A kitten's body temperature is considered normal between 38.5°C and 39.5°C. Under normal circumstances, the body temperature of a kitten is higher than that of an adult cat. It is considered to be related to the surrounding environment, and the body temperature will gradually increase after exercise, which is within the normal range. Inside, the owner does not need to worry too much. If the kitten's body temperature drops or rises, it may be a fever caused by disease, such as bacterial and viral infection, and targeted measures need to be taken in time. If the abnormality in body temperature is serious, it is recommended that the owner take the kitten to a regular pet hospital for treatment in time to avoid delaying treatment time and affecting body temperature control.
1. What is the normal range of a kitten’s body temperature?
There is a certain difference between the body temperature of an old person and that of a kitten. The normal body temperature of a kitten is between 37.5℃ and 39℃. The body temperature of cats will increase significantly, while the body temperature of adult cats is on the low side. When a kitten exercises, it will cause an increase in the body's body temperature, which is normal. When the body returns to calm, the body temperature will return to the normal range.
2. Why does the kitten have a low body temperature?
If the kitten’s body temperature is below 37°C, it means that the body has a low fever, which may be caused by bacterial or viral infection. You need to use a warm towel to wipe your body to achieve a cooling effect, and you also need to take antibiotics and antiviral drugs under the guidance of a doctor.
3. Why does the kitten have a high body temperature?
If the kitten’s body temperature is higher than the normal value, above 39°C, it means that the body has a high fever, usually in the upper body. Caused by respiratory infection, it may also cause symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, etc. You need to follow the doctor's advice to take antiviral medication. If the body temperature continues to not return to normal, you need to follow the doctor's advice to take antipyretic medication.
IV. What are the daily care methods
It is necessary to measure the body temperature of kittens regularly in daily life. If the body temperature decreases or increases, attention needs to be paid and further measures should be taken. If you have not fully returned to normal after taking measures, you need to go to the hospital for treatment in time.
