In our home, healing is a shared effort and that includes our
FIV-positive cat, Buddy. As my husband rests in his recliner, recovering from being
ill. Buddy has become one of his most devoted companions. Curled up on his lap,
purring softly, Buddy joins our other cats in a quiet vigil of comfort and
care.
What makes this moment especially powerful is knowing Buddy’s story. He
lives with Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), a condition that often leads to
misunderstanding and fear. But here’s the truth: Buddy is just like any other
cat. He’s affectionate, playful, emotionally attuned and clearly capable of
deep empathy.
Many FIV-positive cats live long, healthy lives without symptoms. They
can safely share homes with other cats, and they deserve love, security, and a
chance to thrive. Buddy is living proof. (share a home with other cats that do
not fight as a deep bite wound with blood is how the virus is passed)
When people ask if FIV cats are “worth it,” I think of Buddy—curled up
beside my husband, offering warmth and healing in the quietest way. Buddy is
not just worth it. He’s irreplaceable.
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