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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
There are several strains of the virus, one of which often causes lameness and tends to result in more feline fatalities than other types. Cats catch the virus through direct contact with an infected cat, oral secretions, or ocular discharge containing active virus particles.There’s also some evidence suggesting the virus can spread through poop and pee. The virus can remain on surfaces for up to 30 days and can also spread through human contact.4. Dental IssuesCats, like humans, can end up with nasal problems due to dental issues, particularly when the upper teeth or jaw are involved. Untreated periodontitis, abscesses, gingivitis, or any severe type of dental infection can spread to a cat’s nasal passages, causing inflammation, pain, and nasal discharge.Cats suffering from a dental disease often display other symptoms, such as a reluctance to eat or a strong preference for wet food and other soft options. Some chew with uncharacteristic caution or hold their head awkwardly as they eat. Drooling and bad breath are other common symptoms.Because of how cats’ metabolism works, it’s vital to ensure your buddy doesn’t go without eating for more than a day or so. So if your cat stops eating and exhibits any other symptoms that suggest dental disease, have a veterinarian take a look as quickly as possible.Image Credit: PRESSLAB, Shutterstock5. Bacterial InfectionsJust like humans, cats sometimes end up with nasal infections. These infections frequently follow viral infections that cause nasal swelling and inflammation, creating the perfect environment for bacteria to flourish.But nasal bacterial infections in cats can also result from the spread of harmful oral bacteria in cats suffering from severe gingivitis or periodontitis. Bacterial infections are typically treated with antibiotics, although your cat’s veterinarian may prescribe anti-inflammatory medication and painkillers to help your cat feel more comfortable.Cats with bacterial infections often have fevers and aren’t interested in food. Other common symptoms include weight loss and lethargy. Cats with nasal infections often sneeze, cough, and shake their heads.The presence of a thick nasal and ocular discharge and an unpleasant smell are other signs that your cat may be suffering from a bacterial infection. Timely veterinary treatment is required to limit the infection’s spread.6. Foreign ObjectsCats often explore the world through smell. Cats’ sense of smell is 14 times stronger than their human friends! When cats encounter new people or animals, the scent is often the first thing they use to gather information.And when it comes to learning about other animals, cats can learn more about other cats from the pheromones left behind when their fellow felines mark or brush against a person or object. Unfortunately, this tendency to engage with the world through their nose can sometimes result in foreign objects getting stuck in a cat’s nasal passages. Common culprits include grass and pollen.If you suspect your cat has a foreign object stuck in its nose, don’t try to fix the situation yourself. Make an appointment with your pet’s veterinarian to have the material removed. Depending on the situation, painkillers and antibiotics
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