My new kitten has soft stools. Should I be concerned about her health?

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Hi! I have recently adopted a kitten from my local humane society. I have been feeding her Hill's Science Diet dry Kitten formula- this is what she was fed in the shelter as well. Over the last day or so, I have noticed her stools becoming very soft but not quite runny or too liquid-y. Should I be concerned? Or is this normal with the food's content? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | spayed | 2 months and 12 days old | 2.7 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Congrats on your new kitten! Since Stella was on Hill's before, it's not likely the cause of her soft stools. Intestinal parasites are common in young kittens, and that could be a cause of her soft stool. Check with the shelter to see if she has recently received a deworming treatment, and if she has not, I would give her one. If she is up to date on her deworming treatments, keep an eye on her stools and if they become diarrhea, have her seen by a vet. Best of luck, I hope this helps.

My new kitten has soft stools. Should I be concerned about her health?

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