My cat's asthma meds aren't working. Should I take him to the vet?

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My three year old cat has asthma. He was given an inhaler and meds which I've given him for about two months now. He had an asthma attack about a week and a half ago, so I took him in and they gave me more meds to give him. Well, he had another asthma attack this morning. I don't know if I should continue giving him his meds or if I should take him to the vet. The attack wasn't that bad, it was pretty short. Under a minute. I've taken him to the vet 7 times already so I really don't want to go. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 3 years and 7 months old | 11.3 lbs

Stephanie Echols, DVM · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry Pumpkin isn't feeling well. Asthma can be difficult to control. Pumpkin needs to be on a daily inhaled steroid as well as an oral steroid. You need a rescue inhaler for emergencies. Make sure you aren't using any aerosols or vapors in the home- that means any plug ins, cleaning supplies, smoking, candles, etc. Also, make sure your vet has prescribed a dewormer to rule out parasites that mimic asthma. If that's not working, you may need to see a specialist to discuss further options. Good luck and kisses to Pumpkin!

My cat's asthma meds aren't working. Should I take him to the vet?

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