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Why are my 2-week-old kittens dying? What can I do to save them?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female

We have 2 kittens that are 2 weeks old it started off with 5 but they have slowly been dying what do I do

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on August 5th, 2018

Take them into the vet immediately. Newborn kittens are very fragile, and if they become ill, they will go downhill quickly. Only a vet can diagnose what is causing them to die, and if there is a way to prevent that. Best of luck.

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