Why are both my kittens suddenly limping and one has a fever?

Thank you for submitting your question regarding your kitten. I recommend that he sees a veterinarian today. His behavior is worrisome. Even if you are not able to locate his pain, it sounds like he is sore if he is limping. There is a viral disease in kittens that can cause a fever, lameness and ulcers in the mouth. His veterinarian will examine him and determine if this is the case or if he has another problem. I hope this information helps!

I am sorry to hear kohl is not feeling well. Typically a broken foot/bone will not cause a fever. I think the veterinarian you saw was thinking kohl could have hemobartenella. It is a parasite carried by fleas that destroys red blood cells and can cause inflammation of the mouth. I would recommend taking kohl back to the vet to re check his temperature and check his foot, now that he is limping. At home I would make sure kohl is eating and drinking and give any medications the veterinarian prescribed.

Hello and thank you very much for your question. With the history that you were giving me, I worried that there may be a puncture wound or abscess formation on the left rear leg. Another possibility would be that we have hurt our leg somehow and the pain associated has caused the temperature to rise. Nevertheless, with a temperature that high, your pet needs to see the veterinarian as soon as possible to get a correct diagnosis and treatment started. If there were not a fever associated, I would tell you to wait for 24 to 48 hours with complete rest of the cat with no movement. But because of the fever, you do need to see a veterinarian. Thanks a lot for your question. Have a good day.

It is possible for calici to cause lameness in kittens but it is not a very common symptom. Usually they are showing respiratory signs, very lethargic and not eating. Has Burrikh been vaccinated against calici? That is a core vaccine for cats. She should have received a vaccine at 8, 12 and 16 weeks of age. If she is fully vaccinated I find it hard to believe that she would catch calici. Cats typically acquire feline calcivirus (FCV) after coming into contact with other infected cats, such as in a shelter, cattery, or boarding facility. Has she been exposed to any of these situations? If not, again, I find it unlikely that she would acquire this disease. I suggest you take Burrikh to your vet for some testing although I am not sure what testing you have available in Indonesia for this virus. The most reliable diagnostic test involves identifying a buildup of FCV antibodies. These antibody tests can be used to detect and measure the levels of feline calcivirus antigen and/or antibodies corresponding to the viral antigen (feline calcivirus). A more advanced test that may be used involves growing the isolated viruses under controlled conditions using a technique called cell culture. If she does have calici you cannot treat this at home. If she just has an injury then it will likely resolve on it's own over time. Cats often get injured and we don't know how they did it so it is possible that it is an injury. If you are worried about her then you need to take her to your vet for an exam. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

I would rest them over the weekend. No running, jumping, or playing. Keep them indoors at all times if they are allowed outside, and put them each into their own rooms to keep them quiet. If they still appears painful after this time, then I would take them into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. They may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give them any human pain medications, as many are toxic to cats and are fatal if given.

Unfortunately, if the kitten is ill and limping, she needs to be seen by a vet. It would be impossible to determine what exact virus is causing it without an exam, tests, and treatment from a professional. This would likely include bloodwork or X-rays to determine the illness and limp causes. If you're having trouble affording care, this site may help give you options, otherwise looking into a humane society that may be able to provide assistance or care is a good idea: https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/having-trouble-affording-veterinary-care

Your kitten needs to be seen by a veterinarian. This sounds like a chronic infection which needs to be addressed. Matted fur is a sign of the cat not grooming itself and not playing is also a sign of not being well. This is not going to go away by itself. Please take your kitten to a vet tomorrow morning.