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How long will a Domestic Cat live with FIV?
A domestic cat can live with the disease FIV for several years.
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.
Does a cat with FIV infect another cat?
Only through deep bite or scratch wounds where the saliva of the cat who is infected enters the other cat's bloodstream, or from pregnant cats to their offspring.
If your cat has FIV Can you catch it?
FIV in cats is Feline Immunodeficiancy Virus. It's similar to HIV in humans but it's important to note that FIV is NOT transmissable to humans! It can, however, be transmitted to other cats via bites.From the site www.animalhealthchannel.com/fiv"Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) causes an infectious disease in domestic cats and cheetahs similar to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV infection) in humans.It attacks and weakens the body's immune system, making the animal susceptible to infections and diseases that don't usually affect healthy cats. There is no cure for FIV, and the use of vaccines to prevent infection is somewhat controversial.FIV is a lentivirus, a virus that causes slowly developing disease. Though eventually fatal, an FIV-positive cat can live for many years without any signs of illness.PrevalenceFIV occurs worldwide and its prevalence varies geographically. About 1.5% to 3% of cats in the United States are infected with FIV. About 5% of FIV-positive cats also have feline leukemia virus (FeLV)."
Can cats get AIDS?
Cats can't "catch" AIDS from a human being.Humans can suffer from HIV, or Human Immunodeficiency Virus but a cat can only suffer from the feline version, which is called Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (or FIV).How sad!Believe it or not, cats can contract FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) which is a feline version of the AIDS virus. FIV is part of the same family of viruses as the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Just like the human variety, FIV attacks the cat's immune system; weakening it and leaving the cat prone to a variety of illnesses and infections.FIV is most often found in blood, saliva and other fluids. The most common means of transmission is through bite wounds. FIV, like HIV, can also be transmitted via sexual activity, and the infected mother can pass it onto her kittens.While there is no cure, a cat can live many years in relative comfort with the right care and proper treatments.
What happens if you get bitten by a cat with fiv?
If you get bitten by a cat with Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), there is a risk of infection, but FIV is specific to cats and does not transmit to humans. However, cat bites can lead to serious bacterial infections due to the bacteria in a cat's mouth. It’s important to clean the wound thoroughly and seek medical attention to prevent complications. Always consult a healthcare professional if you experience a cat bite.
Can you get aids from a cat?
No. FIV and HIV are truly like apples and oranges. While both are fruits, they can only grow on a specific tree.I had an FIV positive cat for 6 years until his immune system could no longer keep up. There is no danger of infection to you; however it is imperative that you keep the cat isolated from other cats at all times, which usually means keeping them indoors. He/she will be highly susceptable to infection, and will require extra cleaning care. Otherwise they are just as wonderful and safe to keep as any other cat.
How long cat cats live with arthritis?
It should not make too much difference unless the effected joints become to badly damaged that they begin-to get infected
How long can Andean cats live?
how long does an andean cat live for
Can you get rinworm from cat poop?
Yes. If the cat's feces are infected with ringworm and it is ingested, then the person who ingests it will be infected by the ringworm.
Can a cat give humans tapeworms?
not unless the human is infected the same way as the cat, by consuming an infected flea. otherwise, no they cannot
How many do a cat live?
if you mean how long does a cat live, this depends on its health, some breeds can live as long as 20-23 years , if a cat goes outside this can take 5 to 7 years off its life span, a cat that only stays indoors or in an enclosed area can live much longer.
