NY Shelter Makes Plea to Find Home for Year-Old Cat with Medical Condition Who Nobody Wants
On August 4, Insider shared a news report about a beautiful black cat named Annie located at the Dutchess County SPCA in New York who has been overlooked for two years due to a medical condition.
Annie suffers from Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome, a neurological disorder that causes small seizures. Annie is being treated with medicine to control these seizures, but this beautiful cat still has yet to find a forever home.
The shelter posts, "When Annie arrived at Dutchess County SPCA, she exhibited a troubling symptom... she would have seizures and bite her tail, causing open wounds. We were so sorry for poor Annie-- our expert medical team was determined to get to the bottom of her seizures. They discovered she has a rare disorder called Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome. We put her on a daily regimen of anti-seizure medication and she has responded beautifully Her personality is blossoming and she is feeling much better."
Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome, also known as twitchy cat disease, can cause symptoms like a cat biting or licking the lower back, sides, hind paws, rear, or tail, having dilated pupils, excessive meowing or howling, rippling or twitching of skin on the lower back and tiredness. Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome is most common in young cats, under 7 years old. The average age is 1 year old.
Annie's condition is controlled by medication and she sounds like she would make an absolutely wonderful pet. Insider reports, "Her self-inflicted tail injuries have all healed and her true temperament now shows through," they said. "She now asks for cuddles and enjoys the enrichment we've been giving her like her treats, toys, and a sunny spot by the window all on her own."
If you would like more information about making a donation or filling out an application to adopt Annie, you can visit the website for the Duchess County SPCA in New York here.
Here's hoping this sweet cat finds a loving forever home soon!
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