Are your cat's shots up to date?
By Arrianee LeBeau KVAL NewsSPRINGFIELD, Ore - An increase in recent cases of feline distemper (Panleukopenia) in cats seen at Information for concerned pet owners from McKenzie Animal Hospital press release: · Feline panleukopenia (FP) is a highly contagious viral disease of cats caused by the feline parvovirus · Symptoms include: generalized depression, loss of appetite, high fever, lethargy, vomiting, severe diarrhea, nasal discharge, and dehydration. · Infection occurs when cats come in contact with the blood, urine, stool, nasal secretions, or even the fleas from infected cats. · The virus that causes FP is difficult to destroy and resistant to many disinfectants. · While cats of any age may be infected with the feline parvovirus that causes FP, young kittens, sick cats, and unvaccinated cats are most susceptible. · The likelihood of recovery from FP for infected kittens less than eight weeks old is poor. Older cats have a greater chance of survival if adequate treatment is provided early Veterinarian Brooke Jacoby said you should have your cat vaccinated for Feline Distemper every 1-3 years depending on its lifestyle.
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