learning that people are good. The shelter is a little scary for me, so I spend a good bit of my time hiding out in my cubby, but my friends here at the shelter think I could be a very personable little lady out of this environment! I also am FIV+, but it''s not big deal! I just need a family who will love me for me, could that be you? Please come and meet me today!
I have FIV but it''s really not a big deal.
1. FIV is not transmissible to humans! No way. No how. Never. I don?t care what you?ve heard tell. You should banish the thought once and for all.
2. FIV is about as transmissible as HIV. Which is to say not very. Animals in the same household cannot transmit the disease from one to another except by mating (a behavior sterilized animals will not effectively engage in) or by inflicting bite wounds (not typical even among cohabitants with bad attitudes).
So you know, the same can?t be said for FeLV (feline leukemia virus), which can be transmitted by more casual contact (e.g., grooming, sharing food, etc.).
3. Cats with FIV can live very long, perfectly comfortable lives. Here are some details:
FIV-positive cats can live a long time without suffering any related illness. That?s why many veterinarians, including the feline medicine experts at the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), suggest owners never opt for euthanasia based on a positive test alone.
These kitties do, however, require some special considerations. The AAFP?s FIV experts offer the following recommendations:
? FIV-positive cats should see a vet twice a year for a physical exam and some lab work (a complete blood count, chemistry panel and urinalysis should be performed at least annually).
? Whenever they?re feeling poorly, FIV-positive cats should receive immediate care.
? FIV-positive cats should be spayed or neutered, live indoors only and steer clear of environmental exposure to infectious diseases (for example, raw food diets should
The Adoption Fee Includes:
- initial feline distemper combination vaccination
- first deworming or stool check
- rabies vaccination (for animals over 3 months of age)
- AVID microchipping
- FeLV/FIV testing
- flea treatment/preventative
- spaying or neutering
Adoption Cost: $30.00
I have FIV but it''s really not a big deal.
1. FIV is not transmissible to humans! No way. No how. Never. I don?t care what you?ve heard tell. You should banish the thought once and for all.
2. FIV is about as transmissible as HIV. Which is to say not very. Animals in the same household cannot transmit the disease from one to another except by mating (a behavior sterilized animals will not effectively engage in) or by inflicting bite wounds (not typical even among cohabitants with bad attitudes).
So you know, the same can?t be said for FeLV (feline leukemia virus), which can be transmitted by more casual contact (e.g., grooming, sharing food, etc.).
3. Cats with FIV can live very long, perfectly comfortable lives. Here are some details:
FIV-positive cats can live a long time without suffering any related illness. That?s why many veterinarians, including the feline medicine experts at the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), suggest owners never opt for euthanasia based on a positive test alone.
These kitties do, however, require some special considerations. The AAFP?s FIV experts offer the following recommendations:
? FIV-positive cats should see a vet twice a year for a physical exam and some lab work (a complete blood count, chemistry panel and urinalysis should be performed at least annually).
? Whenever they?re feeling poorly, FIV-positive cats should receive immediate care.
? FIV-positive cats should be spayed or neutered, live indoors only and steer clear of environmental exposure to infectious diseases (for example, raw food diets should
The Adoption Fee Includes:
- initial feline distemper combination vaccination
- first deworming or stool check
- rabies vaccination (for animals over 3 months of age)
- AVID microchipping
- FeLV/FIV testing
- flea treatment/preventative
- spaying or neutering
Adoption Cost: $30.00
- Animal: Cat
- Breed:
Domestic Long Hair (medium coat)
- Size: Medium
- Gender: Female
- State: Pennsylvania
- Zip/Postal Code: 15001
As of 5/4/2024 MAGGIE is still available for adoption. Please use the owner information below to confirm that MAGGIE is still available or to adopt. Don't forget to check the other animal shelters near me there are many other pets needing a fur-ever home.
