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Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)

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Viral disease in cats, similar to HIV, not human-transmissible.

A viral disease in cats caused by FIV, similar to HIV in humans, weakening the immune system, but not transmissible to humans. The CDC states that FIV spreads via bites, is managed with supportive care, and preventable with indoor living and vaccination.