Why do my multiple cats keep passing cat flu symptoms back and forth?

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I have 3 cats. The smallest one had the cat flu and got over it in a week or so. Seem like it goes around only that now that the last cat going thru the "worst part" ( sneezing, runny eye ) the little one who had it first starting with the symptoms again. I have asked my vet if there is any point to separate them and I've been told no since they all already have it. In my opinion it turned into a viscous cycle. Is it possible that the same virus being passed between them back and forth? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 1 year and 1 month old | 11 lbs

Mirissa Duncil, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there. This sounds like a viral infection that both of your cats have. If that is true, they will both have "flare ups" from time to time where the symptoms are worse than other times. Antivirals and antibiotics are available through your veterinarian if you can take one of the cats in-it would help to fiv/feleuk test your kitty as well. Hope this helps!

Why do my multiple cats keep passing cat flu symptoms back and forth?

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