The symptoms are similar to human flu signs of lethargy, sneezing, coughing, fever, runny nose and eye, loss of fluids and appetite. In severe cases, pneumonia may set in. Antibiotics can't fight the virus but they are given to fight the secondary bacteria infections. To improve the cat's appetite, vitamins are given. Eye ointments and decongestants are also used.
Cat flu is very contagious.
It is wise to get your cat vaccinated against cat flu. Ear mites cause scratching and secondary infection on the irritated skin. You can clean your pet's ears first before using insecticidal ear drops to kill the mites. Massage the ears to ensure the medication reaches into the ear canals. Flea bite allergy is the sensitive reaction to flea saliva when your cat is bitten by a flea.