Senior cat hacking, wheezing, stomach expanding. What can I do?

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My senior cat has been showing signs of asthma attacks. He has a history of dry hacking/slight wheezing & his stomach expands when he breaths. I assumed it was a stuck hairball but lately it's become a daily occurrence & the episodes usually last about 2 minutes. When it's done, he makes a slight guttural noise, almost like regurgitation. His appetite and energy have been lower the past 2 days. He is QAR, gums are pink, & urine/defecation is normal. Is there anyway I can help until I see a vet? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 11 years and 8 months old | 7 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

If Stevie has been having issues, especially breathing ones, it would be best to try and get into your vet as soon as possible. Until you can get in, keeping him calm and quiet and reducing exercise may help reduce some of the stress until your vet can see him. Encouraging him to keep eating and drinking by moistening his food or warming it up to make it smelly may help as well. If he has a severe attack and is in distress, can't breathe, or his gums appear pale or blue, this is a medical emergency which should be seen immediately.

Senior cat hacking, wheezing, stomach expanding. What can I do?

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