My new kittens are shaky with bald spots & sunken eyes. Are they okay?

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We have kittens born November 4th. One has a patch of fur missing on it's head and seems to be really shaky. A couple look like around their eyes is sunken in. They are fed by their mom there is also what looks like dirt around their mouths and eyes. Should I be worried

Kevin Sanada, DVM · Accepted Answer

The kittens appear to be in good shape for their age, but I would have to examine them to be sure. The dirt around their mouths appears to be just dirt. Kittens often get dirty mouths from trying to eat kitten food or from sucking on various things. The bald patch is abnormal and should be checked out by a veterinarian, because ringworm (a fungal skin infection) is a possibility and can spread to the other kittens and people. It's best to take them in for a vet exam for the sunken eyes and shaking. This could be normal, but could also indicate weakness and dehydration. I hope that helps and all is well with the new kittens.

My new kittens are shaky with bald spots & sunken eyes. Are they okay?

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