Can cats catch a cold? Colds can occur due to wind and cold, sudden changes in temperature, etc.

Aug 17,2024
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Cat cold is an acute systemic disease mainly caused by inflammation of the upper respiratory tract mucosa. Clinically, it is characterized by elevated body temperature, cough, runny nose, and sneezing. ​​​​​​

Cat colds often occur due to factors such as wind and cold, sudden changes in temperature, long-distance transportation and other factors that reduce the resistance of the respiratory mucosa. The sick cats were depressed and unwilling to move. Their body temperature reached about 40°C. Symptoms include watery nasal discharge, coughing, sneezing, flushing of the conjunctiva, and sometimes mouth breathing.

The treatment principles for this disease should be antipyretic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and preventing secondary infection. 30% metamizole (0.3-0.6 g/time) and antacid injection (0.3-0.5 ml/time) can be used ). In order to prevent secondary infection, penicillin and streptomycin can be used twice a day for 3-5 days.

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