Cocoa-bean

Gorgeous and sweet Cocoa at 13 years strong is one of the most loving and resilient torti gals you could ever meet. We feel we are on repeat, because this darling girl was once again abandoned only this time in a carrier where thankfully a Good Samaritan found her and brought her to AACC. We were also grateful her microchip was still linked to her as AACC contacted us and we were able to get her back to us safe and sound. <br/><br/>The most radical change is her ears, which were destroyed by ear mites and possible infections that were not treated. This is information from our vet:<br/><br/>Cocoa's visit today confirmed that while her ears have permanent structural changes from past problems. there is no active Infection. The narrowing of her ear canals makes her more prone to future Infections. Our focus is on preventative care to keep her comfortable and healthy. Cocoa's ears have permanent changes from past infections and mite infestations. Fibrosis: This is scarring of the ear flaps (pinnae), which makes them feel thick<br/>and less flexible. It's a result of chronic inflammation. Stenosis: This means her ear canals are much narrower than normal. This traps wax and debris, creating a perfect environment for yeast and bacteria to grow, leading to infections. Regular cleaning is the best way to manage these changes and prevent future<br/>painful infections.<br/><br/>When to contact the vet:<br/>Due to the narrowing of her ear canals, Cocoa is predisposed to ear infections. Please monitor for the following signs:<br/>1. Excessive head shaking<br/>2. Scratching at or around the ears<br/>3. Any new or unusual odor from the ears.<br/>4. Visible discharge or redness<br/><br/>Cocoa is the most affectionate, unassuming sweetheart and we will be doing everything in our power to ensure that her next home is truly her purrever home. The way this sweet girl has been treated over and over is inexcusable and with our adoption policies further developed over the last two years, our adoption connections have been much more successful. Cocoa is playful, has purrsonality plus and deserves a family that will be hers furever and cherish her for the wonderful, loving darling she is. <br/><br/>The information below was from 2022, before her most recent adoption. :<br/>Cocoa-bean (as we affectionately call her) was adopted from AHS 4 years ago and was sadly left at AACC. When a family adopts from AHS they sign a contract that states they are to return the cat if they no longer plan on keeping her. We know life happens and can be complicated, however Cocoa was given to another home first and then she was left at the other shelter. She is so purrecious and sweet so we are a bit confused as to why the contract wasnt followed. Thankfully her microchip was linked back to AHS so back she came.

Gorgeous and sweet Cocoa at 13 years strong is one of the most loving and resilient torti gals you could ever meet. We feel we are on repeat, because this darling girl was once again abandoned only this time in a carrier where thankfully a Good Samaritan found her and brought her to AACC. We were also grateful her microchip was still linked to her as AACC contacted us and we were able to get her back to us safe and sound.

The most radical change is her ears, which were destroyed by ear mites and possible infections that were not treated. This is information from our vet:

Cocoa's visit today confirmed that while her ears have permanent structural changes from past problems. there is no active Infection. The narrowing of her ear canals makes her more prone to future Infections. Our focus is on preventative care to keep her comfortable and healthy. Cocoa's ears have permanent changes from past infections and mite infestations. Fibrosis: This is scarring of the ear flaps (pinnae), which makes them feel thick

Gorgeous and sweet Cocoa at 13 years strong is one of the most loving and resilient torti gals you could ever meet. We feel we are on repeat, because this darling girl was once again abandoned only this time in a carrier where thankfully a Good Samaritan found her and brought her to AACC. We were also grateful her microchip was still linked to her as AACC contacted us and we were able to get her back to us safe and sound.

The most radical change is her ears, which were destroyed by ear mites and possible infections that were not treated. This is information from our vet:

Cocoa's visit today confirmed that while her ears have permanent structural changes from past problems. there is no active Infection. The narrowing of her ear canals makes her more prone to future Infections. Our focus is on preventative care to keep her comfortable and healthy. Cocoa's ears have permanent changes from past infections and mite infestations. Fibrosis: This is scarring of the ear flaps (pinnae), which makes them feel thick
and less flexible. It's a result of chronic inflammation. Stenosis: This means her ear canals are much narrower than normal. This traps wax and debris, creating a perfect environment for yeast and bacteria to grow, leading to infections. Regular cleaning is the best way to manage these changes and prevent future
painful infections.

When to contact the vet:
Due to the narrowing