Diseases in Cats

The following are the most common diseases found in cats in Spain:

Diseases Spread By Mosquitoes:

• Heartworm

Diseases Spread By Ticks:

• Lyme disease

Viruses:

• Feline Parvovirus (FPV), also known as feline panleukopenia virus
• Feline Leukaemia (FeLV)
• Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV)
• Feline calicivirus
• Feline herpesvirus

Bacteria:

• Chlamydiosis

Worm Infestation:

• Roundworms
• Tapeworms
• Hookworm

All these diseases are preventable and can be treated. See the separate section for advice on prevention of diseases.

Fact sheets on each disease or condition and their treatment can be found in the "Fact Sheets" section.