PANKO - Domestic Short Hair Cat for Adoption in San Jose, California

10/16/26 13:13 Meet Panko! She has recovered from a mange infestation and is slowly starting to feel herself again. Her haircoat is a bit thin but looking better every day. She was spayed, is fully vaccinated, and dewormed and is ready for an indoor life. She is FIV+ but can have a great, long life if kept as an indoor cat and maintained on regular parasite prevention and routine vaccines. Full bloodwork shows mild signs of inflammation (likely secondary to resolving skin issues). Please come to the shelter to meet sweet Panko girl. Available for rescue or adoption. 09/30/26 10:54 skin condition still severe but slowly improving. received 2nd dose of selamectin. patient is affiliative, purrs and is easily handled. will need another selamectin treatment at 3 weeks and supportive care as skin heals. still in need of urgent rescue. 09/16/26 19:40 young adult female stray/community cat, handleable on intial exam, with severe dermatitis suggestive of notoedric mange. good appetite on intake. treated with first dose selamectin, and convenia. also has entropion at eyes which may be secondary to dehydration and thin body condition. BCS 2/9. teeth suggest patient is of young age <5 years. NR urgent d/t prolonged length of recovery time (will need 1-2 more treatments of selamectin) and if entropion does not resolve with weight gain, may need surgical repair. patient also has eye discharge, which could be secondary to entropion vs due to a primary URI

The domestic short hair cat is a popular and diverse breed known for its unique personalities and low maintenance care. These cats come in various colors and patterns, with short, easy to manage coats that require minimal grooming. Domestic short hairs are friendly, adaptable, and make wonderful companions for individuals and families alike. They possess playful and affectionate qualities that endear them to many, making them one of the most beloved and widely adopted cat breeds worldwide.

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