Can You Adopt a Cat on a Tight Budget?
Adopting a cat doesn't have to be expensive. With smart budgeting and the right resources, even those on a tight income can provide a loving, healthy home for a feline companion.
Meet Bawls, an affectionate and people-oriented "champion couch-potato" who loves to cuddle and be part of your routine. He is FIV+ but can live a long, happy life with routine vet care and an indoor home. Bawls gets along well with cats (especially other FIV+ cats) and kids. He's looking for a family to provide a warm lap and help him on a fun wellness journey to manage his weight.
Special Needs
FIV+ (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) positive, requires portion control and playtime for weight management.
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