My kitten has dehydratin n vets closed 2day what should i do?
Check your phone book for an emergency vet. Also, you can call your vet’s office and usually they have a recorded message giving you instructions on who to contact for an emergency. Dehydration is very serious in kittens and can be fatal. Cat Dehydration – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment of Dehydrated Cats What is dehydration? Also known as hypohydration is a serious & potentially life threatening condition which is defined as excessive loss of water & electrolytes (minerals such as sodium, chloride & potassium). Most animals are made up of around 60% water. When the water ratio falls 5% below normal, cats will start to show signs of dehydration. Dehydration requires veterinary attention immediately. Failure to do so may result in death. What are the causes of dehydration in cats? •Vomiting & or diarrhoea •Sickness – A sick cat may go off it’s food & water & therefore not receive enough fluids & become dehydrated. •Increased urination – Medical conditions such as diabetes & renal failure
