Click Here to download the Feline Retrovirus Management
Guidelines. Note: This link will take you to the Journal of
Feline Medicine and Surgery website where you can view these
guidelines for free. To print, hover your mouse near the bottom
of the page. Click Here to download the Feline Retrovirus
Management Guidelines Summary Document. Feline leukemia virus
(FeLV) and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) are among the
most common infectious diseases of cats. Although vaccines are
available for both viruses, identification and segregation of
infected cats form the cornerstone for preventing new
infections. Currently, the majority of cats are never tested for
FeLV or FIV during their lifetime, resulting in thousands of new
cases each year. Testing for FeLV and FIV - All cats should be
tested at appropriate intervals based on risk assessment. - Test
new cats entering a household or group housing as in shelter or
cattery settings. Test again at least 60 days later, limiting
exposure to other cats if possible duri