The Oklahoma Animal Control Association

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Green Country veterinarians and animal rescues are warning people after seeing more cases of a tick-borne illness in cats called bobcat fever.

Bobcat fever is a tick-borne disease transmitted to cats through the bite of a Lone Star tick. It is specific to cats and can be potentially fatal.

Experts say to watch for these symptoms:

💠Lethargy or depression
💠High fever
💠Difficulty breathing
💠Pale gums or mucous membranes
💠Yellowing of the skin or eyes, which occurs as the body struggles to process destroyed red blood cells

More information on symptoms, survival rates, and how to protect your cats in the comments 🔗