How to use an asthma Inhaler in your cat

How to use an asthma Inhaler in your cat | Dr Justine Lee

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8 жыл бұрын

Does your cat have asthma? How do you use an asthma inhaler in your cat? In this video, Dr. Justine Lee, veterinary specialist, demonstrates how to use the Aerokat (or Aerodawg) aerosol chamber to help give albuterol (inhaled bronchodilator) or fluticasone (inhaled steroid) to your cat. For more information about this aerosol chamber, go to www.trudellmed.com/animal-health/aerokat
Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, is the CEO and founder of VETgirl, a subscription-based podcast & webinar service offering online veterinary continuing education. Dr. Lee trained at Cornell University, Angell, and University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Lee has been published in numerous veterinary journals and has authored several veterinary textbooks and book chapters, along with two humorous pet reference books. Dr. Lee is board-certified in both emergency/critical care and toxicology, and lectures throughout the world. More information can be found at www.drjustinelee.com and www.vetgirlontherun.com.
Disclaimer: Please note that this content has been made available for informational and educational purposes only. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Do not delay treatment based on this content, and when in doubt, seek veterinary professional advice!

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@welcom2thaparty725 3 жыл бұрын

My cat has asthma for roughly 18 months and it gradually got worse, i came in from popping to the shop yesterday to find my poor Leo dead at 5 years old. He has never been the healthiest of cats bless him and was on steroids full time to reduce the inflammatory on his lungs. I never thought asthma would be the route cause of his death and to find him dead was horrifying. Please be aware that if you looking at these videos because your uncertain if it a hairball or cough etc.. it really is a serious condition and causes your cat great discomfort, get them to the vets. Avoid using aerosols around them, dont use dusty cat litter and there are cat inhalers you can get. Only after loosing him did i realise how serious it was, i was advised by the vets the steroids will shorten his life but my poor boy lost his battle way to early and all it makes you do is look back and think what else you could have done. Avoid that feeling by doing what you can now. RIP Leo x

@drjustinelee 3 жыл бұрын

Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that. thank you for sharing. When in doubt, definitely talk to your vet and make sure to get a heartworm test too, which can cause similar signs. My heart goes out to you. RIP, Leo.

@xXJesuslovesyouXx Жыл бұрын

God bless you & Leo

@allaboutdetox7526 Жыл бұрын

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@DearMoonProject Жыл бұрын

I am so, so sorry for your Leo’s death. ❤

@christinasmellman5078 Жыл бұрын

awwwww i'm so sorry for your loss, you went above and beyond for sweet Leo.

@Alnilam47 7 жыл бұрын

This kitty is so sweet.

@drjustinelee 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Sadly, he passed away at 19.5 years of age due to horrible mouth cancer, squamous cell carcinoma. :(

@Alnilam47 5 жыл бұрын

@@drjustinelee I'm so sorry to hear that. 😢 But surely he lived a long life being surrounded by love, and that's the greatest present we can ever give to them.

@Jeff-kq9vg 4 жыл бұрын

@@drjustinelee So sorry to hear about the loss. My sincere condoleances.

@brandonknight7240 2 жыл бұрын

How does a kitty wash out his mouth after using to prevent infection? Does kitty get infections after use?

@rhodayackez9570 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. To the point. Adorable kitty.

@Lilapurple111 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! That’s very helpful!

@grandreefer Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Just had my baby girl get diagnosed with asthma recently. I was terrified of having to do this for her but she seems to work with me when it’s bad for her. Like she knows I’m trying to help her. She’s a spaz 100% of any other time.

@jennyorde27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for demonstrating my cat has asthma she's 12 years old this year in June so my vet near my house prescribed it thank you again you're kitty is soo precious what sweet boy ❤

@fish-nh1yt 19 күн бұрын

happy 13th birthday to the birthday boy🎉 may all of your 13 lives be well lived

@prettypreston2976 4 жыл бұрын

This really helped me I just found out my cat has asthma and this video help me to tell me what I need to do in case of an asthma attack.

@xXJesuslovesyouXx Жыл бұрын

You must take them to the vet and get them diagnosed and get them on an inhaler or they will pass

@FonD0LL Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@kjpiper8398 2 ай бұрын

Thank you

@alonglongkumer2964 2 жыл бұрын

I maybe wrong but there could be a risk of percutaneous adrenergic Receptor antagonist for the user too. So perhaps they can have gloves on.

