I have two cats and both of them started sneezing like crazy the other day. I just got over a cold so I thought maybe I gave it to them?!?!? Not sure if that was possible or not. Is there anything that I can do for them?
2007-02-14 05:15:01 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Oh just to let everyone know they are both inside cats!
2007-02-14 05:22:40 · update #1
Well, cats do get both colds and allergies. This sounds more like the former to me. As with colds in people, cat colds are usually viral and can't be treated with antibiotics -- but vets often prescribe them anyway in order to prevent a secondary infection from developing while the immune system is weakened from fighting the cold. If he is eating normally and not showing a distinct change in activity level, he will probably fight it off in 3-5 days. But if he is not eating and/or seems lethargic, you should take him in to see your vet because he needs additional help and possibly some supportive care. You may also want to check his temperature, which can done rectally with a digital thermometer lubricated with vaseline. Normal cat temperature is in the 101 to 103 degree range. Anything over 103.5 means call the vet.
The biggest danger to cats with colds is that they stop eating because they can't smell the food. (One way to stimulate his appetite is to microwave the food for 15 seconds or so, this makes it more fragrant and therefore easier to smell!)
Hope this helps
2007-02-14 05:45:20 · answer #1 · answered by PaIgE c 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes they do. I have included an article quoted from a website called catchannel.com
http://www.catchannel.com/vetlibrary/respiratory/article_5590.aspx
Cat Respiratory Health - Kitty Colds Is your cat sneezing? It may have an upper respiratory infection.
Upper respiratory infections, or kitty colds, are prevalent among cats. The most common causes are viruses, including the viruses that constitute the annual booster vaccines. Feline rhinotracheitis virus, feline herpes and feline calicivirus are three viruses that have effects that are diminished, but not prevented, by vaccination.
Acute viral infections may produce fever, congested nasal passages, thick nasal discharge, lethargy and anorexia. Often, a secondary bacterial infection will complicate the primary viral infection. Antibiotics, which are used to treat URIs in cats, will work only if a bacterial infection is present. Unfortunately, drugs that effectively kill these viruses do not exist, and veterinarians are only able to treat the symptoms.
URIs can run a course of seven to 21 days. If your cat is exhibiting symptoms of a upper respiratory infection, take it to your veterinarian
2007-02-14 06:35:59 · answer #2 · answered by drchristna_2001 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
this may be an top respiration an infection, that's comparable to a worry-loose chilly in people, yet would be risky in a youthful kitten. The vet is definately the final element you're able to do. no remember if this is a URI, placed the kitten in a room with lots of foodstuff and water, and placed a vaporizer purely severe sufficient that kitty can no longer attain it. this would help decongest his nasal passages and airway, making it much less annoying to respire. save your different kitten away, considering URI's are contagious. it would circulate away after approximately 2 weeks. yet even with what all of us on line says, definately circulate to the vet. And to respond to your question, sure, cat colds and infections would be omitted to different cats.
2016-09-29 02:50:38 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they do. I just got my kitty a play mate from the APL and apparently she had a cold. She was sneezing and then my other cat started sneezing. I took them both to the vet and they have an upper respetory infection. Thee good thing is, my two kitties do not have any nasty mucus or anything so this is only viral and not bacterial. The vet went ahead and put them both on Amoxicillan and both are doing much better!
2007-02-18 09:45:00 · answer #4 · answered by llisaisme80 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, cats can get colds just like humans do, also they could have devolped an allergy as crazy as that sounds. So the best bet would be take them to the vet to see if they have a cold or not. If they do have a cold they probably did not catch it from you though. Cats bodies react to different germs differntly then we do.
2007-02-14 05:59:45 · answer #5 · answered by Amanda 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Our cats get colds too. I know the sneezing can get annoying but they just need to rest. They get over it in a couple of days. If you see that they start sneezing blood then you need to take them to the Vet! Other than that it should be fine! Have fun!
2007-02-14 05:20:30 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cats do get upper respiratory infections, colds. They can get better on their own but if you notice the cat is in distress definitely call your vet.
2007-02-14 05:24:30 · answer #7 · answered by Nicole 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes. We have cats that get colds, all the time. If they start blowing out green snot, that's a sinus infection, and you need to take them to the vet. If it's just sneezes with clear fluid -- it (the cold) will pass.
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2007-02-14 05:31:17 · answer #8 · answered by tlbs101 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes. Cats can get upper respiratory infections. If you think your cat has one, you should call your vet immediately. URI's are very contagious and can be dangerous. Your vet should be able to give you an antibiotic for you cat.
2007-02-14 05:24:27 · answer #9 · answered by boxadorboxador 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
My oldest cat gets a cold now and then.I just leave him be but keep an eye on him to make sure it doesn't get to bad.
2007-02-20 09:21:46 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