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Cat General => General Cat Chat => Topic started by: monkeyboy on August 28, 2009, 12:52:42 PM

Title: some advice please
Post by: monkeyboy on August 28, 2009, 12:52:42 PM

hey people

i recently got a kitten from my sister it was the runt of the litter and has clubbed feet which most people would find bad but it's able to get around rather well i know it could cause problems later but the other thing is that it is unable to poo properly which isnt good as i have had to help it as it can actually push it out it has a good appetite an it's belly feels full but im thinkin that it may be a little backed up any adviced with this would be very helpful an much appreciated

 :thanks: ste

Title: Re: some advice please
Post by: Angiew on August 28, 2009, 12:55:27 PM

welcome.

the best advice is to take it to a vet. Has it been wormed? A vet will be able to check if there is anything else causing it problems wit its motions.

Title: Re: some advice please
Post by: monkeyboy on August 28, 2009, 12:57:48 PM

not sure if it's been wormed it's 6 weeks old was lookin at takin it to the vets but not sure how much it's gonna cost plus i was told the vet would prob say to put it down

Title: Re: some advice please
Post by: clarenmax on August 28, 2009, 13:19:59 PM

I would have to say a vet check too, to be on the safe side.

If your cat is otherwise healthy (cats with disabilities can live long and happy lives), then I doubt they would suggest pts  :hug: unless there was something serious going on internally as well.

Vet costs can vary depending on where in the country you are?

Title: Re: some advice please
Post by: Angiew on August 28, 2009, 13:21:08 PM

also 6 weeks is very young to be away from its mum.

Title: Re: some advice please
Post by: Janeyk on August 28, 2009, 13:24:44 PM

Hi Ste  :)

I agree, definitely vet visit  x

Title: Re: some advice please
Post by: alison10 on August 28, 2009, 13:35:15 PM

I too would recomend a trip to the vets, for your own peace of mind as well.

Title: Re: some advice please
Post by: Bazsmum on August 28, 2009, 13:49:27 PM

Please take this little one to the vets Monkeyboy! 6 wks old is very young and they can go downhill so quickly.... A decent vet would see your plight and maybe offer you to pay in installments!  ;)

Title: Re: some advice please
Post by: Millys Mum on August 28, 2009, 17:24:03 PM

A vet may well be able to correct the leg problem aswell as the tummy, please if you cant afford to get the neccessary treatment contact a local rescue, the sooner little ones get treatment the better

Title: Re: some advice please
Post by: Michelle (furbabystar) on August 28, 2009, 21:25:33 PM

Poor little mite should still be with its Mum

I would deff pop this kitten along to your vet
it sounds as though it needs worming and should be checked over....also those feet will need to be looked at

Title: Re: some advice please
Post by: Mark on August 28, 2009, 23:28:51 PM

I agree with the others. What are you feeding him/her?