PANLEUKOPENIA
Also called Feline Distemper, this is a very contagious disease that is spread by all body fluids, nose secretions, and even fleas. It can cause fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and can be fatal especially to kittens.
Also called Feline Distemper, this is a very contagious disease that is spread by all body fluids, nose secretions, and even fleas. It can cause fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and can be fatal especially to kittens.
RHINOTRACHEITIS
This highly contagious disease is sometimes referred to as Upper Respiratory Disease. Sneezing, fever and eye inflammation are common. It can be fatal especially for kittens. Once a cat contracts URD it carries the virus for life and will have periodic flare-ups requiring medical attention.
This highly contagious disease is sometimes referred to as Upper Respiratory Disease. Sneezing, fever and eye inflammation are common. It can be fatal especially for kittens. Once a cat contracts URD it carries the virus for life and will have periodic flare-ups requiring medical attention.
CALICIVIRUS
This virus attacks the lungs and can cause ulcers on the tongue and mouth. It is highly contagious and can be spread by sneezing.
This virus attacks the lungs and can cause ulcers on the tongue and mouth. It is highly contagious and can be spread by sneezing.
FELINE LEUKEMIA
Similar to the human HIV virus, feline leukemia attacks the immune system. Symptoms are numerous, including weight loss and chronic illness. It is spread through saliva and is fatal.
Similar to the human HIV virus, feline leukemia attacks the immune system. Symptoms are numerous, including weight loss and chronic illness. It is spread through saliva and is fatal.
RABIES
The most fatal disease to both humans and our pets. It is transmitted through bites or scratches from an infected animal, and attacks the brain and central nervous system. In Alberta, it is primarily transmitted through bats, skunks, and raccoons. It is a federally reportable disease, meaning that if it is even suspected it must be reported.
The most fatal disease to both humans and our pets. It is transmitted through bites or scratches from an infected animal, and attacks the brain and central nervous system. In Alberta, it is primarily transmitted through bats, skunks, and raccoons. It is a federally reportable disease, meaning that if it is even suspected it must be reported.