SOCK it to FIP

Save Our Cats and Kittens from Feline Infectious Peritonitis

 

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WHAT IS FIP?

Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is a disease that kills 1 in 100 to 1 in 300 of all cats under ages 3-5. The incidence can be five to 10 times greater among young cats coming from catteries and shelters. FIP is virtually 100% fatal, and there is no treatment or cure. FIP can manifest suddenly -- weeks, months or even years after initial infection. Therefore, cat lovers usually experience the heartbreak of this disease long after they have developed strong emotional bonds with their pets.

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WHAT IS SOCK FIP?

Save Our Cats and Kittens from Feline Infectious Peritonitis (SOCK FIP) is a group of cat lovers, breeders, rescue groups, veterinarians and geneticists who are working together to support research on feline infectious peritonitis at the UC Davis Center for Companion Animal Health (CCAH).  SOCK FIP is a volunteer organization run by people who have had personal experiences with this terrible disease.  Funds raised will be directed to the CCAH and its experienced group of FIP researchers, who are part of a global coalition dedicated to finding solutions for FIP.  SOCK FIP's mission includes helping cat lovers to gain a better understanding of FIP and learn ways to help prevent the disease.

This website is designed to provide comprehensive and up-to-date information on feline infectious peritonitis and FIP research, as well as support for those who are facing or have already experienced the loss of a beloved kitten or cat to FIP.  It also can show how YOU can help us SOCK IT TO FIP!

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LEGACY OF COMPASSION: SALLY MORGAN-WELCH AND HER FAMILY FOUNDATION ENGAGE IN THE BATTLE AGAINST FIP

Sally Morgan-Welch noticed that her rescued cat Jakey was lethargic and losing weight. Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP)—a nearly always fatal systemic viral disease caused by a mutation in the coronavirus—was suspected. But it wasn’t until he continued his rapid descent and had to be euthanized that the veterinarians were able to determine without a doubt that Jakey had been suffering from the disease.

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INTERVIEW WITH DR. NIELS C. PEDERSEN AND FIP ARTICLES WIN CAT WRITERS' ASSOCIATION AWARDS

Interviews with Dr. Niels C. Pedersen on feline infectious peritonitis and feline husbandry, along with other articles on FIP, helped SOCK FIP volunteer Nancy L. Reeves and the United Burmese Cat Fanciers (UBCF) newsletter win four awards from the Cat Writers' Association at their annual conference in November 2009.

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