Asper's babies are sick

[jenluckenbach]

Asper's babies started to sound congested and began sneezing last night about 8pm (of course, after vet hours) But I managed to track down some veteranary advice and they are on antibiotics. Ian is having a rough time of it. He has trouble breathing. His little nose is clogging up. Liam sneezes the most. I am doing all I can. Please pray for these little ones that they are strong enough to survive.

[Cataholic]

Prayers on the way Jen that these little ones will hold on!

[rg_girlca]

Oh Jen, I am so sorry to hear this.
Please God, you have enough kitties up there for now, please spare these ones and let them get well.

Prayers and positive thoughts on the way that these little ones are strong enough to survive and have a full and complete recovery.

[Steffi N]

I hope very much that these babies are strong enough to make it.

[Barbara]

Oh Jen, I keep all my fingers crossed for them:) Best wishes on their way.

[Lillycat]

all paws crossed at our house for you!!!!!

[jenluckenbach]

The babies seem to be making it through this. I had my doubts about little Ian (the tuxie) but they all appear to be holding their own. We still have a bit of sneezing and some sounds of congestion so it is not over yet. the best part (I think) is that mom did not catch cold so she is taking very good care of them all.

[Steffi N]

I hope the babies continue to improve and are all well soon.

[Killearn Kitties]

Keeping my fingers crossed for these little babies.

[krazyaboutkatz]

All fingers and paws are crossed here. I hope they continue to get stronger each day. Please keep us updated when you can.

[kimlovescats]

Hang in there wee ones!!!! Jen, do you know that you can use Little Noses children's nosedrops on the babies to help them breathe more easily?

Also running a vaporizer in their room is good. When their little noses are so yucky they sometimes won't eat / drink. Give them whatever they will take .... tuna juice, baby food, CatSip cat milk, etc. Good luck, and pm me if you need any help ... though I know you are probably more than prepared!!!;)

[jenluckenbach]

the babies are getting better, I think. only a bit of sneezing today. I think the worst is over. As soon as I can relax I will get new pictures of these precious babies :)

[jazzcat]

I'm so glad they are getting better and the worst seems to be over. I look forward to pictures.

[jenluckenbach]

Lilyana passed to the rainbow bridge :(:(:(

[Miss Meow]

I'm so sorry, Jen :(

Safe journey to the Rainbow Bridge, little Lilyana.

[Logan]

Oh, Jen, I am so sorry about Lilyanna. Keep us posted on the others, please. :(

[krazyaboutkatz]

Jen, I'm so sorry to hear about little Lilyana's passing.:( RIP sweetheart.

[jenluckenbach]

It has been 10 days since the kittens first showed cold symptoms and little orange Liam was still sneezing and congested so I took him in to the vet today.

He needs a few more days of antibiotics and I also got something that we can put in his nose to help him breathe (thank goodness).
I am also to supliment his nursing so he can catch up in size to his siblings.

[QueenScoopalot]

Have you ever tried Zithromax for kittens? A few years ago I had a nine year old mama cat from an idiot nearby, and there were 7 kittens. They were about 5 weeks old when they started to get very sick with probable pneumonia. It was Sunday, of course :rolleyes: and I gave the one that was on his way out gasping and almost to the point of no return, a tiny chip of Zithromax. The others also, but within 12 hours the little guy was up and feeling back to normal! :eek: I have used it with great success with other tiny ones that start getting that terrible congestion. http://www.users.bigpond.com/drdavid/zithromax.htm Here's one site I've found a while back regarding Zithromax and kitties. The liquid is easier to use if you have a number of sick kitties, but the drawback is it's only good for 10 days. I keep a few tablets on hand for kitties here.

[leslie flenner]

for zithromax!! that poor stray adult, Cheddar, that Jan took in was wheezy and after a week spiked a fever. She gave him a zithromax right away and by the next am, his fever and wheezing- GONE!!! Definately worth a try! My vet at the Feline Hospital has prescribed it recently for my Siamese who tested pos. for Bartenella (will stop his constant dental problems after all these years of extractions!). Give it a go and hang in there!!!

[rg_girlca]

Oh Jen i'm so, so sorry that I didn't see this earlier on the passing of little Lilyana.
My deepest sympathies go out to you, as I know how hard you are trying your best to get all these little ones back to good health.
(((((HUGS))))) to you for support.

[jenluckenbach]

but how do you get that? I assume through a vet?

[QueenScoopalot]

Originally posted by jenluckenbach
but how do you get that? I assume through a vet? Zithromax is available through pharmacies. Maybe you could ask your vet to look over the website, or do some research on it. Mine just write a prescription out and hand it to me. I hope it helps you get the babies over the hurdle. I'm sorry to hear about your babies who didn't make it here. They are over the Bridge. :(

[jenluckenbach]

Liam is having a tough time :(:(:(

How much KMR do I need to get into him (at 6 oz., 3 weeks old) daily to keep him alive if he has stopped nursing??

[Ally Cat's Mommy]

Sending special prayers for Liam!! Hang in there sweetie!!

[Steffi N]

Poor poor dear little Liam. I hope very much this wee one can make it. {{HUGS}} for you, Jen

[jenluckenbach]

RIP Liam (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=50962)