Inhaled treatments reduce or eliminate systemic effects. In 2003 a chamber called the AeroKat Feline Aerosol Chamber was designed specifically for cats, significantly improving efficiency and reducing cost for the caregiver. Medicine can also be administered using a human baby spacer device. Inhaled steroid usually takes 10–14 days to reach an effective dose. When choosing the right cat asthma inhaler mask, make sure to check ease of use, effectivity, and quality. Prevention Feline asthma and other respiratory diseases may be prevented by cat owners by eliminating as many allergens as possible. Allergens that can be found in a cat's habitual environment include: pollen, molds, dust from cat litter, perfumes, room fresheners, carpet deodorizers, hairspray, aerosol cleaners, cigarette smoke, and some foods. Avoid using cat litters that create excessive dust, scented cat litters or litter additives. Of course eliminating all of these can be difficult and unnecessary, especially since a cat is only affected by one or two. It can be very challenging to find the allergen that is creating asthmatic symptoms in a particular cat and requires a lot of work on both the owner's and the veterinarian's part. But just like any disease, the severity of an asthma attack can be propelled by more than just the allergens, common factors include: obesity, stress, parasites and pre-existing heart conditions. Dry air encourages asthma attacks so keep a good humidifier going, especially during winter months. At risk Studies show that cats between the ages of two and eight years have the greatest risk of developing a respiratory disease. Siamese and Himalayan breeds and breed mixes seem to be most prone to asthma. Some studies also indicate that more female cats seem to be affected by asthma than male cats. Notes References Feline Asthma with Fritz the Brave:veterinarian-approved protocol, photos, video and information Dr. Serina J. Hillerson, DVM, March 1, Cat Fancy. Dr Susan Little, DVM "Feline Asthma - Updated Information, winnfelinehealth.org. College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University "Feline Asthma". AeroKat(tm) Feline Aerosol Chamber Trudell Medical International Cat Asthma Symptoms, Wheezing, Treatments, and Breeds. (n.d.). Pet Health Center | Veterinary Care and Information from WebMD. Retrieved April 4, 2013, from http://pets.webmd.com/cats/asthma-symptoms-cats Feline Asthma & Other Respiratory Disorders. (n.d.). Feline Asthma & Other Respiratory Disorders. Retrieved April 4, 2013, from http://www.felineasthma.org/medications/index.htm Clair Chesterman. (2019, Jan 17). Best Cat Inhalers For Asthma: Ultimate Comparison from Technomeow See also Asthma Winn Feline Foundation External