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Expert: - 8/18/2011


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hi we have a cat who had kittens about 16 weeks ago, then the mum cat got pregnant again and had new kittens 3 days ago, but mum let the older kitten feed off her the night before the new ones were born and now the older kittens are bringing up bile and are not eating can you advise me on this thanks

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Hi Rona,

I don't think this is caused by feeding off the moms milk. Are the kits lethargic? If they are you need to get them to a vet.  What color is the vomit? Are the kits drinking any water? Is it just one episode of vomiting or are they constantly retching? How are the new kits doing? Are they vomiting? There is a lot of questions that need to be answered. Here is a good link about vomiting cats and what could be the cause of it. You need to narrow down the cause of the vomiting before you can figure out what the cure is.

http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/cliented/vomiting.aspx

http://www.2ndchance.info/vomiting.htm

Keep them away from the mom. Don't give them any food for a few hours. Give their stomachs time to relax. But make sure they have water available. And if they are vomiting alot, are lethargic, or have abnormal temperature, you need to get them to the vet ASAP. Hopefully they vomited from an upset tummy and are better by now. Good luck and take care.

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I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!

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I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care. Some thoughts to carry with you. A Cat's 10 Commandments My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. Give me time to understand what you want of me. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it. Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you. If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old. On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so. Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.

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