Why is my cat coughing? Could it be fleas or a flea allergy?

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Can fleas cause a cat to cough? Is there any chance that a flea allergy would lead to a persistent cough in a cat? Or are fleas and coughing not related at all? Thanks. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 2 years old

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Fleas and coughing are not expected to be related. Coughing can be a sign of many conditions such as pneumonia, bronchitis, heart disease, among many other possibilities. I recommend that you have Jolly evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Likely diagnostics to be performed include thoracic radiographs and bloodwork. Treatment would be dependent on findings. Good luck and have a good one!

Why is my cat coughing? Could it be fleas or a flea allergy?

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