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My 6-week-old kitten has a low pulse and sleeps all the time.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 5 lbs

i have a 6 week old kitten, & her pulse is only 68. she sleeps all the time & never plays

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on July 10th, 2019

Oh dear! This is very concerning - it sounds like your kitten is very sick. I would recommend taking her to a veterinarian immediately to be seen. He/she can do some diagnostic testing if needed to help determine what's wrong and see what kind of treatment is needed.

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