My foster kitten has diarrhea, bent paws, and cries. Is he in pain?

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Just brought this foster home. He has liquid diahrrea he can't seem to control and his paws are bent in a very weird way. He makes a shrieking cry when I'm in the room but not petting him which makes me wonder if he's in pain. The vet said maybe a defect or he's double jointed? Is it possible something is broken? If it is a defect or double jointed could it be causing him pain? Possible future complications? I've never seen anything like it. It's both his front paws. Back paws normal. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Male | unneutered | 27 days old | 1.2 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, what a sad little kitten. I hope the veterinarian is trying to help Allister with his diarrhea & limb deformity. He may need to be dewormed & placed on an antibiotic. The veterinarian should take x rays of those front legs to see if any bones have been broken or crushed, otherwise, very simple splints can be made to gently straighten out the front legs until the ligaments can heal. If this is not done soon, the kitten may be left with a permanent deformity. I think Allister is very stressed right now, hence the crying. He may be quite uncomfortable, but there are no medications that you can give at home to help. Please contact your veterinarian soon. thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My foster kitten has diarrhea, bent paws, and cries. Is he in pain?

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