• J. Feline Med. Surg. · Jan 2020

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    Role of vector-borne pathogens in the development of fever in cats: 2. Tick- and sandfly-associated diseases.

    • Michael R Lappin, Séverine Tasker, and Xavier Roura.
    • Department of Clinical Sciences, Colorado State University, 300 West Drake Road, Fort Collins, CO 80523, USA.
    • J. Feline Med. Surg. 2020 Jan 1; 22 (1): 41-48.

    Practical RelevanceThere has been increasing identification of vector-borne pathogens in cats presented to veterinary clinics around the world for evaluation of fever and the associated secondary effects, such as signs of depression and loss of appetite.AimThe aim of this article is to summarize the clinically relevant information concerning fever in cats that is associated with pathogens vectored by ticks or sandflies, with an emphasis on presenting clinical abnormalities and optimal diagnostic, treatment and prevention strategies. Fever in cats associated with pathogens known or suspected to be vectored by fleas was discussed within Part 1 of this two-part article series.

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