AFFECTIONATE, ELDERLY, “FIV-POSITIVE” CHARLIE YEARNS TO BE ADOPTED
Charlie, 10, has been at the Happy Tails Cat Sanctuary for most of his life, and is one of the sanctuary’s “special needs” residents. He is affectionate and still yearns for a loving adoptive home in which to spend his remaining senior years. His challenge is that in addition to being elderly, he has tested “positive” for FIV, an immune-deficiency virus. In recent years, many veterinary professionals have determined that FIV isn’t as contagious or fatal as was once thought. It’s contagious only to other cats, and is transmitted via sex or deep bite wounds. FIV-positive cats can live a normal life span, but they ideally should have access every day to good-quality food that provides proper nutrition, and they should be indoor-only cats. Charlie is neutered and doesn’t get into fights, so he would pose no threat to other cats. If he is adopted, he will be a loving pet. To help Charlie and other cats at Happy Tails, the sanctuary will hold a benefit on April 23rd (in the Banquet Center at St. Noel in Willoughby Hills) featuring a family-style Sunday dinner, silent and Chinese auctions, a 50-50 raffle, and more. For reservations or inquiries about the event, call or text Doreen at 440.759-0076 or email HappyTailsCatSanctuary@gmail.com.