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Article: How to Respond to Respiratory Problems (Other Than 'Gesundheit')
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- The Washington Post
- Article date:
- August 6, 2009
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Dear Dr. Fox:
I have a 10-year-old female Siamese cat. She seems to have a
chronic condition. She sneezes, her eyes are irritated and she has
nasal discharge. She has had this condition for several years, with
periods of calm. Drops help her eyes temporarily. Do you have any
ideas?
J.S.D.
Rexford, N.Y.
Upper-respiratory problems are extremely common in cats, and one
must first rule out chronic bacterial infections and immune-system-
impairing viral infections such as feline AIDS. A wholesome diet is
essential, not the dry kibble junk food that even veterinarians
sell. Give your cat up to a teaspoon of fish oil daily and wean her
on to a quality cat food such as PetGuard, Wellness or Natura's ...