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Rhinotracheitis in Cats
Rhinotracheitis is caused by a herpes virus that attacks the eyes, nasal passages, and trachea of cats. Once infected, a cat shows respiratory signs, such as sneezing, cough, and runny eyes and infected cats of contact with contaminated clothing, hands, feeding utensils, or other articles. In mild cases, recovery occurs in 1 to 2 weeks, while more severe cases may last for several weeks.
Adult cats usually recover, but the disease is more serious in kittens, and fatalities are not uncommon.
Some cats become persistently infected and suffer from chronic sneezing or periodic relapses.
Vaccination is the best means of preventing this disease. All cats should be vaccinated yearly.
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