How to Help a Gagging Cat

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Massage the throat.

   If your cat starts gagging and coughing like there is something caught in its throat, try massaging the throat.
   
   This can help relax the muscles so the cat will swallow and the muscles can stop spasming., You may be able to help the cat stop gagging by helping it swallow whatever is irritating its throat.
   
   Cover the cat’s nose with your hand.
   
   This will cut off air from its nose and force it to swallow, which can help clear the throat., Helping your cat get more air into its nose may help stop the gagging.
   
   Stick your finger into your cat’s mouth and gently hold down its tongue.
   
   This will cause more air to get into the nose, which can help clear whatever is making it gag.Use caution with this method because your cat could bite your finger.
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   Step 2: Place a hand over the nose.

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   Step 3: Hold down its tongue.

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