Once the source of widespread panic, shelters are now realizing that FIV can be detected early, and cats can still enjoy a wonderful quality of life. Learn more about how this disease is transmitted, how shelter'staff can test for it, and how to keep cats healthy despite your fears!
Resources and Articles
From the Magazine
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September 1, 2008
Shelter Medicine: To Test or Not to Test
Feline leukemia and feline immunodeficiency virus are the bad boys of the microbial kitty kingdom, but when is it in your shelter's best interest to test for these diseases? Here's a prescription shelters can use to inoculate the dilemma.
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July 1, 2003
Got Vaccine? Check for Green
Lime-green plastic tags on cats indicate FIV vaccination, not infection
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May 7, 2012
Maddie's Fund - FIV Testing in Animal Shelters
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is a viral infection of cats. Although the prevalence is low, it is still a concern for homeless cats in shelters. Listen to Dr. Nicole Putney, Maddie's Intern in Shelter Medicine at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine present FIV Testing in Shelters: Why, Who and When?
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May 7, 2012
Best Friends - FIV Information and Fact Sheet
Give your adopters the straight facts on FIV and download an FIV fact sheet from Best Friends Animal Society.
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May 7, 2012
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
Developing a testing strategy for feline leukemia virus (FeLV) and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) presents a unique challenge in the shelter.
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May 7, 2012
Alley Cat Allies - FIV Information
Visit Alley Cat Allies for information on FIV and feral cats.
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May 7, 2012
PetSmart Charities webinar - Dealing with FeLV and FIV in Rescues and Shelters
PetSmart Charities offers free webinars on a variety of topics, including FeLV and FIV.
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