CHOOSING A HEALTHY KITTEN
WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN CHOOSING A KITTEN The ears should be clean with no discharge. Constant scratching may be a sign of ear mites.
The eyes should be clear, bright, and free from discharge. the third eyelid should not be showing
The mouth and gums should be pale pink in color and the breath odor-free.
The nose should be cool and damp, without any nasal discharge or crusting around the nostrils.
The abdomen should be slightly rounded but not potbelied, which may be a sign of roundworms.
The coat is a good pointer to how healthy the kitten is; it should be glossy with no signs of fleas or dandruff
The rear should be clean, with no signs of diarrhea or any discharge from the genitals.
The tail must be flexible and has no kink (depending on the breed)or other deformity.
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