Bonita Veterinary Hospital

Cat Scratch Fever

Cat Scratch Fever is not just an old Ted Nugent song, it is also a disease that people can catch from cats. The bacteria, Bartonella henselae, are transmitted by the scratch (or possibly bite) of a cat. Since it is transmitted from animals to people, it is categorized as a zoonotic disease.

Bonita Veterinary Hospital

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9 months ago

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We recommend annual and semi-annual wellness exams for most pets. Proactive exams every 6 months are recommended, especially for older pets, to monitor their health, catch potential issues early, and reassess chronic health conditions.