When a cat needs above-and-beyond help, we can step in because you support our work. Right now, Shailene could use a helping hand.
This darling young cat has the sweetest disposition, and loves to play with her sister and best friend, Reese — but Shailene has had chronic upper respiratory infections and nose bleeds since November, which haven’t improved with the usual medications. Her original diagnosis was calicivirus, a serious but highly treatable condition. With further investigation, we determined that she has a hole in her soft palate that connects to her nasal passages. She’ll need a rhinoscopy and CT scan to determine the best course of action for her treatment. The initial estimate for this care is $6,000, and once we get a prognosis, more medical work may be needed for her to make a recovery.
Shailene at Oakland Animal Services.
We want to get Shailene healthy, so that she and Reese can get adopted. We know these sweet girls can help bring joy, love, and comfort to some lucky family — all they need is a chance.
We’ve applied for grant funding for Shailene’s medical expenses, but the available funds won’t cover the full cost of her care. Will you join us on Team Shailene, and help get her to a specialist?
With your donation today, Shailene can have her best chance at a long, full life — and if we raise more funds than are needed for her care, we’ll be able to help even more cats get the medical care they need to thrive.
Thank you for all you do to help us give cats like Shailene and Reese a second chance!
With gratitude,
Your Cat Town team
Shailene and Reese in their foster home.