Lets Chat About Cats - Episode 38 Featuring Paul, David and The FIV 3

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My guests today really brightened up my Sunday afternoon with their lovely chat and stories that they shared with me. Paul and David were delighted to talk to me about The FIV 3! Which in reality is really 4 but little Oreo the founding member has passed away and so the FIV 3 is only 3 as they describe as the magic number.
Paul adopted Oreo when he was looking for someone to share his home and keep him company. Knowing he did not want his cat to be outside and rather an indoor cat he started to search for the best cat who would appreciate an indoor life. Not knowing anything about FIV beforehand Paul only knew that he fell head over heels in love with little Oreo and made it his mission to adopt him. After seeing Oreo online he know that he was his cat.
Oreo was happy but Paul felt he needed some company while he was at work and so Arya came along and then later Cole. Their names are explained in the podcast and their stories too. As you know Oreo passed away and Paul was heartbroken. The episode is related to FIV but Oreo did not pass from FIV but complications relating to an earlier injury before he was adopted. It was a real tragedy but in so many ways Oreo has left behind a wonderful legacy full of love and hope for others who were just like him.
To complete the duo left behind after Oreo's passing little Bugs came along to once more complete the FIV 3!
Paul and David share their journey and life with the cats as well as the problems they have faced together, the heartbreak and the fun and happy times too. I truly felt warm listening to them talking to openly and if I was a cat I surely would feel nothing but love in this household!
FIV is not a death sentence and Paul explains how these cats can live happy and enriched lives full of fun and that there is no reason to be afraid of what we often do not know, miseducation and untrue facts found on the internet do not paint a true and accurate picture which is why Paul set up his own page sharing his cats but also a Facebook Group so that other FIV cat owners can share stories and knowledge as well as positive experiences. It really is helpful to have these avenues to come and feel comfortable in asking for help or advice and people are always happy to help.
Please enjoy this warm episode and if you want to follow the cats then you can find them here (2) The FIV Three | Facebook and also join the group to meet other members (2) FIV+ Positive Support For Cat Owners | Facebook
Thanks for listening!
Fiona X

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