What to do if your cat catches a cold

1. First aid measures:

When your cat catches a cold due to exposure to cold temperatures, the first priority is to keep it warm and avoid exposing it to low temperatures. If the symptoms are mild, you can treat them at home. For cold symptoms caused by exposure, you can use pet-specific cold medicines containing ingredients such as doxycycline and amoxicillin, and strictly follow the instructions to feed your cat. If your cat has vomiting and diarrhea, you need to fasting and stop watering it. Feed probiotics or stomach-activating agents to regulate the intestines, and wait for 4-6 hours before feeding a small amount of food when the cat shows an appetite. However, if your cat has repeated high fever, you must go to the hospital immediately for a fever-reducing injection and investigate the cause before treatment.

2. Common symptoms:

Cats usually show signs of lethargy, loss of appetite, sneezing, runny nose, and diarrhea after catching a cold. If you notice these symptoms in your cat, treat them promptly and appropriately based on the cat's specific condition.

3. Precautions:

Cats get cold due to low environmental temperatures, so it's essential to keep them warm. If your cat is outdoors in cold weather, bring it indoors immediately and avoid exposing it to cold air. You can use blankets, thick clothes, or other items to keep your cat warm, or increase the indoor temperature by adjusting the air conditioning.

4. Treatment:

If your cat has a cold caused by exposure, you can buy pet-specific cold medicines from nearby pet hospitals, such as those containing doxycycline, amoxicillin, and potassium clavulanate. Determine the dosage based on the instructions and your cat's weight, and feed it accordingly.

If your cat has vomiting and diarrhea, fasting and stopping water consumption are necessary. Observe your cat for 4-6 hours, and once it has an appetite, feed it a small amount of food. Simultaneously, administer probiotics or stomach-activating agents to regulate the intestines and encourage your cat to drink more water to prevent dehydration.

5. Nutrition:

During the treatment period, feed your cat high-nutrition, easily digestible food to maintain a balanced diet, allowing it to recover more quickly. Ensure that your cat wears warm clothes and monitor its temperature closely. If symptoms don't improve or if your cat has persistent high fever, go to the hospital immediately for a fever-reducing injection or other treatment measures.