Cat plague generally has an incubation period. Feline distemper is an acute and highly contagious infectious disease, but this disease has an incubation period, usually 7 to 14 days. The specific time needs to be determined according to the body's resistance and nursing conditions. The symptoms of this disease are not particularly obvious during the incubation period, and there will be no serious stress reaction. It is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular hospital for examination in time, and then take targeted treatment measures based on the examination results.
1. Why does feline plague have an incubation period
It is a highly contagious disease, mainly caused by feline parvovirus infecting unimmunized cats. This disease is highly contagious and has a relatively high fatality rate. The incubation period after infection is 7 days to 14 days. If the cat has good physical resistance and good personal care, the incubation period is 14 days; if the cat has weak resistance and does not take good physical care, the incubation period is 7 days. .
2. What are the discomfort symptoms during the incubation period of feline distemper
Generally, there will be no discomfort during the incubation period of feline distemper, but some cats will experience decreased appetite, nausea, vomiting, increased defecation frequency, and lethargy. If the discomfort reaction continues to worsen, it will cause a decrease in white blood cells in the body. It is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular pet hospital for treatment in time, otherwise it will easily delay the treatment time and affect the recovery of the condition.
3. How to treat and maintain cat plague
When vomiting and loss of appetite occur, you can take drugs to promote digestion under the guidance of a doctor. If the symptoms continue to worsen, symptoms may appear. For dehydration and electrolyte abnormalities, it is necessary to follow the doctor's advice and use intravenous drip treatment. During the recovery period, cats need to eat foods with high nutritional value, such as cat food, canned cats, chicken breasts, etc., which can supplement nutrition, enhance physical fitness, and facilitate physical recovery.
