My kitten is weak, not eating, and gasping. Does it need a vet?

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Hi, I have a kitten that us having trouble walking, never see it eat or drink. Ive been giving it Pedialyte to,help with dehydration and meat flavored baby food for hunger becsuse it wont eat. Heavy gasping, open mouth breathing, agonized meow are other symptoms. My question is should I continue to help nurse it, or should I see what happens. I'm seeing no improvement after 3 days of trying to,be its mother.

Amy S. Eutsey, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Unfortunately, it really sounds like this kitten needs veterinary intervention. It sounds like it may have a serious respiratory problem, possibly pneumonia. Due to its young age, without professional help, it’s prognosis is grim. The kitten should be taken immediately to the closest veterinarian or emergency clinic for assistance.

My kitten is weak, not eating, and gasping. Does it need a vet?

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