Adoptable Cats
Updated: March 31, 2023 - 9:42 a.m.
Updated: March 31, 2023 - 9:42 a.m.
Adoption Fees: Cats $50 - Kittens (under 6 months) $60
Open 1-5 p.m. Wednesday thru Monday (by appointment)
Closed Tuesday's
Location: 807 Stewart, Benld IL 62009
Phone: 217.835.2538 - Fax: 217.835.2537
E-Mail us by clicking on link at right >
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Please Note!
Animals are posted on this page when they are ready for adoption. If you do not see any new animals here for awhile, it is because we just don't have anything new to post at that time.
Animals are posted on this page when they are ready for adoption. If you do not see any new animals here for awhile, it is because we just don't have anything new to post at that time.
About our Adoptions ...
Revised 03/07/2021
To adopt an animal, you must live within 100 miles of one of our adoption sites (Benld, Litchfield, O'Fallon or Springfield IL) and must be at least 18 years of age. We require that you be physically present to make the final adoption arrangements. We also require that all cats be kept indoors, and all dogs be kept in a fenced-in yard, secure pen, or indoors, unless otherwise discussed and agreed upon ahead of time. Failure to comply with any of these requirements may constitute grounds for our taking back the adopted animal.
All pets have been spayed/neutered, are up to date with shots/vaccinations, have been micro-chipped, and are in good health to the best of our knowledge. If you have any questions about the animals, want to know more about the shelter, or have any other questions, please call or e-mail us as above.
If you are interested in adopting any of these animals, you may begin the process by downloading the adoption form (button below) *, and submitting it to: Benld Adopt-A-Pet, PO Box 53, Benld IL 62009-0053, or e-mail to: aap1@frontiernet.net .
( After downloading form, you may use the fill & sign feature of your {PDF app to complete application before e-mailing to us.)
We strive to keep our listings of animals available for adoption as up to date as possible however, due to the constant turnover at the shelter, this page may not be completely current at all times. Therefore, if you are looking for a specific animal, please contact the shelter as above to find out what is available.
We have cats arriving at our shelter all the time so, if you do not see what you are looking for on this page, please call us at 217.835.2538, or e-mail us at aap1@frontiernet.net , and tell us what you are looking for. Also, we frequently have kittens too young to be listed on our website, which will however be available once they are spayed/neutered and have their shots. Just make the call and we'll get started on finding you the cat you want.
Revised 03/07/2021
To adopt an animal, you must live within 100 miles of one of our adoption sites (Benld, Litchfield, O'Fallon or Springfield IL) and must be at least 18 years of age. We require that you be physically present to make the final adoption arrangements. We also require that all cats be kept indoors, and all dogs be kept in a fenced-in yard, secure pen, or indoors, unless otherwise discussed and agreed upon ahead of time. Failure to comply with any of these requirements may constitute grounds for our taking back the adopted animal.
All pets have been spayed/neutered, are up to date with shots/vaccinations, have been micro-chipped, and are in good health to the best of our knowledge. If you have any questions about the animals, want to know more about the shelter, or have any other questions, please call or e-mail us as above.
If you are interested in adopting any of these animals, you may begin the process by downloading the adoption form (button below) *, and submitting it to: Benld Adopt-A-Pet, PO Box 53, Benld IL 62009-0053, or e-mail to: aap1@frontiernet.net .
( After downloading form, you may use the fill & sign feature of your {PDF app to complete application before e-mailing to us.)
We strive to keep our listings of animals available for adoption as up to date as possible however, due to the constant turnover at the shelter, this page may not be completely current at all times. Therefore, if you are looking for a specific animal, please contact the shelter as above to find out what is available.
We have cats arriving at our shelter all the time so, if you do not see what you are looking for on this page, please call us at 217.835.2538, or e-mail us at aap1@frontiernet.net , and tell us what you are looking for. Also, we frequently have kittens too young to be listed on our website, which will however be available once they are spayed/neutered and have their shots. Just make the call and we'll get started on finding you the cat you want.
