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My cat has a cold, fever, and snuffles. What can I give him safely?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 5 years and 1 month old

Hello,I repeat my question because I' m not sure is it sent the first time:My cat was scared from one bad person who came unexpectedly in my backyard and ran away and was afraid to come back within some hours and it was cold outside and started raining and when he came back he was wet and on the next day had a cold,now has fever and snuffles,what safe can I give him to heal his cold,thank you

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on May 21st, 2017

Most snuffles and flus will resolve themselves over 3-5days once a cat is indoors, warm and dry. If fever is continuing, antiinflammatory and possibly antibiotic medications may need to be prescribed by your vet. Calming supplements and foods should be considered if your cat is very anxious

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