My kitten is sleeping more and eating less. Is she sick or growing?

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Hello, my kitten Nena is acting weird lately. This started happening about a day or so ago. She just started sleeping more often than playing. She's actually a shy and calm-ish cat, but she does play. I play with her ever so often so I know how much she plays. Not only that, but she also stopped eating and drinking water as much as she used to. I appreciate the help! Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 27 days old

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for visiting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I can understand your concern when you see changes with your kitty. I would be inclined to know just how much she is eating and if she has any fever, which can indicate infection. At this age she is transitioning to solid food and should be eating around 3-4 times a day. She should be on solid canned or dry kibble and eating roughly 1/4-1/2 can/cup at each feeding. She also may be growing so that could explain the extra sleep she is getting. If she doesn't have a fever (>102.5 degrees F rectal temperature), then I would consider all these changes a normal progression of a growing kitty. Also if she is eating roughy what I mentioned above. However if she does have signs of illness then a vet visit is recommended to determine what underlying issue is there so that she is treated appropriately. I hope your kitty is just fine and going through normal growth changes. . Best wishes and take care.

My kitten is sleeping more and eating less. Is she sick or growing?

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