Respiratory Health

About Respiratory Problems in Cats

Many cats – especially very young and older cats – are prone to catching upper respiratory infections, similar to colds in humans. These tend to be highly contagious, so it’s best to keep an infected feline away from others, if possible.

Respiratory infections can be serious health conditions in both kittens and elderly cats, occasionally resulting in death. Even in an otherwise healthy and strong cat, respiratory infections are very unpleasant – just as a cold or flu is unpleasant to you. So it’s a good idea to get treatment, if only to ease your cat’s symptoms. 

Common symptoms

• Sneezing
• Runny nose
• Watery eyes
• Rattling breath, husky purring
• Asthma
• Snoring
• Reduced energy levels

What is Throat Gold?

Throat Gold has been developed using herbal ingredients to holistically support the tissues of the throat and entire upper respiratory tract of felines. Our veterinarians have selected herbs that address healthy respiration and general immunity,  but specifically immunity of the throat's surface. Some of the herbs in Throat Gold are termed "demulcents". Demulcents are a type of plant constituent that are high in mucilage content and act to soothe and calm throat irritation, inflammation and cough. 

We recommend a consultation with your veterinarian if you suspect your feline has a respiratory infection.

What is Throat Gold used for?

Continuous coughing can be strenuous not only for a pet but for a pet owner as well. Throat Gold can help support your cat's normal immune response to infection. Throat Gold effectively works to maintain healthy tissues in the throat and respiratory tract and eases discomfort. Animals who have stayed in areas with poor ventilation, feel stressed out (such as during travel) or are exposed to cigarette smoke, may have less ability to fight infections. Kennels are often places where a pet can pick up an airborne infection. Pets that suffer from asthma are also more prone to respiratory symptoms.

Throat Gold can also be used for hoarseness of the throat. The ingredients of this formula are highly effective for supporting and maintaining health and comfort of the upper respiratory tract. Be sure not to confuse the "honking" cough of a cat attempting to clear a hairball with a respiratory infection.

Can my cat take Throat Gold with medications?

Use Throat Gold with caution if taking steroid medications.

Does it come with a guarantee?

Yes!  Throat Gold comes with a 90-day money-back guarantee.

Why choose Throat Gold for your feline friend?

• Certified organic, ethically wild-harvested or selectively imported:  This formula is entirely prepared from organically grown, wild-harvested or selectively imported herbs. 
• Good Manufacturing Practices:  All of our formulas are manufactured in a facility that adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Full Sprectrum Extract:  The full biochemical spectrum of the herbs is preserved  to ensure the potency of the extract.  All raw materials are tested for identification and purity.
• Every batch tested:  Every batch of our Throat Gold is tested to ensure the highest quality and potency.  Every single batch.
• FDA-Registered Facility:  Our manufacturing facility is FDA-registered.  Strict quality control procedures are meticulously monitored.
• FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine Guidelines:  PetWellbeing.com complies with the provisions of the CVM's good guidance practices for pet dietary supplements.  All ingredients and caution statements adhere to these national guidelines.
• It's Guaranteed:  In addition to the superior quality of our products, you are also protected by our 90-day money-back guarantee.

Who makes Throat Gold?

Throat Gold is made by PetWellbeing.com, founded in 2001.  Our goal? To bring the wisdom and experience of our caring holistic veterinarians to your pet.  When your pet is healthy; you're happy.

To fulfill our vision, our on-staff, holistic veterinarians have developed formulas using time-honored, traditional uses of herbs, and integrated the latest scientific research.  It is our aim to produce the best products for your pet that we can.

What is Lung Gold?

Lung Gold is a combination of natural herbal ingredients and Vitamin C designed to help your cat maintain strong immunity in the lower respiratory system. For symptoms in the upper respiratory tract (runny eyes & nose, sneezing, hoarse throat and dry, or cough) as well as feline asthma, you'll want to look at Throat Gold http://www.petwellbeing.com/products/cat-cough-medicine. 

Lung Gold was developed by our holistic veterinarian to help felines boost their innate resistance to harmful viruses, bacteria and fungal infections that affect the lungs and can compromise breathing and oxygenation of tissues. Lung Gold helps to maintain open airways. It works deep in the lungs and it works for different conditions that cause similar symptoms.

What is Lung Gold used for?

The respiratory system can be divided into two areas: the upper and lower respiratory systems. Lung Gold is for the lower respiratory system, needed when there is inflammation in the lower, branching bronchi and bronchioles. Your cat may have a productive, phlegmy cough, shortness of breath, difficulty with exercise and/or wheezing.

Conditions in the lower respiratory tract can be caused by:

• infections (viral, bacterial or fungal)
• allergies (environmental, such as to cigarette smoke)
• parasites (heartworms, lung worms)

Regardless of the cause, there is compromised ventilation and there is inadequate gas exchange in the alveoli of the lungs. Alveoli are hollow sacs at the base of the lungs where carbon dioxide is released for exhalation and oxygen is taken in and transported through the blood to oxygenate the rest of the body.

Lung Gold helps to support strong immunity in the lungs. For felines, lower respiratory issues commonly include pneumonia. If the causes are either allergic or parasitic, Lung Gold can provide added immune support in the lungs and help maintain normal dilation of the airways.

If your cat has allergies that affect the lungs, you will also want to look at Nettle-Eyebright Gold http://www.petwellbeing.com/products/cat-allergies to assist with normal allergic responses. If the cause is parasitic, it will be necessary to treat for parasites.

Always seek the consultation of your veterinarian, as needed.

A Note from our Veterinarian...

Respiratory illness can be very serious. At all times, it is important to monitor the progress of your pet and to seek the guidance of your veterinarian, as required.

Indoor and outdoor environmental toxins (such as cigarette smoke, car exhaust) can make a lung problem worse. If your cat is suffering from a lung-related condition, keep the air quality as clean as possible and eliminate additional stressors to the lungs. Provide good indoor ventilation.

Serious lung conditions can be painful, lead to lack of interest in food, high white blood cell counts and cause fever.

Can my cat take Lung Gold with medications?

Absorption of drugs taken at the same time may be delayed. Not to be used with hypotensive drugs or prior to anesthesia.

Does it come with a guarantee?

Yes!  Lung Gold comes with a 90-day money-back guarantee.

Why choose Lung Gold for your feline friend?

• Certified organic and ethically wild-harvested:  This formula is entirely prepared from organically grown, wild-harvested and selectively imported herbs. We only buy from trusted growers.
• Good Manufacturing Practices:  All of our formulas are manufactured in a facility that adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Full Sprectrum Extract:  The full biochemical spectrum of the herbs is preserved  to ensure the potency of the extract.  All raw materials are tested for identification and purity.
• Every batch tested:  Every batch of our Lung Gold is tested to ensure the highest quality and potency. Every single batch.
• FDA-Registered Facility:  Our manufacturing facility is FDA-registered.  Strict quality control procedures are meticulously monitored.
• FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine Guidelines:  PetWellbeing.com complies with the provisions of the CVM's good guidance practices for pet dietary supplements.  All ingredients and caution statements adhere to these national guidelines.
• It's Guaranteed:  In addition to the superior quality of our products, you are also protected by our 90-day money-back guarantee.

Who makes Lung Gold?

Lung Gold is made by PetWellbeing.com, founded in 2001.  Our goal? To bring the wisdom and experience of our caring holistic veterinarians to your pet.  When your pet is healthy; you're happy.

To fulfill our vision, our on-staff, holistic veterinarians have developed formulas using time-honored, traditional uses of herbs, and integrated the latest scientific research.  It is our aim to produce the best products for your pet that we can.