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My Maine Coon has erratic breathing. Is it heart disease or asthma?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Maine Coon | Male | 12 lbs

My mainecoon tiny who is 4 years old had erratic breathing for 20 seconds last night I quite worried she still active and eating I hope it not mainecoon heart disease or asthma

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 28th, 2019

If you notice a breathing episode like this again you should videotape it and then get her to a vet for an exam. It could be heart disease or asthma - there is no way for me to tell what is going on based on your description. He would need a vet exam in person and likely some diagnostics to get this diagnosed.

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