How old does this kitten look?

madisonmj97

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Also he has oozy yellow puss coming from his right eye as you can probably see in the pic... Is it an allergic reaction?
 

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The yellow eye discharge is due to an eye infection. Your kitten needs to be seen by a vet to get started on medication. Best to do it as soon as you can, as the infection will only get worse if left untreated.
 

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Agree with CatPack.  why do you think it may be an allergic reaction?  is there a reason you wait on such reaction?

allergic reaction arent that common but eye infections rather common.

anyways,  allergic reactions is usually clear fluid.   If its puss its bactaria infection and he must get antibiotica.

Off to the vet ASAP!

You can discuss deworming and vaccination plan at the same time.  Deworming may be done now, its first part, vaccinationes in several weeks.

My gues is he is maximum 6 weeks, but may be as little as four.

A nice lynx point.   (or point and tabby if you wish)
 
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He had it when I got him, the lady said that he liked to go under the couch where there was dust, etc. but I'll take him to the vet as soon as I can. It's clearing up since he's been away from his previous owners house... They had other cats/kittens too.
 

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It may be he got dust in the eye, and the dust irritaded and caused the inflammation.

Anywyas,  I have been learned you shall not play with eye infections.  If you arent sure what you do, visit your vet.

You should anyways make a vet visit for the usual vet check up recommended.  A serious breeder makes himself the vet check up.  If you buy your kitten from someone else. you should thus make the check up yourself...

common practice.   :)
 

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There is a very common virus that hits young kittens, I've had several litters that come down with mattery eyes that look just like your kittens. The vet gave me some antibiotic eye cream to apply and they all cleared up within a week. Call your vet and see what they think. Your kitten looks to be about 6 weeks old, he needed to be with his mom and siblings a little longer to learn interactions and manners when playing with others. You may need to teach him now that biting is not acceptable, etc. by leaving him alone when he plays too rough or even by 'hissing' at him to show you are displeased. Good luck, he is adorable!!
 
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