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Last night it started coughing, like wanting to vomit but couldn’t; this morning I gave half an amoxicillin and a cap of children’s cough syrup, then it got diarrhea.
Coughing with diarrhea may be upper respiratory infection, digestive issues, virus, or parasites. See a vet; don't keep dosing since symptoms didn't improve.
Can feline rhinotracheitis (cat flu) be transmitted to dogs?
Cat flu is caused by the feline herpesvirus, which is species-specific and only infects cats; it cannot be transmitted to humans or other animals, including dogs.
My dog keeps coughing, cannot close its mouth, has foam around the mouth, a slight fever, poor appetite, and trouble opening its left eye — what illness is this?
Based on your description, the persistent cough is likely a respiratory disease or distemper virus, and the foaming at the mouth also suggests a digestive issue or food poisoning. If unvaccinated, distemper is more likely and needs a vet test and treatment.
Can feline rhinotracheitis (cat flu) spread to healthy cats?
Cat flu is highly contagious and spreads through respiratory and digestive secretions of sick cats, such as nasal/oral discharge, sneezing, and coughing. Recovered cats also carry and shed the virus long-term, so isolate sick cats immediately.
My Newly Bought Golden Retriever Has Heavy Tear Stains, Lies Still, and Keeps Wanting to Vomit
A newly bought dog with these signs is likely ill - screen for infectious and respiratory disease. Lying still may mean exhaustion or dehydration; IV fluids may be needed. Heavy tear staining suggests inflammation, possibly distemper, parvovirus, or other infection.
How is feline rhinotracheitis caused?
Also called feline infectious rhinotracheitis, it is an acute contagious disease from feline herpesvirus type 1, species-specific to cats. It spreads via respiratory and digestive tracts from sick, recovering or latent cats. Contaminated objects also transmit it, so crowded spaces have high rates.
Can a cat’s rhinotracheitis be cured?
Cat flu is curable; it's an upper respiratory infection from feline herpesvirus, with a high cure rate if treated promptly. Some carriers never show symptoms. Treat with antibiotics, antivirals, lysine, and good nutrition.
Can feline rhinotracheitis spread throughout the whole house?
Feline rhinotracheitis is caused by the herpesvirus, which can be carried by an infected cat's respiratory droplets into the room and could potentially contaminate the entire house. To prevent transmission, the sick cat should be isolated promptly and the environment thoroughly disinfected.
What Medication Works Fast for Feline Rhinotracheitis (Cat Flu)?
Cat flu is an upper respiratory infection usually treated with antivirals, antibiotics, and lysine. Amoxicillin reduces inflammation, while lysine and drugs like famciclovir suppress the virus. Severe cases need interferon injections at a vet.
What causes feline rhinotracheitis?
Rhinotracheitis is mainly from herpesvirus; weak or unvaccinated cats are more likely infected. Most cats with coronavirus do not develop it, showing mild signs or none, but a fair number do. It spreads via nasal, saliva, and discharge, so vaccinate regularly, boost resistance, and avoid unknown cats.