12 Week Old Kitten with "Cold"

by rachel
(ohio)

QUESTION:

My 12 week kitten has been sneezing alot and it looks like she could have a cold starting in her eye. i was wondering if htere was some kind of home rem.that could work,or something over the counter.


THX,
Rachel


Dear Rachel,

I'm sorry, but it is not safe to try to treat a kitten with a cold with human over-the-counter medications. Most of the pain killers and antihistamine/decongestants will kill a kitten or a grown cat. Never give a cat anything without checking with a vet. There are SO many drugs for people or dogs that are very dangerous for cats.

In addition, young kittens can become very sick with "colds". They can even lose part or all of their eyesight and can die if they're not eating or drinking. Sick kittens should see a vet right away.

Thank you for writing.
Dr. Neely