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My cat keeps sneezing a lot. Is it allergies or something serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 2 months and 23 days old | 2.4 lbs

My cat keeps sneezing, usually 5-10 times a day. Is it just allergies or could it be something more serious?

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on September 3rd, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Charlemagne! Increased and frequent sneezing in kittens is most commonly viral, usually herpes. Cats can become chronically infected, carriers or clear the virus. As long as he is eating, playful and the nasal discharge is clear he should resolve the infection with in 2 weeks. If the discharge changes to yellow or green or becomes thicker he should see your Vet to see if he needs antibiotics. He should be seen if he lethargic and not eating well as he may have a fever. Good luck!

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