Like those of us who feel the sneeze, some of our feline friends suffer from seasonal allergies. Although cat allergies can occur any time of year, spring, summer and fall are usually the toughest seasons.

Feline allergies can cause sneezing and respiratory abnormalities, but signs of skin irritation are often more common. These include scratching, licking or biting at the skin, which can result in hair loss. Some cats develop red, watery eyes or ear infections made evident by head shaking, ear scratching or discharge. The discomfort can cause allergic cats to lose their appetite or develop behavioral changes.

If your cat shows any of these signs, see your veterinarian to get to the root of the problem.