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Common Diseases and Parasites in Stray Kittens
Health Risks from Stray Kittens
Viral Infections
- Feline Upper Respiratory Infection (FURI) – sneezing, coughing, eye discharge.
- Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (FVR) – "cat flu," highly contagious.
- Feline Calicivirus (FCV) – sneezing, mouth ulcers, lameness.
- Feline Panleukopenia (FPV) – "feline distemper," often fatal in kittens.
- Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) – cancer, immunosuppression, anemia.
- Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) – weakens immunity, spread by deep bites.
- Rabies – fatal neurologic disease; risk from wildlife contact.
Parasites
- Internal: roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms – GI upset, malnutrition.
- External: fleas, ticks, mites – skin irritation, disease transmission.
Action: Veterinary exam, vaccinations, deworming, and isolation protect the kitten and prevent spread to other pets/people.
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