Feline calicivirus.This virus is highly contagious between cats. Mouth ulcers are the most common problem, but it can affect the respiratory tract and even causepneumonia. These infections may make your cat more likely to develop other respiratory problems that can exacerbate sneezing. For example, ...
Cat flu is the general name given to a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract in cats. It is a common disease in cats and although not usually fatal in previously healthy adult cats it can cause death in kittens and immuno-suppressed older cats Cat flu is most commonly caused by ...
Tachypnea is rapid breathing, but it doesn’t always mean the cat is having trouble breathing.Dyspneais the term for problems with breathing, like shortness of breath, airway constrictions, or labored breathing. The two terms get confused, but an increased respiratory rate (tachypnea) does not ...
A two-month-old, mixed breed, female cat has respiratory problems and anorexia symptoms. The patient, who was taken to two different clinics, was diagnosed with bronchitis. Our hospital revealed that the diagnosis was not bronchitis but congestive heart failure due to mitral dysplasia. Medical ...
Many deaths occur due to common cat health problems that could have been avoided completely by proper vaccination. Cats may contract viral infections just like humans, and may get the flu (see upper respiratory infections above). Sometimes, a cat will have a virus of non-specific origin....
Cat health problems and various cat diseases. Common diseases of cats, symptoms of illnesses, causes, how to treat a sick cat. Cat health care
While sneezing and coughing are different reflexes, they often occur together when a cat is dealing with a respiratory problem. If you notice your cat coughing in addition to sneezing, it's essential to monitor the frequency and severity of both symptoms. When to Seek Veterinary Care While occa...
Respiratory infectionscan cause bad breath. There is a wide range of possibilities, including laryngitis, bronchitis, and lung diseases associated with feline immunodeficiency virus. Solution: If you notice that your cat struggles to breathe normally and has bad breath, take them for an assessment wi...
Thank You Dr. Marie replied: Hi and thanks for your question. The most common reason for green discharge from the nose and congestion is a viral upper respiratory tract infection. This is sort of like a cold in people. However, when we see green discharge it means that there is a bacter...
It’s the most common feline respiratory disorder. An estimated 1-5 percent of all domestic cats in the U.S. -- have some form of it. Ones that spend at least part of their time outdoors are most likely to get it. When something irritates your cat’s airways, they get inflamed and...