Mucus is a viscous material produced by the mucous layer of your windpipe. Its job is to lubricate your nose and throat. But, infection or some other kind of disorder causes mucus to thicken up and start accumulating in your throat.
If you do wish to give your cats milk, then you can buy lactose-free cat milk (lactose is the sugar found in milk) from your pet food store, vets or supermarket, but itâs not essential. Indeed, some cats will not drink milk at all. Read our advice about giving your cat soya milk.
After weaning, milk is not necessary in a catâs diet. Their ability to digest lactose (the sugar in milk) reduces. Cats can even become intolerant to milk, resulting in the diarrhoea mentioned above. Fresh, clean water is actually all cats will ever need - read our advice if your cat doesn't seem to drink enough water.