I have a friend who pick up a kitten that is acting funny wanted to know the signs of rabies in kittens. ??

Question

We just wanted to know the signs of rabies in kitten if anyone can help. Thanks

Answer 1

Rabies in animals
Animals with rabies may act differently than healthy animals. Wild animals may move slowly or act tame. Also, some wild animals, like foxes, raccoons, and skunks, that normally avoid porcupines, may receive a face full of quills if they become rabid and try to bite these prickly rodents. A pet that is usually friendly may snap at you and try to bite.

There are two common types of rabies. One type is "furious" rabies. Animals with this type are hostile, may bite at objects, and have an increase in saliva. In the movies and in books, rabid animals foam at the mouth. In real life, rabid animals look like they have foam in their mouth because they have more saliva.

The second and more common form is known as paralytic or "dumb" rabies. An animal with "dumb" rabies is timid and shy. It often rejects food and has paralysis of the lower jaw and muscles.
Thanks

Answer 2

signs are not eating , unusual aggressive behavior or there is rabies that is called dumb rabies, They act kinda weird. Foaming from mouth. Example of Dumb rabies: Skunk walked up to me and acted really like a cat would, rub my leg and walk with me. Police shot him and he had rabies. If this kitten got any saliva on you and you had an open cut or scratch you, and the kitten has rabies you are looking toward a round of rabie shots. Take the kitten to the vet.

Answer 3

This kitten needs to be taken to the vet immediately!

It could have rabies without exhibiting a lot of the classic symptoms--however, in the US rabies is rare in domestic animals.

Assuming that it's not rabies, the kitten could possibly have distemper or Feline Leukemia, both of which are fatal if not treated (and sometimes fatal even if treatment begins).

Only a veterinarian can run the tests and determine what's going on...if your friend is unable to afford a vet, there are two options:

1. Speak to the vet about a payment plan
2. Surrender the kitten to a rescue group and inform them of what's going on...if she can't afford a vet now, the animal will suffer in the future because it will undoubtedly need more vet care.

The kitten might have nothing major, or it might be suffering right now...the only responsible thing is to take it to a veterinarian.

Answer 4

Rabies is very unlikely. More possible is distemper. (Or you could just have an odd kitten).
Kittens are especially susceptible to feline distemper because their immune systems are underdeveloped. They may even contract the disease from their mother before birth. Symptoms typically show up within 10 days of infection. The first symptoms to appear are usually a high fever, and loss of appetite. Symptoms can vary, they may also include vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration. This disease can kill very rapidly, and is very common. Any cat that is behaving abnormally or has any symptoms should be taken to a vet immediately. A diagnosis is obtained by ruling out other diseases through blood tests and considering vaccination history and exposure. There is no cure for feline distemper , but supportive treatment through fluids and antibiotics can help the cat survive.

Answer 5

There are different stages of rabies. The first stage known as the prodromal stage may last for 2-3 days.Apprehension, anxiety, solitude and aggressiveness are common in this stage. The second stage called the furious stage can last for 1-7 days and usually consists of hypersensitivity to auditory and visual stimuli, and they become restless and more aggressive. The third stage, the paralytic or dumb stage brings excessive salivation, and inability to swallow, deep breathing and a dropped jaw may result from lack of muscular control.
Dont get too close, be careful not to be scratched or bitten, and get veterinary assistance.

Answer 6

Rabies is very rare in the united states.

Your biggest clue is fear of water-all cats hate water, but if they won't drink, thats a problem.

Later on there'll be Foaming at the mouth, and they'll act like they're attacking an invisible ememy.

Answer 7

My kids were just attacked by a stray cat that was acting weird and they are now taking the rabies vaccine-trust your instincts.

Answer 8

I would take that kitten to the vets now! I hope its not suffering and in pain.

Answer 9

Don't touch cat tail cat will bite you ! Don't disturb the cat if they're eating! Don't kick the cat on the way or road you will run him for get you and bite you