My cat interacted with a stray. Can he catch diseases? What to do?

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One of the stray cats I rescued is fine,hugs and plays with me,eats much,does her needs normal,my male cat likes her,so I let him play with her,but he was curious for the other too,she liked him and they kissed their muzzles,but she still doesn't eat by herself,I feed her Hills a/d and today tried some dry food,but she only eats what I put in her mouth,so I gave her now antibiotic,but my cat touched her before that and I'm worried if he might get something from her, should I do something for him

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Your male cat would probably not get any diseases that need to be treated by antibiotics from touching her. The main conditions that can spread between cats are worms, coccidia, Giardia, herpes, fleas, feline leukemia and feline immunodeficiency virus. If possible, I do recommend to have her dewormed, apply a flea prevention and checked for feline leukemia and feline immunodeficiency virus if you are going to let the cats interact. Monitor your male cat very closely for any changes in behavior, coughing, sneezing, runny eyes or nose, vomiting or diarrhea. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

My cat interacted with a stray. Can he catch diseases? What to do?

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