Cat has been breathing rapidly

martyax

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I've recently moved into a new place. This place is infested with fleas and has rats. About a day or two after moving in, I noticed my cat has fleas and he started rapidly breathing even at rest. He seems lethargic and seems to be trying to sleep all the time. He vomited once since moving in here; it was the typical greyish vomit that I've seen from him before. He also seems to pant at random times with his mouth open. His appetite seems alright; he's been eating and I've spotted him drinking water. I took him to the vet; after taking his temperature, looking at his gums, and listening to his breathing, they recommended xrays. Got xrays done and after stating that he has asthma, gave a depo injection. It's been 24 hours since then, and nothing has changed. Couple weeks ago I had gone in and he was diagnosed with a possible UTI; gave the cat the recommended medication over a span of a week and he seemed completely fine. Called my vet again and he said to keep an eye on him.

I've ordered Advantage II to get rid of fleas and it should arrive soon. I tried spraying Apple Cider Vinegar on him but am unsure how much it helped. He definitely didn't like it. Could the fleas actually be causing this? Anything else I could do? He's lived with my parents before for about a month, so I couldn't imagine the move having an effect on him.
 

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Has he had a blood test done? One of the really concerning things is if he went after a mouse/rat that may have been exposed to poison. Also, he could have been exposed to some parasites etc. If the place is infested with fleas, at least get him a flea collar to help combat this until you get it under control.
 
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I've put some Advantage II on him just today. He hasn't gotten a blood test; the vet just took xrays and determined it was asthma. I was thinking of requesting a blood test tomorrow if they can set me an appointment
 
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Is he in respiratory distress? Could this be fatal?
 
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