How Long Does Cat Flu Stay in the Environment
Direct Contact with a Carrier Cat Shedding Virus. Contact with Virus Carried on Clothing, Food Bowls and Other Objects. Large Amounts of Virus Are Present in...
Direct contact with a carrier cat shedding virus. Contact with virus carried on clothing, food bowls and other objects. Large amounts of virus are present in the saliva, tears and nasal discharges and the viruses may be able to survive in the environment and on objects for up to 2 (FHV) to 10 (FCV) days.
How do you get rid of cat flu?
As cat flu is caused by viruses, there is no direct cure, so treatment aims to relieve clinical signs until the immune system can clear the infection. Supportive treatment can include pain medication, anti-viral medication, eye drops and antibiotics for any secondary bacterial infection.
How long does a cat virus last?
How Long Does Cat Flu Last? Cat flu recovery time is around 5 to 10 days for mild cases, and up to 6 weeks in more severe cases. The duration of the condition is often related to the type of virus or bacterial infection causing the symptoms. Cats who have picked up feline herpesvirus will carry it for life.
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