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Feline Herpesvirus is the most severe of the common upper respiratory viruses. Understanding how to combat this virus is an essential tool in every cattery's management practices.
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Once your cattery has experienced a feline herpesvirus infection, virtually all of the infected cats will now be carriers of the virus. A "carrier" cat represents a possible future source of the infection because it can have a relapse and begin shedding the virus at any time.
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While Feline Herpesvirus typically causes respiratory illness, it can also cause recurrent cases of conjunctivitis, corneal sequestrums or eye ulcers in affected cats.
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Feline herpes infections can be a major problem in breeding catteries, most often affecting young kittens between 4 to 8 weeks of age. This article details the specific steps to take to prevent flare-ups of the herpes virus in your cattery.
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