Hi guys! I’ve been browsing through several forums in hope to read through some advice of similar cases & i think this is best forum by far! Apologies for the long post!
My kitten has been having URI since approx 9 days ago, brought him to the vet, was given artificial tears & antibiotics. Vet said to keep antibiotics as the last resort as it’s not very ideal for small kittens (im actually glad to hear that as i personally am against antibiotics/meds for my pets even for myself & my kid. I’d rather they build their own anti-body/immune system)
Vet advised to monitor if momma cat is feeding him as he can get her anti-body from her milk. She obviously passed URI to him but she’s self-recovered, Vet said that’s good meaning she has her own anti-body.
Kitten is smaller than his sister, still playing and walking fine just less active than his sis. He’s extremely congested and difficulty breathing. When you hold him you can feel how heavy his breathing is and you can feel his chest is very congested.
We are currently syringe feeding him with something from the vet to help increase the immune system and that’s it. Should i really start giving him antibiotics or is there any other way to treat him -naturally? We cleared his eyes regularly and keep a warm pack near his playpen and a humidifier too. His eyes is better only his breathing and congestion have not improved. The poor boy is even sleeping with his head up, i have to scrunch up the blanket so he can rest his head on it so it’s elevated 🙁
Note: He’s purely feeding from momma, no KMR & not weaned yet.
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