My kitten is breathing fast and wheezing. Is it a medical emergency?

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Hello! Im currently fostering two kittens, and they started albon treatment for Coccida today. One kitten I have noticed, always was breathing faster, and that has continued. He seems to breath at ~105 a minute, both when awake and asleep. Breaths have become audible too, and sound a little wheezy. His stool was much more moist, which I assume is from the albon. Should I be worried about his breath? His gums look fine, but his nose is dry. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 1 month and 17 days old

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Yes, you should be worried about his breath i'm afraid, upper respiratory infections are very common in young kittens and can be fatal if left untreated. his breathing rate is way to high and he is most likely suffering from an infection, you need to take him to the vet ASAP in order to get him an antibiotic course.

My kitten is breathing fast and wheezing. Is it a medical emergency?

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