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My kitten breathes fast and pants after running. Is it just allergies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Scottish Fold Longhair | Male | neutered | 5 months and 22 days old

My kitten Fuji is breathing fast and whn he runs even for 20sec then start panting , we took him to vet 2 days ago & we were told he is allergic to something and the Vet instruct us to give fuji ......Syrup & 1/4 ..... tablet each 12 hour. is it possible this signs happens just because of allergies?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 24th, 2020

To me, this doesn't sound like allergies. I'm concerned there could be something wrong with Fuji's heart, but don't freak out at that because I can't say for certain without seeing him in person. I'd take him back into the vet for this behavior. Best of luck.

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