Do you know what is causing your kitten diarrhea? Like humans, kittens can experience having runny unformed stool in place of regular healthy excrement. There are many different reasons why your kitten may have diarrhea, some are quite serious. Many times your kitten has just eaten something disagreeable to their stomach - and there is no great cause for alarm.
Young kittens are particularly susceptible to parasites. A kitten infected with parasites that are have not been treated can experience chronic diarrhea. A veterinarian examination of your kittens excrement will be able to discover if parasites are behind your baby kittens diarrhea.
Did you change your kittens standard food recently? A kitten whose food has suddenly changed from one brand to another can get diarrhea. Changes in cat food should always be done slowly and gradually over a few days.
Poisons in the form of chemical cleaners and houseplants can be the source of your kittens diarrhea. If you suspect this - take your kitty straight to the vet. Be sure to let them have a list of all houseplants and cleaners you have in the home.
For mild cases of diarrhea in kittens it is appropriate to treat at home. If you suspect that your kitten may have diarrhea for a serious reason contact your veterinarian for advice. Your kitten is in danger of dehydrating when she has the runs. Make sure she has enough fresh water to drink to keep her safe from dehydration.
Many times kittens experience diarrhea because they have eaten something that didn't agree with them. If you are worried, take 5 minutes and call your veterinarian. They will be able to ease you worries, or let you know if your kitten needs to come in for a consultation. - 31851
Young kittens are particularly susceptible to parasites. A kitten infected with parasites that are have not been treated can experience chronic diarrhea. A veterinarian examination of your kittens excrement will be able to discover if parasites are behind your baby kittens diarrhea.
Did you change your kittens standard food recently? A kitten whose food has suddenly changed from one brand to another can get diarrhea. Changes in cat food should always be done slowly and gradually over a few days.
Poisons in the form of chemical cleaners and houseplants can be the source of your kittens diarrhea. If you suspect this - take your kitty straight to the vet. Be sure to let them have a list of all houseplants and cleaners you have in the home.
For mild cases of diarrhea in kittens it is appropriate to treat at home. If you suspect that your kitten may have diarrhea for a serious reason contact your veterinarian for advice. Your kitten is in danger of dehydrating when she has the runs. Make sure she has enough fresh water to drink to keep her safe from dehydration.
Many times kittens experience diarrhea because they have eaten something that didn't agree with them. If you are worried, take 5 minutes and call your veterinarian. They will be able to ease you worries, or let you know if your kitten needs to come in for a consultation. - 31851
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