Yesterday was a sad day as we lost yet another young foster cat, Rider, to Feline Leukemia (FLV), a fatal illness that is all too common for cats that live on the street.
Rider was a sweet and affectionate young female cat who was already spayed when we rescued her from the cold back in late November. She had clearly been someone's pet, but was abandoned and left out in the cold. Her little paws were so frozen that she cried in pain as they thawed while she was being transported to the vet clinic.
Rider was very happy and content in her foster home and enjoyed much love and attention during her short time there. We are so grateful she had the chance to be part of a family and know a warm lap and kind touch before she passed.
FLV is a common street disease and is prevalent in certain areas of Regina. The best way to keep your cat safe is to keep him/her inside and protected from hazards such as disease, traffic, and human cruelty!
-Alanna
1 comment:
Sooooooo sad! Some people shouldn't be allowed to own pets if that's what will happen. RIP Rider.
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