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Upper respiratory infection (cat flu)
Mostly herpes/calicivirus; kittens and unvaccinated cats are at risk β a blocked nose leads to refusing food.
π Related symptoms
Typical symptoms ranked by diagnostic value β tap for the full symptom page
β Home-care checklist
- βWipe eyes and nose with a damp pad
- βWarm the food to boost smell and tempt eating
- βIsolate from other cats; watch breathing
π₯ When to see a vet
- β No food at all for 24 hours
- β Rapid or open-mouth breathing
- β A kitten in poor condition
πΎ Predisposed breeds
Can occur in any breed β no specific predisposition
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