My kitten has frequent sneezes and rubs her face. Is it serious?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Siberian | Female | spayed | 3 months old | 1.764 lbs
Kitten sneezes frequently and rubs her face
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Published on August 5th, 2017
Sneezing is most commonly a sign of an upper respiratory infection. Viral respiratory infections can cause sneezing, ocular discharge or squinting, and clear nasal discharge. They usually do not require specific treatment unless a secondary bacterial infection forms so if Luna has any thick or colored discharge from her eyes or nose, if her eyes look red, or if her appetite is decreased you should see a veterinarian. She may be rubbing her face because her nose is itchy or irritated. Of course there are a few other things that can cause sneezing - sometimes foreign material or even parasites can get in the nose, or kittens can sometimes develop polyps in the nose and throat. If her sneezing is not improving in the next 3-5 days you should make an appointment to see your veterinarian.
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Published on August 31st, 2017
Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sorry to hear that Luna is sneezing. A few things come to mind- an early upper respiratory infection caused by a virus (possibly stress related), some type of airborne irritant or allergen in the air, or she has inhaled a small foreign body into her nasal passageways. I would monitor her over the next 24 hours or so and see if the signs resolve, persist, or worsen. If they persist or worsen, you should have her seen by your vet and especially if you notice discharge from the nose or eyes, red eyes, squinty eyes, cough, trouble breathing, etc. Your vet can get a detailed history and do a physical exam. If diagnostics are needed they can advise what tests to run such as blood tests or x-rays. I hope this passes and Luna gets back to normal soon.
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