I'm trying an experiment, this morning

[Siwsan]

Tudor is kind of lethargic, this morning. I was afraid he might be going into 'failure to thrive' mode, which I guess isn't that uncommon for a 'runt'. BUT he is eating and drinking but just not as much as usual I took him out and he did run around for a bit.

Then I decided to give Dylan a really good flea combing and bring him in to the screened in porch with Tudor. Since the older kidcats are still keeping their distance, maybe Tudor is just lonely.

I'll give it a day and then get signed up on the waiting list at the vets, for Monday. If things look to be getting bad, I think there is an emergency vet a few miles from here. BUT he is eating and wants to snuggle so hopefully he just needs some 4 legged companionship.

[Polly Hennessey]

1. Now I am worried 😦 Hoping he just needs some down time.

Is that possible with kittens.

[niyad]

2. Sending vibes for healing and energy.

[Siwsan]

3. It's my understanding that not much can stop that process.

However, since he's meowing for me and crawling up to snuggle against my neck, I'm going to remain hopeful. He also ate some pate and I'm making sure he is hydrated by using an eye dropper to give him water.

He's been pooping and peeing so I know he's been eating. I just noticed, this morning, how lethargic he had become. I wonder if that flea bath I gave him triggered something. I might be beating myself up, soon, regardless of the outcome.

[Donkees]

4. Decreased appetite and lethargy may be signs of being overly stressed yesterday ...

The long grooming session, bath, the vacuuming, spraying, etc.

[Siwsan]

6. Fingers crossed that's what's going on.

All I know, for sure, is I won't be going anywhere without this little boy right by my side. I even miss his gnawing on my fingers!!

[Donkees]

7. His health reserves aren't as well developed yet, and it just takes longer for him to recover

[Siwsan]

8. My mind always races to the worst case scenario

I've worked so hard to keep this boy around.

I think I'll cry for a few minutes, take a deep breath and carry on. Well. Carry on as best I can with a kitten perched on the back of my neck.

[Donkees]

9. Whenever their regular routine is upset, or if you are upset, it increases their anxiety ...

Hope you both feel much better by the end of the day

[Rebl2]

10. My thought too

[Phoenix61]

5. He may have been catching up the past week or so from

the weeks his mom wasn’t doing such a great job with him.

[MacKasey]

11. How's Tudor doing this afternoon?

[Siwsan]

12. I've been giving him a home made Pedialyte, on advice from an experienced kitten rescuer

He's taking it down, just fine, and is sleeping quite soundly. He has been up and bumbling, just a bit. I might try giving him a taste of pate and then more if he will eat it.

I have a feeling I'll be up all night, just keeping an eye on him. He is in good voice, I'll give him that!

Hopefully this is just an off day for him. He's been through one hell of a lot over the past 10 or so days.