@letsgocapsbeatpens Ай бұрын

Good luck getting your cat trained on this.

@TOSKAMIRI 2 жыл бұрын

2016 bangs for the win

@drjustinelee 2 жыл бұрын

Um, excuse me. 1990s. I love my bangs. :) I'm an 80's girl!

@carleymills322 4 жыл бұрын

I wish my Grandmom would quit smoking in the house :,( I feel so bad for my kitty 💔

@UniverseGOD2525 4 жыл бұрын

Wtf

@carleymills322 4 жыл бұрын

Shiben Chakravorty It sucks

@Ana-hy5nh 3 жыл бұрын

I know this is old but buy her one of those puff things. Those puff bars, my aunt got back into smoking after she lost her dog and I was concerned so I got her one and now she loves them, better than her cigarettes. It’s worth a try tell her to just try it

@zippo718 Жыл бұрын

Get an air purifier, it will at least help reduce the problem

@christinasmellman5078 Жыл бұрын

@@Ana-hy5nhthat's how i quit smoking cigs. but you still have to be careful with vape smoke around them as it could be just as bad if not worse than cig smoke.

@janicecarter-marko2239 3 жыл бұрын

My Tuna is so laid back that she is fine with me using the AeroKat Chamber. I would lay it beside her for about a week before actually using it. I would talk softly to her and place it over her nose and mouth for a second or two and lay it back down. She is also diabetic and receives insulin. At 6am and 6pm I bring out all her meds and her food, usually about 5 mins prior. I tell her its medicine time and she knows she gets to eat. I start with the AeroKat so its long forgotten by the time she gets to eat. I always let her smell the chamber before I use it so she knows what comes next. Then she sniffs her Insulin syringe prior to me giving it to her. I use a freestyle Libre Sensor on her so checking her glucose is easy. My one question is ...how do I clean her mouth after administering the Flovent? I squirt water in her mouth but she swallows it and from what I read its to be a rinse . Can you please advise on this step?

@drjustinelee 3 жыл бұрын

I would NOT flush out her mouth - let her bee and give her a snack right after.

@janicecarter-marko2239 3 жыл бұрын

@@drjustinelee thank you. I feed her her breakfast right afterwards🤗

@DilBriJake 3 жыл бұрын

Janice, you are a true Animal Angel. Compromised creatures need dedicated, and sometimes long, care - especially if they are Seniors. They need their medications given on time - and our minds go crazy if we are not on time. We need to have a willingness to learn, so we can understand their conditions and signs to look for. They are just like us. They get the same diseases we do; they can take the same medicines we do; they get old - just like we do. We are their voice. We exist for them, not the other way around. Thank you, Janice, for being a wonderful voice for your creature Tuna. I can tell how much you love and care about her. This world needs more people like you. ❤

@janicecarter-marko2239 3 жыл бұрын

@@DilBriJake aww you gave me tears. I just lost Melly to heart disease in August and now I throw myself into helping Tuna so much. I don’t want to lose her too. They were the best of friends. She also has neuropathy in her rear legs but I’m giving her Zobaline and it is helping. I thank God I am now working from home so I can be with her all the time. Thank you for your beautiful comments from Tuna and me 🥰🤗

@DilBriJake 3 жыл бұрын

@@janicecarter-marko2239 So sorry about Melly. I had to put my senior dog Ozzy down in June. He has a long story, but in short, he was 16 and had 2 surgeries to remove a 3lb non-cancerous lump, had arthritis, spinal stenosis, hip issues, and bladder leakage. His Dr and his team were wonderful and loved him as much as I. I asked a lot of questions and learned so much about senior dogs and how their bodies are. How resilient they are. So, it's always wonderful to come across people like you, who pay attention and do what is best for them. It is the least we can do for what they, in return, do for us.

@KhalHussin 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. Can i use Seretide Evohaler 25/125 for my cat? Please advice. Thanks!!

@drjustinelee 3 жыл бұрын

That is likely Fluticasone propionate/Salmeterol xinafoate. We do use fluticasone and albuterol typically in veterinary medicine. I would check with your veterinarian to be safe,

@123123HANAN Жыл бұрын

I will give my cat the inhaler only while she’s having the attack ????? Because the attack it last Les than a minute please I need you help

@alyahamzah1952 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, hoping someone can answer my questions. 1.i cant get the aerokat in my country but i have access to an infant aerochamber, cmman i use this instead? 2. How much is the dose of inhaled fluticasone? In my country only the 125mcg per puff is available. Is this too high a dose?

