New kitten made my cat sick. Are sneezing cats contagious? What to do?

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I recently adopted a kitten from a shelter. We already had 1 can. Well a few days later the kitten started sneezing and his eyes and nose were running. Now my other cat seems to have caught it. The kitten is doing better now. Is this something that just runs its course or do I need to get antibiotics for them? Also im pregnant, can this harm my unborn son? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 7 months and 25 days old | 5 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Congrats on the new kitten and being pregnant, but I'm sorry Milo isn't feeling well! Luckily you cannot catch a respiratory infection from cats, so there is no concern for you and your unborn son. Respiratory infections can be common in cats, and are frequently caused by viruses so antibiotics won't help. First, you can try starting them on an L-lysine supplement - this is an amino acid that has been shown to help the immune system fight off respiratory infections more effectively. Enisyl and Viralys are both good brands, and can be purchased over the counter without a prescription - just follow the dosing instructions on the label based on your cat's weight. If they are congested, you can also try using a humidifier or bringing them into the bathroom with the door closed while you take a hot shower - the steam and humidity help to break up congestion and temporarily relieve symptoms associated with respiratory infections. Depending on their symptoms, a vet may be able to prescribe medications to help with them so a vet visit would be a good idea. I hope this helps!

New kitten made my cat sick. Are sneezing cats contagious? What to do?

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