Before you use this page
FeliVitals is for tracking and organization. It does not diagnose, interpret an individual case, set treatment, or change medication, insulin, fluid, diet, or recheck plans. Use these notes with your veterinarian.
What FIV can look like
Feline immunodeficiency virus affects the immune system. Many FIV-positive cats can appear well for years, but they may be more vulnerable to secondary infections and chronic inflammation.
Home tracking is most useful when it shows repeated patterns: appetite, weight, mouth health, skin, eyes, breathing, stool, energy, and medication response.
Signs to record
- Weight loss, low appetite, low energy, fever notes, or recurring illness.
- Mouth pain, gum inflammation, dental problems, drooling, or trouble eating.
- Skin wounds, eye changes, respiratory signs, diarrhea, or urinary signs.
- Medication response, missed doses, lab recheck dates, and household exposure questions.
What matters to track with FIV
- Appetite, weight, energy, dental or mouth changes, skin issues, eye issues, respiratory signs, diarrhea, and behavior.
- Medication timing, missed doses, and response notes.
- Lab results and recheck history if your veterinarian recommends monitoring.
- Household and exposure notes that support the prevention plan from your veterinarian.
How FeliVitals helps
- Log symptoms, appetite, weight, medications, labs, and daily notes over time.
- Make recurring care routines easier to share with family or sitters.
- Prepare a concise summary when a mild change becomes worth discussing.
Questions to bring to your vet
- How often should my cat have wellness exams and dental checks?
- Which symptoms should I call about quickly?
- How should I manage risk with other cats?
- What testing or retesting plan applies to my cat?