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honeybunch - 06 Mar 2007 01:13 GMT
Just wondering if it possible to get herpes from your cat if he has it?
Lynne - 06 Mar 2007 01:14 GMT
> Just wondering if it possible to get herpes from your cat if he has it?

no.

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Marissa - 06 Mar 2007 01:21 GMT
No,

Viruses are very specific to their protein receptors and where they attach.
Herpes is an enveloped DNA virus that between feline and human doesn't match
up.

Hope your kitty is ok though...

Maria

> Just wondering if it possible to get herpes from your cat if he has it?
 
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