As a cherry on top, he had also tested positive for FIV - feline immunodeficiency virus. This virus is said to affect the feline immune system in a way that leaves it vulnerable to other ...

Even the biggest cat fanatics may not have heard of feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV). The RSPCA's cat welfare expert, Alice Potter, said the organisation often describes FIV as being "like HIV ...

Nobody wanted to adopt Charlie because he has Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), meaning he cannot go outside or mingle with other cats. However, he has now been adopted by an animal lover who ...

Although FIV isn't easily transmitted between cats (only through deep bites, not by sharing food or any other normal interaction), the risk means I need to be the only cat in the home and to live as ...

Domestic cats have the potential to transmit a variety of diseases to native felines, such as feline immunodeficiency virus and feline leukemia virus. Therefore, it is possible that the hybrid ...