Symptoms of Upper Respiratory Infection in Cats

Feline upper respiratory infection (URI) hits the nose and throat and shows as fever, sneezing, watery eyes, runny nose, red eyes, cough, hoarse voice, poor appetite, and sleepiness. Most cases are viral (herpes or calicivirus) and need antibiotics plus vet care; vaccination is the best prevention, especially for kittens.

Pet Health 📅 October 26, 2020

What to Do When Your Cat Has Watery Eyes and Sneezes

Watery eyes and sneezing in cats are usually a simple cold, feline herpesvirus (rhinotracheitis), or allergic rhinitis — not always panleukopenia, as many owners fear. Matching the cause to the right care matters, and severe or low-energy cases need a veterinarian. Keep the environment dust-free and ask your vet about helpful supplements.

Pet Health 📅 October 23, 2020

Why One of Your Cat’s Eyes Is Suddenly Red and Swollen

A cat with one red, swollen eye is usually reacting to conjunctivitis, a localized bacterial infection, or — less commonly — an internal viral illness such as panleukopenia. Matching the right treatment to the cause matters, because randomly applying eye drops can make the problem worse. Watch for other symptoms such as digestive upset, and see a vet if the eye does not improve.

Pet Health 📅 October 23, 2020

Why Your Dog Has Red Eyes with Crusty Discharge

Red eyes with crusty discharge can be as simple as a dietary imbalance or a stray speck of dust, or as serious as infection, entropion, keratitis, or a corneal ulcer. Matching the sign to the cause—and seeing a vet for the painful ones—protects your dog's sight.

Pet Health 📅 October 23, 2020

What to Do About Pus-Like Eye Discharge in Cats

Thick, pus-like eye discharge is a warning sign, not just dirt. It can come from a hot, fiber-poor diet, conjunctivitis, or a viral or bacterial infection — and because the eyes often signal inner trouble, persistent discharge means a vet visit.

Pet Health 📅 October 20, 2020

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.

Pet Health 📅 October 20, 2020

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.

Pet Health 📅 October 10, 2020

Why Your Dog’s Eyes Are Red with Crusty Discharge

Red eyes with crusty discharge signal eye disease — keratitis, corneal ulcer, cataract, or entropion. Each looks different; most respond to a saline rinse or antibacterial drops, but entropion needs surgery to stop relapse.

Pet Health 📅 October 9, 2020