When most people hear the words “FIV+ Positive,” their first instinct is to worry. After all, Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) sounds like a dire diagnosis. But the truth is, an FIV+ Positive cat is not a sick cat, and adopting one is far from a death sentence—it’s a beautiful act of compassion that can lead to a rewarding and love-filled companionship.
In this page, we’ll break down what it really means to adopt an FIV+ Positive cat, how to care for them, and how you can help change the narrative around these often-overlooked animals.