Taco Gato/Cat

My story

Since the day she came inside my home, she has remained. She is adjusting nicely. Taco is still a little reserved and cautious about it but seems comfortable overall. This sweet senior gal has a history she keeps to herself but this is what I know. About 6 years ago I moved into my apartment and started to notice the outside (feral) cat population. I started to rescue the kittens and a neighbor and I began TNRing the cats. Right away I noticed this precious kitty was more timid and reserved and seemed to want attention but was very scared. Over time I have gained her trust and me and my daughter were both able to pet and hold her on her terms, when she wanted. She would rub on us and actively show affection. Over the years I saw that she would get food bullied by the other cats and she had on and off URIs (upper respiratory infections / kitty colds) and started to decline. This year I was very worried because her fur was matted, oily and dirty (a sign she was not taking care of herself), she was losing weight and would disappear and be less affectionate. I wasn’t sure she would make it through this coming winter so I had to do something. I ended up getting her into a carrier and to a vet where bloodwork and a urinalysis was done as well as a full exam. She was fully vaccinated, given flea medicine as well as getting her fur cleaned and mats shaved. The vet informed me that Taco is estimated to be about 10 years old. Many thanks to Peninsula Catworks for funding Taco's vet care! She has no issue with other cats as long as they are introduced properly. I feel she would do great in more quiet home. Kids should be fine if they are older and pet savvy. I’m not sure about dogs, but I think it would be ok if the dog is calm and introduced correctly. She has some teeth/dental issues that should be addressed but she eats wet food just fine. Her test results all came back normal except that she is anemic but that is most likely due to the fleas she had long term. Taco Gato/Cat is currently living in Hayward, CA 94544-5132 More information & application [ts=1755198052&src=aap]

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