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spcaLA Spay/Neuter Center

Feral Cat Guidelines

1. All ferals must be brought to the Center in a trap.
2. Felv/FIV testing is available for a fee.
3. Felv/FIV positive ferals that are non-debilitated will be operated on with the owner understanding there is an increased risk of complications including death.
4. If any kitten less than 6 months of age tests positive for FIV and is non-debilitated, it is recommended that the kitten be retested in 2 months.
5. If any cat older than 6 months of age tests positive for FIV it is recommended to retest immediately with Western Blot.
6. If any kitten or cat tests positive for Felv it is recommended to retest immediately with IFA.
7. If a feral kitten or cat is debilitated and suffering, euthanasia is available and we will not perform surgery.
8. Felv vaccines will not be administered to a Felv positive feral.
9. We strongly advise humane euthanasia for any Felv/FIV positive ferals that will not be kept solely indoors to inhibit the spread of the disease to other outdoor cats.
10. All ferals will have their left ear tipped.
11. Ear mite treatment will be available at time of surgery if requested for a fee.

spcaLA thanks the PetSmart Charities

The spcaLA Spay/Neuter Center is made possible by a generous grant from PetSmart Charities, considerations from the David Bohnett Foundation, the estate of Diana Levin and the DJ&T Foundation and your generous support.