{"id":7509,"date":"2026-01-26T23:48:21","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T23:48:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/?p=7509"},"modified":"2026-03-23T00:13:11","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T00:13:11","slug":"cat-respiratory-rate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/pet-health\/cat-conditions\/cat-respiratory-rate\/","title":{"rendered":"Cat Respiratory Rate: What\u2019s Normal? (Vet Verified)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A cat\u2019s breathing is usually quiet and subtle, which means changes in breathing patterns can be easy to overlook. However, a <strong>cat&#8217;s respiratory rate<\/strong> is one of the most useful indicators of overall health.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For cat parents &#8211; especially those caring for senior cats or cats with known heart or respiratory risk -understanding <strong>what is a cat\u2019s normal respiratory rate<\/strong> and how to measure it at home can be extremely valuable. Monitoring your cat\u2019s <strong>normal resting respiratory rate<\/strong> helps detect potential health issues earlier and provides helpful information for your veterinarian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What&#8217;s The Normal Range For Cat Respiratory Rate?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A healthy <strong>cat respiratory rate<\/strong> at rest is typically <strong>16\u201330 breaths per minute<\/strong>. This measurement should be taken while your cat is relaxed or sleeping, as activity or stress can temporarily increase breathing. A <strong>normal resting respiratory rate in cats<\/strong> should stay within this range. Consistently higher rates may indicate pain, respiratory illness, or heart disease and should be evaluated by a veterinarian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>normal cat respiratory rate<\/strong> at rest is usually <strong>16\u201330 breaths per minute<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breathing should be measured while your cat is <strong>fully relaxed or sleeping<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temporary increases can occur with exercise, stress, or heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Persistent increases in respiratory rate may signal <strong>heart disease, respiratory illness or foreign bodies, or pain<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tracking <strong>resting respiratory rate trends over time<\/strong> is one of the most effective ways to detect health changes early.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is a Normal Cat Respiratory Rate?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cat_respiratory_rate_normal.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cat_respiratory_rate_normal.jpg 640w, https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cat_respiratory_rate_normal-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>normal cat respiratory rate<\/strong> refers to the number of breaths a cat takes per minute while resting. For most healthy cats, the typical range is below <strong>30 breaths per minute at rest.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breathing is usually quiet and steady. You may only notice the gentle rise and fall of your cat\u2019s chest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several factors can temporarily influence breathing rate, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Physical activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress or excitement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High environmental temperatures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mild discomfort<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of these factors, veterinarians recommend measuring the <strong>normal resting respiratory rate in cats<\/strong> when the cat is <strong>sleeping or deeply relaxed<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your cat consistently breathes faster than <strong>30 breaths per minute while resting<\/strong>, it may indicate a health issue that requires closer observation or veterinary evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Measure Your Cat\u2019s Respiratory Rate at Home<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/vcahospitals.com\/know-your-pet\/home-breathing-rate-evaluation\">VCA hospitals<\/a>, learning how to measure your cat\u2019s breathing is simple and can provide important health insights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to measure <strong>cat respiratory rate<\/strong> accurately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Wait until your cat is asleep or very relaxed<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Breathing rates are most accurate during <strong>true rest or sleep<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Watch the chest movement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Observe the rise and fall of your cat\u2019s chest or abdomen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Count breaths for 30 seconds<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each full rise and fall counts as <strong>one breath<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Multiply by two<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This gives you the number of breaths per minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>10 breaths in 30 seconds = <strong>20 breaths per minute<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>14 breaths in 30 seconds = <strong>28 breaths per minute<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Track the number over time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recording measurements over several days helps establish your cat\u2019s <strong>personal baseline<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regular monitoring helps you recognize subtle increases in <strong>normal resting respiratory rate in cats<\/strong> before other symptoms appear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover testimonial-div-bg\" style=\"min-height:300px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgb(237,241,255) 1%,rgba(177,193,250,0.75) 100%)\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"testimonial-div-text has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e2be666b7f86276af4019b2e611f11b9\" style=\"color:#364053;font-size:16px\"><em>\u201c<em>Every time Umi is hospitalized, it\u2019s for like four days and it costs over $5,000\u2026 Maven has helped me not only <strong>save money<\/strong> but also <strong>save his life<\/strong><\/em>\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-not-stacked-on-mobile testimonial-cols is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center prod-img-col is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:200px\"><div class=\"wp-block-image testimonial-img is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"384\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Jessica-Ortiz-Umi.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6823\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover;width:160px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Jessica-Ortiz-Umi.jpg 384w, https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Jessica-Ortiz-Umi-288x300.jpg 288w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center prod-text-col is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ad009506 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right product-div-text has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-2442b20e4f09453e0ced06357feafe3f\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-div-text has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ad612065f013bb10f45b73b0c14890b1\" style=\"color:#364053;font-size:16px\">Jessica Ortiz<br><strong>Umi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons product-div-btn is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/cat-health-tracker\/?int_content=testimonial_cat\" style=\"background-color:#f4795d\"><strong>Track your cat&#8217;s health!<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Causes an Elevated Cat Respiratory Rate?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An elevated <strong>cat respiratory rate<\/strong> can have many possible causes. Some are temporary and harmless, while others may require veterinary care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common causes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stress or Anxiety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cats may breathe faster during stressful events such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Travel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vet visits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loud noises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Changes in their environment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Heat or Overheating<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Warm temperatures can increase breathing rate as cats attempt to regulate body temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pain or Injury<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pain from injury, illness, or surgery can increase respiratory rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Respiratory Conditions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Problems affecting the lungs or airways may cause breathing changes, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Asthma<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respiratory infections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pneumonia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fluid accumulation in the lungs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Heart Disease<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Certain heart conditions can cause fluid buildup around the lungs, making breathing more difficult and increasing the respiratory rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Systemic Illness<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Conditions such as anemia or metabolic disease can also affect oxygen levels and breathing patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cEven small increases in a cat\u2019s resting respiratory rate can signal early heart or lung disease. Tracking trends over time is far more valuable than relying on occasional spot checks.