How do you treat URI in newborn kittens?
Medical therapy for URIs may include liquid oral antibiotics such as Clavamox, probiotics, lysine powder and/or a topical antibiotic for the eyes. You can also provide nebulization to these kittens by allowing them in the bathroom while you run a hot bath or shower.
What happens if a kitten has an URI?
In kittens and in some cats, however, it can have serious consequences. Because the kitten or cat may no longer be able to smell its food, it may quit eating. If it does, it could literally starve to death. You want to help your kitten or cat heal from its URI before it gets to that point.
Can a spayed or neutered cat get an URI?
It is not uncommon for a cat to come down with a URI a week after being spayed or neutered. Cats are capable of transmitting the virus from several weeks to months after exhibiting symptoms depending on the type of virus. It is best, therefore, to keep the affected cat isolated from other cats at this point.
What can I do to help my cat with Uri?
You can also use a very soft toothbrush, like the tiny Wisp by Colgate (do remove the toxic mouthwash bead and clean well first), to gently clean around the nose. If the cat or kitten is trying to help itself by grooming, make sure to help keep their arms and paws clean too.
Can a cat with Uris refuse to eat?
Refusing food is not uncommon in cats with URIs. As days go by, the watery nasal discharge will thicken and become purulent and sticky. The cat may resort to opening its mouth at this point in an attempt to breathe better.
What to do if your kitten has an URI?
A URI in a kitten is most likely cause by a virus, usually rhinotracheitis which is a herpes virus, or calici virus. Generally, depending on which virus your kitten has it may take 1 – 4 weeks to clear up. Feed him warmed up diluted canned food, let her breath some steam, you may need meds for the eye discharge.
Can a cat with an urinary infection go to the vet?
That said, young kittens, cats with health challenges, elderly cats, cats who develop secondary infections or cats who stop eating may die. Most URIs can be treated at home, and often your veterinarian will not ask for your cat to come to the clinic. After all, your cat could then spread it to other cats there.
It is not uncommon for a cat to come down with a URI a week after being spayed or neutered. Cats are capable of transmitting the virus from several weeks to months after exhibiting symptoms depending on the type of virus. It is best, therefore, to keep the affected cat isolated from other cats at this point.
Refusing food is not uncommon in cats with URIs. As days go by, the watery nasal discharge will thicken and become purulent and sticky. The cat may resort to opening its mouth at this point in an attempt to breathe better.