Why is my kitten weak and lethargic?

Digestive issues can present themselves in many ways. Your sick kitten may have vomiting, diarrhea, constipation or may become lethargic. Since kittens can be curious, it is possible that your kitty’s digestive issues are due to snacking on something she should not have eaten.

Why is my kitten so weak all of a sudden?

In fact, sudden lethargy in kittens is most commonly the result of a worm infection. If your cat is not eating much but seems fine, it may have worms. Respiratory Infection: Common respiratory infections can cause sudden lethargy and weakness in cats.

How do you save a dying kitten?

Resuscitate the kitten with CPR.

1. Clear the kitten’s airway of any obstructions.
2. Put your mouth around the kitten’s nose and mouth and give three small puffs of air.
3. If your kitten is not breathing but has a heartbeat, only offer rescue breaths and skip chest compressions.
4. Feel the kitten’s chest for a heartbeat.

How can I save my dying kitten at home?

What does a lethargic kitten look like?

A healthy cat who’s just sleepy will react to your touch; he’d open his eyes and maybe move a little bit before falling asleep again. A lethargic cat, on the other hand, doesn’t react to your touch or to any stimuli. He won’t stir when you open a bag of cat food.

What can you give a lethargic kitten?

If your kitten seems weak and tired, rub sugar water, karo syrup, or honey on her gums to boost blood sugar and then call your vet, Demos says. “A kitten with low blood sugar can die very quickly. It won’t hurt to give your kitten a little bit of sugar.”

Can I still save a dying kitten?

Place the kitten in a box with plenty of bedding immediately. If a kitten is on the verge of death, it needs all the body heat it can manage. A box with some bedding will keep it safe and warm until you begin your next step in the rescue process.