Shelly

Shelly was rescued from a local senior center where we have been doing a trapping project to spay the final female cats. Shelly was only a baby when she was found with several other kittens.

Shelly was a bit more shy than the other kittens, but has really warmed up and is a super snuggler (as you can see from the photos where she is in her foster mom's lap). She is a little unsure of new people, so she will need time to adjust and feel safe before she shows her true snuggly personality. We would recommend keeping her in her own area at first to let her acclimate, but giving her lots of cuddles so she will quickly trust her new family and show what a sweet, funny girl she is.

Shelly is about 7 months old and truly deserves her own family.

Shelly is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, treated preventatively for fleas/ticks, and dewormed.

Shelly did initially test positive for the feline leukemia virus (FeLV). It appeared that she was fighting off the virus, but a recent re-check leads us to believe she is going to remain positive for the virus.

FeLV is a viral infection that affects the immune system, making it harder for a cat's body to fight off infections. While it's not curable, it is manageable with good veterinary care, a healthy diet, and a stress-free indoor lifestyle. Cats with FeLV need routine wellness checks, prompt treatment for any illness, and regular preventative care like vaccines and parasite control.

FeLV is spread between cats through close contact (like grooming or sharing food bowls), so Shelly must either be an only cat or live with other FeLV-positive companions.

It's important to know that FeLV affects cats differently-some live only a few years, while others remain healthy for much longer. Right now, Shelly is in excellent health, full of playful kitten energy, and showing no signs of illness. What she needs most is a loving home where she can enjoy life to the fullest, surrounded by people who adore her as much as she'll adore them.

To learn more about this condition visit: https://resources.bestfriends.org/article/feline-leukemia-felv-faqs<br><br>She likes other cats (must be FeLV positive), could be easily introduced to a cat loving dog, and would be best with older children who are knowledgeable and respectful of slightly shyer kitties.

If you are interested in learning more about Shelly, please email us at [email protected] to request an application or ask questions.