Dealing with a Crying Cat's Sneezes: Quick Tips!
Poor Kitty: Crying Tears and Sniffling with a Cold
One: The Common Cold in Cats
Cats are particularly susceptible to illnesses, and when they do fall ill, they often exhibit symptoms of external infections. One quite distinctive sign is excessive tearing. This is due to the close proximity of a cat's tear ducts to its nasal passages. When the nasal passages are irritated, the tear ducts can be affected as well, leading to a watery eye. If your cat is suffering from a cold, causing it to have a runny nose and watery eyes, you can treat it with catspecific cold remedies, such as Huanglian Jiedu Tablets or Shuanghuanglian Oral Liquid. These can be quite effective in treating your cat's cold symptoms.
Two: Feline Rhinitis
Feline rhinitis, often caused by the feline herpesvirus, can also lead to a cat's sniffling and watery eyes. Besides sneezing and tearing, cats with rhinitis may show signs of lethargy, decreased appetite, and even shock. This condition can be lifethreatening for cats with weakened immune systems. To combat rhinitis, it's best to seek veterinary care, as antibiotics are the most effective treatment. If you're concerned about your cat's stress at the vet leading to worsened symptoms, you can administer some antibacterial medications at home first, such as Amoxicillin or Doxycycline hydrochloride. Additionally, it's advisable to supplement with lysine, as it can effectively inhibit the synthesis of the herpesvirus, providing a good control over the illness.
Three: Allergic Rhinitis in Cats
If a cat lives in an environment that is excessively dusty or filled with bacteria, it may develop allergic rhinitis due to the inhalation of these particles. In such cases, you can use medications designed to treat allergies, such as Cat Amines or Antihistamine Tablets, which can help alleviate your cat's allergic symptoms.
Tip: For more information on why cats sneeze, check out our article "Why Does My Cat Sneeze and Have Diarrhea But Still Acts Fine?"
