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Feel free to leave us a message using the contact form below and we will get back to you ASAP. Request Appointment. Toggle navigation. Symptoms of Feline Distemper. What is feline distemper? What causes feline distemper?
How will I know if my cat has feline distemper? Client Testimonials. Distemper is considered curable. Overall, the survival rates vary on a yearly basis. There are some years when only 10 to 20 percent of infected cats pass away, while shelter losses can be quite high over other years, with 70 percent of infected cats not recovering from this disease, explains Dr. If your cat shows signs of a bacterial infection, your vet will administer antibiotics, she says. Jennifer Gilbert is a freelance writer, mother of two children and pet owner to a playful Papillon.
In her spare time, she enjoys reading, dancing, cooking, traveling and spending time with her family. What causes distemper in cats? What are the symptoms of distemper to look out for? Here are 14 common symptoms that you should be aware of: 1. Excessive sneezing If your cat is infected, she may have sneezing fits that last for long periods of time. Any materials used on or for infected cats should not be used or allowed to come in contact with other cats, and people handling infected cats should practice proper hygiene to prevent spreading the infection.
The virus that causes FP is difficult to destroy and resistant to many disinfectants. Ideally, unvaccinated cats should not be allowed into an area where an infected cat has been — even if the area has been disinfected. The signs of FP can vary and may be similar to other illnesses such as Salmonella or Campylobacter infection, pancreatitis, feline immunodeficiency virus FIV infection, or feline leukemia virus FeLV infection.
Infected cats may even show signs that resemble those seen when a cat has been poisoned or has swallowed a foreign object. The FP virus causes damage to the cells that line the intestines.
It also attacks the bone marrow and lymph nodes, resulting in shortages of all types of white blood cells panleukopenia and of red blood cells anemia. The first visible signs an owner might notice include generalized depression, loss of appetite, high fever, lethargy, vomiting, severe diarrhea, nasal discharge, and dehydration. Sick cats may sit for long periods of time in front of their water bowls but not drink much water.
In some cats, the fever will come and go during the illness and abruptly fall to lower-than-normal levels shortly before death. In young kittens, the virus can also damage the brain and the eyes. Pregnant female cats that are infected with the virus and become ill even if they do not appear seriously ill may abort or give birth to kittens with severe damage to the cerebellum, a part of the brain that coordinates nerves, muscles and bones to produce body movements.
These kittens are born with a syndrome called feline cerebellar ataxia, and their movement is accompanied by severe tremors shaking. Feline panleukopenia may be suspected based on a history of exposure to an infected cat, lack of vaccination, and the visible signs of illness.
The likelihood of recovery from FP for infected kittens less than eight weeks old is poor. Older cats have a greater chance of survival if adequate treatment is provided early. Treatment focuses on correcting dehydration, providing nutrients, and preventing secondary infection. If the cat survives for five days, its chances for recovery are greatly improved. Clinical signs They clinical signs of feline distemper are: Depression Anorexia Vomiting Diarrhea Blood in stool Lethargy and weakness Diagnosis Your veterinarian will perform a thorough physical exam and take a detailed history of your pet, including vaccination status.
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