MARTHA - ADOPTED!
FEMALE - Ginger Tabby
Foster Home: The Dew Drop Inn
at Adopt Charleston Cats
FEMALE - Ginger Tabby
Foster Home: The Dew Drop Inn
at Adopt Charleston Cats
First, let's explain a question you may have before you read further to learn more about this young adult cat. Are you asking yourself, "What is an Adoption Ambassador?" Adoption Ambassador is a foster program used by Charleston Animal Society where foster families take animals into their homes and try to get them adopted; the adoption takes place outside of the shelter environment and is processed by the foster parent on CAS's behalf.
Martha is lucky to be a part of this program because she did not show herself as the sweet cat she is when she was in the shelter's adoption floor. Her previous foster home took her back to stay until she can find her forever human(s). If you think you would like to learn more about Martha after reading below, please contact us or Charleston Animal Society's Director of Adoptions: Courtney, cgumienny@charlestonanimalsociety.org or 843-329-1577.
Martha is lucky to be a part of this program because she did not show herself as the sweet cat she is when she was in the shelter's adoption floor. Her previous foster home took her back to stay until she can find her forever human(s). If you think you would like to learn more about Martha after reading below, please contact us or Charleston Animal Society's Director of Adoptions: Courtney, cgumienny@charlestonanimalsociety.org or 843-329-1577.
Martha first came to our foster home as a mother with her three kittens. During the weeks of caring for her family, Martha was a nice cat very focused on raising her kittens. She didn't give humans much time of her day and spent time overseeing her little ones and being a great mom. Her sweetness did show through to every human who met her, however.
After her kittens were adopted and she returned to her foster home as an Adoption Ambassador, we were able to see her personality blossom. Some of Martha's favorite things in life would be playing with various cat toys several times a day - she enjoys stuffed toys and balls she can bat across the floor, wand toys are awesome, and she enjoys our pet cat. She enjoys sitting in the cat tree next to the window watching the happenings outside and being in the sun rays. While Martha isn't a lap cat, she does like being near humans and will sleep in the cat bed in my office and at night she sleeps at the foot of the bed. She has been known to come curl next to me in bed at night, too.
Martha's will be best adopted by humans who want a cat who enjoys pets, a periodic hold and cuddle in their arms, and a cat who enjoys communicating with her soft mews of conversations. She is a bit nervous in the home the first couple of days so her adopters will need to be patient with her; it may be best if she is in a home without very young children. Her demeanor, even during her transition period in a new environment, is sweet, kind, and gentle.
Martha does come with a medical waiver as she has tested positive for FIV (see below for more details). She can live a healthy, normally long life as any cat without FIV. However, she will need to be an indoor only cat, be feed the best nutrition her adopter can afford (no raw meat), and see her veterinarian at minimum of once a year. FIV+ cats can also live with other cats as long as they are non-aggressive, and Martha is residing in harmony with another cat while in foster care.
Interested in learning more about Martha? Please contact either Adopt Charleston Cats either by completing our CONTACT US form or you can contact Charleston Animal Society's Director of Adoptions, Courtney Gumienny, cgumienny@charlestonanimalsociety.org or 843-329-1577.
After her kittens were adopted and she returned to her foster home as an Adoption Ambassador, we were able to see her personality blossom. Some of Martha's favorite things in life would be playing with various cat toys several times a day - she enjoys stuffed toys and balls she can bat across the floor, wand toys are awesome, and she enjoys our pet cat. She enjoys sitting in the cat tree next to the window watching the happenings outside and being in the sun rays. While Martha isn't a lap cat, she does like being near humans and will sleep in the cat bed in my office and at night she sleeps at the foot of the bed. She has been known to come curl next to me in bed at night, too.
Martha's will be best adopted by humans who want a cat who enjoys pets, a periodic hold and cuddle in their arms, and a cat who enjoys communicating with her soft mews of conversations. She is a bit nervous in the home the first couple of days so her adopters will need to be patient with her; it may be best if she is in a home without very young children. Her demeanor, even during her transition period in a new environment, is sweet, kind, and gentle.
Martha does come with a medical waiver as she has tested positive for FIV (see below for more details). She can live a healthy, normally long life as any cat without FIV. However, she will need to be an indoor only cat, be feed the best nutrition her adopter can afford (no raw meat), and see her veterinarian at minimum of once a year. FIV+ cats can also live with other cats as long as they are non-aggressive, and Martha is residing in harmony with another cat while in foster care.
Interested in learning more about Martha? Please contact either Adopt Charleston Cats either by completing our CONTACT US form or you can contact Charleston Animal Society's Director of Adoptions, Courtney Gumienny, cgumienny@charlestonanimalsociety.org or 843-329-1577.
FIV INFORMATION:
There are a number of reputable websites that discuss FIV, including the many myths regarding this virus. It is no longer a reason for euthanasia and these cats are often the most loving of any felines found at area shelters once they are in a home where they can feel relaxed. Please take a moment to read one of more of the following if you would like to learn more, talk with your veterinarian or message me (Adopt Charleston Cats) with your questions.
It is also important to note that if a cat has ever received the FIV Vaccine, they will test positive for the virus. Many veterinarians today no longer recommend the vaccination especially in those cats who will always be indoors and not exposed to the possibility of being in contact and fighting with cats who are positive. Discuss this possibility with your veterinarian if you adopt a rescue who has tested positive and the cat has not exhibited any of the typical illnesses that are seen in FIV+ cats.
Recommended websites and resources:
http://www.fivcatrescue.org/fiv-myths.html
http://chewonthis.maddiesfund.org/2015/12/how-long-do-fiv-infected-cats-live/
http://bestfriends.org/Resources/Pet-Care/Cats/Health-And-Care/FAQs-About-FIV/
http://www.v63.net/catsanctuary/fiv_faq.html
There are a number of reputable websites that discuss FIV, including the many myths regarding this virus. It is no longer a reason for euthanasia and these cats are often the most loving of any felines found at area shelters once they are in a home where they can feel relaxed. Please take a moment to read one of more of the following if you would like to learn more, talk with your veterinarian or message me (Adopt Charleston Cats) with your questions.
It is also important to note that if a cat has ever received the FIV Vaccine, they will test positive for the virus. Many veterinarians today no longer recommend the vaccination especially in those cats who will always be indoors and not exposed to the possibility of being in contact and fighting with cats who are positive. Discuss this possibility with your veterinarian if you adopt a rescue who has tested positive and the cat has not exhibited any of the typical illnesses that are seen in FIV+ cats.
Recommended websites and resources:
http://www.fivcatrescue.org/fiv-myths.html
http://chewonthis.maddiesfund.org/2015/12/how-long-do-fiv-infected-cats-live/
http://bestfriends.org/Resources/Pet-Care/Cats/Health-And-Care/FAQs-About-FIV/
http://www.v63.net/catsanctuary/fiv_faq.html
