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My cat is coughing and wheezing while awake. Should I be worried?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 4 years and 8 months old

hi there I'm worried about my cat she's been coughing for a while and wheezing I thought she was snoring but she makes the same noise while she's awake too! should I be worried?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on February 6th, 2020

A chronic cough or wheeze may be due to allergies, polyps, infection or even heart disease just to name a few causes. Ideally, Shadow should be physically examined by your veterinarian to diagnose the underlying cause. This way the most effective treatment can be administered.

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