One Year. One Street King. One More Legend Rescued.
Whitey was a beat-up street tomcat who showed up at one of Long Beach Felines' foster homes in Anaheim back in 2025, looking like he had been through it all. He wasn't ready to be rescued the first time around. After disappearing for a few months, he came back one day like he had finally made his decision.
No fight. No running. Just a calm little surrender. His rescuer was able to gently scoop him up with a towel and place him into an empty catio. After a year-long mission, Whitey was finally safe.
Once he was inside, this street king was given the care he deserved. He was fully vetted, receiving his medical care, vaccines, testing, neuter, and everything needed to start his next chapter. During his vet check, he tested positive for FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) — which is common for street cats. FIV mainly spreads through deep bite wounds. No, humans can't get it. Sharing food, grooming, and kisses are safe, and FIV+ cats can live happy, healthy lives with proper care.
Whitey's story is a reminder that every street king and queen deserves patience, compassion, and another chance. Sometimes the hardest cats to catch are just waiting until they're ready.
And yes — this beautiful boy is available for adoption. Follow us @felinegoodsocialclub.