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Why is my cat coughing? Is it a hairball, asthma, or other health issue?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Bombay | Male | neutered

My cat is coughing I don't know if it is a hair ball cough or asthma

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 31st, 2017

Poor Coco! He could be coughing due to asthma or a hairball, but it could also be to cardiac disease or a respiratory illness. I would have him seen by a vet for this coughing. The vet can do a physical exam, blood tests, urinalysis, and x-rays to diagnose what is causing his coughing so he can be treated.

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    Answered By Rosemary Barber, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on

    Yes, it could be either of these two things! If Coco is coughing a lot, I would suggest taking him in for a check up, particularly if he is not eating, or acting lethargic. Asthma can be treated with inhalers that your vet can prescribe. If it seems more like a hairball, your vet can get Coco started on some hairball remedies. Good luck!

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