@drjustinelee 4 жыл бұрын

I would check with your veterinarian - that is a typical fluticasone dose and typically 2-3 puffs every 12 hours for a few days is warranted.

@deathfall999 2 жыл бұрын

Dr lee, Thank you for your video. My cat has been having asthma type attacks since more than 1 year. We made a huge blunder by ignoring it as she used to have it only once every couple of weeks and we thought its a digestive issue. The attacks have started to become much more frequent (thrice a week) and violent. My vet did a xray and blood tests including heartworm and diagnosed her with asthma. Vet said there is significant lung scarring and trachael congestion. She didnt rule out Lungworm but said lungworm is rare in Western India due to aridness. Could lungworm be the cause or does this for sure sound like asthma? She hunches during the attack and has periodic wheezing. No nasal discharge. Sometimes when shes sleeping i notice rapid breathing. I have got the Aerokat inhaler and starting treatment tomorrow. Should we give fluticasone twice daily 110mg and Albuterol when there is an attack?

@xXJesuslovesyouXx Жыл бұрын

Same here God bless you and your kitty we're all in this journey together and I wish you all the best my poor boy does not like his inhaler and I hope to God he gets used to it!

@vanswty 4 жыл бұрын

The vet said one puff....i honestly think its not enough

@vermontmike9800 3 күн бұрын

Mine to but the one puff was for the normal once a day dose. 3 may be for rescue issues during an attack.

@nicolettemontesdeoca709 Жыл бұрын

How do you recommend washing out their mouths for a steroid inhaler? my vet warned me of my cat getting thrush but is a damp washcloth enough? or could i put churu all over his gums so he licks them clean?

@drjustinelee Жыл бұрын

Great question - it is really rare for pets to get trush (a fungal infection) in their mouth or face while using steroid inhalers FREQUENTLY. IMO, you shouldn't be using inhalers frequently (e.g., more than once a week) - if you are, you need to talk to your vet about ORAL steroids for a pulse coarse therapy, removing smoke/inhaled asthmatic stimulants, getting hepa filters, etc.

@Paperhatchett 6 ай бұрын

You’re saying to use it when they have an attack but my vet told me to do it every 12 hours even if she’s fine :/ and she hates it and actually had an attack right after I gave her the first dose… I’m at a loss

@jaylinlovejoy 5 ай бұрын

listen to your vet!! my cat has to take it twice daily every 12 hours as well!! better safe than sorry!!

@charlesgentry3758 Жыл бұрын

Doesn't help that those chambers cost over 70$ in general.

@menax8671 2 жыл бұрын

Can I use ventolin Ievohaler for cats?

@drjustinelee 2 жыл бұрын

As long as it's albuterol, yes, but when in doubt call your vet.

@alliemo62 5 жыл бұрын

My cat holds his breath so as not to breathe the med from inhaler

@drjustinelee 5 жыл бұрын

You have to hold it up for a 1-2 minutes if possible. Here's a great resource here: www.fritzthebrave.com/

@jade8568_VR 7 жыл бұрын

Around how much do the meds and the aerokat cost?

@justinelee9930 7 жыл бұрын

The inhaler costs about $100-200 in the USA, and the Aerokat is about $75 on Amazon.com

@theaudiopattern 6 жыл бұрын

That's right. My vet, who I used to assist for, just donated a new Aerokat to me. He was able to get it for around $45. The Flovent inhalers (like all other medications) are ridiculously overpriced. I found it for around $45 in Canada on the universal drug store website. No word on them yet. Shop around!

@justinelee9930 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, unfortunately the Flovent is SO expensive - especially in the USA. About $170 a vial but the good news it should last you a VERY long time!

@LeMarais88 5 жыл бұрын

My vet said that it’s about $180 for the inhaler medicine (lasts for around a few months) and the AeroKat is about $60 on Chewy.com.

@alliemo62 5 жыл бұрын

One billion dollars. May as well be! But last a pretty long time. Mine lasted 2 years for my cat because he went 6 months without a breathing attack.

@Lania99999 3 жыл бұрын

Can you give use a Symbicort inhaler on your asthmatic cat?

