07/01/2026
Swipe through this one if your cat has been drooling, going off food, or squinting lately. Those little signs are easy to brush off as "just a cold," but they could be pointing to something worth taking seriously: Feline Calicivirus (FCV).
FCV is not always the quick, self-resolving illness people assume it is. Some cats carry it long-term, dealing with recurring mouth ulcers, joint pain, or respiratory flare-ups that come and go. The good news is that chronic FCV is a manageable condition. It does not have to mean a lifetime of suffering for your cat.
Catching it early gives your vet more to work with. Knowing what to look for, such as sores on the tongue or gums, limping that appears suddenly, or repeated sneezing and eye discharge, helps you bring the right information to your appointment instead of waiting until things escalate.
If your vet confirms FCV, ask about vet-guided options. CaliciX is a treatment option available through CureFIP, developed for cats dealing with FCV, with CaliciX Max available for more severe or refractory cases. Any next step should always be decided with your vet, based on your cat's individual situation.
Your cat does not have to just push through this. Talk to your vet, and visit curefip.com to learn more about what FCV-focused support looks like.