Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is one of the leading causes of illness and death in cats around the world. This contagious virus weakens a cat’s immune system, leaving them vulnerable to infections, anemia, and even cancer. While the disease is serious, it can be managed—and even prevented—with early detection and responsible care.
In this post, we’ll explain what FeLV is, how it spreads, what signs to look out for, and how you can test for it easily at home using the TAEING FeLV Rapid Home Test Kit.
What Is FeLV?
FeLV is a viral infection that targets a cat’s immune system and bone marrow. Once infected, a cat may develop chronic illnesses or cancers, and their ability to fight off everyday infections becomes severely compromis