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My cat is struggling to breathe and losing weight. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Longhair | Male | neutered | 1 year and 6 months old | 2.8 lbs

My cat has been having issues with his breathing.. we took him to the ver about 2 weeks ago for UTI (Is what they sAID) He would cry while using the bathroom... well now his elbows are sticking out and mouth whide open like he cant breah really he isnt acting like himself looks like he is still losing weight... we dk what to do not an open er around here thats that is close enough.,.

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Answered By Dr. Paula Simons

Veterinarian

Published on March 28th, 2020

This is an emergency. I'm sorry that there is not a near by vet but your cat needs to be seen by a veterinarian immediately. I worry if you wait, things may just get worse. Please call the nearest ER and ask them for advice on the best way to get your cat to them.

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