While getting Classic Chef ready for adoption, we discovered that he has FeLV, better known as Feline Leukemia. FeLV is a virus which attacks a cat's body systems, most notably the immune system. Unfortunately, the average lifespan of cats afflicted by FeLV is drastically decreased, at roughly 2-3 years following infection. That being said, they typically lead happy, normal lives for the majority of this time period. Chef is not able to live with cats who are not FeLV+, however he can happily live alongside other pets, such as dogs, with no risk of transmission. If you have any questions about Chef or his care, please feel free to reach out to the adoption center!
*By sponsoring this pet, you are ensuring that we can continue our life saving work. Sponsorships do not cover adoption fees, but help fulfill the mission of our organization while also giving extra attention to pets in our care.