Guilford Co. Animal Services pauses cat intake after virus outbreak [Video]

Guilford County Animal Services announced Wednesday it is pausing cat intake due to a virus seen in kittens.Shelter leaders say they recently received two kittens showing symptoms of feline panleukopenia virus (FPV). On Tuesday, the kittens tested positive for the virus.FPV is most common in kittens and unvaccinated cats. The virus weakens a cat’s immune system, leaving them susceptible to other viruses and bacteria.The shelter says the most common symptoms of FPV include vomiting, diarrhea, fever, depression, lethargy, a painful abdomen, lack of appetite, and dehydration.Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking hereThe virus can spread when cats ingest viral material from other cats. This can occur when they share the same living space or use the same litterbox.Dr. Melina Whitaker, chief veterinarian with Guilford County Animal Services, says the virus is not dangerous to humans but can be serious for cats.“What we see with panleukopenia is vomiting …