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How risky is it to house a cat infected with HIV with non-infected cats?
Cats actually do not become infected with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus); they have their own related virus called FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus). Your cat cannot infect you with FIV, so you are not at risk for any disease. The short answer is, you will end up with a full house of FIV-positive cats - the virus is fairly contagious among cats that are commingled. However, if you keep all the cats indoors and don't bring new cats in, the cats you have can live a relatively normal life. Once your last FIV-positive cat passes away, you should thoroughly clean your house before bringing in any new cats to ensure the virus is gone.
Can cats get sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)?
Yes, cats can get sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukemia virus (FeLV) through mating or close contact with infected cats.
How do cats get parvo?
Cats do not get parvo; it is a canine virus that primarily affects dogs. Cats can, however, get a similar virus called panleukopenia, which is sometimes referred to as feline parvovirus, but it is a different virus that affects cats specifically.
I have 2 feral cats I feed twice a day can their bowls get infected by a virus and spread to my indoor cats and dogs?
Yes. Use separate bowls and wash all bowls frequently.
How risky is it to house an otherwise healthy cat infected with FIP with non-infected cats a friend is coming to stay with a 10-year old cat with benign FIP - will this jeopardize my two healthy cats?
Healthy? If it has FIP it is going to die within a few weeks. If it is carrying the virus that mutates into FIP, no big deal, most cats have already had the virus. While the virus is contageous, if the other cat has been in a house with five or fewer cats for at least three months, the virus is gone. It is not generally recommended that they be comingled. Certainly, though, it's fine to have the FIP cat in one room or one section of the house, and your non-infected cats in another section. This website has some good Q and A about FIP: http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/brochures/fip.html Also: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feline_infectious_peritonitis
Can dogs give distemper to cats?
No; feline distemper is a completely different virus from canine distemper. Although some larger species from the cat family (e.g. lions) can be infected by canine distemper virus.
What does the medical abbreviation FeLV mean?
FeLV stands for Feline Leukemia Virus, a retrovirus that causes leukemia in infected cats and undermines their immune systems.
How does the west nile virus spread?
West Nile virus is primarily transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito. However transmission has also been documented through blood transfusions and from mother to baby through transplacental transmission and through breast feeding.
What is SIV in Cats?
SIV stands for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, which is a virus that affects the immune system of cats. It is similar to HIV in humans and can lead to a weakened immune system, making the cat more susceptible to infections and other illnesses. There is no cure for SIV, but with proper care, infected cats can live long and relatively healthy lives.
What has the author Aimee Sue Reel written?
Aimee Sue Reel has written: 'Enumeration of lymphocyte subpopulations bearing erythrocyte and surface immunoglobulin markers in normal cats and cats naturally infected with feline leukemia virus' -- subject(s): Lymphocytes, Retroviruses
Can cats get Flu?
Yes, a 13-year old cat was diagnosed with the H1N1 virus after its owners were infected with Swine Flu.See related questions below about other animals and H1N1/09 infections.
Can cats get the Swine Flu?
Yes, a 13-year old cat was diagnosed with the H1N1 virus after its owners were infected with swine flu.See related questions below about other animals and H1N1/09 infections.