I.D. 1916C
Butters
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Large * Buff ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 05/10/2022 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Gentle, Friendly, Quiet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Older Children ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Butters
My name is Butters and I'm a shy Domestic shorthair cat born in May of 2022. I would do best in a calm and patient inside only home as I adjust to the new environment. Loud noises and quick moments make me hide so a home with older, calm children might be best. I could possibly live with other cats and a cat friendly dog given a proper introduction. I am spayed, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and negative for FIV/FelV. |
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Candy
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Medium * Orange and White ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 10/24/2019 CHARACTERISTICS Independent, Friendly COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT Cats, Dogs ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Candy
She was hanging around Grandma's along with a couple of very young kittens. They needed more care than just the food they were provided. Turns out Candy wasn't their mommy but she did "appear" pregnant. She spent a couple months in a foster home, but no little ones. She is a little shy or cautious when she meets you, but just give her a little time. She is like a sweet and sour Candy, she is friendly and likes being petted and loved on by her human and then just likes to be alone to do her own thing; prefers to be the only cat in the house. She has been spayed, vaccinated including rabies, tested negative for Feline Lvk/FiV and micro-chipped. Help Support Candy
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Candy's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Candy. |
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Cortana
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Medium * Tabby ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 02/12/2018 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Gentle COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Unknown HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Unknown ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Cortana
Owner had too many cats and Cortana was one of many cats that had been dropped off at her house. She had an injured leg, which is mending on its own, and was very pregnant by the time she came into the shelter. Cortana is no longer suffering from her injuries and all of her kittens have found homes, yet she is patiently waiting to go to her forever home. Cortana is a very friendly cat and needs to be in a home with other Leukemia positive cats or to be the only cat in the household. She has been Spayed, vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested POSITIVE for Feline Leukemia, and Micro-chipped. Help Support Cortana
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Cortana's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Cortana. |
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Dee Dee
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Medium * White ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 03/10/2018 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Independent, Friendly COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Prefers to be only cat in home ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Dee Dee
Pleasure to meet you, I'm DeeDee. I am a beautiful all white cat, with one green eye and one blue eye, and am around 4 years of age. I'm looking for an indoor home to call my own with someone that is going to love me for all my years to come. I would prefer to be the only feline in the home as I don't like sharing. I am spayed, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and tested for FIV/FelV. Help Support Dee Dee
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Dee Dee's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Dee Dee. |
I.D. 1857C
Garbo
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Young * Female * Medium * Black and White ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 08/19/2020 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Sweet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Garbo
I'm Garbo because sometimes I want to be alone. Just like the actress Greta Garbo would say. I was born with a round knot on my nose and have what is called pillow pads. That means that my little toe beans are softer and formed different than other cats. I will need a home that is patient as it will take me time to adjust to my new home and one that will provide lots of snacks. I have been spayed, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and tested for FIV/FelV. Help Support Garbo
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Garbo's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Garbo. |
I.D. 1688C
Jax
Tabby ______________________________________________________ Adult * Male * Small * Orange Tabby ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 02/17/2017 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Sweet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Children ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Jax
Cat lovers who like to travel with their pets would love to have Jax in their home! Jax's foster mom said she has never seen a cat so well-behaved in the car. He doesn't make a sound … no protests at all! Jax takes a little longer than usual to feel confident with his human at first, but once he does, he comes to greet his person and waits for that person to sit down so he can jump up on a lap. He is litter-box-trained and is one of the neatest cats around. While Jax gets along fine with his fellow felines at the shelter, he is not trusting of dogs. Jax is about 5 years old and was brought to the shelter because he is feline immune virus-positive (FIV+). Cats that are FIV+ can live in a home with FIV- cats as long as they do not fight with each other. FIV is transmitted via a deep tissue bite or scratch and is only transmittable cat to cat. There is no risk of FIV to humans or dogs. Jax is neutered, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, and microchipped. Help Support Jax
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Jax's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Jax. |
I.D. 1868C-1
Marmalade
Domestic Medium Hair ______________________________________________________ Young * Male * Medium * Orange ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 07/29/2021 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Playful COAT LENGTH Medium HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered, FIV Positive GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Children ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Marmalade
