I have a kitten, sodapop. he is also 6 months or so. he runs up and down like a maniac (and isn't on anything like catnip) it seems like he does this the most right after he eats. like it energizes him or something. he doesn't really come to me a lot (unless i just came from skool and he misses me), but I usually chase him myself. I pet him a lot but after a while he starts to bite and scratch. he also plays 2 roughly so sometimes I have to get gloves. 4 some reason, he gets scared whenever I get close to my mom and dad like he doesn't know them and they didn't do anything to him. (this just started happening) I'm scared to carry him to the vet because he hasn't gotten use to strangers. what if he runs away while the vet is trying to give him his shots? and he has some kind of sores on his head below the ears in these two light spots. it's red. he seems to bleed in little areas like in his ears. nothing too serious (i hope) it doesn't hurt him at all when I touch it. help me!
2007-12-08 05:50:57 · 9 answers · asked by mystic94hoop94 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
I too thought normal kitten until you said it had sores and is bleeding as my own kitten is flying up and down the stairs right now.
You need to get it to a vet right away. Only he can tell you what is wrong with your kitten and give the appropiate treatment. As fot the shots better for the cat to be a little shy (they will be given in a room with the door closed) than have the poor thing die of something nasty because he did not have them.
Good luck. Go get that little one some help.
2007-12-08 06:03:08 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. P's Person 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a cat that acted just like yours when she was a kitten. I could not sit on the floor and talk on the phone, she would lunch herself off the couch and land on my like a Tasmanian devil. She eventually out grew this behavior, but still likes to tear around the house every once in a while. She is six now, but still kitten like, she will try to bit her own feet, while kicking herself in the head as she slides in a circle on the kitchen floor. Some cats just are a little strange, but my family has laughed more at her behavior than any comedy show.
As far as the sores, defiantly get them looked at. My cat had ear mites and was always scratching her ears. I was also a little worried about taking my crazy cat to the vet, I thought she would bit the vet. She did not, and the vet had no problem examining her, he just reached in the carrier and got her.
So defiantly get a carrier, and keep him in it until the vet gets him out. Don't be surprised if he wines all the way to the vets and all the way home, but he is much safer in there than in your lap. I felt sorry for a cat and thought I could hold her in the car, big mistake.
Good luck
2007-12-08 16:45:19 · answer #2 · answered by nicky 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My concern is more about your kitten's physical health than his "crazy" behavior! Take Sodapop to the vet! You'll need a cat carrier for him. Don't try to take him to the vet without one, for he may get spooked and get away from you. The vet and the technicians who work there are trained to handle scared kitties, and they won't let him get away.
Sodapop may have earmites or an ear infection. He needs to be seen by a vet.
Some of the behavior you are talking about may be caused by his ears itching or hurting. but some of it you describe is typical for a young cat. They run around and act crazy like that. It's even typical for a young cat or kitten to get carried away and bite and scratch when you pet them. Be careful that you don't continue to play rough with him when he gets excited or over stimulated. Just say "No," and put him down. He'll get the idea after awhile.
Your vet not only can treat Sodapop for his ear problems, and give him his shots to keep him healthy, but he or she can also give you advice and information about his behavior. Your vet can tell you what is normal and what is not, he or she can tell you what type of behaviors to expect at each stage of development in your kitty, and also how to respond to inappropriate behaviors. You'll learn how to train your kitty to become well-behaved (or, better behaved, anyway!) and how you can reduce incidents of bad behavior.
Just be sure you get a carrier to transport him to the vet. A basic, servicable model can be found at Wal-Mart, and it'll be cheaper there than at a pet store or specialty shop.
Good luck with Sodapop!
2007-12-08 14:12:57 · answer #3 · answered by Joyce A 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
He doesn't have issues, he's acting like a young cat. They're not stuffed toys you know.
The REAL issue is the sores. He needs those looked at. To take him to the vet you need a cat carrier, they have cardboard ones you can buy, or you can invest in a $25 pet carrier that's plastic. DON'T take him there without a carrier, you only risk loosing him if he squirms loose. You need to transport him safely. He needs a yearly checkup and his booster shots, so schedule an appointment. He should NOT be bleeding anywhere.
For his actions, you need to give him play time and socialization time--handle him on and off as much as you can. The more people touch he gets the better.
2007-12-08 20:36:55 · answer #4 · answered by Elaine M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Up until you mentioned bleeding and sores, I thought "normal kitten".
A trip to the vet is in order. A vet is used to goofy cats, and wiill protect him. You gotta use a carrier to carry the cat to the vet.
Some of this stuff sounds like my cat, who is allergic to fleas, and gets kinda crazy when sore, hurting. Needs Advantage - that may be all your cat needs, OK?
Go to vet. :o)
2007-12-08 13:58:16 · answer #5 · answered by rayehawk 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
take him to the vet.
they know how to handle cats but definitely get a carrier for taking him. Most vets will let you borrow one if you don't have one but it is a good investment if you have a cat.
The ears sores sound like one of my cats who is allergic to fleas so you have to keep him on advantage or some other flea treatment.
otherwise sounds like normal adolescent cat.
If you don't have him neutered, go ahead and schedule that as well with his shots.
2007-12-08 14:06:05 · answer #6 · answered by bobbie h 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, the best idea is to bring him to the vet.
Just put him inside a kennel and lock it.
Then when you get to the vet, leave him in there and ask for an enclosed room.
Before you open the cage, lock the door and have the doctor in there first.
Good luck with your kitten!
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2007-12-08 14:00:08 · answer #7 · answered by calicatgirl13 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lol my friend used to have a puppy that acted like that and it just grew outta it. You should probably take him to the vet anyways, i'm sure they'll know how to handle him, but be sure to warn them beforehand how he is so they know how to deal with him. If the kitten doesn't grow outta it you need to give him away, because you could end up getting hurt.
2007-12-08 14:08:16 · answer #8 · answered by Katherine 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go pick up a leash and harness so he can't get away but he needs to go to the vet. Keep in his carrier until you get indoors too. Ask the vet about the behavioral problems.
2007-12-08 13:58:21 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