Many animals are born with certain antibodies against diseases, meaning that when the body has some minor problems, no treatment is needed, and they can slowly recover on their own. Cats also have this nature. However, although cats have some basic resistance, they may not handle colds very well. Therefore, many people ask: Can a cat’s cold heal itself? Let’s briefly discuss this issue below.

Actually, when cats get sick, it depends on the specific situation. Take colds for example: if a cat has a common cold, such as occasionally sneezing or having a bit of nasal congestion and runny nose, this situation is basically due to nasal congestion affecting the sense of smell, which causes reduced appetite, but there are no other lesions; in this case, the cat can recover on its own.

Generally, if a cat’s fur is not dried promptly after a bath or during seasonal changes with large temperature fluctuations, the cat may show cold symptoms. At this time, just keep the cat warm and give it plenty of water, and basically, there should be no major problems. But if it is a viral cold or flu, the chance of self-recovery is much lower.

Because viral colds or flu are caused by specific viruses invading the body, and cats may not have antibodies against these viruses. If the cat is relatively strong, it might withstand it and recover, but most of the time, cats cannot recover on their own.

Therefore, in daily life, if you find your cat sneezing, suddenly having a lot of tears in its eyes, or coughing frequently, it may be a viral cold. At this time, it should not be delayed. Take the cat to the vet immediately for an examination to see how severe the illness is. Mild cases might just need some medication to recover, while severe cases may require injections.

Can a cat’s cold heal itself? Overall, if a cat has a common cold, it can generally heal on its own. But if the cat’s physical condition is poor, its self-healing ability is not so good and it may need medication. If it’s a viral or similar kind of cold, medical treatment is necessary. Remember not to blindly give medicine, as incorrect treatment may worsen the cat’s condition.