Hello, I'm Marmalade. I came to BAAP along with my siblings Jam and Jelly because we were part of an unplanned litter. I get along with other cats and could live in a home with children. I haven't met any dogs to be friends with yet but given proper introductions and a safe place to call my own, I could possibly live in a home with dogs. I am neutered, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and FIV positive. Help Support Marmalade
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Marmalade's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Marmalade. |
I.D. 1880C
Maytag
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Female * Small * Tabby and White ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 06/02/2022 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Playful COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Unknown HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Unknown ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Maytag
Hello new friend, I'm Maytag because I found my way into a dryer vent and cried for someone to find me. I am a young kitten born in June 2022 and would love to have a forever home to call my own. I can be a little shy at first but once I feel your gentle hand, I'm a lover for the petting. I would make a great lap cat but may hide in a loud home. Given a proper introduction I could possibly live a home with children, dogs and other cats. I am spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, wormed, and tested for FIV/FelV. Help Support Maytag
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Maytag's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Maytag. |
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Myah
Siamese ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Medium * Seal Point ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 02/01/2014 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Sweet, Loves Pets COAT LENGTH Medium HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Dogs ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Myah
Myah was relinquished to our custody by her owner who could not continue caring for her any longer. She is a friendly girl, though may be a bit shy when she first meets you. She needs some tender, loving care, but is ready to move on and into a new home with someone who will give her a chance to become comfortable in her new surroundings. Myah was adopted 05/30/2018 and returned on 07/17/2018 because she wasn't using her litter box and didn't care much for the other cats in the household. She might do better as an only cat. Help Support Myah
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Myah's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Myah. |
I.D. 1339C
Nala
Domestic Long Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Large * Grey and Black Tabby ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 09/03/2015 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Shy, Sweet, Friendly COAT LENGTH Long HOUSE-TRAINED Unknown HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Unknown ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Nala
My name is Nala. I am a shy adult kitty that was born in 2015. I would do best in a calm and quite home as I like to hide when it's too loud/scary. I would need a home that will help me with my grooming as I tend to mat from not grooming myself. I have lived in a home with other pets but would prefer my new home to only be me. In my previous home I had some unwanted litter box issues (urinating) but since I have been back at BAAP in a kennel I have used my litter box every time. I am spayed, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and tested for FIV/FelV. Help Support Nala
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Nala's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Nala. |
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Ringo
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Male * Large * Orange Tabby ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 04/30/2009 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Laid Back COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Dogs ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Ringo
Ringo is a big boy, who had been living in the neighborhood for several years after his owners moved away. He does enjoy trying to slip out the door to enjoy the sunlight and "freedom" from his old days but it is recommended that he is an indoor only cat. Ringo does get along with other cats and dogs. He has been neutered, vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested Positive for feline Fiv and Micro-chipped. Help Support Ringo
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Ringo's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Ringo. |
I.D. 1894C-2
Scrabble
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Young * Male * Small * Grey ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 01/26/2022 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Shy COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Dogs ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Scrabble
Scrabble is a friendly and good natured guy. He was raised in a foster home with multiple cats and dogs and he likes to get along with everyone. He is a bit shy with people reaching out to him, but once he knows you, and you hold him, he enjoys the attention. His shyness comes from his early kitten years when he and his littermates were homeless feral kittens. Scrabble enjoys curling up for a nap with his feline foster family and following you around the house (especially if there might be cat treats involved). His shyness does not mean that he does not want to be around people - just that it startles him a bit when you reach out to pet him. Scrabble is playful and very personable, just needs a little extra time to get comfortable with being handled. Scrabble is neutered, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and negative for FIV/FelV. |
I.D. 1919C
Scruffy
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Male * Medium * Orange ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 06/16/2022 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Playful COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Scruffy
My name is Scruffy and I'm a Domestic Shorthair cat born in June 2022. I am a playful boy full of personality that loves good long petting sessions. I am looking for a home to call my own, maybe with another cat(s), cat friendly dogs or children given time to adjust to my new home. I am neutered, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and negative for FIV/FelV. |
I.D. 1917C
Sirchick
