Hi Elizabeth, glad it was helpful. One thing I forgot to mention is that FCoV is a longer-lived virus. Unlike FeLV, it can remain alive outside of a cat's body for at least many weeks. I've read that a new kitten/cat should not be aquired for about 7 weeks after an FIP death, just in case it is was particularly virulent strain of FCoV. Wiping down hard surfaces with a bleach solution is supposed to kill it. I tossed the soft toys and litterpan. My Ally's room was in desperate need of work, when she passed I washed everything down, painted walls,ceiling, trim, and put in a new laminate floor, and still waited 2 months to let the others in. Probably silly, as I likely tracked the virus around the rest of the house while I was caring for her anyway...
Head-butts to Antonio,
Beth
PS: I would love to see that picture of the opossums if you get a chance. Email is [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks!
Beth,
Thank you for this explanation. I didn't have a good understanding of FIP and this has been very helpful.
elizabeth
