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Why is my kitten suddenly sick, vomiting, lethargic, and dry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 21 days old | 3 lbs

My kitten has come across as poorly very quickly she's wet herself 4 times within 2 hours and has vomited she's very lethargic and when I try to open her mouth to stop free her water her tounge is stuck to the roof of her mouth and is very dry???

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 10th, 2017

Poor Winnie! She could have an infection or parasite causing the problem. She sounds very sick so she really should be examined and treated by a vet. Your vet can run some tests to help determine the cause and then prescribe medications to treat. It sounds like she is dehydrated so she will also need some fluids to help re-hydrate her. Hope she feels better soon!

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