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Posted over 9 years ago
| Updated over 9 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Black & White or Tuxedo
Age
Kitten
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
Hair Length
short
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Needs experienced adopter
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Has special needs
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Meet Jake, an adorable, super friendly, and playful little boy. Unfortunately, Jake and his siblings have all tested positive for the feline leukemia (FeLV) virus. They were tested at eight weeks and again at sixteen weeks, and both tests were positive.
The prognosis is very unpredictable. Jake's immune system could eventually eliminate the virus, he could be a carrier who never has any symptoms, or he could develop health problems related to the virus. So far he is eating well, he is full of energy, and he does not show any signs of illness. He MUST be adopted into a home with no other cats or cats who are also FeLV positive. He MUST be an indoor only cat. The virus is highly contagious, and he could give it to other cats if he goes outside. He will need to be tested again at six and twelve months.
FeLV is not contagious to dogs or humans, and it does not make Jake any less lovable. If you adopt Jake or one of his brothers, you will need to get in touch with your vet and work out a treatment plan. There are numerous options. FeLV is not curable. However, there are a number of experimental treatments that may help cats fight the virus or help them stay healthy in spite of the virus. After consulting with your vet, you may choose to pursue one of these treatments or take a wait and see approach. If he develops a cold or an upper respiratory problem, you should get him to a vet as soon as possible and try to nip it in the bud. Infections that are no big deal for other cats can be life threatening for cats with FeLV. If you do not already have a vet, we can recommend one who treats cats with FeLV.
A good quality cat food, lots of love and attention, and a low stress environment are essential for all cats and especially for cats with FeLV. Jake has been neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.