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My kitten's meow is weak and raspy. Why is she sleeping so much?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

Why my kittens meow is weak and raspy . also her breathing can get a little rough when trying to purr or meow . And she sleeps a lot

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Answered By Oneal Bogan, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 2nd, 2017

Hello. It sounds like your kitten has a respiratory infection. Kittens are prone to lots of different infections but I would have her seen by your vet as soon as you can because she probably needs medication to clear whatever is causing the raspy breathing. There is also a chance she could have feline asthma and they can check for that with an x-ray. Best of luck to you and your kitten!

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