Feline pt. 1

What is a mature female cat called

queen

what is a mature, unneurtered male cat called

tom

What is the term for a cat giving birth?

queening

what is the core vaccine for cats

FVRCP

When do kittens get their first dose of FVRCP

6-8 weeks

When do kittens get their second dose of FVRCP

10-12 weeks

When do kittens get their third dose of FVRCP

14-16 weeks

When do kittens get their fourth dose of FVRCP

16-20 weeks

When do adult cats get FVRCP boosters

once a year

when is rabies shot given to kittens

3-6 months

When is rabies shot given to adult cats

1 year booster, then every 3 years

When should cats be spayed or neutered

around 5 months old

why is early spay/neuter important

waiting can increase mammary cancer risk by 90%

What is FVR also called

Feline rhinotracheitis or feline herpesvirus

How does FVR spread

through eyes, mouth, inhaling droplets, or touching contaminated objects

How long is the incubation period for Feline herpesvirus

2-10 days

what are the signs of FVR

• fever

• not eating

• sneezing

• crusty eyes/nose

• runny eyes and nose

How long does FVR usually last

10-14 days

can cats be lifelong carriers of FVR

Yes, it can become dormant and reactive later

How is FVR treated

supportive care, eye drops, antivirals

What does FCV mean?

Feline Calicivirus

How does FCV spread

direct or indirect contact, or from mom to kittens

How long is the incubation period for feline calicivirus

2-6 days

What are the signs of calicivirus

• mouth ulcers (main sign)

• sneezing

• trouble breathing

• lethargy

• fever

• limping (goes away on its own)

Can cats carry calicivirus after recovery

yes, about 50% become carriers

How is FCV treated

supportive care, humid air, antibiotics

What does FPL stand for

Feline Panleukopenia

What causes FPL

Feline parvovirus

Who can have FPL

cats, raccoons, ferrets

How does FPL spread

contact with poop, saliva, secretions, or contaminated objects (can live in environment for a year)

How long is the incubation period for FPL

3-5 days

What are the signs of panleukopenia

• bloody diarrhea

• weak immune system

• fever

• abortion in pregnant cats

• brain issues

• blindness

Who is most at risk of dying from FPL

kittens

How is FPL treated

isolation, fluids, anti-nausea meds, supportive care