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Feline Infectious Rhinotracheitis (Feline Herpesvirus-1): Symptoms and Treatment
Feline infectious rhinotracheitis, or cat flu caused by feline herpesvirus-1, is a highly contagious upper-respiratory disease. It produces sneezing, eye and nose discharge, conjunctivitis, and fever, and can cause serious eye ulcers and abortion in pregnant cats.
Feline Panleukopenia (Feline Distemper): Symptoms and Treatment
Feline panleukopenia, also called feline distemper or infectious enteritis, is a highly contagious and often fatal viral disease of cats. It causes high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, and a dangerous drop in white blood cells, and is especially deadly to kittens.
Cat Cold vs. Feline Herpesvirus (Cat Flu): What’s the Difference?
Feline herpesvirus (cat flu / infectious rhinotracheitis) is a serious, potentially fatal respiratory disease with fever, eye inflammation, and high mortality in kittens, while an ordinary cat cold causes mild sneezing and clear discharge. Vaccination and lysine supplementation help prevent it.
What to Do About Coccidia Infection in Dogs
Pet coccidia is a terrible parasite; worse is an owner who does not even know coccidia - is that you?
Feline Infectious Respiratory Diseases: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Lethargy, loss of appetite, sneezing, and persistent runny nose in cats often signal an upper respiratory infection, a highly contagious disease that is especially dangerous for kittens.
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.
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.
The Truth About Cat Vaccinations
A cat's resistance changes with age: weak in infancy before the body peaks, and declining again in old age.
Cat Vaccination: What to Know Before and After
Vaccines work with your cat's immune system to build protection before real exposure. Here is how immunity develops, the main vaccine types, and the schedule and side-effects every cat owner should understand.
Can an Indoor Cat Still Get Feline Panleukopenia?
Even strictly indoor cats can catch panleukopenia, because owners may carry the virus home on shoes and clothing. Regular vaccination is the only reliable protection. Early signs include lethargy, poor appetite, and soft stools.