I got a cat on Thursday and she seems very loving. The concern I have is that she has eaten about 3 of the small cans of Friskies wet cat food over the last 2 days and hasnt had a bowel movement. She is pretty lethargic and sleeps alot, and her belly stays distended. I dont know if these "symptoms" mean that she is just still adjusting to her new home or if she has a medical problem. She is very vocal and loving, but doesnt move around or play very much as you would expect of a kitten. Is this normal of a new cat in a new environment or am I just being paranoid? Thanks in advance.
2007-11-30 22:35:33 · 9 answers · asked by Flit 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
One of two things is happening. Either the kitten is pooping and you just haven't figured out where yet or there is a real medical issue that needs immediate attention. I have had many many cats over the years and I am no stranger to bringing new cats/ kittens into the home and I have never had one stop pooping due to adjusting to a new environment. If the kitten is pooping, look behind all the furniture and any little crack or crevice that it can fit into. Cats don't usually poop out in the open, they will find a corner or get behind something. Kittens don't take to a litter box naturally, they have to be taught to use it. If you can't find any little kitty "surprises" hidden anywhere then get it to a vet ASAP.
2007-11-30 23:20:57 · answer #1 · answered by holeshot9g 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-05 17:32:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have 4 cats and have rescued 3 of them. It took awhile for all of them to adjust.I didn't get all of them at the same time. One by one. I think your cat is still adjusting to her new environment. Since she has ate, even if it wasn't very much, I think she'd be fine. She's just trying to get used to the place and everybody in it ( even if it's just you living there ).
If the cat stops eating or is still slacking on eating after a week, I'd call the vet.
2007-11-30 23:36:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think a vet visit would be the answer here. You will want to take her anyway for her first set of shots. Most kittens have worms, or even a parasite like giardia or coccidia--depends on where you got her from. Good luck with your new kitty.
2007-12-01 00:38:41 · answer #4 · answered by kiki 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe the food is too rich for her, and making her constipated. I would recommend hard food. Its better for the cats teeth to have to chew hard food. I'd take her in if she doesn't 'go in a day or two. Cats are suppose to go once a day. Maybe she has something more going on, if you just got her. Good luck!
2007-11-30 22:45:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some kittens are just lazy hehe. Just try and maybe encourage play, like even get a piece of string and dangle it around her, see how she reacts.
If you are that concerned you might want to ring up your vet.
2007-11-30 22:48:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take her to the vet, sounds like she has worms, and she needs to be treated. It is common for kittens, just have her treated, and you will have a bouncing, playful cat.
2007-11-30 22:46:24 · answer #7 · answered by LIPPIE 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, what has the vet said, with in 5 days of adopting a new animal you should ALWAYS take it to the vet to get it checked out and all. your vet will be able to answer all your questions.
2007-12-01 00:09:01 · answer #8 · answered by catloverme123 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe she is still getting used to her new surroundings.
2007-11-30 23:19:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