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Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV): Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV): Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), often called 'feline AIDS,' is a chronic retroviral infection of cats first identified in 1987. It weakens the immune system so cats become vulnerable to secondary infections. Unlike human HIV, FIV is not sexually transmitted; it spreads mainly through bite wounds and shared saliva, and infected cats often live a normal lifespan. The virus does not infect humans.

Diseases πŸ“… May 9, 2026
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What are some cute and affordable dog breeds?

Before choosing a dog, think about what suits you and your life. Shelters are a great low-cost optionβ€”many dogs there are vaccinated and neutered, and adopting an adult skips the fragile puppy stage.

Q&A πŸ“… May 5, 2021
Feline Leukemia: Symptoms and Treatment

Feline Leukemia: Symptoms and Treatment

Feline AIDS and feline leukemia are topics owners avoid; clinically similar yet different. There is a separate article on feline AIDS for those interested.

Pet Health πŸ“… January 9, 2021
Feline AIDS (FIV): Symptoms and Treatment

Feline AIDS (FIV): Symptoms and Treatment

Feline AIDS (FAIDS) is a contagious disease in cats caused by Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), which attacks the immune system and makes cats more vulnerable to other infections.

Pet Health πŸ“… January 9, 2021
Symptoms of Demodectic Mange (Demodex) in Dogs

Symptoms of Demodectic Mange (Demodex) in Dogs

Demodectic mange is a very common skin disease in dogs, caused mainly by abnormal proliferation of Demodex mites. Every species, including humans, has its own mites. Demodex rarely causes disease in cats, horses, cattle, or people because it is not contagious. This article lists the skin signs and the juvenile and adult forms.

Pet Health πŸ“… January 9, 2021