I have a kitten that appears to be about 4 monthes old. She started hanging around my house and wouldn't leave so we decided to let her stay.
Well, she doesn't groom herself well, maybe because she's a kitten? And she sneezes on me all of the time?
If anyone has had a similar situation with their cat and could make some suggestions as far as what to do for her I would appreciate it. I can't really afford a vet so "take her to the vet" isn't an option.
Thanks for all answers. :)
2006-08-23 03:39:15 · 34 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Upper respiratory infection. Allergies, or something stuck in it's nose that needs to be removed by a VET!
Poor grooming means the cat is sick. Take her to the vet or take her to a no-kill shelter if you don't want to take care of her.
And if you cannot afford to take your kitten to the vet, how can you afford to do all the other important things needed for its care?
YOU NEED TO TAKE IT TO A VET.
Or take it to a no-kill shelter so it can be adopted by a family who is willing and able to take care of it - including medical care.
Oh, and DO NOT GIVE YOUR CAT medications designed for humans. Do not give her benadryl! Human medications can KILL cats (and dogs too).
There is no excuse for neglect. Take it to a vet if you love the kitty.
2006-08-23 03:45:14 · answer #1 · answered by WhatAmI? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your kitten just might be sick or have a cold. Or possibly, it's allergic 2 something. My advice is,since u cant really afford a vet, to try and get some type of cat food that helps with the sickness or allergy. Your kitten might not be grooming it self well because of it's possible sickness, So i hope this advice works,and if it doesn't, then I'm sorry, but If you know anyone that knows a few things about cats then i suggest that you go to that person.
2006-08-23 03:51:45 · answer #2 · answered by RJ 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Probably not allergies.
She should go to a vet anyway, have her shots done and make sure she doesn't have anything wrong with her, and she's at about the age that you should consider spaying her (trust me, you'll be glad you do this).
Brush her every day, and make those disgusting cooing noises that pet owners make to their favorite little fluffywuffykins. In addition to inspiring people near you to vomit, it will encourage her to groom herself.
And when you DO take her to a vet for her checkup, ask them about it. Sometimes it's nothing, but sometimes cats (especially strays) have respiratory tract infections. RTIs are very hard on cats, and should be treated aggressively, although usually agressive treatment is just antibiotics.
With regards to cost, most vets are a) willing to haggle total cost, because they love animals more than money (you'd be surprised how little vets make unless they own their own clinics), and b) willing to work out payment plans that are often interest free.
Good luck.
2006-08-23 03:43:53 · answer #3 · answered by Brian L 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
a number of those solutions, geez. besides, cats can get greater respiration infections quite certainly. it may start up out as in basic terms sneezing yet whilst left untreated then different indicators which contain runny or cloudy eyes, mucousy discharge from the nostril, and fever can happen. the suitable element may well be to take her in to ascertain the vet if for no longer something yet peace of thoughts. it somewhat is hypersensitive reactions, yet I paintings at a vet sanatorium and we see respiration infections each and all of the time in cats. many people are available in because of the fact, in basic terms like your cat, it starts out as countless sneezing. If this is caught early adequate then your cat might desire to have not any concern creating an entire and rapid restoration. Cats could have hypersensitive reactions although this isn't any longer as undemanding because it somewhat is with canines. it might additionally be some thing user-friendly like airborne dirt and dust or a sparkling candle you have been burning. Taking her to the vet is your suitable guess. good success!
2016-10-02 10:54:08 · answer #4 · answered by puga 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I adopted a cat that had no home about two years ago. It had allergies and sneezed all the time. This cat was like allergic to air I think. Everything made him sneeze. I felt sorry for him but I started noticing that snot was slung all over my furniture and walls. It was even all over my bed. I mean nasty snot too. So I had to give it up for adoption, I felt so bad but man that was just way too gross. If you cannot go to the vet then I would just assume that it is allergies. Maybe your cat is just allergic to something that can be taken away. Maybe there is a flower blooming that she is allergic to. So take things out of your house that you think may be bothering her until she stops sneezing. Good luck:)
2006-08-23 03:45:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Its most likely allergies that started from the dust or whatever's in your house. If she only sneezes when she's on/around you, maybe she's allergic to your perfume and/or deordorant. If she was typically just an outdoor kitten, then whatever she's sneezing about is most likely just from the dust in your house.
2006-08-23 03:45:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Seasonal allergies, most likely. Honestly, if you care for your kitten you really must take it to the vet. Otherwise, you're making it suffer. At worst, a medication would cost something like $35. Trust me, it'll be money well spent. Your kitten will love you for it.
2006-08-23 03:45:24 · answer #7 · answered by nfaustman 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you can't afford a vet then you shouldn't of gotten a cat. I think she's allergic to her bad owner who can't afford to take proper care of her. People think getting a pet requires no time or money or responsibility. And they are always wrong.
2006-08-23 03:42:32 · answer #8 · answered by impossible 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hi there...what your kitten has is an upper respiratory infection (URI). Without medical treatment this could progressively become worse. (please see weblinks below about URI/Cat Flu)
Families who have financial hardships can get low cost veterinary care either through the local humane society or area shelter clinics. Would you at least contact the shelters to find out who could help you?
2006-08-23 03:52:11 · answer #9 · answered by ♪ Seattle ♫ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She could possibly have cat flu if shes unvaccinated, could have a grass seed up her nose, or could have allergies. You really cant determine it yourself and need to seek advice from a vet and if u dont want to then find her a new home.
2006-08-23 03:41:22 · answer #10 · answered by nicole 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