It’s best to assume all cats are at risk for contracting FeLV also known as the Feline Leukemia Virus. This does not mean that all cats have FeLV. It just means that all cats no matter their breed, age, or sex can be affected by this disease. The disease is a type of cancer so to speak. It can cause anemia and lymphoma in cats. FeLV can also suppress the immune system of a cat making him practically defenseless when it comes to other illnesses small or large. The risk of becoming infected with FeLV is low for cats that stay indoors and do not come in contact with outside cats. If you have multiple cats in your home make sure all of have been tested for FeLV. If one cat has FeLV but not the other then you will need to keep them separated in order to keep the virus from spreading. Have your vet clinic Webster, NY test your cat annual for FeLV.
