Feline fever can be identified by looking for particular symptoms, as well as taking the cat's temperature. A cat's normal temperature is between 100 and 102.5 degrees F. However, elevated temperature is not the only indication of a fever.
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Temperature
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A temperature above 103 degrees F is considered a feline fever.
Lethargy and Listlessness
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The cat may show lethargy or be listless. It will be sluggish, lazy or drowsy.
Loss of Appetite
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If the cat is eating less than normal, this is a sign of illness.
Rapid Respiratory Rate
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An elevated respiration rate is also an indication of a fever. A normal cat's respiration rate is between 16 and 40 beats per minute. Anything above this indicates a health issue.
Shivering
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Another symptom that may present itself in a feverish cat is shivering.
Pain
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Pain while being touched can be a symptom of a fever in cats. If the cat seems to be reluctant to be petted or handled, it may be suffering from a fever.
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