@drjustinelee 3 жыл бұрын

Great question - in general, no. It's not fast acting enough in my experience, and albuterol is a bronchodilator (fast acting), so I prefer that. You CAN use a steroid (like Symbiocort - budesonide) but I prefer the steroid fluticasone. When i doubt, check with your vet. There are contraindications for using certain ones. Best of luck! Dr. Lee

@CannedCam 2 жыл бұрын

Is aerokat necessary or will the Philips baby inhaler work?

@drjustinelee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for pointing out - I've never used that one before, so don't know for sure. The biggest thing is the muzzle part around the nose may not fit as well.

@MandiPlaysBeatSaber 2 жыл бұрын

My cat started having asthma attacks probably about a year ago and I didn't realize that it was actually an asthma attack until like 2 weeks ago. They never last more than like 30 seconds max. Would that need an inhaler since it doesn't last long?

@drjustinelee 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, because it will result in chronic inflammation and causes shortness of breath and discomfort to your cat!

@Tal.Bibliotek 4 жыл бұрын

My psychotic cat would rip my face off if I tried to hold this on her face 😳

@drjustinelee 4 жыл бұрын

Fritz the Brave website has some great tips on how to towel wrap your cat to do this! :) Hang in there!

@leonte5734 Жыл бұрын

Crazy question, if I can use my human inhaler on my pet, does that mean I can use my pet inhaler for myself?

@drjustinelee Жыл бұрын

Technically, no, we veterinary professionals can't make this recommendation and you need to ask your human medical doctor, but it is often the same "grade" medication.

@popfiction5687 Жыл бұрын

Lovely video. BUT....my cat fights me like I'm trying to skin him alive whenever I try to put the inhaler on his face. HOW DO I GET MY CAT TO TAKE THE MEDICINE?????

@drjustinelee Жыл бұрын

Wrap a towel gently around him. While this website is old, check out this for great resources: www.fritzthebrave.com/

@jimbo8743 2 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know what mg size for Albuterol?

@drjustinelee 2 жыл бұрын

A single dose of 90 mcg of albuterol administered via MDI; using a spacer, such as an Aerokat chamber (trudellmed.com) and mask can be used.

@jimbo8743 2 жыл бұрын

@@drjustinelee Thank you Dr Lee, this video helped me out a lot 👍 Wish you were in my area in NJ

@TheA1239 5 жыл бұрын

What to do if the cat rejecta the mask and go crazy?

@drjustinelee 5 жыл бұрын

If your cat is already stressed from not breathing well, this will make it worse. You also should NEVER use an asthma inhaler unless your vet has directed you to do so, as it can cause worse injury to a cat with heart disease. I would ask your vet to show you how to use this on your cat if necessary.

@LaGataNegra3073 2 жыл бұрын

my Sheba started coughing seems everyday now. But it doesnt sound like a hairball. when she does a hairball i can hear a liquid inside. What she does is just air. she is 11yrs old.

@drjustinelee 2 жыл бұрын

She NEEDS to get to a vet - this needs to be treated asap as it's very uncomfortable for her and she needs medication.

@LaGataNegra3073 2 жыл бұрын

@@drjustinelee OMG! i just called to make an appointment for the vet and Sheba came while on the phone and started purring and rubbing the phone. I think she knows shes going to feel better soon. ❤️

@heronpage3883 Жыл бұрын

PLEASE ASK YOUR VET HOW MUCH, AND HOW, YOU ADMINISTER TO YOUR CAT - THIS VIDEO INSTRUCTION IS NOT FOR EVERY CAT. My cat got ONE puff and I was to watch the flapper in the inhaler to see my cat had taken 10 breaths. This is TOTALLY different from what she is saying.with 3 ouffs and one minute of inhaling, my cat would be dead. My vet was shocked at this video.

@drjustinelee Жыл бұрын

It's called METERED DOSE (MDI) for a reason.

@ethanners6605 2 жыл бұрын

Our prescription says 1 puff every 12 hours, so just a single puff?

@justinelee9930 2 жыл бұрын

When in doubt, I’d check with your veterinarian. It can be 1-3 puffs depending on how well your cat breaths and inhaled it in.

@misstati-tatianna1627 3 жыл бұрын

No powder or fragrance what do I used to clean to mop I’m taking out the little which is dust free every time she poops literally like how will my home smell clean ?

