Tori

My story

Tori and her babies were found near The Woodlands on a walking path. We believe they were dumped there. Tori is a very sweet girl who is gentle and has been a very good Mom to her babies. However Tori did test FELV positive. She is healthy otherwise. FELV + Cats can live normal lives and some can live long lives. They just need to be in a home with either another FELV Cat or be a Single kitty. FeLV, or Feline Leukemia Virus, is a virus that attacks the immune system of a cat. It isn't a form of cancer, but is actually a virus that weakens the immune system. Cats with FeLV can live normal, happy lives—they just have a shorter life expectancy than FeLV negative cats. Myth: FeLV is highly contagious and easily spread from cat to cat. Fact: Transmission of FeLV from cat to cat requires sharing bodily fluids from mating, from queen to kitten, or prolonged and repeated exposure between cats. Myth: FeLV is a cancer. Fact: FeLV is a virus. It is not a cancer. Myth: Cats with FeLV are sick and suffering. Fact: While the virus weakens the immune system, leaving the cat more susceptible to illness, the virus itself does not cause pain. FeLV+ cats look and act just like any other cat and can live long, happy lives. Myth: Cats who test positive for FeLV should be euthanized. Fact: Firstly, there is no one perfect, definitive test for FeLV and tests are often wrong, show only exposure to the virus versus infection, and results can change over time. Cats should never be euthanized based upon a test result. Secondly, FeLV+ cats can live long and happy lives and are just as deserving of life.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Tori, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.