Common Cat Health Problems Related to Weather Changes

The weather is changeable and humid, which makes it easy for not only people to catch colds, but cats to get sick as well. When the weather alternates between dry and wet, bacteria will multiply in large numbers, and coupled with reduced resistance, it can cause respiratory, skin, and gastrointestinal problems in cats. Today, GGH will help cat owners take precautions in advance.

Upper respiratory tract infection in cats

Cats sneeze just like humans. It is normal for cat owners to sneeze due to stimulation from foreign objects, which is easy to ignore. When a cat sneezes one after another, it may not be a simple nasal allergy, but an upper respiratory tract infection. When the cat has an upper respiratory tract infection, it will sneeze frequently, its nose will be overly moist with nasal discharge, its eyes will always be watery, and brown secretions will form under its eyes. Due to physical discomfort, cats have decreased appetite, there is leftover food in their bowls, and they spend more time lying down. Most mild symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections will heal on their own as the temperature warms up. Cat owners need to keep their cats warm. When symptoms of tearing are obvious, cat anti-inflammatory eye drops can be used to relieve the symptoms. When the weather is warming up but still cold, you should not put away the winter cat beds and supplies too early. Cats can hide in cat beds at night to maintain their body temperature, and the wind vents of the cat beds should be well blocked. You can put mats or blankets where cats often stay to block the cold air from the ground. Old thick jeans can be used to make mats, which is environmentally friendly and easy to use. Thick jeans have obvious advantages. They are skin-friendly and soft, thick and scratch-resistant, and the weave is tight and does not stick to hair, making them easy to clean and maintain. Cat owners need to pay attention. When symptoms persist and tend to worsen, causing the cat to become emaciated, listless, and lose weight, accompanied by a low fever and thick secretions from the eyes, you need to be alert to serious diseases such as feline rhinorrhoea, pneumonia, conjunctivitis, etc. caused by viral infections. Take the cat to see a veterinarian as soon as possible to avoid worsening the condition.

Cat skin eczema and inflammation

When the seasons change, the temperature difference is large, the air is humid, and bacteria, mosquitoes and molds breed in large numbers. When the cat has a weak constitution, it may cause skin itching, eczema, allergies, ear mites and skin inflammation. It is very necessary to do a good job of internal and external deworming to prevent cat skin problems. In addition, you can use health care products to enhance the skin immunity of cats. When the seasons change, the amount of hair shed by cats will also increase. Owners should comb their cats' hair frequently, which can not only remove the floating hair on the surface and prevent the cat from licking it, but also help keep the hair clean.

Cat seasonal gastrointestinal problems

As the seasons change, cats' stomachs and intestines are more fragile, and they are prone to loss of appetite, bad breath, and unformed stools. When giving canned food, be sure to give it in appropriate amounts at several times, and keep the remaining food in the refrigerator to avoid it from being exposed to the air for a long time and spoiling. Refrigerated food should be heated up and then cooled to room temperature before feeding. At the same time, avoid feeding raw or cold food or cold fruits with high sugar content. If a cat has a loss of appetite and soft stools, it can be treated with compound probiotics. For diarrhea symptoms, a small amount of natural montmorillonite powder can be fed for one to two days. After the cat's bowel movements return to normal, its mental state will also improve quickly. If the cat's unformed stool persists and does not improve, and it vomits multiple times and is in poor spirits, you should consult a veterinarian promptly.

Tips for caring for cats during the changing seasons

Clean your home weekly, vacuum and dehumidify, and spray pet-specific household disinfectant. Cat beds and toys should be cleaned and dried regularly, cat food dishes and water cups should be cleaned daily, drinking water should be replaced daily, and never feed cats directly with tap water.
Supplement your cat with high-quality protein to enhance its immunity, or follow the veterinarian's advice to use lysine supplements.
Supplementing cats with collagen and deep-sea fish oil can help strengthen the skin barrier and prevent skin diseases related to seasonal changes.
Always keep pet probiotics at home to deal with your cat’s gastrointestinal conditions. Since each strain of bacteria has different effects, the health benefits of a single probiotic are relatively limited, while compound probiotics take effect more quickly. If you need to add water to the probiotics, please use warm water below 35°C.
Keep your cat warm

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