FIV
Feline immunosuppressive virus or FIV is a virus found in cats very similar to the HIV virus in people. This FIV virus destroys a cat’s immune system.

FIV is only in cats and fortunately is very difficult to pass between cats – it requires a bite from an infected cat. There is no vaccine, but keeping your cat inside away from another sickly outdoor cat is the best prevention. What to do if your cat gets FIV? As I said, this virus attacks the immune system, so limited stress in this cat’s life and immediate medical treatment for even minor health problems are a must.

By following these guidelines some FIV cats live up to 6 years. Note, there are accurate FIV tests, however results could be questionable if the cat is less than 6 months of age. Please get more info on FIV from your vet.

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