ADOPTED!
Who wouldn’t want a teddy bear of their own to cuddle with? Would it matter to you that he was black? Would any details really matter, if your soft, furry friend filled you with warmth and smiles each and every day – just by having him near you? Teddy is looking for someone to love him.
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See those eyes? They’re the face of an AHF celebrity – well, of sorts, anyway. Teddy is loved by everyone he meets. And he loves them right back. He adores attention. He’s unmistakably a people-cat. He gets along well with other cats, too. I nominate Teddy for Mr. Congeniality of the Year.
Teddy’s a young lad, born three years ago this month. He’s beautiful, healthy, friendly, and would make an awesome companion. So why is he considered less-adoptable then? Poor guy has two strikes against him for adoption. He’s black, and he’s “special-needs”.
As a household here with lots of black fur on our clothes, we just don’t understand the bias against dark-colored pets. But it’s there, and it is without question an impediment to a great pet getting his forever home. Teddy wears a stunning black fur coat, accented with white hairs for a wow-factor. He’s an esteemed member of FBKK – Freddy’s Black Kat Klub.
“Special-needs”. Not really. You see, Teddy tested positive for FIV. The Feline Immunodeficiency Virus is not the horrible bogeyman people have thought it to be. It has been found that if you feed a quality diet to a FIV+ cat and keep up with the usual veterinary care (checkups, vaccinations) – that cat can live a long, healthy and happy life.
So, although he technically is a special-needs cat, Teddy does not require anything special. A responsible pet guardian’s care and love are all that’s needed. And judging by those who’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Teddy – that would be so easy to do.
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Interested in meeting Teddy? In the Chicagoland area? He’s thrilling his adoring fans at Almost Home Foundation. Teddy is fully vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, litterbox trained, and healthy – just waiting for his own Forever Home.
Until I started blogging, I didn’t realise some people were iffy about black cats and dogs. I still don’t get it.
I just wanted to say a HUGE thank you for your support and advice. A local has since left a comment that council workers on the ground have been telling local dogowners that changes are coming and to enjoy the parks while they can!
No wonder there’s confusion. I’m glad I have Mr C’s comment up in a post in black and white. I also feel somewhat vindicated now, in my misinformation lol.
Have a great weekend, Kim! x
Those who work in shelters and rescues see the black bias all the time, and it’s just heartbreaking! You, my dear, are now among the ones aware of it. And yes, it makes no sense.
I am so happy for you! I just knew it – you were doing the right thing all along, standing up for what you think is important. And speaking up about it. Thank god you’ve got that comment up! You go girl – they better not mess with the likes of you!
Teddy is so very handsome! Black is purrfect. FIV+, so what! This handsome lad deserves the purrfect forever home!
…and that’s a fact, if Brian says so! Of anyone, you surely know best. Thanks, Brian, we’ll pass on the compliment to Teddy 🙂
Oh how I wish that Teddy gets a loving home, real soon. And indeed, I’m sure he is a most congenial cat! 🙂 Cats, regardless of colour, must be cherished. Arf! Did I say that! Yikes! 🙂
Pawsitive wishes and doggy kisses, Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet star xx
Hi, Penny! That is so kind of you to say, and yes – a bit surprising. BOL Wishes and doggy kisses forwarded to Teddy! xx
Teddy is beautiful! i hope he finds a forever home soon…. I hate that black cats have it so hard.