My Cat Has Watery Eyes And A Cough

Cats with a cold or flu will cough as a symptom of the infection.

My cat has watery eyes and a cough. A few common reasons for cat eye discharge include. Just wanted to get another opinion. Feline upper respiratory infections. It is more wet than dry sounding.

The two primary viruses involved are feline herpesvirus 1 and feline calicivirus. Causes of watery eyes in cats watery eyes in cats can be caused by a number of underlying health complications but it is commonly seen in short faced cats. Kennel cough scientifically known as bordetella bronchiseptica. You may know it by its nickname pinkeye.

The cat also has fever and has difficulty breathing. If your cat also has a fever watery eyes and runny nose these may point to a cold. A frequent cause of eye discharge in cats these can include viruses such as feline calicivirus a. Respiratory infections are signaled by constant coughing.

Short faced or brachycephalic cat breeds are genetically predisposed to have short noses and bulging eyes. And your cats immune system will take care of virus infection. Sneezing watery eyes and runny nose may also cause secondary bacterial infections. Dust mites pollens grasses or chemicals are just a few possible allergens.

Vet said she was running a slight temp. The veterinarian may also recommend hospitalization if your cat is dehydrated or not eating. If you see this in one or both eyes along with a watery discharge theres a good chance she has conjunctivitis. Vet gave me some clavamox and neo poly dex for eyes.

Its the most common eye problem for. Feline upper respiratory infection refers to infections in the area of the nose throat and sinus area much like the common cold in humans. It is not only characterized by an intense amount of mucus but by lesions in the mouth dehydration anorexia fever coughing and sneezing. For a possible upper respiratory infection also watery eyes.

The amount of sneezing will likely be profuse. Feline viral rhinotracheitis is a respiratory disease which although affecting the cats breathing can lead to serious nose and eye discharge. No mucus no watery eyes or nose. Took to vet and got checked.

In cats these infections are quite common and very contagious. Acts like she is trying to get something out that wont come out. In this case your veterinarian will prescribe antibiotics for your four legged friend. My cat has a non productive cough that lasts up to a minute and stops sometimes it sounds like he is trying to cough up a hairball because he makes a gulping motion.