Cats are relatively fragile pets, so getting sick is inevitable. Especially when the weather turns cold or there is a bacterial infection, immunity drops, making them especially prone to fever and colds. Although cats have a better body temperature regulation than humans, feeling the temperature on a cat's body makes it difficult to determine if it has a fever. To avoid situations where a cat’s fever is not detected in time for medical treatment, let’s look at the common causes of fever in cats.

Experienced cat owners know that a healthy cat's nose is usually cool and moist, which is an indicator of health. If one day the nose suddenly becomes hot and dry, you must consider if the cat has a fever. You should observe the cat’s movements more closely. When a cat has a fever, it will be listless and lack energy. Especially if a cat that is usually very lively suddenly becomes lazy or frequently sleeps, it’s worth paying more attention. A cat’s spirit is a strong reflection of its physical condition, and the possibility of illness or fever is very high. A cat’s poor appetite is also a sign. Just like humans, when sick, appetite decreases. If you notice the cat is eating slower than usual, be sure to check if the cat is ill. Sometimes symptoms of a fever in cats are very similar to those in humans, such as sneezing, tearing, and a runny nose. If you often hear your cat sneezing, have a runny nose, and frequently scratching its face with its paws, it’s time to take the cat’s temperature.

The symptoms of fever in cats are actually quite obvious. As long as cat owners are attentive enough, they will notice sudden changes in their cats. You must not ignore your cat’s eating and living habits; these are all signals the cat is sending.

Cats are very fragile creatures, easily affected by external factors. Changing environments, many strangers, and loud noises all cause emotional instability in cats, which can lead to illness. At home, you should always have a thermometer on hand and learn how to measure your cat’s temperature, since only a thermometer can accurately tell if your cat has a fever. Once a fever occurs, medication must be given or the cat should be taken directly to a veterinary hospital to prevent the condition from worsening.