Is it normal for a kitten to be lethargic after shots?
As with any medical intervention, there are always some inherent risks associated with vaccinating cats. Mild reactions, including a slight fever, lethargy, decreased appetite, and localized swelling at the vaccination site may start within hours after vaccination and usually subside within a few days.
What does it mean when a kitten is lethargic?
Young cats and kittens are normally hugely playful, with abundant energy, so when a kitten becomes lethargic it is a cause of concern. As cats age, their energy slows down. They tend to sleep more and enjoy the good things in life, such as sun bathing and watching the world go by.
What should I do if my kitten won’t drink water?
One is eating the dry kitten chow and drinking water. The other kitten is refusing to eat or drink. However, the one that is refusing to eat the dry cat food or drink the water, will drink milk. I’m not feeding the kitten that won’t eat any milk right now to see if I can get it to eat the dry food but I am concerned as I don’t want to starve it.
Is there a cure for lethargy in cats?
Diagnosis is complicated as there are many possible causes of lethargy in cats which range from mild to severe, as lethargy is a symptom of most illnesses and disorders. Your veterinarian will require a complete medical history of your cat including detailed description of symptoms in order to narrow down a possible cause.
Is it normal for a cat to not eat or drink?
Yes, it certainly sounds like she’s sick – shaking is often a sign of pain or discomfort in cats, and not eating or drinking is also a very non-specific sign of illness. Unfortunately,…
Young cats and kittens are normally hugely playful, with abundant energy, so when a kitten becomes lethargic it is a cause of concern. As cats age, their energy slows down. They tend to sleep more and enjoy the good things in life, such as sun bathing and watching the world go by.
One is eating the dry kitten chow and drinking water. The other kitten is refusing to eat or drink. However, the one that is refusing to eat the dry cat food or drink the water, will drink milk. I’m not feeding the kitten that won’t eat any milk right now to see if I can get it to eat the dry food but I am concerned as I don’t want to starve it.
Diagnosis is complicated as there are many possible causes of lethargy in cats which range from mild to severe, as lethargy is a symptom of most illnesses and disorders. Your veterinarian will require a complete medical history of your cat including detailed description of symptoms in order to narrow down a possible cause.
Are there kittens that are not eating or sleeping?
I rescued two 8 week old kittens-both brothers. Apparently very healthy, playing, sleeping, using the kitty litter box. One is eating the dry kitten chow and drinking water. The other kitten is refusing to eat or drink. However, the one that is refusing to eat the dry cat food or drink the water, will drink milk.