Melanie's Blog My Cat has a Fever. With sudden changes in weather, seasons, and dramatic temperature differences, many people get colds, and so do cats. Like humans, cats also have an immune system in the body. When they have a severe cold, they will have an emergency defense symptom, which is a fever. What if the cat has a fever?
In fact, cats have a fever. Depending on the severity of the disease, the problem can be solved by:
Firstly, Take the cat’s temperature directly either in the anus or in the ear with a thermometer. The normal range for a cat’s rectal temperature is 38.1°C to 39.1°C. If the measured temperature exceeds this range, the cat may have a fever. If the fever exceeds 39°C, please bring your cat to the veterinary clinic immediately, as a high fever can cause organ damage in cats.
Secondly, you can temporarily help cool it down by finding a cool, dark room, preferably with a slate or tile floor, where she can stretch and transfer its body heat to the tile. Wet her hair with a damp cloth or spray bottle and the evaporation will help cool her body.
Thirdly, Many fevers in cats are the result of an underlying medical problem, so be alert for other symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, coughing, sneezing, or skin swelling. If you suspect that your cat has a fever, it is best to take them to the veterinary clinic for an examination and treatment as soon as possible.
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