Re: Fwd: [NMHP] Understanding Feline Leukemia and FIV : Introduction from Julie ...

Mon, 11 Apr 2005 04:52:01 -0700

Thanks for the info.

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You all might want to join the No More Homeless Pets Forum (Best Friends Animal Society) this week-- there is a vet discussing FeLV and FIV, and answering questions.  You can join for free at www.bestfriends.org, and follow links to members and pets, I think. I generally find the forum useful for rescue issues, but am extra curious about this week.
Michelle
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Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2005 12:22:11 -0700
Subject: [NMHP] Understanding Feline Leukemia and FIV : Introduction from
Julie Levy, DVM


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This week on the No More Homeless Pets Forum:

April 11-15~ Understanding Feline Leukemia and FIV:The truth might surprise you! Julie Levy, DVM of The University of Florida has studied Feline Leukemia and FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) extensively, and will answer your questions about how they are spread, the accuracy of tests, and the prognosis for cats who test positive.

You can send your questions and comments now through Thursday evening to [EMAIL PROTECTED]. 

Related transcripts from previous forum weeks can be viewed by visiting the forum archives at http://www.bestfriends.com/nomorehomelesspets/weeklyforum/forumarchives.cfm.  In addition, it may be helpful to 'read up' on the effects of FIV at http://www.bestfriends.org/theanimals/petcare/cats_fiv.cfm.

Introduction from Dr Julie Levy:

Are you confused about the difference between an ELISA, an IFA, and a PCR? How about the difference between antigen and antibody tests? What are the best tests for diagnosis of FeLV and FIV? How does vaccination influence test results? Can you ever be truly certain of a cat�s infection status? What priority should you place on testing when funds are short and veterinary costs are high? Is there any way to reduce the costs of testing? Is it necessary for all cats to be tested? What is the responsible thing to do with cats who test positive? Is infection a death sentence?

 

These are common questions that face shelters, veterinarians, cat rescue groups, and feral cat sterilization programs. This week is your opportunity to learn about the science, politics, and urban legends that accompany retroviral infections of cats. We�ll discuss how to develop responsible and cost-effective testing priorities that benefit the cats, protect pets, and control the spread of the diseases. We�ll look at the challenges these infections raise for cat welfare organizations, which may have a very different perspective from individual cat owners.

 

It�s your turn to ask about testing strategies, prevention, and treatment.

 

Dr Julie Levy Bio: 

Dr. Levy is a member of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine and is currently an associate professor with the small animal medicine service at the University of Florida. Dr. Levy's research and clinical interests center on feline infectious diseases, neonatal kitten health, and humane alternatives for cat population control.

 

She is the founder of Operation Catnip (http://www.vetmed.ufl.edu/sacs/catnip/), a university-based feral cat program which has sterilized more than 20,000 cats since 1997. These programs form the basis for research on a variety of feral cat issues, including infectious diseases, caretaker characteristics, colony dynamics, and anesthesia protocols. Dr. Levy also maintains an active program investigating vaccines for nonsurgical contraception in cats.


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