One product that may help with certain nasal and sinus tract issues in cats is Feline Nose Relief by HomeoPet. This homeopathic remedy may aid with a runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion. It is made from natural ingredients and is safe and gentle for cats. The liquid preparation should be dropped directly into the mucous membrane of the mouth, including lips, ideally in cats by raising the head until the mouth opens. If the cat finds this distressful or the owner is unable to comply, the medication can be put in the water or milk. The product contains alcohol as a preservative, which may cause some cats to shake their heads or salivate excessively. In these cases, presenting it in food, water, or milk can alleviate these effects.
Another option for dry nose relief in cats is Nose Balm for Dogs and Cats, an all-natural and vegan snout soother that provides dry nose relief for pets. It is made with plant-based ingredients such as shea butter, vitamin E, and coconut oil to moisturize and nourish your pet’s nose. The balm is safe if licked and is suitable for all breeds, shapes, and sizes of dogs and cats.
Regarding the ingredients of Feline Nose Relief, HomeoPet claims that their products are made from pure, safe, and natural ingredients. However, they do not provide a list of ingredients for Feline Nose Relief on their website.
Positive reviews for Feline Nose Relief on Amazon mention that the product helps with cat URI (upper respiratory infection) and is made from natural ingredients. However, some negative reviews mention that the product did not work for their cat or caused side effects such as vomiting.
In a study published in 2023, scientists found that the domestic cats nasal airway is a highly efficient coiled parallel gas chromatograph. The researchers created a 3D computer model of the cat nose and simulated how an inhalation of air containing common cat food odors would flow through the coiled structures. They found that the air separates into two flow streams, one that is cleansed and humidified and another delivering the odorant quickly and efficiently to the system responsible for smelling - the olfactory region.
