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My cat snores while sleeping. Is it a respiratory infection? What now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | neutered | 9 months and 8 days old | 1lb

My cat when he sleeps have like a little snore but it’s only some times when he breaths can it be something to do with an respiratory infection?? What can I do and ruffle how much would it cost ?

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on October 17th, 2018

Thanks for using pet coach. IF Lumi is making a louder breathing noise when sleeping this could be normal for him. A typical upper respiratory infection will lead to nasal discharge, sneezing and even discharge around the eyes. I would recommend taking Lumi to a vet for a good physical exam just to make sure him lungs sound normal. It is most likely just a normal noise for him. Hope that helps

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    Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on October 18th, 2018

    I would have Boo examined by a vet. Upper respiratory tract infections and nasopharyngeal polyps are common causes of noisy breathing. Occasionally cats can have an elongated soft palate or even something stuck in the nose or throat that can cause these sounds. The vet will do a thorough exam, and may need to sedate her for a thorough exam of the back of the throat.

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