My cat is coughing, sleeping, and breathing hard. What tests & cost?

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Hello, a family friend gave me their cat about a month ago and for the past 3 weeks he's been having these short coughing fits spread throughout the 3 weeks and sleeping a lot, i didn't know what was wrong I thought maybe a cold but tonight his breathing has changed I don't know much about vets and I wanted to know what test can determine what's wrong with him? How much does it usually cost? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Male | unneutered

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Boots! The most common causes for coughing in a cat is feline asthma. It can be diagnosed by an exam (listening to the lungs and heart) and by X-rays of the chest. Other tests depends on how old Boots is. Asthma can be from inhaled allergens, lung worms or feline heart worm disease. Prices vary by region but on average an exam is $50 and X-rays are around $120. I would call to make an appointment because you mentioned his breathing has changed. Ask for the exam price and then after the Vet listens to him ask for a detailed estimate for anything else. Asthma is treated with steroids, bronchodilators and sometimes antibiotics. Good luck!

My cat is coughing, sleeping, and breathing hard. What tests & cost?

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