since the shelter where i got my kittens offers to replace the kitten if it dies within 7-10 days id like to get a new one...what should i look for so this doesnt happen again.
2006-08-04 04:34:22 · 11 answers · asked by sassy2sloppy 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
the kitten i just brought home had to be put to sleep because of liver illnesses, she had less than a 50% change to living with care...i dont want this to happen again
2006-08-04 04:53:53 · update #1
Maybe get a tabby cat.(they are cute.)
2006-08-04 04:38:54 · answer #1 · answered by angeldumbdog 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry to hear about your kitten.
Unfortunately, liver disease can be difficult to detect from just looking at a cat. Also, a problem like this can hit a kitten quickly, so it might look just fine at the shelter and then develop problems once home. Regardless of the source of the cat, this can happen - I'm glad you still want to adopt and are not blaming the shelter!
Look for a kitten who is active and alert. It's eyes should be clear (no discharge and the whites should be white). It should be a good weight and have a good appetite. The kitten's coat should not be dry or flaky.
Good luck!
2006-08-04 12:10:59 · answer #2 · answered by melissa k 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The shelter is supposed to give shots before releasing them, be sure you have a record. I think I would still take the kitten to my own vet and have it checked out. Blood work can be done looking for problems. Good luck. I think it is great that you got your kitten at the shelter, you tried to save a little life.
2006-08-04 11:42:18 · answer #3 · answered by sylvie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be sure they will give you a few weeks to pick out a new one. If one had something and died it is highly probable that other cats have it there also. If they adopted it out they didn't know it was sick yet and didn't not isolate him from the others. There is a seven to ten day incubation period on most diseases. Go down check them out several times and start watching for the one you want.
2006-08-04 11:54:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well you know this will happen again , because if you're lucky cats will stay alive for a maximum of six years if he or she is an outside cat. So it doesnt matter which one you choose as long as it's healthy , because it will die (I hate saying that word!) sooner or later.
2006-08-04 11:50:41 · answer #5 · answered by {©helsea} 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure their ears are clean inside. If there's black dirt it could be ear mites. Also make sure their nose isn't runny & they are not sneezing. I bought my cat from a pet shop & she was very ill. Luckily she survived, but the vet bills were very expensive. Hope this helps.
Pam
2006-08-04 11:46:00 · answer #6 · answered by pami41980 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look for gunky stuff around the eyes and nose.
Make sure the eyes and ears and clear.
and just make sure they have a good personality, hyper yet can be calm and playful.
2006-08-04 11:42:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask about any possible health problems. get the kitten vaccinated.
2006-08-04 12:09:04 · answer #8 · answered by clloplyr 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take advantage of the free first vet visit
2006-08-04 11:54:51 · answer #9 · answered by Golden Dragon 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best shelter for your kitten would your big house........Just try it out.......it will work
2006-08-04 11:41:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anirudha M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