Willow - Domestic Medium Hair Cat for Adoption in Charlotte, North Carolina

COME VISIT US SATURDAY AND SUNDAY JUNE 13 AND 14 FROM 12-3 AT THE ARBORETUM PETCOM 3401 PINEVILLE MATTHEWS RD, CHARLOTTE NC 28226

Willow needed friends.

What started with one lonely FIV-positive kitten turned into a rescue mission for five more kittens who desperately needed a second chance.

So the FIV Five became:

Monroe because every great story has a beginning, and his rescue started it all.
Hope because every kitten deserves it.
Phoenix because they rose from circumstances that could have ended very differently.
Journey because rescue is never a straight path.
Chance because sometimes all it takes is one chance to change a life.

And at the center of it all is Willow, the kitten who simply needed friends.

Together, they're not just the FIV Fivethey're Willow's Friends.

But here's the important part: a positive FIV antibody test in young kittens does NOT mean they have FIV. The test only detects antibodies, not the virus itself. If a kitten's mother was FIV-positive, she can pass those antibodies to her babies. Those antibodies can remain in a kitten's system for months before disappearing. In fact, kittens who initially test positive later test completely negative once those maternal antibodies clear. Learn all about it from the Kitten Lady

https://youtu.be/9Q5Lz_1PMF0?si=oXjqliXpi9hOQtbP

Willow doesn't know any of this, of course.

She only knows that he loves toys, soft beds, tasty food, and curling up with her friends after a long day of kitten adventures. She doesn't know she was almost euthanized. She doesn't know people might hesitate because of a test result they don't fully understand.

She just knows she's ready to be loved.

We're committed to giving Willow and the rest of the FIV Five the time they need, along with follow-up testing and lots of TLC, so they can have the futures they deserve.

If you've been thinking about adopting, fostering, or simply helping spread the word, Willow would appreciate it. After all, this little survivor has already beaten the odds more than once.

Please share Willow's story.

Interested in adopting or learning more about FIV antibody-positive kittens? Reach out to us we are happy to answer questions and help separate fact from fiction. Above, we have included a link to Hannah Shaw (the Kitten Lady's), you tube video that does a great job explaining what this all means.

Because every kitten deserves a chance, especially the ones who need someone willing to look beyond a test result.

Five kittens. Five second chances.

Welcome to the FIV Five, and Willow, the gorgeous girl that started it early.

So we named them for the story they represent:

Monroe -- the beginning
Hope -- what kept them going
Phoenix -- rising above hardship
Journey -- the road that brought them here
Chance -- the gift they were given

Together, they're the FIV Five.

Have summer vacation plans, no problem, talk to Juniors Fund fund about their ability to pet sit while you enjoy an exciting adventure!

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Due to the delicate nature of kittens and children, it is not recommended that kittens under the age of six months be adopted into families with children under six years old.

Adoption Fee Includes:
Initial Exam
Deworming
Flea Treatment
Full Vaccine Package
FELV/FIV Test
MicroChip
Spay/Neuter

The Domestic Medium Hair cat is a versatile and beloved breed known for its medium length coat that comes in a wide range of colors and patterns. These affectionate and playful cats are often found in shelters, as they are not a recognized breed but rather a classification for cats of mixed ancestry. Despite their mixed heritage, Domestic Medium Hairs possess unique personalities and make wonderful companions for families and individuals looking for a loving feline companion.

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