How do cats get feline infectious peritonitis?

Feline infectious peritonitis, clinically referred to as feline infectious peritonitis, is usually caused by poor hygiene, sterilization, mutation of feline coronavirus, and contact infection. If the feline infectious peritonitis is caused by poor hygiene and sterilization, it is a normal phenomenon and generally does not require targeted treatment. If the cat has other uncomfortable symptoms, such as vomiting and lethargy, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular hospital for treatment in time.

Poor hygiene

If cats do not bathe frequently, they may have a lot of dirt in their skin and hair, increasing the likelihood of infectious peritonitis. It is necessary to pay attention to skin cleanliness and give cats regular baths to reduce the chance of infection.

Sterilization

After a sterilization operation, whether it is a male or a female cat, the body's immunity may gradually decrease, reducing the ability to resist diseases. This makes cats more susceptible to feline infectious peritonitis. It is necessary to adjust the diet, and feed cats more cat cans to supplement nutrients and enhance their resistance to diseases, thereby reducing the probability of infection.

Initiation after feline coronavirus mutation

Feline infectious peritonitis is usually caused by the mutation of coronavirus. After infection, cats may experience symptoms such as weight loss, loss of appetite, abnormal mental state, difficulty breathing, and abdominal swelling. Treatment with antiviral drugs under the guidance of a doctor is recommended.

Contact with infected cats

Feline infectious peritonitis is a contagious disease. If you come into contact with infected cats, you may increase your risk of infection, which can affect normal eating and sleeping. It is advisable to follow the doctor's advice and treat with antiviral drugs via intravenous drip.