My stray kitten has anemia and stomach problems. What should I do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 700 lbs
First of all thank you so much for the previous help by Dr.Melanie BVSC MS from NZ.We have got a baby boy named Jerry who is a stray kitten.Though he is not yet vaccinated or dewormed but we came to know that he is animic and has got gastric problem.We have started feeding him wet packeging food of Tuna fish, milk and dry food also and sometimes home cooked fish.But we are really worried for his health and our hygiene as he is not yet vaccinated or dewormed.Kindly suggest what needs to be done.
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Published on April 20th, 2019
You are so welcome! I'm glad I was able to help you before. Jerry could be anemic from the heavy infestation of fleas, and anemia is fatal without treatment. Be careful with the milk, as cats are lactose intolerant, and milk gives them GI upset. I would take him into a vet today to have this anemia treated. Once he is better, he can get vaccinated and dewormed. Best of luck.
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Published on October 15th, 2018
I am sorry to hear about Jeff! It sounds like he is slowly improving. You don't mention if your vet offered any forms of treatment. Things that may be considered would include blood transfusions, intravenous fluids, bloodwork to check for kidney or liver abnormalities that may need treatment, and appetite stimulants which are available as well as high energy diets such as Hills A/D which can be syringe fed if needed. I woud ask your vet if they offer any of these services for your kitty and if they do not offer any options for treatment I would seek a second opinion.
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