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My cat extends neck, low to floor, quiet sound. Hairball or asthma?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 7 lbs

My kitty sometimes extendeds his neck, while hes low to the floor and looks like he has a hairball. Never seen a cat do this. Could it be a hairball or something else? He makes a quiet sound cant really explain it. One time he even had his tongue sticking out a little.

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 9th, 2019

It is very hard to say what may be causing Keanu's symptoms. My best guess would be asthma but there are many other things it could be. I suggest you have him examined by your vet. It would be a good idea to videotape an episode to show your vet as he likely won't do the behavior during the exam.

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