Kittens may experience rapid breathing while nursing. This is mainly due to the kitten's weakened state after giving birth and the significant calcium loss during lactation. Calcium is essential for muscle contraction and nerve conduction; a deficiency can affect a kitten's normal breathing. Additionally, postpartum fever or respiratory infections can also cause rapid breathing in kittens.
If your cat's rapid breathing persists or severely affects its health, it is recommended to take it to a veterinarian for examination and treatment as soon as possible. At the same time, you can feed your cat high-protein foods and supplement with calcium-rich foods or pet-specific calcium tablets to help your cat recover.
