Are feline panleukopenia and feline distemper the same thing?

Yes—they’re actually two names for the same disease. 🐾

Feline panleukopenia, also commonly called feline distemper, is a highly contagious and potentially fatal viral illness in cats. It’s caused by the feline panleukopenia virus (FPV), which belongs to the parvovirus family.

🧬 Key Facts:

  • Other names: Feline parvo, cat plague, feline infectious enteritis
  • Targets: Bone marrow, intestines, and immune system
  • Symptoms: High fever, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and sudden death in severe cases
  • Transmission: Through bodily fluids, contaminated surfaces, or even human hands
  • Prevention: Vaccination is highly effective and considered essential for all cats

So whether someone calls it panleukopenia or distemper, they’re talking about the same serious disease. If you’re caring for a cat, especially a kitten, vaccination is the best defense.

Ringbio’s Feline panleukopenia IgG Antibody ELISA Kit is based on an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay to detect panleukopenia virus  (also known as feline parvovirus ) specific antibodies in feline serum and plasma, moreover, it can be used in the supervision of FPV vaccine antibody levels in cats.

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