Fel-o-vax Fiv Cat Medicine

Two of my cats have been vaccinated with this vaccine against Feline AIDS. Two have not. Though I'm still waffling, I probably won't give the two unvaccinated cats this vaccine. I still have some concerns about it. I will say that it always concerned me that the two vaccinated cats will now test positive for Feline AIDS forever -- just another reason to make sure I microchipped them -- I would be concerned if they were to end up in a vet's office or shelter and test positive. (Just hoping that someone will realize they are my pets because they're chipped and not take any drastic action!) My new vet also didn't seem crazy about giving this vaccine because it's efficacy is still in question -- and it's only being made by one drug manufacturer.....and now, that I have the Purrfect Fence installed and no one is a free-range cat anymore, just made me think we'll skip this vaccine -- at least for now.

Pros: Thought It Was Right at the Time

Cons: Not Sure I'll Give This Again

I would strongly encourage any cat owner who allows their cat outside to vaccinate for FIV, however having the FIV/Feluek testing prior to vaccinating is always the best option. With so many stray cats turning up positive for FIV protecting your cat from it is a good idea.

Pros: Having a healthy cat

Cons: Slim vaccination reaction