03/20/2026
Meet Hope!
Hope is a girl who knows a thing or two about having your life turned upside down by unexpected news. When Hope was found by her rescuers, she thought she was preparing for a little bundle of kitten joy. At her vet visit, she found out that not only was she not expecting, but she’s also FIV+. FIV, or feline immunodeficiency virus, is a lifelong diagnosis that will require routine veterinary care. While it’s not contagious to humans or dogs and Hope can still live a very happy and long life, a lot of people are still pretty scared by the idea of welcoming in a companion who’s positive. Talk about life not going the way you expected!
When we get life changing news like Hope did, we can experience a wide range of emotions, like fear, sadness, grief, confusion, and uncertainty. We have a vision for the way our lives will go, and getting sad news or a scary diagnosis can make everything feel up in the air. In Hope’s case, like for many humans with immunodeficiency virus and other stigmatized conditions or experiences, there’s also the fear of how other people’s perception of you might change. Having a safe, confidential place to express those worries and regain a sense of confidence and direction is so important when life throws you a curveball.
If you feel like you can relate to Hope’s story, give us a call to set up counseling services- this isn’t something you have to figure out the next steps for alone. We’ve got you!
Hope is estimated to be 3-4 years old, female, spayed, and FIV+. She is available to adopt through Pawsitive Hearts Pet Therapy and Rescue. Thanks to a generous donation, her adoption fee is fully sponsored!
To read Hope’s full story and find out more about adopting her, click here
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