The status of Heathcliff was
last posted on 04/02/25 by
Nine lives is not enough.
Cat, Domestic Short Hair
Domestic Short Hair / Mixed
Description:
HISTORY: HEATHCLIFF came to Felines & Friends when found to be FIV+. However, as is typical with many FIV+ cats, this cat has no symptoms, is in excellent health and expected to live a normal lifespan. While conventional thinking is to only place an FIV+ cat in a home with no other cats or with another FIV+ cat, there are many “mixed households.” According to Cornell University, the primary mode of Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) transmission is through repeated fights resulting in the exchange of blood, and it poses no threat to humans or other species. TEMPERAMENT: HEATHCLIFF is a handsome orange tabby who arrived at Felines & Friends with an injured tail and an FIV+ test result. This shy boy has now fully recovered and is ready for a cushy indoor life in a new forever home. His foster mom reports that HEATHCLIFF is a "chirper" who enjoys chatting with his person. He welcomes her whenever she enters his room, where he spends a long time rubbing on chairs and sometimes legs. HEALTHCIFF likes to play and loves to pounce. He is currently working up the courage to try head rubs. HEATHCLIFF needs a patient adopter willing to give him time to trust. AGE: born approx. 10/25/2021 MICROCHIP #: -1277 DATE OF STERILIZATION: 10/25/24 VAX RECORD: FVRCP #1: 10/25/24, FVRCP #2: 11/16/24; FVRCP expires: 11/16/25; Rabies expires: 10/25/25 FELV/FIV test: 10/25/24 FIV+ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ADOPTION FEE: $100 If you may be interested in adopting, please complete our online application: https://www.fandfnm.org/application. Cat name(s) of interest can be included in your application. Completing an application is the best and fastest way to dialog with our team. For more information, visit www.fandfnm.org. Santa Fe Animal Svcs. Permit #25-001
