I adopted an 8 wk old kitten he has his first set of shots and was neutered last week. He has been sneezing the past few days, sounds a little congested with runny nose and eyes. He is still eating and playing,but sleeping a bit more? Should I be worried

Updated On December 14th, 2019

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 3 lbs

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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I'd be a bit worried about Pringels. I can give you some things you can do for him at home. First, you can try starting him on an L-lysine supplement - this is an amino acid that has been shown to help the immune system fight off respiratory infections more effectively. Enisyl and Viralys are both good brands, and can be purchased over the counter without a prescription - just follow the dosing instructions on the label based on your cat's weight. If he's congested, you can also try using a humidifier or bringing him into the bathroom with the door closed while you take a hot shower - the steam and humidity help to break up congestion and temporarily relieve symptoms associated with respiratory infections. If his symptoms get worse or continue, have him seen by a vet.

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