Meet Chips Ahoy (formerly Boy)

This is Chips Ahoy, an 8-month-old cat looking for a special home. He is sweet and he is FIV Positive. This means he will need to be an indoor only cat. He is looking for a home where he will get to live inside and stay healthy and safe.

What is Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)?

Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) is one of the most common and consequential infectious diseases of cats around the world. In infected cats, FIV attacks the immune system, leaving the cat vulnerable to many other infections. Although cats infected with FIV may appear normal for years, they eventually suffer from immune deficiency, which allows normally harmless bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and fungi found in the everyday environment to potentially cause severe illnesses. Though there is no cure for FIV, recent studies suggest that cats with FIV commonly live average life spans, if they are not also infected with feline leukemia virus.

The primary mode of transmission for FIV is through bite wounds from an infected cat. Casual, non-aggressive contact, such as sharing water bowls or mutual grooming, does not appear to be an efficient route of spreading the virus. As a result, cats in households with stable social structures where housemates do not fight are at little risk of acquiring FIV infections.

If you have questions, please give us a call (208) 634-3647.

Chips is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and microchipped. Call the shelter at 208-634-3647 for questions. Walk-ins are welcome to visit with kittens and cats.

Breed: Domestic Shorthair

Age: 8 Months

Gender: Male

Color: Silver

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