The FeLV test should be selected and interpreted in light of exposure and the timing of sampling. A positive result may need confirmation before definitive decisions are made.
Gatti
Scopri tutto sulla cura, alimentazione e salute dei gatti. Suggerimenti pratici per garantire benessere e felicità al tuo felino domestico. Guide su comportamento, alimenti e trattamenti veterinari.
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FIP in cats: updated diagnosis and managementLeggi l'articolo ➜Knowledge about FIP has changed. Diagnosis and treatment can no longer be described using the absolute statements found in older guides.
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FIV in cats: transmission, testing and managementLeggi l'articolo ➜An FIV result must be interpreted in its clinical context and, in some cases, confirmed. A positive cat can retain a good quality of life with preventive care and monitoring.
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Animals and children: responsible choice and safetyLeggi l'articolo ➜No species or breed is automatically suitable for every child. The decision requires adult supervision, time, resources and respect for individual behaviour.
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Deductible veterinary expenses in Italy in 2026: guideLeggi l'articolo ➜Rules, limits and documentation may change with each tax year. This guide refers to the Italian Agenzia delle Entrate instructions for 2026 and the legislation currently in force.
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Toxoplasmosis: transmission, prevention and diagnosisLeggi l'articolo ➜Everyday contact with an animal does not automatically mean infection. Food, soil and hygiene play an important role in prevention.
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Diabetes in dogs and cats: diagnosis and managementLeggi l'articolo ➜Dogs and cats should not be managed using the same protocol. Diagnosis, treatment and nutrition depend on the species and the individual animal’s condition.
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The immune system in dogs and cats: what we knowLeggi l'articolo ➜The immune system is complex and is not automatically boosted by a single supplement. Vaccination, nutrition and disease management have distinct roles.
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Adopting a cat: health and nutritional assessmentLeggi l'articolo ➜Vaccination and nutrition do not follow an identical schedule for every cat. The veterinarian should assess them in light of the cat’s history and individual characteristics.
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Electronic veterinary prescription (REV): how it worksLeggi l'articolo ➜The REV system makes veterinary prescriptions digital. Owners must use the details supplied by the veterinarian and follow the pharmacy’s instructions, without using a prescription for a different product or animal.