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Posted over 9 years ago
| Updated over 7 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
White (Mostly)
Age
Adult
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
Hair Length
short
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Has special needs
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Sweet Pea is a ball of sweetness and fun. He is about 2 yrs old and just adorable. One of our volunteers rescued him and his housemate, Rio from a kill shelter where they were surrendered by their owner, because they felt they could no longer care for them. He is neutered, up to date on his vaccines, and tested neg for felv/fiv.
Sweet Pea has what is known as CH. (in a nutshell, all that is wrong with him, is that his balance isnt as good as a normal cat. He will lose his balance when walking or running). Here is a bit about it:
CH Cats – We make great pets!
Feline Cerebellar Hypoplasia is a widely misunderstood affliction that causes the unnecessary destruction of thousands of cats annually. Feline Cerebellar Hypoplasia, is also known as Feline Cerebellum Hypoplasia, Feline CH, Feline Cerebral Hypoplasia, Spastic Cat Syndrome, Feline Cerebellar Ataxia, and Wobbly Cat Syndrome. Feline CH is caused in-utero when the pregnant mother cat contracts Feline Distemper.
Due to under-development of the cerebellum, which controls balance and coordination, CH Cats have mild to severe physical coordination issues. Some of the symptoms of Feline Cerebellar Hypoplasia include:
•The CH Cat may fall over for no apparent reason
•Some Cats with CH have a high stepping, prancing gait, and “walk loud”
•Most Cats with CH have a general lack of balance, and for example, may have difficulty climbing stairs
•Cats more seriously afflicted with Cerebellar Hypoplasia may not be able to walk more than a few steps without falling.
Surprisingly, for the right home, Wobbly Kitties make wonderful companions. Their intelligence is normal, they feel no pain, and live long and healthy lives. They tend to be more dependent on humans, and often build very strong bonds with their adoptive parents.
The most endearing attribute of Cats with CH is their attitude. They possess incredible determination in overcoming their affliction.
For more info, please email her foster mom at amra444@msn.com
This cat will be available at our site adjoining Sayrebrook Veterinary Hospital at 1400 Main St (actual GPS address 989 main), Sayreville NJ 08872. Open Sat & Sun, 11 to 4:00. Directions are on our site.
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