2006-12-02 11:06:05 · 12 answers · asked by TG 3 in Pets ➔ Cats
Cats can have both colds and allergies. Allergies maniefest, most often, in animals, as skin problems. Active sneezing can be a sign of a common cat virus that will run its course in about two weeks, with or without medication. Antibiotics don't work on viruses, but it makes the owners feel better to feel they are doing something proactive to make kitty feel better.
If, with the sneezing, your cat gets runny eyes, nose, starts drooling, or refuses to eat or drink, it means get to the vet immediately. The viral infection can cause a bacterial infection due to the inflammation they cause in the nasal and throat passages. Hope you find this helpful.
2006-12-02 11:19:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
it could be something innocent such as fluff up the nose and needs to be removed. the bodies natural defense is to sneeze. but sneezing could also be a sign of;
Cat Flu (Feline Infectious Respiratory Disease). It rarely causes death in healthy adult cats but it can be fatal in kittens, old cats and cats which are already ill. There are 2 main viruses involved in cat flu. The kitten or cat may be infected with just one or both of these. They are spread by direct contact between cats and sneezing. The symptoms of cat flu are runny eyes and nose, sneezing, high temperature, conjunctivitis, salivation, mouth ulcers, occasional coughing or even pneumonia. The mouth ulcers can make the cat reluctant to eat and this can cause further complications. Cats that recover from cat flu may become carriers of the virus and can transmit the disease to other cats for many years. If this 'carrier' cat is stressed, this can be by moving house or other activities which are out of the ordinary, it may show signs of cat flu, this being a runny nose and most commonly by sneezing.
ring the vet to see if a consultation/check up is required. no point in risking it.
qualified veterinary nurse UK
2006-12-02 11:15:35 · answer #2 · answered by narnolls vn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, cats can get colds, and a lot have allergies. It's not much to worry about, but if the sneezing persists for a few days, you may want to get him checked by a vet.
2006-12-02 11:08:34 · answer #3 · answered by Judgerz 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-02 09:38:20 · answer #5 · answered by corridoni 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats can get colds and can also have allergies. You should take your cat to the vet, excessive sneezing is also a sign of feline leukemia.
2006-12-02 11:09:12 · answer #6 · answered by mka1369 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you using a deodeorising litter? The chemicals that this type of litter contains can cause the cat to sneeze or become allergic. If so, i recommend you buy normal litter and use a deodeorising litter cone that sits in the centre of the litter which provides effictive protection against odeor and wont irratate the kitten.
2006-12-02 12:30:01 · answer #7 · answered by JennieLaura_-X 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
from a cat expert who use to have 7 cats, more than 8 dogs, 4 hamsters, 1 rabbit mice iguanna and many fish, plus sisters, i should know, my old cat use to sneeze and you need to get the cat to the vet to get some meds.
2006-12-02 11:10:34 · answer #8 · answered by Blue Crystal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah they can have allergies and yes they can get sick if you notice a kinda crackle when they are purring they could have, well kinda its almost like a upper respiratory cold... you need to take him or her to the vet soonif you think thats what it could be...and its very contagious to other cats if you have others you need to take them to the vet... good luck
2006-12-02 11:09:03 · answer #9 · answered by *little one* 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is the mucus clear or green? Clear is usually allergies and green means there is an infection in there.
2006-12-02 11:08:23 · answer #10 · answered by Wags 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