I would not mix kittens with an FeLV+ cat or kitten,
as their immune systems are not fully developed and
are more susceptible to contracting the virus.  Adult
cats I feel are most likely ok to exposure, although I
wouldn't bet my life on it.

:)
Wendy

--- Pam Norman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> I know that finally mixing FIV & non FIV kitties is
> FINALLY being accepted but I am wondering as to what
> you all here think about mixing FeLv & non FeLv
> kitties.  My daughter adopted a kitten years ago
> that was not tested for FeLv until she was about 3
> months old. When she was tested, it was positive.
> They already had another cat & the two had been
> together since little Juniper arrived, so
> essentially 3 months. Jonas was tested & he was
> negative. I believe he was given the vaccine then.
> Juniper has since gone to the bridge & Jonas is
> still healthy & non FeLv.
> 
> I know that there are many folks who do mix but I
> would like to hear the feelings about it here. 
> 
> Pam
> 
> 
> Hurricane Katrina's terrible message:  if it is too
> dangerous for YOU to stay behind as a disaster
> approaches, then why would you leave your PETS
> behind?  Never ever ever leave them behind!  Have
> enough crates for all & take them with you!  They
> are your family!


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