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Cat Symptom Guide

Cat Coughing

Persistent cough in cats can indicate asthma, infection, or airway irritation.

What to do now

ER now Critical

Urgency: Immediate emergency care recommended.

Go to an emergency vet now.

Red flags: Collapse, Trouble breathing, Repeated seizures, Uncontrolled bleeding

Call today High

Urgency: Call a clinic today for same-day guidance.

Call a veterinary clinic today for same-day guidance.

Red flags: Symptoms worsening, Not drinking, Pain, Persistent vomiting or diarrhea

Schedule Planned

Urgency: Book a visit soon and monitor for changes.

Schedule a vet visit soon and monitor changes closely.

Red flags: Symptoms lasting more than 24 hours, Reduced appetite, Lower energy

Monitor Watch

Urgency: Watch closely at home and escalate if symptoms worsen.

Monitor at home for now and escalate if anything worsens.

Red flags: Behavior changes, Less appetite, New vomiting or diarrhea

Go to emergency vet

Use this if your pet has collapse, breathing trouble, seizures, nonstop vomiting, or blood.


What to track before the vet

  • When signs started and whether they are getting worse
  • Eating, drinking, litter box changes, and energy today
  • Any vomiting, diarrhea, blood, collapse, or breathing changes
  • Recent stressors, diet changes, medications, or possible toxin exposure

Find a vet near you

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