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Erika, Have your Tinkerbell and Bernie had their shots? I've heard and read that too, about FeLV being spread by mutual grooming, sharing food dishes and litter boxes. I guess somewhere, somehow that was documented, but a lot of the folks on this list mix, myself included, and none of my negatives have turned up positive, (quick say a prayer!). There's no denying that keeping them separated is safer, but mine where mixed before I learned of my positives' status, (I don't think I'd have separated them anyway). If your house kitties haven't had their shots, I would definitely segregate them from Tom until they do, and for two weeks after. Do Tinkerbell and Bernie go outside? If they do, Tom is probably at greater health risk from them, then the other way around, (they could bring in illness from the outside world and infect Tom). If Tom is asymptomatic, (not showing any signs of illness), after having survived on the street for at least two years, then that's wonderful, and bodes well for him. What are the living arrangements now? Was Tom neutered before you brought him in? If he's intact, he'll be more likely to squabble with your other two. I also ask because the stress of surgery can be dangerous for our +s as well. Do Tinkerbell and Bernie get along with him? Is he already inside with the other cats? Take the transition slow, stress is a high risk factor for triggering problems with FeLV too. Welcome to the list and thank you for rescuing Tom, he's a lucky boy to have found you. Nina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chris, |
