Tips on Managing Feline Leukemia: What is it and How Can You Prevent it?

Tips on Managing Feline Leukemia: What is it and How Can You Prevent it?

All About Cats Veterinary Hospital is your cat veterinarian in Las Vegas, NV. Our team of highly qualified vets and techs are here to help you prevent and manage feline leukemia. Fortunately, there are some actions that pet owners can take to help prevent this terrible disease from affecting your beloved cat. We can also work with you post-diagnosis to help keep your cat comfortable and cared for. These tips can help you to better understand and deal with this disease.

3 Tips for Preventing and Managing Feline Leukemia

Contrary to its name, feline leukemia is a virus, not a form of cancer, although about one-third of affected cats do develop cancer. Cat-to-cat transmission occurs through food and water bowl sharing, exposure to feces and urine, and through bites.

  • Keeping your cat indoors and away from unknown cats (and vaccinated) is the most effective way to avoid feline leukemia. Make sure that your cat has its vaccinations complete and up-to-date. Have any cats tested for the virus before bringing a new cat home.
  • Maintaining your cat's overall good health can help them to overcome this virus in the event that they are exposed. Annual vet visits that test for the virus can help you catch the illness quickly when treatment is most effective. Preventative care is effective.
  • If your cat is exposed to and succumbs to feline leukemia, be sure to get them the vet care that they need. Periodic vet visits will be necessary if your cat requires antibiotics and/or blood transfusions if they develop anemia.

Contact Your Cat Veterinarian in Las Vegas, NV, to Learn More about Feline Leukemia

The team at All About Cats Veterinary Hospital can help you manage your cat's feline leukemia. Our team is also here with tips to help your healthy cat stay that way! When caught early, most cats are able to recover from feline leukemia, but left untreated the virus can lead to many serious problems. Contact us today and schedule a consultation for your beloved feline friend. Our number is 702-257-3222.

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