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My nursing cat has diarrhea. What should I do for her and her kittens?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female

My cat is depressed and possibly have been traumatized before, she has 6 kittens which are 5 days old and also has diarrhea but it was only today so i'm not sure if she has an illness yet or anything in that matter. I'm very worried about the kittens and my cat do you have any suggestions and tips about what to do about all of this?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 19th, 2017

The diarrhea could be caused by an infection, parasite, or possibly from something she ate. Your vet can test a stool sample to see if she has a parasite and then prescribe medication to treat. She may need some fluids to prevent dehydration, especially because she is nursing kittens. You may need to remove her from the kittens and clean her up if she has diarrhea on her. Call your vet an have her seen tomorrow as soon as possible. If she has a parasite then the kittens will need to be dewormed, as well. Hope she feels better soon!

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