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8 day old kitten

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Question
PLEASE HELP I HAVE A 8 DAY OLD KITTEN AND HES EATING GREAT,BUT THE LAST 5 DAYS HES HAD NO BOWEL MOVEMENTS HES NOT FUSSY HE DON'T SEEM TO BE BLOATED EITHER I'VE EVEN GIVE HIM MINERAL OIL IN HE'S MILK AND THAT HASN'T HELP WHAT ELSE DO I DO

Answer
Crystal,

Is mama still taking care of the kitten?  If so, she is pottying the kitten and taking care of most of the bowel movements.

What kind of milk are you giving him?  I would have him on something like Justborn or KMR, maybe cut with a bit of unflavored pedialyte.

Normally, kittens do have bowel movements once a day, but, I would consult with a vet before doing much more yourself.  It is possible that this kitten has a medical problem and a vet visit may be in order.

Best regards... Norm.