# 69 — Why Is My Cat’s Nose Running? Feline Upper Respiratory Infections Explained

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Podcast: [The Marty & Laura Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-marty-laura-show-7153313)
Published: 2026-04-08T16:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://martyandlaurashow.com//69-why-is-my-cats-nose-running-feline-upper-respiratory-infections-explained
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Duration seconds: 1840

## Resource

Why Is My Cat's Nose Running? Feline Upper Respiratory Infections Explained Marty and Laura tackle a listener question about runny noses in cats and kittens — and it turns into a deep dive on feline health essentials every cat owner needs to know. Topics covered: Common causes of feline upper respiratory infections (herpesvirus, calicivirus, chlamydia, Bordetella) and why herpes virus is a lifelong condition that flares under stress What FVRCP means and why keeping up with your cat's vaccines matters — even for indoor cats Why cats "fall off the veterinary radar" after kittenhood and why that's dangerous The risks of bringing stray or new cats into a home with existing cats without testing first Feline leukemia (FELV) and FIV: how they spread, what a positive test means, and why a $100 blood test can save your resident cat's life Vaccine safety in cats: injection site sarcomas, non-adjuvanted vaccines, and why Marty prefers the intranasal FVRCP Convenia — the 14-day injectable antibiotic that can save you from trying to pill your cat twice a day Feline asthma vs. upper respiratory infections, and when a cough means it's urgent Practical tips: gabapentin for vet visits, carrier training and at-home hygiene clips The Marty & Laura Show is produced by Pure Dog Talk Inc. , with sound design and editing by Premium Audio Services .

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