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Witten
Bluetick Coonhound / Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed (short coat)

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Name: Payten (FIV+)
Status: Available for Adoption (adoption info)
Adoption Fee: $75.00
Species: Cat
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed
Sex: Female (spayed)
Indoor or Outdoor: Indoor Only
Declawed: No
Housetrained: Yes
Description:

Meet Payten, a true sweetheart who is ready to find her forever home! Payten is a mellow and affectionate cat who absolutely adores getting pets

You'll notice Payten is FIV+, which is a lot less scary than it sounds. FIV stands for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, and it's a common condition in cats. Think of it like a cat version of HIV—it weakens the immune system over time, but it's not a death sentence and cats with FIV can live long, happy, and normal lives.   

Here's what you need to know about FIV in cats:

  • It's not contagious to people or other animals. You can't catch FIV from Payten, and your dog or other pets won't either.   

  • It's rarely contagious to other cats. The virus is primarily spread through deep bite wounds, so as long as Payten is spayed and lives in a peaceful home, there's very little risk of her spreading it to other cats. Many FIV+ cats successfully live with FIV-negative cats without any issues.   

  • She can live a normal life! Payten may need a little extra care to keep her immune system strong, like regular vet check-ups and a healthy diet, but otherwise, she'll live just like any other cat.   

Payten is the perfect companion for anyone looking for a calm, loving cat. If you have a quiet home and a big heart, please consider opening your home to this special girl. Come meet her and see what a treasure she is!