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Feline distemper, also known as panleukopenia, is a highly contagious viral disease in cats, kittens and raccoons. Feline distemper invades cells found in the digestive system, bone marrow, lymph tissue, and nervous system.
Feline distempter can be prevented by vaccinating your cat with an annual panleukopenia vaccine.
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Fast Facts
- Also known as "Feline Panleukopenia"
- Can lead to death if not treated immediately
- Feline distemper can not be transmitted to humans
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Symptoms
- Diarrhea
- Dehydration
- Vomiting
- Loss of electrolytes
- Low white blood cell count
- Seizures
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Treatment
- Broad-spectrum antibiotics such as amoxycillin, clavulanic acid or cephalosporin can be used.
- Subcutaneous or intravenous fluids
- Whole blood (if necessary)
- Metoclopromide (to reduce fluid loss)
- Low doses of diazepam to stimulate appetite
- Home care is best to reduce stress on the animal
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AVMA: What You Should Know About Feline Panleukopenia
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Eclipse 4 Vaccine - 25 Dose Package - $99.95
THIS VACCINE CANNOT BE SHIPPED TO MINNESOTA. This is a modified live virus and chlamydia vaccine for the immunization of cats and kittens against feline rhinotracheitis, calici and panleukopenia viruses and chlamydia. Dosage: Rehydrate e...
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Fel-O-Vax PCT Vaccine - 50 x 1 Dose - $299.00
For the vaccination of cats against feline rhinotracheitis, calici virus and panleukopenia. Killed virus vaccine safe for pregnant queens. Vaccinate healthy cats of any age with 1 ml dose, followed by a second ml. dose 3 to 4 weeks later....
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A killed virus and Chlamydia vaccine for the vaccination of healthy cats 10 weeks of age or older against feline rhinotracheitis, calici virus, panleukopenia and chlamydia. Directions: Inject 1 ml dose intramuscularly or subcutaneously fo...
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Feline distemper is one of most devastating diseases a cat can get, yet it is also one of the easiest to prevent as well.
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Shift at Humane Society was cancelled. Feline Distemper outbreak with kittens & it's very,very serious. I'm so upset & worried for my babies
@JenniferShanika | November 06, 2009 09:45 PM -
There are several diseases out there that require vaccinations, including rabies, calici and feline distemper.
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Feline Distemper Discussion and Blogs
- PetBlog: Panleukopenia Outbreak In Victoria?
- TheCatSite.com: A Cat Named Charlie
- Felinexpress.com: Cat Forum: Cat Colds!
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