{"id":1243,"date":"2021-12-07T14:30:53","date_gmt":"2021-12-07T19:30:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/omgmeow.com\/?p=1243"},"modified":"2021-12-23T03:40:28","modified_gmt":"2021-12-23T08:40:28","slug":"cat-sneezing-a-lot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/omgmeow.com\/cat-sneezing-a-lot\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does my cat keep sneezing? What to do &#038; How to Avoid It?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As in people, <strong>sneezing in cats<\/strong> is an essential bodily function in expelling possible irritants that enter their nose. A cat sneezes from time to time should not be a cause for concern; however, if\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">cat sneezing a lot<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0or constant sneezing may indicate an underlying problem, especially if other abnormal symptoms appear (mucus, blood, cough).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Why is my cat sneezing so much? Why is my cat sneezing a lot? Why does my cat keep sneezing? What can you do to help it? Keep reading to find out common causes of cat sneezing, accompanying symptoms, treatments, and know when it&#8217;s time to go to the vet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1>Why is my cat sneezing a lot?<\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LBqJz6axq5I\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>What happens when a cat sneezes?<\/h2>\n<p>Commonly, cats can sneeze due to a simple tickle, lint, or dust particle caught in the nose or the presence of an unpleasant odor. But at other times, sneezing is a sign of something more serious.<\/p>\n<h2>Why is my cat sneezing so much?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>These are the 7 most common causes why cats sneeze a lot:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tickling<\/li>\n<li>Chemical irritants<\/li>\n<li>Strange bodies<\/li>\n<li>Respiratory infections<\/li>\n<li>Dental disease<\/li>\n<li>Inflammation of the nasal cavity or sinuses<\/li>\n<li>Allergies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let&#8217;s see what happens <strong>when a cat sneezes a lot<\/strong> and identify each of these cases.<\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Tickling<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Without a doubt, this is the most apparent cause of feline sneezing. A cat may occasionally sneeze due to a simple tickle in its nose. Some of the common triggers are dust, smoke, and even your hair itself. This type of sneeze is sporadic and is not accompanied by other symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is considered a reflex action, just like scratching when something itches.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Chemical irritants<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In the domestic environment, numerous products can irritate the membranes and sinuses of the cat, causing it to sneeze. The most common irritants are perfumes, flavorings, essential oils, cleaning products, and other chemicals. Even the spices you cook with, like pepper and cinnamon, can cause several sneezes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In this case, the cat sneezes momentarily. Sneezing may stop after a while.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Foreign bodies<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cats are naturally curious, which is why they can end up with all kinds of things on their noses. The inhalation of foreign material, such as a leaf or blade of grass, can make the cat sneezes by irritation in his nostrils. Sneezing is the body&#8217;s fastest way to expel this material.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Note that sometimes the inhaled object is too large to be expelled by sneezing. This will keep the\u00a0<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">cat sneezing a lot<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. It is not recommended that the owner remove the foreign body himself. It is best to contact a local vet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/omgmeow.com\/why-does-my-cat-bite-me-for-no-reason\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Why does My cat Bite me for no Reason?<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4. Respiratory infections (viral, bacterial, fungal)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Another\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">cause of sneezing in cats<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0is respiratory infections, especially viral infections such as feline herpes virus and calicivirus. The infected cat will have persistent sneezing and discharge from the eyes and mucus from the nose. It is commonly known as a &#8220;cat with the flu.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Added to this are chlamydiosis and feline mycoplasmosis, two bacterial infections. The former usually causes sneezing, watery eyes, mucus, drooling, and fever. The cat may sneeze, lose its appetite, and be down with the second.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Although less common, yeast infections can also cause a cat to sneeze due to nasal inflammation. The usual suspect is usually a fungus called Cryptococcus (nasal cryptococcosis).<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Many young kittens are exposed to different viruses in the upper respiratory tract and remain chronic carriers throughout their lives. Symptoms may appear later, especially if the cat is immunosuppressed or stressed.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Dental disease<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Did you know that the two most common symptoms of dental disease in cats are sneezing and a runny nose? A dental infection can facilitate the establishment of bacteria in the sinuses, leading to inflammation and constant sneezing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As in many species, the roots of the teeth in the cat&#8217;s upper jaw are located next to the nasal passages. In case of severe dental infection or inflammation, it is possible to penetrate the barrier between the tooth and the nose cavity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is known that when the cat eats, some of the food material passes into the nose and worsens the sneeze reflex.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">6. Inflammation of the nasal cavity or sinuses<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As we&#8217;ve seen throughout the article, any condition or event that causes inflammation of the sinuses and nasal cavity can contribute to unusual feline sneezing. Infection is a common trigger, but it is not the only one. Also, consider sinusitis, rhinitis, and tumors in the nasal passage (mostly in older cats).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The inflammation itself can cause a cat to\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">sneeze all the time<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. This creates a kind of vicious cycle in which the kitty continues to sneeze after the initial problem has been resolved. This situation is generally known as chronic rhinitis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">7. Allergies<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Some episodes of acute sneezing in cats may be due to an allergic reaction, probably to pollen, dust, mold, or another household allergen. A\u00a0<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">cat that sneezes a lot<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, coughs, breathes badly, and scratches its skin may be suffering from an allergy.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As in people, sneezing in cats is an essential bodily function in expelling possible irritants that enter their nose. A cat sneezes from time to time should not be a cause for concern; however, if\u00a0cat sneezing a lot\u00a0or constant sneezing may indicate an underlying problem, especially if other abnormal symptoms appear (mucus, blood, cough). 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