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About Buddy
Buddy is a lion in the body of a big chunky cat. He is a savage hunter - no socks are safe from this apex predator. As soon as I take them off my feet he will hunt them and then bring them to his lair (the end of my bed). Buddy had a rough upbringing, but he has adapted to life as an indoor lion very well. He is a champion of using the litter tray, and keeps himself clean and neat. His days consist of hunting socks, sleeping, playing with his human slaves and waiting outside the bathroom door every single time someone goes in there. Why? We don't know. He is indifferent towards other cats and has not been tested with dogs. He would not suit a home with children, and his play style consists of gentle nips. He does not shed very much, and is happy eating dry food only, as long as he is allowed to occasionally drink milk out of your cereal bowl. He is FIV positive so we recommend a home with any other cats fully vaccinated. More info on FIV below. Apply now if you would like to know more about this champagne delight.
Medical notes
Fully vaccinated, flea and worm treated and desexed. FIV positive.
FIV MYTHS.
Myth one: FIV causes infections and disease
Simply put, FIV is a virus that weakens a cat’s normal immune response. That means it can be harder for FIV positive cats to fight off infections and disease compared to other cats. FIV rarely causes symptoms as is. Many FIV cats go their entire lives showing no signs of infection or disease.
Myth two: FIV cats have short lifespans
This could not be further from the truth. FIV is an incredibly slow virus - it can take years before it has an impact, if any at all. With a good diet, adequate environment, regular vet checks and an indoor-only lifestyle, your FIV cat can live as long as any other cat. Chances are you won’t even notice they have FIV!
Myth three: FIV cat have AIDS
Sometimes FIV and Feline AIDS are used interchangeably, which is incorrect. FIV can develop into a disease similar to human AIDS, however, this would only occur in the late life stages of an FIV cat’s life, if at all.
Myth four: FIV is highly contagious
Again, this is a myth with no foundation. FIV is primarily transmitted through deep bite wounds between cats or between mother to kitten through milk. It is not transmissible to humans or any other animal species.
Myth five: FIV positive cats can’t live with other cats
As above, FIV is typically transmitted through serious bite wounds. An appropriate and calm introduction between two desexed cats will see very little chance of a cat fight. It is incredibly unlikely that FIV can be transmitted through casual contact, such as grooming or sharing the same food bowl. FIV positive and negative cats can live, and do live, in harmony in households all around Australia. For peace of mind, we record getting your existing cats vaccinated against FIV.
Adoption details
Adoption Fees:
Kittens are $260 each
Adult cats are $160 each
Please note that we are a NOT for profit and the adoption fee help us to offset only some of the veterinary fees.
All kittens and cats have been vet checked, desexed, microchipped, vaccinated and treated for fleas and worms.
Please visit our website to fill out an adoption application-
https://www.meowrescue.com.au/copy-of-donate
One of our team members will be in contact ASAP.
This pet has been adopted and found love with its new family.
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