Syringe fed kitten with constipation

[Pouncecat1]

Any remedies or ideas? He last pooped 2 days ago. Should we go to the vet for an enema?

He is eating 6 mls every 3 hours of kmr formula. We tried adding Pedialyte but backed off because he was peeing a lot and appears hydrated.

He probably just turned 1.5-2 week old. Eyes are open, ears still folded. He weighs 4-5 ounces. It's hard to accurately guess age. He was the sole survivor of his litter that was abandoned by mom.

My only concern at this point is the constipation. 6 mls every 3 hours seems like a lot of food for not pooping... Maybe go in tomorrow if no improvement?

 

[SwiftyC]

Any remedies or ideas? He last pooped 2 days ago. Should we go to the vet for an enema?

He is eating 6 mls every 3 hours of kmr formula. We tried adding Pedialyte but backed off because he was peeing a lot and appears hydrated.

He probably just turned 1.5-2 week old. Eyes are open, ears still folded. He weighs 4-5 ounces. It's hard to accurately guess age. He was the sole survivor of his litter that was abandoned by mom.

My only concern at this point is the constipation. 6 mls every 3 hours seems like a lot of food for not pooping... Maybe go in tomorrow if no improvement?

Try watering down the formula even more diluted for a few days n let his bowls start moving b4 going back to the original blend. But just like humans, if no type of BM for 3 consecutive days, yes take little baby to the vet!!

 

[Pouncecat1]

Good news. He had a normal bowel movement. Phew! I can't help but worry after losing his sibling to kitten fading syndrome. He is eating well though.

 

[SwiftyC]

That’s wonderful to hear!!! It just took a while for things to make it to the end!!! Good luck with that lucky little kitten to be found by some1 who cares!!!

 

[heatherwillard0614]

Yay!!!
He is lucky to have you
I'm really glad he pooped and he is fine. You will have to keep us posted on the little guys progress.

 

[StefanZ]

Its good to know exactly weigt. Not just 4 or 5 ounces.
Because knowing you have easier to give correct amount of food, and knowing exactly daily changes helps you to know if he is OK or not.

They should add 10+ grams a day; its 1/3 + oz a day.

 

[Pouncecat1]

No poop yet today. Hoping he poops again and doesn't get constipated.

 

[Sarthur2]

Try adding 2-3 drops of olive oil to each feeding. This usually softens things and keeps it moving.