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Originally Posted by Chocaholic
An interesting diagnosis. Sorry to hear about this but the diagnosis sounds contrived. Any idea how this conclusion was reached? Have to wonder if something else is going on. Millions of us had COVID, even repeatedly with no effect on our pets. So sorry your family is dealing with this. But I’m skeptical that it has anything to do with a coronavirus at all.
Upon quick search…seems it’s possible but very rare and produces only mild symptoms in cats. But with Google you can generally find whatever you look for!
https://www.catster.com/cat-health-care/coronavirus-and-cats-what-cat-owners-need-to-know-about-covid-19
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Apparently it can mutate into an infectious peritonitis....
https://www.vet.cornell.edu/animal-health-diagnostic-center/veterinary-support/disease-information/feline-coronavirus
When I heard of the first kitten death last week and the cause, I was doubtful since it was coming from "crazy cat lady".... but daughter took her kitten to our local emergency after hours vet - which around here is the UF Vet School.... so I tend to believe it now
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Last edited by id10t; 07-22-2023 at 04:50 AM..
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