My kitten is lethargic and not eating after a cat fight. What to do?

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• Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

  Veterinary Technician

  Published on June 21st, 2018

  It's possible BoBo may not be feeling well, as lethargy and a reduction in appetite are very common signs that something isn't right. Keeping an eye on him may help, however, if he doesn't perk up in a day, or starts to show any other signs of illness (visible pain, shying away from attention, not eating or drinking, changes in urinary or bowel habits, etc) then seeking veterinary care is best to ensure there isn't a more serious issue ongoing.

  

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• Answered By Maria DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on July 17th, 2018

  I recommend taking Felix to the veterinarian. With such vague symptoms there are many different things that could be going on with him. My concern is that he is 3 months old and if he doesn't eat his glucose can drop drastically. Kittens should not be as lethargic as you are describing also. Your veterinarian will be able to evaluate him to see if diagnostics and/or just treatment is necessary.
  
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• Answered By Jenny, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on September 16th, 2017

  He seems dehydrated based on the picture. Make sure he is warm. You can try to place a small amount of honey or karo syrup in his mouth as sometimes their blood sugar gets low and they become weaker when they do not eat well. If he won't take a bottle you can try to syringe some pedialyte or kitten milk in his mouth to keep some fluids in him. At that age they are very fragile and vulnerable and despite doing everything, you can still lose them. Try not to feel bad, you are doing more for him than you know

  

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