I have two 16 week old British Shorthair kittens. They have suffered a bit of diarrhea, and today there were streaks of blood in it. I have an appointment with the vet tomorrow, what should I be doing in the meantime? Should I feed them lightly, or not at all? I have removed their food for the time being, but of course kept their water provided for them so they don't dehydrate.
My husband made the appointment, but didn't think to ask about the food situation, and they are now closed for the afternoon.
One of them seems congested, but they both sneeze a lot. I asked the vet over the weekend about their sneezing/congestion, but was told to give it a week as it would probably pass. They seem fine in themselves, healthy appetites and very energetic- so the vet wasn't too worried, but said to bring them back if it didn't improve after a week. He said their prior vaccinations should be taking hold, but they probably just have a little cold. Then the diarrhea started, and now it's streaked with blood. I am very worried now.
Has anyone else experienced this, and should I withhold moist & dry food for the time being, or just give them a little?
Christine
My husband made the appointment, but didn't think to ask about the food situation, and they are now closed for the afternoon.
One of them seems congested, but they both sneeze a lot. I asked the vet over the weekend about their sneezing/congestion, but was told to give it a week as it would probably pass. They seem fine in themselves, healthy appetites and very energetic- so the vet wasn't too worried, but said to bring them back if it didn't improve after a week. He said their prior vaccinations should be taking hold, but they probably just have a little cold. Then the diarrhea started, and now it's streaked with blood. I am very worried now.
Has anyone else experienced this, and should I withhold moist & dry food for the time being, or just give them a little?
Christine