Why are the kittens and cats often sick with Upper Respiratory Infections and should I be concerned to adopt?
Absolutely not! Sadly this type of illness becomes quite common in any shelter, whether here or the states. When so many kittens and cats are together and so many volunteers are passing through each day it is very hard for germs not to be spread throughout the shelter. Rest assured the paws volunteers work their hardest to keep the kittens and cats healthy by washing hands between rooms, using clean mops and litter scoops, and always providing clean bowls. If need be they will be taken to the vet and provided medication when needed. Chances are if you decide to adopt a kitten who has a small case of the sniffles when they go home it will clear up within a week or so of being separated from the rest of the animals. If not a short round of antibiotics will clear it up just like a common cold in humans.
