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Common Infectious Diseases in Cats
This issue summarizes 8 common feline infectious diseases; here is a brief introduction.
What Causes Respiratory Disease in Cats?
Feline respiratory disease comes from infection (virus, bacteria, fungus), inflammation (asthma, COPD), congenital defects (Persian brachycephalic), tumors, cardiovascular issues, inhaled injury (smoke), and parasites. Find the cause to treat it.
My cat has watery eyes and is sneezing
A cat cold usually comes with sneezing, a runny nose, coughing, sleepiness, and reduced appetite, so watery eyes and sneezing may be caused by a cold. But feline rhinotracheitis (cat flu) and pneumonia can also cause these symptoms, so those causes should also be considered. The owner should judge the likelihood of a cold from the cat's symptoms and the surrounding environment; if the temperature is low, a cold is fairly likely. In this case, you can give the cat pet-specific broad-spectrum anti-inflammatory medicine and observe for a while, while keeping it warm. If the cat's symptoms don't improve, take it to a vet promptly for appropriate treatment based on the examination.
My Cat Has Been Sneezing and Has a Runny Nose Lately; at Night Mucus Dries and Blocks the Nose, and Since Last Month One Eye Corner Has Had Reddish-Brown Discharge
'Cold' is a general term for upper respiratory symptoms (sneezing, runny nose, cough, congestion, red eyes or discharge). Rhinotracheitis is a type of cold from herpesvirus. Many causes: calicivirus, chlamydia, mycoplasma, Bordetella, influenza, bronchitis, pneumonia. For severe upper respiratory symptoms, get a vet PCR, DR, fSAA, and blood tests to find cause, then treat.
My rescued two-month-old kitten is on and off lethargic, barely eats, and has discharge, watery eyes, sneezing and open-mouth breathing
A kitten with sneezing, open-mouth breathing and poor appetite likely has a respiratory infection from pathogens like herpesvirus, calicivirus, mycoplasma, chlamydia or Bordetella, causing discharge, rapid breathing and cough. Stray kittens are weak and often virus-infected; don't self-treat when unwell—take it to a vet promptly.
My cat has no energy after a fever, eats and drinks but is uninterested in everything else
Fever usually brings poor appetite, lethargy, dry nose, and weakness, but the fever itself is abnormal, typically from infection or contagious disease, so see a vet to find the cause. If you cannot go at once, cool it physically with alcohol swabs or ice on paw pads and ear tips; a temperature above 39.5 C is fever, and persistent fever needs hospital tests for panleukopenia, FIP, pneumonia, and leukemia.
How to Treat a Sneezing, Congested Cat
A cat that only sneezes usually needs no medication, but added symptoms change the picture. Allergies, a chill, viral rhinotracheitis, or a nasal foreign body each call for a different fix — and persistent sneezing with discharge means a vet visit.
Cat Has Had Yellow Nasal Discharge for Six Months
Persistent yellow nasal discharge in cats usually points to a chronic upper-respiratory infection such as feline viral rhinotracheitis, or less commonly pneumonia. When the symptom has lasted six months, the condition is well established and needs a proper veterinary work-up rather than guesswork. Supportive home care can ease discomfort, but lasting or recurring discharge warrants diagnostic testing.
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