Feline upper respiratory infections are common in cats and kittens,
especially from stray mothers, group housing, or shelter situations.
At first the infection is viral but in many cases bacteria invade and
produce nasal discharge, fever, and other signs. Kittens do not have a
fully developed immune system and are not as able to fend off
infections. Many kittens need antibiotics and supportive care. I
recommend having this kitten examined by a veterinarian. There is not
much you can do at home other than offer food, water, and clean the
nasal discharge off the nose.
especially from stray mothers, group housing, or shelter situations.
At first the infection is viral but in many cases bacteria invade and
produce nasal discharge, fever, and other signs. Kittens do not have a
fully developed immune system and are not as able to fend off
infections. Many kittens need antibiotics and supportive care. I
recommend having this kitten examined by a veterinarian. There is not
much you can do at home other than offer food, water, and clean the
nasal discharge off the nose.