Fern

My story

Fern and her siblings came to us from a local TNR group. All of the kittens were very sick when they first arrived. They had upper respiratory infections, ear infections, and poor little Fern had an extreme eye infection. They were treated and over time have gotten over their kitty colds, ear infections and diarrhea! Unfortunarely, Fern's 3rd eyelid is in a permanently upraised position due to previous eye trauma and infection when she was a neonate. But, the good news is, she can still see and there is no further treatment required at this time!  Fern is very sweet and loves to be around other cats and humans! She loves attention and loves to surrounded by people!  Fern and her siblings Holly and Laurel are felv positive. What does this mean? Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a retrovirus that affects the immune system of cats. It can cause an increased chance of other viruses or illnesses and can increase the risk of certain types of cancer to develop. FeLV is only transmissible from cat to cat and is not transmissible to humans, dogs, or other species. Unfortunately, there is no cure for FeLV. While it is impossible to accurately predict the life expectancy of a cat infected with FeLV, several stages of the virus can impact the lifespan by making the cat more susceptible to particular illnesses or diseases. Research has shown that cats that have tested positive as adults tend to live longer than cats that have tested positive as kittens. Regular vet care is recommended for the appropriate management of FeLV. Because FeLV can be transmitted between cats, it is recommended that FeLV-positive cats live as single cats or in FeLV-positive households only. Cats with FeLV should be housed indoors (as should all cats) to prevent the spread of infection to other cats in the neighborhood and to prevent injuries or illnesses. These cats should be fed a high-quality diet and see a vet regularly to catch any illnesses early. It is recommended that you develop a relationship with a vet who is experienced with FeLV. Because cats with FeLV tend to get sick faster than non-infected cats, it is important to take your cat to the vet at the first sign of illness. Fern is available at the Shakopee PetSmart.  Please visit the store to apply for her and take her home! ##2502714##

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