What are the reasons why cats have fever? Have you noticed it? When the weather changes or the temperature difference is too large, it is easy to cause fever and cold. Not only humans, but cats too. Cat fever is their own instinctive defense response to external infections. When a cat is infected with a virus or becomes sick, the body will react and cause a fever. Today let’s talk about what to do if your cat has a fever?

What to do if a cat has a fever? First, take the cat’s temperature. The body temperature of cats is slightly higher than that of humans, generally maintained at 38~39°C. This is why humans feel warmer when they hold a cat in their arms. If your body temperature exceeds 40°C, you should be sent to the hospital immediately. This may be a bacterial infection caused by the cat's imperfect immunity, or an infectious disease such as Toxoplasma. If the cat only has a low fever but is always listless, this is mostly an early stage of high fever.

What should I do if my cat has a fever? If the cat has a fever below 40°C, you can give the cat some Bupleurum for children to clear the air. Granules, etc. are safer for children and the dosage is easier to control than for adults. Secondly, check whether the cat has symptoms of dehydration. Lift the skin and let go. If the skin quickly returns to its original state, it means the skin has good elasticity and the cat is not dehydrated. If skin recovery is delayed or slow, subcutaneous rehydration may be necessary.

What to do if a cat has a fever? Cool down the cat. Apply ice to the cat’s abdomen, paw pads, and armpits, or use alcohol to wipe it to cool down the cat’s body. If necessary, put the cat at 25-27 5 to 10 minutes in cold water at ℃. This allows the body temperature to drop quickly. But make sure your cat's hair is completely dry. And after taking a cold bath, avoid sleeping in a drafty place.

That’s all the editor said here about what to do if a cat has a fever. I hope it can help you. When cats are sick, you must pay attention, and pet owners must not be careless.