Companion Animals

Companion Cat Toxoplasmosis and Welfare

Understanding feline toxoplasmosis in cats, its welfare implications, and management of infected cats.

Key Facts

Welfare Considerations

Clinical toxoplasmosis causes significant welfare compromise in affected cats through neurological and systemic illness. Most cats clear the infection asymptomatically, but immunocompromised individuals need careful monitoring. Prevention through limiting hunting reduces both cat and human exposure.

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