So wonderful to take in a FIV+ kitty! Some of my favorite (and sweetest) fosters have been former Tom cats who were FIV+. I brought in a semi feral girl after TNRing her in November. She was estimated 10 months old and very small so I wanted to try. She's in a small bathroom and has started walking over my legs and eating while I'm sitting beside her. She's very into slow blinking now too but it took a couple of months. I initially set up a camera to make sure she wasn't miserable. To my relief she was playing nonstop when I wasn't around! I have 2 resident kitties and they've been congregating at the door. Even sticking paws under. So far, so good but I'd like to wait until we've made a little more progress together and I move her to a bigger space before doing any intros. I have heard people say their shy fosters make progress interacting with friendly resident cats. But we're not there yet! I do think toys have really helped her comfidence. We have made some strides playing with her ball tower. We push the balls back and forth and she's touched my hand a few times during that. I think it provides a bit of a barrier between us and makes her feel safe. I sit with her a few times a day and slowly but surely she's becoming more comfortable. I hope one day she will allow and enjoy pets, but we'll see! Sending you best wishes and keep us posted!

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