My cat just had kittens. One newborn has bent hind legs. What do I do?

Great question! The only way to tell is by having an x-ray done by your veterinarian - this will show exactly what is wrong with the bone, and will also give the information needed to determine whether it can be fixed or not. I would recommend taking the kitten to your vet for an exam and x-rays as soon as you are able to - he/she will be able to advise you further on what can be done to help the kitten, depending on what the x-rays show.

With these types of deformities it is best to take them to the vet to see what structures are involved before removal is attempted. I would not let the mother over groom or lick or it may separate them also.

I am very sorry the kitten has been born with this limb issue. Thank you for providing a picture. Many conditions of the limbs can be corrected with surgery. I would advise taking the kitten to the veterinarian to have an X-ray performed. The vet will then be able to diagnose what is specifically wrong within the limb and discuss the treatment options available for you.

It is too early to tell, at least from the pictures, you will probably have to wait a few days to see how it plays out. if in a couple of weeks you are still not sure you should have it checked by your vet.

There are many possible ways a kitten could become injured but a bite from another cat causing a cat bite abscess is quite possible. I am concerned that the leg appears bent but without a picture it is impossible to advise further, a full vet check would be recommended if the lameness does not improve after 4-6hours rest

This kitten will need to be seen by a veterinarian. It may be possible to orthopedically treat the kitten by applying braces or similar means to help it strengthen its front legs. It is necessary for the kitten to be examined and treated as it will not be able to walk properly on the front legs like this, making it prone to injuries and infections.

I am so sorry about your kittens. Weakness and impaired movement are not classic signs for one specific disease process in kittens. Typically, we are concerned with infection, nutritional deficiencies and congenital abnormalities in neonates. The queen and kittens need to be evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible.