Do all shelter cats have herpes?
Most cats entering animal shelters already have feline herpes virus and/or feline calicivirus and may start to show clinical signs and shed virus when they become stressed from being in a shelter environment.
Is it common for cats to get feline herpes?
Because the virus is highly contagious, it is common in catteries, shelters and multi-cat households. Some cats who become infected with feline herpes are latent carriers.
Can a latent carrier of feline herpes show symptoms?
Some cats who become infected with feline herpes are latent carriers. Even though they will never display symptoms, they can still pass the virus on to other cats. Stress can cause these carriers to “shed” the virus, exhibiting mild symptoms, which clear up on their own after a few days.
Is there any way to prevent feline herpes?
In many cases, feline herpes can be prevented. The most important prevention method is vaccination with the FVRCP vaccine, also known as the distemper vaccine for cats. The FVR portion of the vaccine stands for feline herpes.
How is the herpes virus transmitted from mother to Kitten?
● Transmission from mother to kittens during their first few weeks of life The cat herpes virus is very contagious and is often transmitted in environments where many cats live together (such as shelters or multi-cat households). Which Cats Are Prone to the Herpes Virus?
Why does my cat have feline herpes virus?
Feline herpes virus, or FVR, is an acute upper respiratory infection caused by feline herpesvirus type 1 or FHV-1. Feline herpes is the most common cause of upper respiratory distress in cats. It’s common in kittens, and in cats who must endure stressed or overcrowded environments, such as those found in animal shelters.
Some cats who become infected with feline herpes are latent carriers. Even though they will never display symptoms, they can still pass the virus on to other cats. Stress can cause these carriers to “shed” the virus, exhibiting mild symptoms, which clear up on their own after a few days.
Can a cat with feline herpes live a healthy life?
Many people might not even be aware their cats have feline herpes because the kitties display no symptoms. With prompt attention from your vet and some simple management techniques, cats with feline herpes will continue to live happy, healthy lives. Tell us:What about you?
In many cases, feline herpes can be prevented. The most important prevention method is vaccination with the FVRCP vaccine, also known as the distemper vaccine for cats. The FVR portion of the vaccine stands for feline herpes.