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Is My Kitten Sick?
I just adopted a kitten from my local shelter. She has runny eyes and sneezes a lot. What do you think is wrong with her, and what can I do to make her better?
—Janice
First of all, congratulations for going to your local shelter to adopt your kitten. It appears from your description that she has an upper respiratory infection—or a cat's version of a cold—which is not unusual. The first thing you should do is notify the shelter about your cat’s symptoms. You may be asked to bring her back to the shelter for treatment.
Just like with humans who get colds, some cats will be fine without treatment, while others may need it. It’s always best to have your kitten examined by a veterinarian to determine if medication is necessary. Be sure to get medical attention for your kitten right away if she stops playing or eating, seems lethargic or depressed, or if the discharge from her nose turns yellow or green.
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