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My 3-month-old kitten is tiny and has severe watery diarrhea. Why?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Bombay | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 25 days old | 1lb

Hi we found ash and his brother about a month ago his brother has grown twice the size but ash is about 3 months old and he is the size of a 3 week old kitten. Why is that? He has resently cought something that is making him have diarriah that looks like water constantly and hurts him really bad. Now he is walking and has been pooping without knowing. Do you know what is wrong with my baby? We are trying to get to the vet but its going to be a while and we dont have much money. Thank You.

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 15th, 2017

Poor Ash! He could have a parasite, infection, congenital abnormality, etc. He really needs to be seen by a vet as soon as possible. Your vet can test a stool sample to help determine the cause and then prescribe medications to treat. You could try to find a low cost clinic or try the Humane society in your area and see if they can help. Hope he feels better soon!

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    Answered By Jenny, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on February 24th, 2018

    At her age this can be from an infection or intestinal parasites. It may be food related also. There are no medications safe to give cats over the counter. You can get a dewormer from pet supply store to give that and pick up a feline probiotic to help to add to her food. Her vet will need to check a fresh stool sample to check for any bacteria or other parasites that may need an antibiotic to further help.

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    Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

    Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

    Published on February 1st, 2018

    Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Diarrhea or loose stools can be observed with conditions such as colitis, gastroenteritis, dietary indiscretion, intestinal parasites, among many other possibilities. I recommend that you have Bailee evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They may choose to check for parasites and to start medications for diarrhea depending on the results. Good luck! Hoping for a speedy recovery!

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 9th, 2020

    If they all have it, it could be due to something like intestinal worms. It's concerning this diarrhea won't go away, and they can easily become dehydrated from it. I'd take them into the vet first thing in the morning to get the cause of the diarrhea diagnosed so they can be treated. I hope this helps!

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