Key Differences: Feline Panleukopenia vs. Enteritis

Section 1: Clinical Symptoms of Feline Distemper

1. The incubation period for feline distemper ranges from 2 to 9 days, with symptoms varying depending on the age of the cat and the virulence of the virus.

2. Young kittens often exhibit acute symptoms, such as a fever above 40°C and severe vomiting. Some cats may suddenly die without showing any symptoms after infection, while others might display symptoms of spinal ataxia.

3. Cats over six months old that contract the disease typically present with subacute clinical symptoms. Initially, their body temperature rises to around 40°C, then falls back to normal within 12 days. After 34 days, the temperature spikes again, creating a biphasic fever pattern.

4. Affected cats may show signs of lethargy, loss of appetite, persistent vomiting of yellowgreen fluid, and discharge from the nose and eyes with mucus. When diarrhea occurs, it indicates the later stages of the disease, followed by symptoms like bloody feces, severe dehydration, and anemia, which can lead to death in severe cases.

Section 2: Treatment for Feline Distemper

1. Isolation of the affected cat

Given the highly contagious nature of feline distemper, it is crucial to isolate the infected cat immediately upon detection and consult a veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment.

2. Treatment for vomiting

Since affected cats often suffer from persistent vomiting, targeted treatment is necessary. Initially, the cat should be kept fasting and dehydrated for a period. Then, administer 0.150.25 milliliters of Metoclopramide injection per kilogram of body weight, twice daily, either through intramuscular or subcutaneous injection.

3. Antiinflammatory and antipyretic measures

Cats with feline distemper may have a fever, so it's important to administer antiinflammatory drugs under veterinary guidance. Depending on the cat's weight, you can choose to inject Gentamicin at 10,000 units per kilogram or Kanamycin at 50,000100,000 units per kilogram. The injection method is the same as for the antiemetic medication. Additionally,柴胡injection can be used for its antipyretic effects, with a dosage of 0.3 milliliters per kilogram of body weight, administered twice daily.

4. Dehydration relief

When dehydration occurs, medications can be used to alleviate the symptoms. Options include 25% glucose, 5% sodium bicarbonate, and compound normal saline, which should be mixed in appropriate proportions and injected intravenously.

5. Nutritional support

Besides symptomatic treatment, it's essential to provide the cat with adequate nutrition. Since the cat is already weak, feeding nutritional supplements like nutritional paste and Pu'an特recovery nutritional fluid can help boost its immune system and aid in recovery.

This comprehensive guide by Oxygen Pet Doctor on feline distemper and feline parvovirus aims to provide valuable information to pet owners.