Calvin

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Calvin is a super friendly, loving kitten. He has been raised indoors-only with humans since he was 2 weeks old. He interacts well with other cats and has perfect litterbox manners.This kitten has tested positive for antibodies against the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (also known as FIV or “Feline AIDS”.) Kittens that test positive for FIV antibodies may have received these antibodies from their mother. However, they may also be truly infected with the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus. This kitten should be re-tested for FIV at or around 6 months of age. If the kitten only had maternal antibody, the test will be negative. However, if the kitten has the virus, the test will remain positive.The following is some basic information about FIV disease in case the test after 6 months of age indicates that the cat actually has this disease. FIV is passed from cat to cat through fighting (bites) and mating behavior and is a life-long infection. However, FIV-positive cats frequently remain healthy for many years and may live a full lifespan with proper veterinary and preventive care. Because FIV affects the immune systems in cats, infected cats may be more vulnerable to other infections. It is therefore recommended to keep cats with FIV indoors to minimize exposure to outdoor cats, potential infectious diseases, and parasites. If you have other cats in your home, FIV can be transmitted only if there is fighting or mating behavior with a positive cat. Cats that peacefully co-exist without any biting or mating are at no risk of becoming infected with FIV. Do you have questions about this animal or are you ready to take the next step to adoption? Complete our Adoption Inquiry Form (copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar) or call us 925-426-8656. We are looking forward to hearing from you!https://valleyhumane.org/adopt/adoption/

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