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Elf FeLV+

Male · Adult · 8 years

Elf is a wonderful, friendly cat who thoroughly enjoys human company. He willingly approaches people, cuddles up to them, and happily lets himself be petted. Elf is looking for a calm, responsible home where he can receive plenty of attention and affection. This cat is FeLV-positive. What does being FeLV-positive mean? It’s the feline leukemia virus, which can only infect CATS—not you or your dog. The virus spreads between cats through contact with saliva (shared bowls, grooming), shared litter boxes, and from mother to kittens. Cats with FeLV can live alongside other FeLV-positive cats as well as other animals—for example, rabbits. Treatment for FeLV focuses on managing its symptoms (which cats often don’t show for a long time). With proper care—such as a special diet, regular veterinary check-ups, and a safe, stress-free environment—your cat can live a long and comfortable life. 🙂

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Elf to wspaniały, przyjazny kot, który bardzo lubi kontakt z człowiekiem. Chętnie podchodzi, łasi się i z radością korzysta z głaskania. Elf szuka spokojnego, odpowiedzialnego domu, w którym otrzyma dużo uwagi oraz czułości. Ten kot jest nosicielem FeLV. Czym jest FeLV+? Jest to wirus białaczki kotów, którym zarazić się mogą TYLKO KOTY – a więc ani Ty, ani Twój pies. Przenosi się między kotami przez kontakt ze śliną (wspólne miski, pielęgnacja), wspólne kuwety i z matki na kocięta. Koty z FeLV mogą mieszkać z innymi kotami zakażonymi FeLV oraz z innymi zwierzętami – np. z królikiem. Leczenie FeLV to leczenie jego objawów (których koty często długo nie wykazują), a przy odpowiedniej opiece (dieta, regularne kontrole weterynaryjne i bezpieczne, spokojne środowisko) kot może żyć długo i komfortowo. 🙂

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇵🇱Poznan
Shelter
Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu
Living with Elf FeLV+
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu · Poznan

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Elf FeLV+ home

What you'll need for Elf FeLV+ in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

    Top-loading carriers are easier than dragging cats out of a side door.

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    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
  3. 03
    Editor's pick

    Covered Litter Box

    Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

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    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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    €30–60

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About Elf FeLV+

What life with Elf FeLV+ looks like

Elf FeLV+ is a small adult cat waiting at Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu in Poznan.

An adult cat usually shows their personality within a week. Give them a quiet room with everything they need (food, water, litter, hiding spot) and let them choose when to explore. Don't force interaction — every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

🇵🇱Adopting from Poland

Polish shelters maintain established transport routes to Germany, Netherlands, Austria, and Sweden. Animals leave sterilized and chipped. Adoption fees are typically lower than in Western Europe (often €50–€150) but adopters cover transport.

Poznan, Poland browse more cats in Poland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Elf FeLV+, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Elf FeLV+?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Elf FeLV+ on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Elf FeLV+ if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Elf FeLV+ already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most cats on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Elf FeLV+ isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu early rather than rehoming privately; they know Elf FeLV+ and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (PL). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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