Thanks to everyone for their input on the smoking applicant! It's been a
difficult decision, but I've decided not to decline the applicant based solely
on the fact that he smokes, so we're going to proceed. Of course, all other
standard procedures will apply (reference check, home visit, etc).
I appreciate the fact that the person is honest. He's applying through his
sister and she made it a point to inform me of the smoking situation and voiced
concerns regarding whether it would be a risk for Tumble due to his FeLV+
status. I hadn't had any experience with smoking specific to FeLV+ cats, so I
thought I'd post here for input.
Based on personal experience, most people who have contacted me feel the risk
would be minimal. While I also value the thoughts of those who advised against
the adoption and I'd prefer a non-smoking environment, I have to weigh that
against the alternatives. Tumble is currently living in a basement (a
"daylight" basement with windows, but still, with limited human interaction).
The applicant is homebound due to health problems and is looking for a 24/7
companion. He wants to adopt both Tumble and his companion Cody; I'd love for
these boys to stay together, as they came to me together and are best buddies.
The thought of them being beloved companions warms my heart.
So... it may not be perfect, but if they'll have good vet care and a loving
home, I think I'll go ahead with the adoption. Doing so will also free up some
space and allow me to help others that would otherwise be euthanized.
Please send good thoughts that everything works out for what's best for the
boys.
Thank you all again!
Cindy, Tumble, and Cody
----- Original Message -----
From: Tad Burnett
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2011 11:05 PM
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] FeLV+ and Cigarette Smoke
What are your options...
Not everybody finds that people willing to adopt FeLV+ kitties are
available...
A smoker may not be the best choice but I would except a smoker before PTS....
Tad
On 9/21/2011 9:01 PM, ter...@tazzys.org wrote:
Hi all,
Well here is my 2 cents worth!
I'm a smoker have been for 40 years. I do not smoke directly in front of my
cats/kittens. My personal kitties have never gotten sick or develop cancers
from smoke this includes my FELV kitties.
I've been adopting cats/kittens for over 30 years to both non-smokers and
smokers. I have to say my smokers take better care of their kitties than
non-smokers that have small children. As I've been to their homes and seen how
clean they were. I've have repeat adopters as their kitties didn't die to
cancers.
Actually, lived fairly long lives. The kitties had the best in medical as
well.
So I do not discriminate adopters that smoke.
I agree with Susan Hoffman on her posting.
My suggestion is if you don't want to adopt to people that smoke. Be up
front with them about it.
Also, if your a rescue/shelter put it in your rules and guidelines on your
applications that you don't adopt your kitties to smokers.
This way the adopter doesn't feel bad or have their heart set on the kitty.
Regardless whether the kitty is Negative, FELV, FIV, or both.
TAZZY'S ANIMAL TRANSPORTS/SIAMESE & COLLIE RESCUE
Sultan, WA. 98294
Terrie Mohr-Forker
http://tazzys.org/
Non-Profit national rescue
Dedicated to the welfare of animals.
Copyright © 1999-2010 tazzys.org. All rights reserved.
-------- Original Message --------
Subject: [Felvtalk] FeLV+ and Cigarette Smoke
From: "Cindy McHugh" <ci...@furangels.org>
Date: Wed, September 21, 2011 9:02 am
To: <felvtalk@felineleukemia.org>
Hi,
We have someone interested in adopting our FeLV+ boy and it sounds like a
great home, but the gentleman smokes. Does anyone know if this would be a
considerable risk for a FeLV cat? I know smoke isn't good for humans or cats,
but I'm wondering if the FeLV would complicate matters. Other than that, it
sounds like a great home. He'd be a companion to a homebound gentleman who's
looking for company.
Thanks for your time and input.
Cindy
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