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My cat has a frequent cough. When should I take her to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 13 lbs

My cat seems to have a cough. It happens once or twice a day and seems to be soothed if I rub her neck. Should I get her to a vet?

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Answered By Rodrigo Roca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 10th, 2017

Hello, sorry to hear about Klo. Ideally, any cough should be evaluated by a veterinarian especially if it is newly developed and there is nasal or ocular discharge concurrently. Potential causes for this cough include anything infections such as a pneumonia or something associated with heart disease. Regardless, Klo should be evaluated to determine the underlying cause of the cough. Hope this helps and best of luck

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