I can find a ton of information on FIP, but pretty limited info on feline coronavirus.
Out of curiosity, does anyone know:
On average, how long does a cat typically shed the virus in its feces?
On average, how long does the cat remain immune to his/her particular strain of coronavirus before he/she becomes susceptible again?
I'm talking average cats with normal immune systems, and the "typical" course of coronavirus infection.
Thanks for any information!
PS: I'm not concerned about any cats in particular. I have 2 kittens, and I have no idea if they have or have had, coronavirus (and I don't plan on testing them). However, I use World's Best Cat Litter, and don't need to completely change the litter more than every couple weeks. But it occurred to me that, if they have been infected with coronavirus at some point, I may need to change the litter more often for a while in order to eliminate the virus completely. I scoop daily, but you never know what microscopic remnants are left over.
Out of curiosity, does anyone know:
On average, how long does a cat typically shed the virus in its feces?
On average, how long does the cat remain immune to his/her particular strain of coronavirus before he/she becomes susceptible again?
I'm talking average cats with normal immune systems, and the "typical" course of coronavirus infection.
Thanks for any information!
PS: I'm not concerned about any cats in particular. I have 2 kittens, and I have no idea if they have or have had, coronavirus (and I don't plan on testing them). However, I use World's Best Cat Litter, and don't need to completely change the litter more than every couple weeks. But it occurred to me that, if they have been infected with coronavirus at some point, I may need to change the litter more often for a while in order to eliminate the virus completely. I scoop daily, but you never know what microscopic remnants are left over.