TAS Diary Archives
October 19, 2004
Homer
We've had some bad news about Homer. He's had a viral pneumonia for about a week and has been attendoing the vet every second day. Because she was concerned that he wasn't getting better as quickly as might be expected, the vet has tested him for Feline Leukemia Virus (FLeV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). Unfortunately, Homer has tested positive for FIV.
On the bright side, he's recovered from his pneumonia, is eating well and looks great. He also tested negative for FLeV. He goes back to the vet on 30th October for a check up and, hopefully, his boosters and a vaccination against FLeV.
We're researching FIV but so far it doesn't look too drastic. Although there's no cure, cats can live quite healthy lives for a while after infection. We'll just need to cosset him a bit - prawns for tea! I'm also looking at possible homeopathic remedies to boost his immune system.
We now have to decide whether to have Cassius and Copper tested for FIV. It is possible that they could also be infected.
We'll keep you posted...