Wednesday, January 18, 2012

I found a runt kitten, with goopy eyes. At home suggestions?

1st of all with the eyes, gently wipe them with a damp cloth to remove discharge until you can get it to a vet. 2nd: Please do not use a heating pad. They are very dangerous not only because of the wires but the kitten's skin can burn very easily unless you are checking her every hour or more to make sure she moves around and it is not getting too hot in one place. My clinic always suggests using hot water bottles under a towel. Make sure you keep reheating them because when they become cold they will actually take heat away from the animal. 3rd: DO NOT EVER USE A FLEA COLLAR!! Most flea collars and over the counter flea products contain a chemical that many cats have severe reactions to(seizures, coma, death) especially kittens. You can use Frontline at 8wks. Flea collars do not kill fleas unless the flea practically bites the collar. I can't tell you how many animals I've seen covered in fleas that have a flea collar on and I just laugh. Make sure the kitten is eating and drinking. If it has an upper respiratory infection it may become pretty sick fast. Good Luck! PS: DO NOT use neosporin or any medication unless you talk to a vet first. Trust me.

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