05/28/2026
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) used to be a diagnosis that broke every cat lover’s heart. But medicine has changed, and today, there is immense hope. 💜😻
If you own a cat, foster kittens, or run a rescue, understanding FIP is one of the most powerful things you can do.
🔎It Starts with a Common Virus
Up to 80% of cats will get Feline Coronavirus (FCoV) in their lives, usually causing mild to no symptoms. In about 5-10% of cats, that virus mutates causing FIP. This most commonly occurs in young cats especially after recent adoption, spays and neuters, or other stressful events on their body. Because this mutation is needed, FIP itself is not contagious to other cats.
Some signs to monitor for could be lethargy, appetite changes, weight loss, bloated abdomen, poor balance/coordination, plus many more.
🎉The Big News: It can be treatable!
For decades, FIP was considered 100% fatal. Today, revolutionary antiviral treatments boast an incredible 80% to 90% success rate, which has helped many cats continue to live normal lives. 🐾 💟
