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» ThatCrazyCatLady - how long does it take?

In response to how long does it take? posted by texjules1984:

hmmmm I wouldn't normally be concerned except for the kitten throwing up a worm. I've never seen one do that, and yes, he might have thrown up the medicine, too.

In my experience, it has only ever taken a couple of days for the kitten to pass the worms after getting medicine. Then if it was a bad case, the vet might want to check the kitty again at 10 days or might just wait until their next set of shots.

I wouldn't wait to take him back to the vet if he is still dehydrated and weak though! Call first thing Monday morning and let them know the kitty is still ill.

In the meantime, it is important to get the kitten hydrated!! Maybe you can get him to eat some canned food or get a children's medicine dropper and drop water into the kitten's mouth a little at a time. If he continues to be dehydrated, you might take him to the emergency vet - dehydration can take a kitten quickly!

Also, I would probably separate the 2 kittens until I knew this one was okay.

I hope the best for your kitty! Please let us know how things go - I'll keep the little one in my prayers!

-- posted by ThatCrazyCatLady