Why is my 9-month-old cat mouth breathing after play and not eating?

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My cat is around 9 months old now, and ive noticed that alot of the time when she has been running around or playing intensly she starts breathing through her mouth for a while. Today ive noticed however that shes been feeling a little ill, shes not eating to good and doesn't want to go outside (she usually always wants to go outside) and the area ive marked on the photo was moving quite rapidly. I would love to get your thoughts on these things. She is generally a very happy and active cat! Pet's info: Cat | British Shorthair | Female | spayed | 10 months and 17 days old | 0 lbs

Emily Luisana DVM · Accepted Answer

Bumble is a great name! It is good you have noticed these subtle changes. Sometimes I have cats who open mouth breath when playing or exercising and it turns out to be nothing to be concerned about... however it always warrants further investigation because lung disease, hernias, asthma, and cardiac conditions can all cause the signs you are describing. I recommend an x-ray to make sure we are not dealing with these conditions. If she is not feeling well today it may be related or could not be... an exam would help rule out other concerns! Unfortunately I do not see a picture attached but please feel free to submit another question. I hope this helps!

Why is my 9-month-old cat mouth breathing after play and not eating?

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