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Male * Large * Tabby ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 01/03/2020 CHARACTERISTICS Friendly, Quiet, Sweet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Older Children ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Sirchick
Hello, I'm Sirchick, an adult Domestic Shorthair cat born in January 2020. I was brought to BAAP due to a family member having a really bad cat allergy. I would like a calm and quite home to call my own with a warm lap to curl up on for chin scratches. I haven't lived with cats or dogs and would do best in a home with older children that wont pick me up when I'm not asking to be held. I am neutered, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and negative for FIV/FelV. |
I.D. 1920C
Snickers
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Young * Female * Medium * Torti ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 02/15/2022 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Sweet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Dogs, Children ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Snickers
I'm Snickers and I'm a Domestic Shorthair Torti that was born in February 2022. I was found as a stray in Bethalto and no owner came forward, so my finders vetted me in hopes to make me their own. I did well with their cats at first but once I got comfortable in the home I started bullying the cats. I want and need to be the only cat in the household to soak up all your love. I did do well with the cat friendly dogs and all the people I met while in that home. I love to be held and snuggled by everyone. I am spayed, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and tested negative for FIV/FelV. Help Support Snickers
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Snickers' care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Snickers. |
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Tiffany
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Female * Medium * Tabby ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 10/13/2022 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Sweet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Children ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Tiffany
Hi, my name is Tiffany and I'm a sweet 5-month-old kitten looking for my forever home. I get along with other cats and children, and could possibly live in a home with a cat friendly dog. I am spayed, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and negative for FIV/FelV. |
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Tigger
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Male * Medium * Orange Tabby ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 09/27/2014 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Laid Back COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Dogs ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Tigger
Hello, I'm Tigger (Mr. Orange) and I was born fall of 2014. I am looking once more for a forever place to call home. I am more of a quite laid back kind of cat so I'd do best in a home similar to me. I have lived with other cats and dogs but might need a little time to adjust to new four legged friends. I am neutered, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and negative for FIV/FelV. Help Support Tigger
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Tigger's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Tigger. |
I.D. 1919C-2
Twin
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Female * Medium * Calico ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 06/16/2022 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Playful COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Twin
My name is Twin and I'm a sweet Domestic Shorthair calico that was born in June 2022. I came in with my two brothers hoping to find a loving forever home. I have been around other cats but haven't been around dogs or children at this time. Given a proper introduction and time to adjust to my new home, I could live with cat friendly dogs or children. I am spayed, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and negative for FIV/FelV. |
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Waffles
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Female * Medium * Orange ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 04/14/2022 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Sweet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Children ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Waffles
Hello, I'm Waffles. I am a young kitten born April 2022 along with my six other siblings. I am looking for my forever home to be spoiled and grow big in. I am a little shy and skittish of loud noises but still very sweet once settled. I am FIV positive so I will need a home with other FIV positive cats, dogs, or to be the only cat. I can live with FIV negative cats as long as we do not fight with each other, as that is how FIV can be spread. I am spayed, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, FIV positive and FelV negative. |
I.D. 1882C
Willow
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Male * Medium * Black ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 04/14/2022 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Sweet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Children ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Willow
Hello, I'm Willow. I am a jet black young boy that was born in April 2022. I can be talkative, playful and I love getting pets. I would enjoy a home with another cat to play with, children, or cat friendly dogs. I am FIV positive so it is best to have a home with other FIV cats or with a cat that wont fight with me. I am neutered, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, Positive for FIV, and negative for FelV. |
I.D. 1882C-2
Wilma
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Female * Medium * Orange ______________________________________________________ About DATE OF BIRTH 04/14/2022 CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Sweet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Children ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Wilma
Hello, my name is Wilma and I'm a young cat born in April 2022. I was one of seven kittens brought to BAAP in hopes of finding a forever place to call home. I am a sweet but shy girl that would enjoy a home with a companion of the two or four legged type. I would do best in a home with a cat friendly dog, children and possibly another cat. I am FIV positive so it is best for me to have a home with other FIV cats, or to be an only cat. I can live with FIV negative cats as long as we do not fight as that is how FIV is spread from cat to cat, a deep bite or scratch. I am spayed, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and FIV positive (FelV negative). |