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My 18-week-old kitten is sleepy with runny nose and eyes. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Longhair | Female | unspayed

Hello my kitten is almost 18 weeks she is so much active in day and sometimes in night but 2 days ago she started to become littel more sleepy and she has light running nose and eyes as well, i have changed her sleeping place because of cold night any help will be appreciated thanks

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on December 6th, 2018

Max may have an upper respiratory infection. If he is really lethargic, has a decreased appetite, or the nasal discharge is yellow or green, he should get checked out by a vet. As with all viruses, they need to run their course. But there are some medications that may help with the symptoms, as well as supplements like L-lyisine that can make the symptoms go away a little sooner.

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