|
|
Article: What is nasal disease? Runny nose, teary eyes, sneezing and open-mouthed breathing are the signs to look for.(Disease)
- Article from:
- Cat Watch
- Article date:
- May 1, 2006
- Author:
CopyrightCOPYRIGHT 2006 Belvoir Media Group, LLC. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
|
Kitty's got the sniffles? It's probably nothing to worry about. Just like you, your cat is apt to come down with a minor respiratory infection now and then, and it will pass. But if the runny nose that you notice goes on for more than a few days, and especially if the secretions thicken and become darker in color, you'll be wise to have your veterinarian take a look at the animal.
Persistent discharge is among the most common indications that a cat may have one of several serious feline nasal diseases. Some of these disorders are confined to the nose, while others may eventually affect the entire body. And while some of these conditions are easily reversible if ...