\u201d \u2014 <\/em><strong><em>Sara Leit\u00e3o, DVM<\/em><\/strong><em>, Veterinarian at Maven Pet<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because respiratory changes can occur gradually, tracking patterns over time is often more informative than a single measurement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When Should You Worry About Breathing Changes?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cat_respiratory_rate_worry.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cat_respiratory_rate_worry.jpg 640w, https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cat_respiratory_rate_worry-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Not every change in breathing is an emergency, but certain signs should prompt immediate attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should contact a veterinarian if your cat shows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rapid breathing that continues for several hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visible breathing effort or labored breathing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open-mouth breathing or panting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blue or pale gums<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Severe lethargy or weakness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These symptoms may indicate oxygen deprivation. When in doubt, it\u2019s always safest to consult a veterinarian for guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Maven Helps Monitor Respiratory Health<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Manually counting breathing occasionally can be helpful, but subtle changes are easy to miss. Respiratory rates can fluctuate throughout the day, and measurements taken when a cat is awake may not reflect true resting values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover product-div-bg prod-cat\" style=\"min-height:400px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-6832 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/prod-cat.jpg\" style=\"object-position:25% 50%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"25% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/prod-cat.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/prod-cat-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/prod-cat-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#5d5d59\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns prod-cols is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column prod-img-col is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full product-div-img\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"436\" height=\"872\" src=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cat-scr.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6834\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cat-scr.png 436w, https:\/\/maven.pet\/all-about-pets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cat-scr-150x300.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 436px) 100vw, 436px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column prod-text-col is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"product-div-text has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-d79ad9486366b2f8d056f1784a342b56\"><strong>Monitor heart rate, respiratory rate, activity &amp; rest, itch behavior.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons product-div-btn is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/cat-health-tracker\/?int_content=product_cat\" style=\"background-color:#f4795d\"><strong>Track your cat&#8217;s health<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Maven Pet Health Monitor<\/strong> continuously tracks important health metrics, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Resting respiratory rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heart rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Activity levels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rest patterns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scratching behavior<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Maven measures breathing <strong>during true sleep<\/strong>, when respiratory patterns are most stable. Over time, the system builds a <strong>personal baseline for your cat<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your cat\u2019s <strong>resting respiratory rate rises above its normal pattern<\/strong>, owners receive alerts that may indicate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Early heart disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respiratory illness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pain or discomfort<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress or environmental changes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By identifying gradual increases rather than isolated measurements, Maven helps detect health issues <strong>earlier than manual counting alone<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQ (Vet-Reviewed)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1774223813697\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is a cat\u2019s normal respiratory rate at rest?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A <strong>normal cat respiratory rate at rest<\/strong> is typically <strong>16\u201330 breaths per minute<\/strong>. Measurements should be taken while the cat is sleeping or completely relaxed.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1774223836519\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do I count my cat\u2019s breathing correctly?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Watch your cat\u2019s chest rise and fall while they are resting. Count the number of breaths in <strong>30 seconds<\/strong>, then multiply by two to determine breaths per minute.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1774223866714\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why is my cat\u2019s resting respiratory rate high?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">An elevated <strong>resting respiratory rate<\/strong> may occur due to stress, heat, pain, respiratory illness, or heart disease. If breathing remains elevated while your cat is resting, veterinary evaluation is recommended.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1774223873077\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>When should I call the vet about breathing changes?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You should contact a veterinarian if your cat\u2019s <strong>respiratory rate consistently exceeds 30 breaths per minute<\/strong>, or if rapid breathing occurs alongside symptoms such as lethargy, open-mouth breathing, or gum color changes.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding your cat\u2019s <strong>respiratory rate<\/strong> is one of the simplest and most valuable ways to monitor their health at home. A <strong>normal resting respiratory rate in cats<\/strong> generally falls between <strong>16 and 30 breaths per minute<\/strong>, and consistent increases can provide an early clue that something may be wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regularly measuring breathing during <strong>true rest or sleep<\/strong> helps establish a reliable baseline for your cat. Over time, tracking respiratory rate trends can reveal subtle changes long before other symptoms develop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether measured manually or monitored with tools like the <strong>Maven Pet Health Monitor<\/strong>, paying attention to breathing patterns allows cat owners to detect potential health issues earlier\u2014and seek veterinary care when it matters most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"klaviyo-form-XvB4pR\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/maven.pet\/?utm_source=Maven&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=footer_description&amp;utm_content=Maven_embedded_link\">Maven Pet<\/a> focuses on improving the quality of life of our pets with technology, using artificial intelligence (AI) to enable proactive pet care. By accurately collecting and monitoring pet data 24\/7 and flagging any irregularities, Maven Pet empowers pet parents and veterinarians to stay ahead of potential health issues, ensuring the well-being and longevity of our beloved companions.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A cat\u2019s breathing is usually quiet and subtle, which means changes in breathing patterns can be easy to overlook. 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