What Is Kennel Cough in Cats?
Kennel cough in cats is caused due to a bacterial species called Bordetella bronchiseptica, that infects the back of the mouth and throat of the cat. This illness is an airborne disease and very contagious in nature. Kittens and cats with a weak immune system can develop very serious complications, which may even result in death. Symptoms of Kennel Cough in Cats There are many symptoms of kennel cough in cats and of all these symptoms, the main symptom is a persistent, dry, hacking cough. Kennel cough in cats causes the upper respiratory infections and the symptoms of kennel cough include: • Swollen lymph nodes • Nasal discharge • Sneezing • Fatigue • Loss of appetite • Ocular discharge • Sneezing • Fever Just as each individual cat is different, symptoms of kennel cough in cats also differ from one cat to another. Some cats may exhibit some or all of the symptoms of kennel cough or some may never exhibit any symptom. Kittens may exhibit moderate to severe symptoms. Kittens contracting
