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Siwsan

(27,286 posts)
Sat Aug 26, 2023, 08:14 AM Aug 2023

I'm trying an experiment, this morning

Tudor is kind of lethargic, this morning. I was afraid he might be going into 'failure to thrive' mode, which I guess isn't that uncommon for a 'runt'. BUT he is eating and drinking but just not as much as usual I took him out and he did run around for a bit.

Then I decided to give Dylan a really good flea combing and bring him in to the screened in porch with Tudor. Since the older kidcats are still keeping their distance, maybe Tudor is just lonely.

I'll give it a day and then get signed up on the waiting list at the vets, for Monday. If things look to be getting bad, I think there is an emergency vet a few miles from here. BUT he is eating and wants to snuggle so hopefully he just needs some 4 legged companionship.

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Siwsan

(27,286 posts)
3. It's my understanding that not much can stop that process.
Sat Aug 26, 2023, 08:52 AM
Aug 2023

However, since he's meowing for me and crawling up to snuggle against my neck, I'm going to remain hopeful. He also ate some pate and I'm making sure he is hydrated by using an eye dropper to give him water.

He's been pooping and peeing so I know he's been eating. I just noticed, this morning, how lethargic he had become. I wonder if that flea bath I gave him triggered something. I might be beating myself up, soon, regardless of the outcome.

Donkees

(32,395 posts)
4. Decreased appetite and lethargy may be signs of being overly stressed yesterday ...
Sat Aug 26, 2023, 08:55 AM
Aug 2023

The long grooming session, bath, the vacuuming, spraying, etc.

Siwsan

(27,286 posts)
6. Fingers crossed that's what's going on.
Sat Aug 26, 2023, 08:57 AM
Aug 2023

All I know, for sure, is I won't be going anywhere without this little boy right by my side. I even miss his gnawing on my fingers!!

Siwsan

(27,286 posts)
8. My mind always races to the worst case scenario
Sat Aug 26, 2023, 09:09 AM
Aug 2023

I've worked so hard to keep this boy around.

I think I'll cry for a few minutes, take a deep breath and carry on. Well. Carry on as best I can with a kitten perched on the back of my neck.

Donkees

(32,395 posts)
9. Whenever their regular routine is upset, or if you are upset, it increases their anxiety ...
Sat Aug 26, 2023, 09:38 AM
Aug 2023

Hope you both feel much better by the end of the day

Phoenix61

(17,642 posts)
5. He may have been catching up the past week or so from
Sat Aug 26, 2023, 08:56 AM
Aug 2023

the weeks his mom wasn’t doing such a great job with him.

Siwsan

(27,286 posts)
12. I've been giving him a home made Pedialyte, on advice from an experienced kitten rescuer
Sat Aug 26, 2023, 04:45 PM
Aug 2023

He's taking it down, just fine, and is sleeping quite soundly. He has been up and bumbling, just a bit. I might try giving him a taste of pate and then more if he will eat it.

I have a feeling I'll be up all night, just keeping an eye on him. He is in good voice, I'll give him that!

Hopefully this is just an off day for him. He's been through one hell of a lot over the past 10 or so days.

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