Gilbert

Gilbert may be just the dose of sweetness and sensitivity you need wrapped in a warm vibrant orange coat. Gilbert's journey to find a loving home of his own has been a long one. He was initially adopted from a shelter in Pasadena before he developed cryptococcosis a noncontagious and treatable infection. Sweet Gilbert ended up being stranded for over a year in Glendale Animal Hospital until a kind soul supported his transfer to us. His cryptococcosis is being treated and you may not even realize he has it when you see him. And most importantly a cryptococcosis infection can't spread to humans or other cats. Despite the challenges he's faced Gilbert remains a beacon of positivity and love ready to bring warmth and companionship to his forever home. Gilbert is sure to flourish in a loving environment that appreciates his easy-going nature. He does have his boundaries but mostly he's after as much attention as you can give him. As a very good boy with a heart of gold Gilbert is ready to shower his new family with endless affection and charm. Don't make Gilbert wait any longer to have a place to call his own. He has tested positive for FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus). FIV is not a big deal; given proper care and attention, an FIV+ cat will live the same lifespan as an FIV negative cat. The disease is extremely hard to transmit from cat to cat, requiring direct blood contact (typically from a deep puncture wound). It is not transmissable to humans. Click here for a basic FAQ about FIV. If you'd like to read a much more detailed and comprehensive FAQ about FIV, we recommend this site https://resources.bestfriends.org/article/fiv-cats-feline-immunodeficiency-virus-faqs If you are interested in learning more about this kitty or in adopting him please email the Sanctuary: [email protected]