I found an abandoned kitten, maybe 2-3 weeks old, very skinny has diaoreah and white gums, she drinks milk and eats, walks around but she is a little dehidrated, what do I do? Any home remedies?
2006-12-08 08:26:31 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
She probably has worms and she is too young to be fully weaned, so I would pick up some kitten formula (pet stores or walmart carry it). Cow's milk is not good for cat's and can cause diarrhea.
Does she have flea's? I've seen stray kittens covered in them and they can easily kill a small kitten (and or make it anemic). I'm concerned over the white gums...good indication of anemia. But that can certainly be related to starvation.
I would recommend taking her to a vet, but I can understand if cost is an issue. She definitely needs some subcutaneous fluids. Like I said, get her some kitten formula so she has some real sustenance and then look into a wormer. I would ask a professional what kind to buy though...I have heard that many of the over the counter stuff doesn't work all that well. However, petsmart and places like that have a locked up selection of higher quality brands that do work.
Another thing you might consider is calling around to the vet clinics and seeing if they know of a clinic that will help you out with the stray. There are some places that will reduce cost to help out...or they might know of a rescue organization for cats. I don't know what part of the country you reside in, but they had several cat rescue groups in Seattle that would take on cases like this.
Good luck
2006-12-08 08:36:17 · answer #1 · answered by Lunasea 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have they been dewormed? If no longer, name your vet and ask if they may be able to promote you a dose of dewormer OTC or a minimum of propose a targeted dewormer from the shop. Most dewormers with Pyrantel Pamoate will kill roundworms and hookworms and will also be discovered OTC. Also, if they've fleas, they want flea medication ASAP. Do NOT purchase any form of flea medication from the shop. You can escape with purchasing a few merchandise on the retailer, however no longer flea prevention, in particular for cats/kittens. Buy a dose out of your vet as quickly as you'll. It does not take a lot for dogs and kittens to emerge as flea-anemic from too many fleas. In truth, I noticed a case in which two complete-grown Rottweilers died from flea-anemia. Try those 2 matters first and spot if that improves their difficulty. Hopefully it is not anything too severe if they are nonetheless lively and consuming/consuming, but when their conduct diminishes and so they emerge as torpid and/or stop consuming/consuming, they're going to have got to be noticeable instantly.
2016-09-03 10:08:07 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
White gums is not a good sign. She should be seen by a vet immediately.
ANEMIA
Anemia in kittens are most commonly noted as idiopathic, meaning of unknown origin, but a few factors to consider are: infectious disease, parasitic infection (blood-sucking fleas or ticks), internal blood parasites, and internal bacterial or viral infections. As noted above, hypothermia and hypoglycemia can eventually or quickly set in and further worsen the situation. Signs of anemia might include: pale or white mucous membranes (gums, tongue, or even skin), inability to sufficiently nurse or eat, lethargy, fever, weakness, wobbly stance, and immobilization. If you suspect your kitten may be suffering from anemia, please contact an emergency vet hospital IMMEDIATELY.
TIPS
Call an emergency vet IMMEDIATELY
If your kitten is suffering from severe anemia, hospitalization may be the best method of treating your kitten. Your vet can treat her symptomatically and provide her the best treatment options to ensure the best chance for full recovery.
2006-12-08 08:29:41 · answer #3 · answered by BVC_asst 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The gums are white because it's dehydrated. Give it water with a baby dropper if you have to but if it doesn't c;ear up in the next day or so take it to the vet.
2006-12-08 08:31:38 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
She should be drinking cat milk replacement formula (not cow's milk), and not eating solid food. Is she pooping? Usually kittens that young can only poop of their mother licks their butt. You can stimulate it by gently wiping her rear with a warm (not hot) damp washcloth.
You really need to get her to the vet, or she could be in trouble. Can you do it today or tomorrow? Please explain it is an emergency. A kitten that young needs to drink frequently. You might have to bottle feed her. Please ask and I hope she pulls through.
It was nice of you to try to rescue her.
2006-12-08 08:31:57 · answer #5 · answered by Zelda Hunter 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would seek immediate medical attention for this kitten, white gums are not a healthy sign for a kitten and neither is diarrhea. Please seek veterinary assistance!!
2006-12-08 13:48:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to take it to a vet ASAP. If you have any other cats keep them separated from it because it could have feline leukemia which is contagious to your cats if they aren't vaccinated for it. It could also be one of many other contagious (for cats) diseases, So i would take it to the vet quickly.
2006-12-08 08:48:11 · answer #7 · answered by Ryne's proud mommy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's not good........................my friend once found an abandonded kitten..........and it had fleas really bad, which made it anemic...........I suggest that you take her to the vet right away!!!!!! I hope everything turns out ok
2006-12-08 08:38:14 · answer #8 · answered by amy d 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