My kitten has fleas, is in pain, and underweight. What should I do?

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My kitten seems to be very small/underweight for her age. I believe it could have something to do with her being separated from him mother too early, but I’m not sure. I cannot figure out how old she is. Today, she started meowing and howling when I would touch her stomach and back foot. She clings to me and normally doesn’t care where I’m petting her. I’m worried she is in pain, but I don’t know for sure. I’ve been unable to get her fleas under control. I bathe her in Dawn dish soap. Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 2 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Leela. Try Frontline Spray. It's safe to use on kittens as young as two days of age. You will also have to disinfect the environment, as fleas live there, not on the kitten, and if you don't disinfect that, it will be a continuing source of fleas. Wash her bedding in hot soapy water, and vacuum the furniture and carpet surfaces. You can use a spray to kill fleas in the house, such as Indorex, or a flea bomb would work well to kill the fleas in the home. I'd also have her checked out by a vet today since it seems like she is in pain. Best of luck.

My kitten has fleas, is in pain, and underweight. What should I do?

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