@drjustinelee 3 жыл бұрын

Just no major sprays - still ok to use some cleaner but move your cat completely out of the room while cleaning. You could also use a dilute vinegar spray too.

@misstati-tatianna1627 3 жыл бұрын

@@drjustinelee I’ve tried the diluted vinegar but my house is small so my house be smelling like vinegar for house I even have the windows open so if I leave and come Back it still smells like vinegar ☹️ but I just threw my couch away what she was spraying and peeing ok she’s on meds she has asthma so she is doing a lot better im a get new furniture after she is fixed so I won’t have repeated accidents again and I’ve seen I love some cleaning products safe for cats thanks tho 🤗

@Elleylaluna 5 жыл бұрын

So my cat has asthma and he's about to start the inhaler... at this very moment he isn't currently activity coughing (he did a few weeks of other medicine, that calmed down the coughing - and is now supposed to move to the inhaler...) is it smart to start him on the inhaler right away... it says one puff in the morning one at night for a week, then switch to once a day or every other day..... is that right? Or do I only use it first only when he starts coughing to start off with ? Thank you.

@drjustinelee 5 жыл бұрын

It depends on what type of inhaler it is - albuterol (bronchodilator) vs. fluticasone (steroid). I usually use the albuterol only as needed, but if it's a steroid, it should be used as directed. When in doubt, please check with your veterinarian!

@emilysmith2587 2 жыл бұрын

Can you use a human Albuterol inhaler on cats ?

@drjustinelee 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, but don't do it without consulting a veterinarian as there are several types and dosage concentrations, etc.

@marthasitentu6638 3 жыл бұрын

Guys, I have a cat and I sleep with it a lot but I'm asthmatic and I sometimes have itchy noise but I hardly have an attack, is this normal?

@drjustinelee 3 жыл бұрын

I would consult with your veterinarian AND MD. There is a new diet called Purina Live Clear that reduces how "allergic" YOU are to your CAT! Worth considering if you are allergic or asthmatic and triggered by cats.

@marthasitentu6638 3 жыл бұрын

@@drjustinelee thank you so much

@stevenbuell5387 3 жыл бұрын

Lol my lady smokes like a chimney or cat is coughing up a storm

@RSD322 2 жыл бұрын

I dont have aerosol Chamber. How i use it without aerosol Chamber

@drjustinelee 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, it needs to be used with a chamber to be effective.

@denisparent8376 5 жыл бұрын

Seem that she only get it from the nose and still need practice.

@vermontmike9800 2 жыл бұрын

Hold it on your cat for a minute…riiiiight….

@unhombrelobo 7 жыл бұрын

1 minute? everyone else is saying 7-10 breaths. Where is this minute coming from?

@justinelee9930 7 жыл бұрын

7 to 10 breaths is one minute. That's how many breaths a cat typically takes within one minute when they are relaxed at home. With an asthmatic cat who is breathing harder, they will be inhailing in more drug so you could likely do 10 breaths or 20 to 30 seconds.

@unhombrelobo 7 жыл бұрын

okay thanks Doc, i appreciate your advice.

@drjustinelee 5 жыл бұрын

Cats normally breath 10-20 breaths per minute. So in general, I say 1 minute vs. counting breaths.

@timberwolff758 Жыл бұрын

STOP USING ROOM FRESHENER

@rubytuesday1316 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting. I imagine as with humans, cats can be sensitive to many variables

@Randallpink 11 ай бұрын

Also AUIT SMOKING REEFER AROUND CATS

@Glim246 11 ай бұрын

So true. No one should be spraying chemicals in to their home or worse yet using plug ins that spray 24 hrs a day. Good way to get breathing issues and cancer.

@scully47 2 ай бұрын

My cat was diagnosed with asthma recently. My vet said don’t use any sprays at all, including perfume. No scents at all. Dust free litter. I also have an air purifier. I don’t smoke but a nearby tenant does. I have draft stoppers around the doors to block it.

@bradb6138 Жыл бұрын

DO NOT LISTEN TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 1 minute is way too long. Aerocat has its own video...ur only supposed to hold it on for 5 breathes!!

@drjustinelee Жыл бұрын

Well, being that most normal resting respiratory breathing rates of cats is 20 breaths per minute, and cats with asthma can breathe inappropriately at 60-100 breaths per minute, "5 breaths" is erroneous, FYI.