My kitten is weak and sleepy and not eating

It happens all too often — by the time an owner realizes her cat is sick, the cat is very sick.

Cats tend to hide their illnesses, and they even hide themselves when they’re ill.

How to treat a sick kitten without going to the vet

But many problems are best treated when they’re caught early, which means you are your cat’s most important health care provider. You’re the one who sees him every day and decides when he needs to see the veterinarian.

Don’t ignore what he’s trying to tell you — or trying not to tell you. Here are just a few of the clues you should look for.

Is he acting differently? 

The most common sign of illness in some cats is hiding in a quiet, out-of-the-way place.

Sick cats often lie quietly in a hunched position.

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Is my kitten sick or just tired

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They might neglect grooming. They may be purring, which cats do not only when they’re happy, but also when they’re sick or in pain. A cat with breathing difficulties may refuse to lie on his side and may keep his head raised.

Cats with neurological problems may be co

signs your cat is sick or in pain

symptoms your kitten is sick