I first leaned about FIV Cat Rescue when I was searching online for information about FIV cats. I am a volunteer at a Non Profit shelter in Connecticut and we have recently taken in three FIV cats. I was hoping to find information resources to help us educate potential adopters about FIV. The materials were well done and presented information in a clear, attractive and professional manner. I reached out by email to this organization to ask permission to use their materials. I heard right back from Frankie who was very friendly and encouraging about the adoptability of FIV cats and not only gave our shelter permission to use any materials they have developed but included the PDF versions ready for printing. One of the best resources was an actual “script” for introducing a potential adopter to an FIV cat. What a great resource this organization is to other shelters to who have FIV cats in their population but she is also helping to educate others about FIV and therefore potentially saving these poor cats who might otherwise have no chance at a loving home.
Frankie’s organization is a wonderful resource to support people wanting to help FIV+ cats. I am a veterinary assistant with a fondness for FIV+ cats, and am often asked questions by friends and coworkers who want to learn more about FIV or help find a home for a positive cat. I have directed people to the online resources for her organization, and have also spoken to her personally on multiple occasions. She is dedicated, helpful, organized, and efficient. I do not currently volunteer with any feline or veterinary organizations, but I’ve volunteered with several in the past and am well aware what a massive undertaking volunteer rescue is, especially as the organization’s leader.
Thank you Frankie for your invaluable help. We now have our FIV + Cats gaining exposure in one of our PetSmart Adoption Centers & within 1 day, our beloved Samson found his new home!
fivcat 09/16/2019
Glad we could help with getting PetSmart Adoption Center to allow FIV cats at their adoptions. We are excited for your Samson and his new family. Woot! Thank you for all you do for the kitties of this world and for finding homes for FIV cats.
FIV Cat Rescue is one of the most comprehensive resources about FIV positive cats that I've ever seen. I am Executive Director and Founder of Carol's Ferals and we use FIV Cat Rescue's information often as we are working toward dispelling the myth that FIV cats can't live good lives. They're changing the landscape for these cats and we're very grateful to have found them. Kudos to FIV Cat Rescue for all your work to bring attention to these cats that were previously vilified. You're PAWsome! Some of our FIV+ boys would like to thank you all. With love from Bismark, Gums and Muskegon.
fivcat 09/18/2016
Thank you too for all you do for our feline friends!
FIV Cat Rescue is a valuable resource. They are my "go to" people for questions pertaining to the FIV cats at the rescue I work with. It is alarming how many vets and other animal specialists that have misconceptions about FIV cats and this organization works hard to dispel those beliefs. They are always quick to respond to any query.
fivcat 09/18/2016
Thank you for the kind words. We're so happy to find more organizations and volunteers, like you, spreading the word.
My experience with this rescue has been through Facebook and networking cats at the shelter I work at. FIV Cat Rescue are tremendous advocates for FIV positive cats to help dispel the outdated and many times downright incorrect myths and assumptions about these cats which causes them to still be euthanized in most shelters. Their advocacy is helping to educate the public, as well as people in the animal sheltering field, to give these cats the chances they deserve to find homes and stop making FIV a death sentence for cats!
As a fellow cat rescuer I know how hard it is to place special kitties. Frankie does a wonderful job on educating the public on FIV+ cats as well as assisting the public with placing and adopting these special kitties. FIV+ cats are one of the greatest kitties in the world and are very lucky to have FIV Cat Rescue and Frankie on their side. This world needs more people like her.
I got great information and encouragement in dealing with my own FIV cat. I run a "normal" cat rescue, and gained confidence in keeping my old boy Winston from knowledge here.
This organization has very caring people who go above and beyond in helping cats find their forever home. Easy to work with and highly recommended.
Robert Hudson
Petradioshow dot com
FIV Cat Rescue's website is my go to site when people ask me to take their FIV+ cats because of lack of education. Their site helps teach people that FIV is really not a big deal and there is no reason for cats to be euthanized because they test positive for the virus.
I have the utmost respect and admiration for Frankie Kangas and all those who help and support her efforts with FIV Cat Rescue. Having been a proud guardian and pet parent of a rescue (feral) FIV cat myself, I know first-hand there is nothing to fear and only much love to give and receive in return when one of these felines come into your life. Thanks FIV Cat Rescue for offering the world education and truth about FIV cats and helping to save and encourage adoption into forever homes of these wonderful deserving cats.
FIV Cat Rescue began its very important work by hands on rescue of cats testing positive for FIV antibodies. Recognizing they could not take in every FIV+ cat, they soon began their greater work. That work is to help folks recognize that FiV is not a death sentence. That these cats can live long and healthy lives.
FIV Cat Rescue's website is unparalleled. This site shares the most up to date FIV research, helping to inform and educate other rescues, shelters and individuals, thus saving countless lives. It also serves as a network to help find homes for FIV+ cats.
Kudos for FIV Cat Rescue!