My kitten has soft, bloody poop with mucus. What can I do at home?

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PLEASE ANSWER! My 15 week old Sphynx kitten Petunia recently started to eat only hard food (taste of the wild, trout & salmon). She’s had off and on soft stools since the day i got her. She sometimes meows and growls when pooping. Today I seen she had soft runny poop with some mucus(?) and a little bit of blood I think!!! I’m freaking out and I have no money for a vet since I took our other cat a few days ago and it cost a lot. I’m so worried! I gave her some pure pumpkin to help. Please reply! Pet's info: Cat | Sphynx | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 16 days old

Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

I am very sorry to hear that Petunia is experiencing this issue, I am sure it is unsettling. From what you are describing, a soft bowel movement which becomes liquid and has fresh blood in it, it sounds as though Buddy has colitis, or inflammation of the last portion of the large intestines. There are several causes of colitis in cats, ranging from bacterial infections, parasite infestations, IBD, or ingestion of contaminated food. Since you have only noticed one such episode I would continue to monitor Petunia at home for the time being. Provide a bland diet of boiled boneless chicken breast for a few meals, then switch to a sensitive stomach diet preferable by royal canin or hills science diet as these two brands are veterinarian tested and approved. I would also suggest using a broad spectrum de-worming treatment. Here are some helpful links; https://www.petcoach.co/article/6-things-you-can-do-at-home-if-your-pet-has-diarrhea/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/most-common-causes-of-diarrhea-in-cats/ If the episodes continue, if Petunia becomes depressed, passes large amounts of blood, vomits, or seems very uncomfortable take Petunia to see her vet. I hope this answer was helpful and more importantly that Petunia feels better soon. Warmest regards to you both.

My kitten has soft, bloody poop with mucus. What can I do at home?

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