Q: I just lost one of my rescued cats to FIP. If I bring a new cat home, will it catch FIP from my other cat?

A: It is better to wait 3 months after the passing of a FIP cat before bringing a new cat home. While FIP is not contagious, Feline coronavirus (FCOV), the virus that causes FIP is. If you can’t wait 3 months, then conduct a thorough disinfection of your household with sterile alcohol in all areas and surfaces to kill any potential remaining FCOV to prevent further infection.