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My cat is sneezing a lot. Is this normal for cats, or should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My cat is snezzing alot is that ok

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on May 1st, 2017

It's not normal for a cat to sneeze a lot, and this sneezing could be caused by allergies or a respiratory infection. I would have your kitty seen by a vet in the morning if the sneezing continues. The vet can diagnose what is causing the sneezing and what treatment may be best for her symptoms.

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    Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on November 29th, 2017

    So cute! He could have allergies or an upper respiratory infection. If it continues and/or you see a discharge then he should be examined by a vet for treatment. He might need an antibiotic, anti-histamine, and/or a corticosteroid to help treat the problem.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on April 19th, 2017

    Silver could be sneezing because she has respiratory infection or allergies. I would have her seen by a vet for this tomorrow to diagnose the cause of the sneezing, as there may be medications that can help with her symptoms. Once the cause of the sneezing is found, then the vet can decide which medications would be appropriate to treat her symptoms.

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    Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 8th, 2019

    It is possible that your cat has allergies to something in the environment or an upper respiratory infection. Cats can commonly be afflicted by upper respiratory viruses that can cause sneezing, nasal discharge, conjunctivitis and corneal ulcers. These viruses can be latent in a cat's system and then in times of stress (like moving in to a new environment) they can cause illness. This is what I suspect is going on with your cat. Oftentimes cats can overcome a viral flare up on their own but sometimes they need antiviral drugs, eye medications, and possibly antibiotics to help them get over the virus. If the illness lasts more than 3-5 days, or if she stops eating then I would take her in to be examined by your veterinarian. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck!

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