My cat had kittens, now she's vomiting, has diarrhea, won't eat. What's wrong?

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My cat is about a year old, just had a litter of kitties, 5 weeks ago. 3 days ago, she threw up, then last night she threw up twice and had diarrhea. She won't eat today, only drinking and is moving around very slow. Should I only give her water and should she still nurse her kitties? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | 11 months old | 4 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, & thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I am afraid it sounds as if Jewel has picked up an infection, or she is just worn out from nursing & cleaning up after the kittens. I would not let her nurse the kittens, to decrease contamination if this is contagious, & to prevent a further drain on her resources. It would be best to have her seen by your veterinarian, not only to start treatment for her, if necessary, but to hopefully prevent the kittens from becoming ill. Cats can not go very long before they become even sicker. 3 days without food, & she could be in trouble. The kittens are old enough to eat on their own. Encourage them to do so until you see how Jewel is faring. I hope she is feeling better soon. Take care.

My cat had kittens, now she's vomiting, has diarrhea, won't eat. What's wrong?

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