🐱 Cat Flu Must Knows for Owners 🦠‼️

As temperatures drop🥶, it’s critical for cat parents to understand the facts about cat flu— a highly contagious viral respiratory condition affecting cats worldwide.

Contrary to common misconception, cold weather does not cause cat flu. The primary pathogens are Feline Herpesvirus-1 (FHV-1) and Feline Calicivirus (FCV)🦠, which spread via respiratory droplets 💧 or contaminated surfaces. While cooler temperatures may subtly compromise immune function, the virus itself is the sole cause of infection.

Veterinary-recommended preventive measures include:

• Keeping core vaccinations up-to-date (reduces severity and transmission)💉

• Supporting immune health through balanced nutrition and stress reduction

• Isolating sick cats to protect multi-cat households and vulnerable individuals (kittens, seniors, immunocompromised felines)😷

Important note: Antibiotics are only indicated for secondary bacterial infections (e.g., yellow/green nasal discharge) — they do not treat the viral root of cat flu. Early intervention and supportive care are pivotal for a full recovery.

‼️Save this vet-approved guide for reference, and share with fellow cat parents to promote informed feline care! 🐾‼️

Let’s work together to give our beloved pets the happiest, healthiest lives 💖🐾. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us anytime 📞💬.