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Cat Health:
Feline Parvo (Panleukopenia Virus)

 

This virus is similar in nature to the dog's parvo virus, however is only infectious to cats.  Most cats affected are young and unvaccinated.  In vaccinated cats, the disease is virtually non-existent.

The virus is spread in saliva, urine, and feces.  Areas infected with feline panleukopenia need to be disinfected with a bleach solution.

Treatment of affected cats is supportive, supplying fluids and antibiotics to the patient.  Recovery depends upon the severity of infection.
Prevention through routine vaccination is extremely effective.