Martini

Martini is a bit particular about her favorite people; in foster care, she loves the kids but is hesitant with Dad. If the kids hand her off to Dad, she realizes he's safe and is happy to stay in his arms for a good while. She has a very powerful purring engine; she’s always purring when we hold her. She shows some interest in the resident cats in her foster home but given her physical challenges, she can't keep up with them very well. <br/><br/>This cat has a condition called Cerebellar Hypoplasia (also called "Wobbly Cat Syndrome"). This condition occurs in kittens whose mother develops an infection with the feline panleukopenia virus before they are born. A portion of the kitten’s brain development is affected, resulting in a small and less functional cerebellum. The cerebellum is involved in balance, equilibrium, muscle tone, and the coordination of voluntary motor movement. Therefore, cats with cerebellar hypoplasia tend to lack coordination. They often walk with their legs widely placed and may lean against walls for support. Sitting still, they may look like a fairly normal cat but once focused on a toy, food bowl or friendly hand, tremors become more noticeable as their concentration becomes more intense. There is no treatment for cerebellar hypoplasia. It will not improve or worsen as the cat ages. Additionally, it is important to note that despite the underlying viral cause, these cats are not infectious to other cats. This cat should be indoors only, and non-spill food dishes should be used. Most cats with this condition are happy, can have good life quality and make up in personality what they lack in motor skills.<br/><br/>Do you have questions about this animal or are you ready to take the next step to adoption? Complete our Adoption Inquiry Form (copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar) or call us 925-426-8656. We are looking forward to hearing from you!<br/><br/>https://valleyhumane.org/adopt/adoption/

Martini is a bit particular about her favorite people; in foster care, she loves the kids but is hesitant with Dad. If the kids hand her off to Dad, she realizes he's safe and is happy to stay in his arms for a good while. She has a very powerful purring engine; she’s always purring when we hold her. She shows some interest in the resident cats in her foster home but given her physical challenges, she can't keep up with them very well.

This cat has a condition called Cerebellar Hypoplasia (also called "Wobbly Cat Syndrome"). This condition occurs in kittens whose mother develops an infection with the feline panleukopenia virus before they are born. A portion of the kitten’s brain development is affected, resulting in a small and less functional cerebellum. The cerebellum is involved in balance, equilibrium, muscle tone, and the coordination of voluntary motor movement. Therefore, cats with cerebellar hypoplasia tend to lack coordination. They often walk with their legs widely placed and may lean against walls for

Martini is a bit particular about her favorite people; in foster care, she loves the kids but is hesitant with Dad. If the kids hand her off to Dad, she realizes he's safe and is happy to stay in his arms for a good while. She has a very powerful purring engine; she’s always purring when we hold her. She shows some interest in the resident cats in her foster home but given her physical challenges, she can't keep up with them very well.

This cat has a condition called Cerebellar Hypoplasia (also called "Wobbly Cat Syndrome"). This condition occurs in kittens whose mother develops an infection with the feline panleukopenia virus before they are born. A portion of the kitten’s brain development is affected, resulting in a small and less functional cerebellum. The cerebellum is involved in balance, equilibrium, muscle tone, and the coordination of voluntary motor movement. Therefore, cats with cerebellar hypoplasia tend to lack coordination. They often walk with their legs widely placed and may lean against walls for support. Sitting still, they may look like a fairly normal cat but once focused on a toy, food bowl or friendly hand, tremors become more noticeable as their concentration becomes more intense. There is no treatment for cerebellar hypoplasia. It will not improve or worsen as the cat ages. Additionally, it is important to note that despite the underlying viral cause, these cats are not infectious