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Why does the cat keep sneezing?

Pet Knowledge
This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Alexander Smith
Cats who always sneeze may be caused by foreign objects in the nose, odor irritation, colds, rhinitis, allergies, etc. You can use cotton swabs to clean the cat's nasal cavity or take medication to relieve the symptoms, which will help improve the symptoms of discomfort. You should also pay attention to the hygiene and cleanliness of the cat's living environment on weekdays. If the cat continues to have this condition, it is recommended to go to a regular pet hospital for examination in time and make targeted treatment based on the examination results. Otherwise, the treatment time will be delayed, the recovery of symptoms will be affected, and the symptoms will continue to worsen.

1. Foreign bodies in the nose

Cats are relatively lively pets. They often like to drill in and out, and they also habitually use their noses to smell things. Therefore, cats often have foreign bodies in their nasal cavities. Foreign objects such as hair and dust may irritate the nasal cavity and cause constant sneezing. The owner can use cotton swabs to clean the cat's nasal cavity, or ask the doctor to rinse the cat's nasal cavity with running water or saline, which can effectively relieve symptoms.

2. Odor irritation

If the cat inhales a pungent odor, it may irritate the nasal cavity and cause him to sneeze all the time. This is a normal physiological phenomenon and usually does not occur. It has an impact on physical health. Owners can keep cats away from pungent smells, which will help relieve symptoms.

3. Cold

Considering that the temperature dropped suddenly and the owner failed to keep the cat warm, it may cause the cat's body to catch cold, develop pathological reactions, runny nose, sneezing, etc. Symptoms, you can take pet-specific anti-cold drugs under the guidance of a doctor, which will help relieve symptoms.

4. Rhinitis

If you do not pay attention to the hygiene and cleanliness of your cat, it may cause bacteria to invade the nasal cavity and multiply in large quantities, causing pathological reactions, increased secretions, runny nose, and nosebleeds. , sneezing and other symptoms can be treated with pet-specific antibiotics under the guidance of a doctor.

5. Allergies

It is considered that the cat inhales pollen, smoke and other allergens. These allergens will irritate the nasal cavity and cause allergic reactions, causing nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose. Symptoms such as nosebleeds can be relieved by using pet-specific anti-allergic drugs under the guidance of a doctor.

In daily life, you should pay attention to the hygienic care of cats, bathe them regularly, and keep their skin and hair healthy.Keeping the hair dry and clean is beneficial to the cat's health.