Liquid stool in a kitten: causes and treatment

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

Diarrhea is loose stools, either single or repeated. Why does it occur in a kitten? Now let's look at common causes.

What causes loose stools in a kitten

The reasons are as follows:

1. Overeating.
2. Inappropriate food for a kitten.
3. Individual intolerance to any products.
4. The mental state of the animal.
5. Poisoning.
6. Worm infestations.
7. Infectious diseases.
8. Intestinal pathologies.

Normally, food should be processed in the body in 6-7 hours. During the specified time, up to 79% of nutrients are absorbed in the intestines of the animal. Metabolic products accumulate in the large intestine. Further, correctly formed feces without inclusions are excreted through the rectum. If, for example, a kitten has diarrhea with blood, then this indicates a bacterial infection. However, we will talk about it later.

Overeating

In this case, intestinal peristalsis is increased, the liquid content accumulates in large quantities and, of course, therefore, does not have time to be absorbed into the blood, as a result, it passes into the rectum in the same state. As a rule, diarrhea caused by overeating occurs once, andtreated quite simply. It is enough to reduce the portion size.

Inappropriate Kitten Food

Diarrhea can cause:

• eating dead animals and live mice;
• expired products;
• sauces;
• spices;
• greasy and fried foods;
• poisonous plants.

Sometimes diarrhea is triggered by water changes. Therefore, always give your pet only the liquid he is used to.

Often, diarrhea in a kitten occurs when switching from mother's milk to regular food. It is necessary to transfer it to food unusual for him gradually, slowly adding it to milk. How to introduce new products so that the kitten does not begin to vilify? 2 months - this is the period when you first need to give him slightly diluted milk and milk porridge. And then gradually introduce other products.

Sometimes even minor changes in diet lead to diarrhea. This is especially true with non-natural breed cats.

Individual intolerance to any products

For each animal, there is a certain list of products, the use of which can provoke an allergic reaction and loose stools. In a kitten and an adult animal, dairy products very often cause a similar phenomenon. Since there is not enough lactose enzyme in the body. The following foods can also provoke diarrhea:

• cow meat;
• horse meat;
• fish;
• eggs (raw);
• corn;
• wheat seed;
• soy;
• some readyfeed.

To eliminate allergies, you just need to remove the unsuitable product from the diet of a cat (kitten). If the kitten is actually deficient in the lactose enzyme, dairy products should be removed from the diet. Her absence will not affect the he alth of the pet. The inclusion of fermented milk products in the kitten's menu is not prohibited, especially since they are usually digested well.

The mental state of the animal

Loose stools in a kitten can occur as a result of stress, and the most ordinary situations can provoke it: a trip on public transport, a dog barking, moving, etc.

To treat such diarrhea, it is enough to remove the irritating factor, and if this is not possible, then you just need to caress the animal and tell him what and how is happening. Cats are smart creatures and they will understand you perfectly.

Poisoning

Usually associated with both poor quality food and various substances (gasoline, tar, chemicals, lime, etc.). Cats are careful in their eating, and it is very unlikely that they will eat something like this on their own. But the kitten, 2 months old, has little experience, so he can try any "baka".

Harmful substances can get to the cat with improper care of her bowl (poor rinsing of the detergent). Poisoning with low-quality drugs prescribed by a veterinarian is also not excluded. The fault here, of course, is not the doctor, but the manufacturer of the drug: the product can befake, well, or expired (in this case, the claims are against the seller and yourself, because you need to carefully study the packaging).

If you find bloody diarrhea in your kitten, contact your veterinarian immediately. Because such violations can be associated with poisoning. Your cat may need an antidote. So don't delay.

Worm infestations

Invasive diseases are usually caused by worms and protozoa. Among these may be Giardia, isospores and others. If you see liquid stools in a kitten, and even with mucus and blood, these are definitely worms. Therefore, you need to contact the veterinarian, he will select the appropriate treatment.

Infectious diseases

Diarrhea in unvaccinated pets is far from harmless. And it raises a lot of questions from their owners. After all, it is possible that a cat may have one of the following infections: distemper, coronavirus infections, coronavirus enteritis, etc. These diseases are accompanied not only by diarrhea, but also by high fever, general depression, and vomiting. Seeing a similar picture? Go see a specialist right away! Otherwise, even death is possible.

Intestinal pathologies

Pathologies are different. These include: problems in the work of digestive enzymes, injuries of the intestinal mucosa, inflammation and cancerous tumors. Some kittens even get pancreatitis if the baby does not eat properly.

To determine exactly what disease an animal has, it is necessary to analyze the color, texture, smell, amount of bowel movements. Also important is the general he alth of the kitten. Exploringthe listed indicators, you can determine which part of the intestine is disturbed.

If the diarrhea in the animal lasts longer than 2 days - this is a reason to consult a doctor. Together with the feces, fluid leaves the body, which is fraught with dehydration and even death if help is not provided on time. You can try to give the cat a solution of "Rehydron": 1/6 of a sachet is diluted in water and given to a kitten (or cat). It is more convenient to do this through a syringe without a needle. After all, not every cat will agree to drink it just from a bowl, because it is s alty.

If a kitten has diarrhea with blood inclusions, and all this is accompanied by vomiting, a visit or call to the veterinarian is indispensable. Don't try to treat yourself!

The color of the stool is also important for diagnosis. Brown indicates food intolerance or allergies to its components, possibly poisoning with bad food or low-quality medicines. If the stool is light and the smell is unpleasant, this is probably a symptom of distemper. Specialist help urgently needed.

In any case, when going to the veterinarian, take some animal feces with you for research.

The kitten has loose stools. What to do?

When a cat has diarrhea for the first time, once, body temperature is normal, there is no weakness and loss of appetite, you can treat your pet with your own hands.

With loose stools, milk, carbohydrates and starch should be excluded from the animal menu.

It is necessary not to give the kitten food for 12 hours (foradult cats "diet" is extended up to 24 hours) - do not worry, they are not harmed by a short absence of food. Add more liquid.

After the specified time, the pet can be fed, but you need to give half the usual portion. When a kitten has diarrhea, it is allowed to feed him only light food (3 times a day, small portions). Allowed: boiled chicken and broth from it; boiled yolk; boiled rice, you can use chicken broth; baby meat puree. If the cat eats only ready-made food, then you need to purchase food of the usual brand, but marked "sensitive digestion".

As soon as the animal recovers, you can return to its usual menu.

Among other things, while the cat is sick, it is necessary to give her half a tablet of activated charcoal twice a day, which dissolves in ordinary boiled water. It is also necessary to give the cat a decoction of herbs: chamomile, St. John's wort or oak bark (they have an astringent and healing effect) 5 ml 3 times a day.

You can take the drug "Bactisubtil". 1/4 capsule dissolves in water, given 2 times/day. The drug is well tolerated by both adults and small animals. If it is not there, then "Smekta" (for children) is suitable, the dosage is 1/4 sachet 2 times a day. Additionally, give any prebiotic, preferably Bifidum, 1 dose per day before meals. Since the drug is designed for 5 doses, it must be stored in the refrigerator.

If after a couple of days the kitten (cat) does not feel better, take him (her) to the veterinary clinic for a doctor.

Conclusion

Now you know why a kitten has loose stools: we discussed the causes and treatment of this disorder in the article. We hope that the information presented to your attention was useful to you.