10 Symptoms of Diabetes in Dogs
Diabetes can be a challenging condition to manage, especially in pets that cannot verbally communicate how they feel. Recognizing the symptoms of diabetes in...
From coughing, sneezing, and a runny nose to a fever and aches, having a cold can be an exhausting experience. But while we may find relief in an extra blanket, a bowl of chicken soup, or a dose of cough syrup, what remedies can you offer your feline friend when it is your cat that catches a cold?
Cats are not immune to diseases, and different viral or bacterial infections can present the same upper respiratory distress as a typical human cold. It is important to note, however, that the viruses and bacteria that cause these symptoms in cats are not the same as those that infect humans, and a cold cannot be passed between cats and humans. The symptoms are similar to human colds, however, and can include:
While cat colds are not contagious to humans, these illnesses can easily spread to other cats. If you have multiple cats and one animal begins to exhibit cold symptoms, it is best to isolate the cat in a “sick room” for several days until the symptoms clear and the cat has recovered. When interacting with the sick cat, change clothes and wash your hands thoroughly before and after interactions to minimize the risk of spreading the cold to other cats.
There are several remedies that can help a cat with a cold feel more comfortable and recover more quickly. If your cat has a cold…
It is best to use as many remedies as possible, because the more comfortable you make your cat, the more quickly it will recover from its cold.
With good at-home care, most cats will be over their colds within just a few days. If your cat is not showing any improvement withing 4-5 days, however, or if its symptoms continue to worsen, it is important to seek veterinary care. This is especially true with any very severe symptoms such as wheezing or extreme difficulty breathing, or if additional symptoms appear. Cats can develop pneumonia quickly, and immediate treatment is necessary to prevent more severe complications.
Cats can commonly get colds, but recognizing the symptoms and providing at-home relief can help make your pet more comfortable while it recovers.
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Diabetes can be a challenging condition to manage, especially in pets that cannot verbally communicate how they feel. Recognizing the symptoms of diabetes in...
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