How can I help my cat's stuffy nose at home before a vet visit?

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I have three cats. 1 has had a stuffy nose nose for a while. is there anything I can try befor the long ride to a vet. Pet's info: Cat | Bengal | Male | neutered | 11 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

There are a few things you can try at home for Juju, but if he's had this stuff nose for longer than a couple of days, it's better to take him into the vet. That would be my recommendation, and you can do the things at home I'm going to tell you in conjunction with medications from the vet. First, you can try starting him 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 (if that is what's causing his stuffy nose). 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 he's congested, you can also try using a humidifier or bringing him 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. I would have him seen by a vet tomorrow or first thing Monday. Good luck, I hope this helps!

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