Hello all:
This weekend I got lost driving in an industrial part of my town. Suddenly in
the middle of the street, I see a tiny kitten. Luckily I was able to avoid
hitting him, as was the car behind me. I quickly got out of my car and
approached the kitten. Imagine my surprise when he willingly and eagerly came
running right up to me. I scooped him up and continued on my way.
I noticed when I tried to feed him that something wasn't quite right. He kept
falling over and seemed very uncoordinated, even for a kitten. I took him to
the emergency vet where I was told that he had some kind of neurological
disorder that was presenting itself in his legs. Basically he is just going to
be clumsy. The vet said it could be a static problem and not get any worse or
it could be progressive, at which time we would have to discuss other options.
She also recommended the FeLV/FIV test. Sadly, he came up a weak positive for
FeLV. The vet said this may be the cause of the neurological disorder or the
two could be unrelated. Also his pupils were not well dilated (the vet did not
go on to explain what effect that has). When the vet gave me the positive
results, she asked if I wanted to put him to sleep. In the mere 4 hours we had
spent together, this little 6 week old kitten had won my heart and I just
couldn't put him to sleep. Although he is clumsy (it's actually really cute
and I believe he will soon learn to compensate for it), you really don't notice
the neurological impairment unless you are looking for it; and he's happy and
pain-free otherwise.
But of course there is a problem. I have already have a FeLV negative cat at
home and I don't want to risk exposing her. I was able to take the little guy,
who we named Tommy, to my boyfriend's, but my cat and I are moving in with him
in 2 months, so this likely cannot be a permanent home.
So this is why I have turned to this group. I would like to take the time I
have to try to get Tommy in the best health I can. I did some research and
found out about Mega C plus, interferon and LTCI. I would like to speak to
someone in depth about these options, but my vet just doesn't have experience
in this area.
1. Does anyone know a good vet that will help treat the FeLV in the Los
Angeles area - preferable Glendale/Pasadena/the San Fernando valley area.
2. If I am in successful in getting him to the point where he tests negative,
can he stay with my FeLV negative cat. She's older and will likely want
nothing to do with him so I am not too worried about them directly interacting.
But I am worried that they may share toys or bowls.
3. Does anyone know of any rescue organizations that would take on a FeLV
positive kitten?
My boyfriend and I already love and adore Tommy, but we understand that we must
do what is best for him. It's just confusing trying to figure out what that
is. I would welcome and suggestions or advise.
Thank you,
Fernanda
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