Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) are two serious and often fatal diseases that unfortunately seem to be prevalent among the cat population in Bangladesh, especially in urban areas like Dhaka. For concerned cat owners, what are the key differences between FIP and FeLV in terms of transmission, symptoms, and progression? What diagnostic tests are typically available in Bangladesh to confirm these diseases? Given the limited treatment options for FIP and the challenges of managing FeLV, what preventative measures (especially vaccination protocols and responsible pet ownership practices, including spaying/neutering to reduce fighting) are most crucial for protecting our feline companions here in Bangladesh? Are there any emerging local or international insights regarding these diseases that could be helpful for Bangladeshi cat owners?
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) are two serious and often fatal diseases that unfortunately seem to be prevalent among the cat population in Bangladesh, especially in urban areas like Dhaka. For concerned cat owners, what are the key differences between FIP and FeLV in terms of transmission, symptoms, and progression? What diagnostic tests are typically available in Bangladesh to confirm these diseases? Given the limited treatment options for FIP and the challenges of managing FeLV, what preventative measures (especially vaccination protocols and responsible pet ownership practices, including spaying/neutering to reduce fighting) are most crucial for protecting our feline companions here in Bangladesh? Are there any emerging local or international insights regarding these diseases that could be helpful for Bangladeshi cat owners?