Fatal Covid strain: What is the new Coronavirus variant killing cats? Know about prevention and treatment
Coronavirus that poses a lethal threat to cats, sparking fears of a potential threat to the feline population.
The Disturbing Threat
This newly identified variant traced back to Cyprus, has raised alarms among researchers due to its potential to cause fatalities among pets. The hybrid strain has already claimed around 8,000 pet lives in Cyprus, sending a shiver of concern across the UK scientific community.
The Carrier and Transmission
An infected cat, the suspected carrier of this deadly virus, has been isolated and is currently undergoing further tests and treatment, following a positive Covid test. The strain, named F-CoV-23, has caused significant devastation among feline populations, claiming the lives of at least 8,000 cats in Cyprus alone. Disturbingly, scientists believe that the actual death toll might be significantly higher, potentially reaching a staggering 300,000.
Rapid Transmission and Containment Efforts
The virus, showing the same genetic fingerprint as a Coronavirus specific to animals, is proving to spread rapidly among cats. Cypriot officials have implemented emergency measures in an attempt to control the outbreak in what's being referred to as the «island of cats.» Veterinarians and volunteers are fervently working to protect and care for infected animals while striving to halt the disease's further devastation of the feline population.
Insights into the New Virus
Dr. Christine Tait-Burkard emphasized the contagious nature of the «new virus.» The virus appears to spread directly from cat to cat, primarily through fecal contamination. Dr. Tait-Burkard noted that the virus is easily transmitted through shared spaces, such as litter trays or outdoor areas, as it closely resembles the mode of
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