My 24-year-old cat has a painful cough and is losing weight. What's wrong?

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My cat is 24 yrs old and has what appears to be a persistent dry cough. He looks to be in pain while coughing aswel. He is eating well and normal but is very thin. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 23 years and 11 months old

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It would be recommended to have Hooch evaluated by his veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Possible causes of coughing include pneumonia, asthma, bronchitis, among other possibilities. Your veterinarian could also prescribe pain control medications as well as checking for possible reasons for weight loss such as hyperthyroidism, renal disease, cancer, among other possibilities. I really hope that he does well. Good luck!

My 24-year-old cat has a painful cough and is losing weight. What's wrong?

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