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Saturday, September 18, 2010

Feline Leukemia

There is nothing more dangerous for cats are coming down with feline leukemia and it is usually deadly and a very sad way to die. It basically causes cancer in the lymph nodes of cats and can spread rapidly, somewhat like cancer in humans. So far reports indicate that feline leukemia can not be transmitted to humans or other cats, but some say it can be given to other cats, the jury is still out on that one.

Cats will catch feline leukemia when they are exposed for a long time to infected feces or saliva and it thrives in cold and damp places. Drinking water with other cats that are infected can cause the disease to spread to a normal healthy cat. Fleas and mosquitoes is another way that a cat can get it. Some cats will catch feline leukemia others will not. Strong healthy vaccinated cats usually will not get it while the weaker ones might.

Some cats will carry the virus and no one will know it, and end up giving it to other cats in the home. This why it is so important to have your cat or cats vaccinated. This prevents the leukemia from spreading as well as preventing the disease to get to the cats. If you let your cats out try to keep the stray cats in the neighborhood from coming around the house, as they might be carriers. Always keep fresh water handy for your cats, change it every day. They like fresh water and not stale just like us humans do. Watch what they eat, as cats are natural hunters they can bring home some awful prizes for their masters.

You can spot feline leukemia in your cat or others by watching them closely; if they start to vomit and have a fever or their lymph nodes are swollen they might have leukemia. Take them to your vet as soon as you can. The vet will be able to determine if your pal has it or not. By preventing feline leukemia will surely allow your buddy to live a long and playful life, just like you intended them to do. Your cat is your buddy and your friend and you must take care of him as he depends on you to help him live out their years in harmony and grace. They will love you forever and will give you hours of fun and love.

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