Mr Jefferies - Located in West Melbourne

Mr Jefferies has recently been diagnosed as hyperthyroid. This means his thyroid gland is overactive, and causes symptoms such as weight loss, a fast heart rate, excitability and excessive hunger. This is a common condition in older cats and is easily treated with daily medication. Once medicated, the symptoms listed above go away. Mr Jefferies is easy to medicate as he is so food motivated - he eats his tablet if crushed in his food bowl! He does need blood tests every six months or so to check that he is on the correct dose of medication. This is a life long condition, so any potential adopter would need to be prepared to continue this treatment for life.

WORLDWIDE CAT VACCINE SHORTAGE

There is currently a worldwide shortage of cat vaccines and supplies are unlikely to be replenished until early 2024. This is due to complicated supply problems post-COVID. Our vets have limited, and in some cases no supplies available, but are prioritising kittens and previously unvaccinated Cats wherever possible.

Kittens are at the highest risk as their level of protection is very low after the initial protection provided by the mother’s antibodies. While protection will wane a little over time, a delay up to three months is unlikely to result in a significant reduction in levels of protection. It is anticipated that clinics should have regular supplies early in the new year to bring your cat back up to date.

First Vaccination completed

We will try to provide at least 1 vaccination, depending on our supplies of vaccines available, however boosters may become overdue. In this case it is your responsibility to contact your vet as soon as supplies become available. We will not be re-imbursing any of this costs.

We require all cats and kittens to be indoors only and not allowed outside. This is especially important now as there is a risk of coming into contact with unknown cats who may not be vaccinated.

No Vaccination completed

Where we are unable to provide any vaccination during their time in care with us, please contact us on 0459779888 or via email to samantha@neko.org.au, and we will arrange for one vaccination to be done at one of our partnering clinics as soon as supplies are available. Boosters after this will be your responsibility.

Please note that should you choose to utilise your own clinic, we will not be re-imbursing any costs. This is your responsibility.