New Kittens

[smudgersmum]

My cat had kittens at 3am this morning , not moving much or feeding been trying goats milk , keeping it warm , and honey round gums @stefanz has been helping but it's breathing is crakerly and noises is this another problem or all the same , not giving up yet !

 

[Sarthur2]

smudgersmum

Is it all 3 kittens having problems or one in particular?

The crackling noises indicate fluid in the lungs, which means pneumonia, which generally kills tiny kittens quickly.

If you can get to a vet, antibiotics may help. The vet may be able to suction some of the fluid out.

Sitting in a steamy bathroom with the shower going may help the kitten breathe.

Beyond that there is little more you can do, unfortunately.

 

[smudgersmum]

Hi thanks Sarthur2 , it's just the one kitten , it's like it can't breath while it's eating , think there may be a vet in the morning but probably to late then x

 

[Sarthur2]

Try the steaming.

Was it born like this? It must have taken fluids into its lungs during the birthing process.

You can try cupping the kitten between both palms and swinging it from your waist down through your legs and back up to see if any fluid will dislodge, though it may be too late.

Otherwise, it's a slow and painful death. You can comfort the kitten by holding it to your chest, unless it wants to snuggle with mom and siblings.

I'm very sorry.

 

[smudgersmum]

I will try both , and yes it was like it straight from birth , it was first born from first litter , I didn't know what was wrong and she had 4 in an hour so was trying to make sure everything was ok but missed this , thanks again x

 

[talkingpeanut]

Can you post photos of mom and kitten? Do you think he is premature?

Are you able to keep mom inside and 100% away from intact males?

 

[smudgersmum]

Hi talkingpeanut heres a picture, no I think they were 66 days , but no worries on the spaying she will be done as soon as vet says she can , no excuses, I should know better , he's the one laid stretched out x

 

[Sarthur2]

smudgersmum

This is pitiful. Can you go to an emergency vet for antibiotics?

 

[smudgersmum]

If you think it will work , I will ring them x

 

[Sarthur2]

I think it may help if it's not too late, or they can humanely euthanize.

Please update after your visit.

 

[maddies momma]

I think it's important that this kitten sees a vet. Probably all of them should to make sure they won't come down with the same thing . Do you have a bulb syringe or any kind of syringe? Or even a turkey baster? You can put it up against the nostrils one at a time and gently try to suction out any fluids. Suction only a small amount at a time you don't want to be too forceful!

 

[Sarthur2]

I urge caution when trying to suction a kitten on your own.

I do agree that you should watch to see if the other kittens begin to get sick.

 

[smudgersmum]

The kitten didn't make it , I'm sorry I felled the kitten and I'm sorry I felled any members , but mostly I'm sorry I felled my cat , the other kittens are doing well , and the vet will see them anytime, but hopefully won't need to ! Thanks for everyone's help x

 

[Sarthur2]

I'm so sorry. RIP little kitten. Run free!

 

[kashmir64]

I am truly sorry. You didn't fail any of them.