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Should I worry about my new kitten getting FPL after a previous death?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Himalayan | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 17 days old

Hello, 6 months ago our 6 month old kitten passed away from feline panleukopenia. We got rid of all his belongings. We are getting another kitten in 1 week who is 8 weeks old and vaccinated. We cleaned our apartment with bleach and washed all the clothes, blankets and bedding. Should I be worried about our new kitten getting the virus? What else can I do to prevent him from getting the virus? Thank you

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on May 5th, 2017

I think you have done the maximum you can do, bear in mind your kitten is not fully vaccinated, he probably only got the first vaccination and will need an additional one in 3-4 weeks from the first vaccination.

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