Breathing difficulties can affect cats of any breed or age, and the problem can quickly become lifethreatening. If your cat is displaying signs of breathing difficulties you should take them to your local vet, or out of hours your nearest emergency vet, as soon as possible.

Here our emergency vet Elise explains the signs of breathing problems in cats.

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0:00​​ Cat breathing problems
0:24 Signs of breathing problems in cats
1:07​​ What causes breathing problems in cats?
1:46 What to do if you're worried about your cat's breathing?



Disclaimer
Vets Now assumes no liability for the content of this video. This advice is not a substitute for a proper consultation with a vet and is only intended as a guide. Please contact your local veterinary practice for advice or treatment immediately if you are worried about your pet’s health — even if they are closed, they will always have an outofhours service available.