What does it mean when a kitten coughs?
In cats, coughing is most often a sign of an inflammatory problem affecting the lower respiratory tract, especially some form of bronchitis. This inflammation is often due to an infection, particularly with viruses such as feline viral rhinotracheitis, or bacteria such as Bordetella.
Why does my kitten keep coughing and sneezing?
The Usual Suspects If your kitten’s coughing and sneezing enough that you’re concerned, the most likely culprit is an upper respiratory infection, which is basically a kitty cat cold. Two viruses, feline herpesvirus and calcivirus, are responsible for the majority of these.
When to go to the vet if your kitten is sneezing?
If your kitten’s sneezing won’t go away, it might be a sign of something serious. Here’s how to assess things so you can go see your vet with the details. Sneezing is one of the most common health complaints veterinarians hear from people with young kittens. Photo: Natalia Kostrykina “My kitten is sneezing!”
Why does my Persian Kitten sneeze all the time?
The veterinarian will check the nose for inflammation of the mucous membranes. If sneezing and nasal congestion continues for a long period of time it could indicate an immune system problem. Persians are predisposed to upper respiratory infection due to the flatter face.
How can you tell if your cat has a cough?
Coughing is an involuntary reflex of the body. It’s your cat’s way of expelling whatever is irritating the lungs, airways, or throat. If your cat has a cough, they may exhibit some of the signs listed below: Moist/wet with mucous.
The Usual Suspects If your kitten’s coughing and sneezing enough that you’re concerned, the most likely culprit is an upper respiratory infection, which is basically a kitty cat cold. Two viruses, feline herpesvirus and calcivirus, are responsible for the majority of these.
If your kitten’s sneezing won’t go away, it might be a sign of something serious. Here’s how to assess things so you can go see your vet with the details. Sneezing is one of the most common health complaints veterinarians hear from people with young kittens. Photo: Natalia Kostrykina “My kitten is sneezing!”
The veterinarian will check the nose for inflammation of the mucous membranes. If sneezing and nasal congestion continues for a long period of time it could indicate an immune system problem. Persians are predisposed to upper respiratory infection due to the flatter face.
Coughing is an involuntary reflex of the body. It’s your cat’s way of expelling whatever is irritating the lungs, airways, or throat. If your cat has a cough, they may exhibit some of the signs listed below: Moist/wet with mucous.