My cat is sneezing and not eating. Does she need antibiotics for a cold?

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My cat has been sneezing fairly often for the past 2 days. No discharge from nose or temperature but loss of appetite. does she need antibiotics and if so how can I get them sent to me? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 5 years and 5 months old | 4 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Trixie. You would need to see a vet to get antibiotics, but they likely won't work as most respiratory infections in cats are caused by viruses. There are a few things you can try at home for her. First, you can try starting her on an L-lysine supplement - this is an amino acid that has been shown to help the immune system fight off respiratory infections more effectively. Enisyl and Viralys are both good brands, and can be purchased over the counter without a prescription - just follow the dosing instructions on the label based on your cat's weight. If she's congested, you can also try using a humidifier or bringing her into the bathroom with the door closed while you take a hot shower - the steam and humidity help to break up congestion and temporarily relieve symptoms associated with respiratory infections. I hope this helps!

My cat is sneezing and not eating. Does she need antibiotics for a cold?

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