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Why is my kitten's head tilted and can't hold its neck straight?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

I got a baby kitten someone was very mean to the kitten and now the kitten can't hold it's head up straight it holds it to one side , its eating good and plays ,it don't seem to be in pain , but the poor things neck just want hold up straight?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 20th, 2019

Journey is in pain if she can't hold her neck straight. Please do not give her any human pain medications as many are toxic to cats and are fatal if given. Take her into a vet first thing in the morning.

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