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Cats sneeze just like the rest of us, but maybe a touch more adorable. But if you notice your cat seems to be a little more sneezy than usual and want to find out why your cat is sneezing so much, read on! It’s important to look out for other symptoms alongside sneezing that might mean your cat is unwell.
Most of the time your cat will simply just have a tickly nose, the same as us humans. The odd sneeze here and there really isn’t cause for concern. But if your cat is suddenly sneezing constantly, it could mean there’s an underlying health condition to tackle.
Why is my cat sneezing?
URI’s .
URI’s (Upper Respiratory Tract Infections) are the most common reason your cat could be sneezing repeatedly. Contagious viruses passed between cats which may require treatment with antibiotics if they progress.
Feline Aids
Persistent sneezing paired with a runny nose could be an early sign of FIV or Feline Aids. An autoimmune disease similar to HIV in humans can often present no symptoms for years, but if it is detected is super contagious among cats. Other symptoms to look out for are weight loss, fever, lethargy and a poor appetite. If your cat is showing any of these, calling the vet is always the right thing.
Allergies & Irritants
Cat allergies are not as prevalent as human allergies, but cats can inhale certain irritants that can cause sneezing to occur. Anything like smoke, dust, potent cleaning sprays, mould or even perfume could cause your cat to get sneezy. Keep an eye on the circumstances around your sneezing furball and see if you can draw any links to these kinds of irritants.
Other causes
Cats may simply be sneezing to dislodge a little blockage in their nasal passage. Another reason may be an infection or inflammation of a tooth root, which can affect the sinuses and cause some sneezes.
Overall a cute little cat sneeze here and there is nothing to worry about. But if your cat is sneezing repeatedly and you notice other symptoms like a runny nose, fatigue, coughing or anything else that raises alarm bells, call your vet to get to the bottom of it and keep your kitty safe.
