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Panda was found by a member of the community on East 8th Place in Kennewick, and when he first arrived… this poor guy was kind of a hot mess. He had a painful mouth with teeth that needed to be removed, a skin infection that needed treatment, and after viral testing, we also learned that Panda is FIV positive.Now that he’s had medical care and is finally starting to feel better, Panda is making his feelings known loud and clear—and honestly, good for him.He is neutered and ready to go home today!Panda has clearly lived a rough life up until this point, and now that he’s no longer sick and uncomfortable, he’s become much more expressive with his boundaries and body language. He is not looking to pretend he’s thrilled about shelter life, and staff respects that. Because of this, Panda is looking for a cat-savvy home with someone who understands cats, respects boundaries, and is willing to let him settle in on his own terms instead of expecting instant affection.For those unfamiliar, FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) affects a cat’s immune system, but many FIV+ cats live long, happy, completely normal lives with proper care. FIV is primarily spread through deep bite wounds, which is why it is most commonly seen in stray or unneutered cats who have spent time surviving outdoors.Panda should be kept indoors only moving forward so he can stay safe and healthy.What stands out most about Panda is that he feels like a cat who has spent a very long time surviving instead of simply living. We would really love to see him land somewhere quiet, safe, and understanding where he can finally figure out what the good life actually feels like.Panda’s adoption fee is $50. He is neutered, microchipped, up to date on age-appropriate vaccines, and treated for fleas, ticks, and worms.Our shelter operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Holds, deposits, and pre-adoptions are not allowed. Animals may transfer to other shelters or rescues at any time.Panda may not be the kind of cat that instantly climbs into your lap—but for the right person, helping a cat like him finally exhale and feel safe could be incredibly rewarding.