My cat is wheezing. Could it be asthma? What should I do now?

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My cat is wheezing Does he have an asthma?? What should I do to him? Thank you. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 1 year old

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Yes, wheezing could indeed be a sign of asthma. But it is also possible that she has an upper respiratory infection. Either disease is relatively easy to treat once diagnosed. Your vet will want to do xrays if he suspects asthma. URIs are usually treated with antibiotics. Here is some information of feline asthma: https://www.petcoach.co/article/feline-asthma-a-cause-of-coughing-in-cats/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/what-you-need-to-know-about-feline-asthma/ I suggest you make an appointment for Leo with your vet.

My cat is wheezing. Could it be asthma? What should I do now?

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