While it is theoretically possible, it is not too likely. Most of the viruses are specific to their host species, so there is not too much transfer between cats and humans.
Amani From: Felvtalk [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Armstrong-Brown, Sheila DDS Timonium Sent: October-20-16 9:23 AM To: '[email protected]' Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] if I have a cold Thank you for the information. From: Felvtalk [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Marsha Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2016 9:16 AM To: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] if I have a cold Maybe. There are a couple of hundred of viruses that cause a human cold. It's not just one virus, plus bacteria can be involved too (think strep throat). Check out these articlest: http://www.besthealthmag.ca/best-you/pet-health/can-cats-and-dogs-get-colds-and-flu/ http://oregonstate.edu/ua/ncs/archives/2012/oct/onset-flu-season-raises-concerns-about-human-pet-transmission Marsha On 10/20/2016 7:54 AM, Armstrong-Brown, Sheila DDS Timonium wrote: Can I give it to my FELV cat? He is on Interferon and not sickly at this time. Thank you
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