Cats can have fevers just like humans, but having a fever in cats is not a trivial problem. It can range from a minor illness to life-threatening. Now, let me introduce to you how to diagnose a cat’s fever and how to treat it.

Fever symptoms

Many diseases can cause cats to have fever, such as parasites, stress reactions, bacterial infections, etc. So how should we judge?

Generally, if a cat has a dry nose, increased eye secretions, and is trembling all over, it may be that the cat has a fever.

Test body temperature

Testing a cat’s body temperature is the most intuitive way. Insert the thermometer into about 1/3 of the anus and wait for 2-3 minutes. Clamp the inner thigh for 3-5 minutes, or measure it directly with an infrared thermometer. Generally, measuring the rectal temperature is the most accurate. If a cat’s rectal temperature exceeds 39.5 degrees, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately.

Emergency treatment

There are many causes of fever, and you should not take medicine without permission. What can a shit shovel do when medical treatment is not available immediately at night?

Wipe the cat’s small flesh pads and other exposed skin with alcohol to achieve a physical cooling effect. Wait until dawn, and immediately send the cat to the hospital to find out the cause and prescribe appropriate medicine. ​