Feline Calicivirus is a highly common and\ncontagious respiratory disease among cats. It can cause mild to severe oral and\nrespiratory diseases in felines. Although most pet parents take complete care\nof their furry cats, they often neglect minor signs and symptoms of respiratory\ninfection. This disease targets the mouth, respiratory tract, intestines and\njoints of cats. Calicivirus is mostly prevalent in breeding colonies, shelters,\nnot properly ventilated houses, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most cats recover easily from this disease,\nhowever, some are left with rare strains that are fatal for them. Therefore, we\nstrongly recommend pet parents to vaccinate their cats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What\nIs Calicivirus In Cats?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Calicivirus is one of the most contagious respiratory diseases in cats. The virus can spread through the environment, making every cat vulnerable to the infection. It is mainly associated with the upper respiratory system, which causes great discomfort to cats and even deteriorates their health to a greater extent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What\nAre The Signs Of Calicivirus?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Below are the signs and symptoms of Calicivirus in\ncats \u2013 <\/p>\n\n\n\n The symptoms may take a few days to appear and initially, there will be mild signs such as sneezing, coughing, drooling or fever. The severity of the disease depends on the strains that the cat has contracted. If you observe high fever, ulcers in the mouth, bleeding under the skin, inflammation, and swelling in the body, you need to rush to your vet as these are the signs of severe Calicivirus infection. It is vital to get immediate treatment in such cases as more than 50% of cases have proven fatal when the cats were not treated right away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n How\nDoes The Disease Spread Among Cats?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The infection in cats can spread through their\nsaliva or secretion from the nose. Thus, when the cat sneezes, the bacteria\ngets transmitted into the environment, causing infections to other cats in\nclose proximity. Even humans who have come in contact with infected cats can\ntransmit it to other felines. Young kittens are at a higher risk of getting\ncontaminated with this virus and the infection is more severe in kittens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What\nAre The Treatments for Calicivirus?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There is no treatment available to stop the virus,\nso the cats are usually treated at home. Proper diet, treatments and lots of\nTLC will strengthen the cat\u2019s immune system and promote faster recovery. In\nsevere cases, the cat is hospitalized and treated with antibiotics, IV and\nfluids until she recovers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n How\nTo Care For Cats With Calicivirus?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You need to be very cautious when your cat is in\nrecovery stage. Keeping everything around the house clean and hygienic is\nessential as it will prevent any kind of re-infection. By deep cleaning the\nhouse, you kill all the bacteria present in the surrounding. Moreover, ensure\nyou keep the cat\u2019s eyes and nose clean to avoid any accumulated secretion.\nMoreover, provide your kitty with highly nutritious diet so she can recover\nfaster and combat the infection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Most cats recover easily unless they have developed pneumonia because, in that situation, it can be fatal. Therefore, vaccinations are highly recommended if you want to protect your beloved cat from such a grave infection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n