Unraveling the Mystery of Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) 🐱💔 Often misunderstood, this disease isn't the same as COVID-19, but it's just as concerning for cat owners. FIP, caused by a different coronavirus, can be devastating if the virus mutates. 😿 Learn about the symptoms and risks, especially if you have multiple furry friends at home. While there's no cure, early detection is key. 💡 Reach out to us for guidance and support. T ogether, we can keep our beloved felines safe and healthy.

Today is National Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) Awareness, Research & Education Day. 🥊 Save this post for future reference. What is FIP? FIP generally occurs in one of two forms, a “wet form” in which fluid accumulates in body cavities like the abdomen and/or chest, and a “dry form” that affects the central nervous system, resulting in neurologic signs. Once a cat develops FIP, the disease is always progressive & always fatal without treatment. Symptoms: In cats that develop FIP, the firs

Vestibular dysfunction is one of the most common neurologic presentations in cats. The video below shows a cat with vestibular ataxia and right sided proprioceptive deficts suggestive of central vestibular disease. A recent study of 174 cats presenting with vestibular syndrome found that the most common peripheral causes were otitis media/interna (n = 48), idiopathic vestibular syndrome (n = 39) and middle ear polyps (n = 17). The most common causes of central vestibular dysfunction were intracr