My cat has a dry cough. Is it dry air, dusty litter, or serious?

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Hello, I heard my cat coughing a bit last night but I'm not sure the cause. It's a dry cough I believe. It didn't sound like hacking. He doesn't have nasal discharge and his eyes are normal. I assumed the problem is that my apartment has very dry air (he is black and has a few white flakes in his fur also). The litter I use is also a bit dusty. Could it be a worse problem than dry air..? Thank you in advance. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 11 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

Without an exam, it would be hard to say if there is an underlying health issue. If you believe the air may be too dry and is causing irritation, adding in a humidifier and checking your home's humidity levels may help resolve the issue. If Luka continues to cough, seems in distress like he can't breathe, or has other symptoms appear (changes to appetite, energy levels, nasal or eye discharge, etc) then it is best to seek out veterinary care to rule out any more serious health issues.

My cat has a dry cough. Is it dry air, dusty litter, or serious?

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