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Hi Desertrose,

I am so sorry for your loss. Without an autopsy, it is impossible to say what might have killed Talla. It is even possible it could have been from something like distemper. I would clean the sheets in very hot water, if you haven't already and wipe down any areas you can with bleach.

I am a bit concerned about the infected area behind the mother cat's ear. I think you should take her to the vet. Infection can get into her bloodstream and be fatal if left untreated. It's possible an infection was in the milk, I suppose, and caused the kitten to grow ill. Better safe than sorry.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

just yesterday, our kitten named Talla died, and thanx to a friend of mine, we now know why. SPaz, her mothre, has something behind hre ear that has pus coming out of it each time it is pinched. I know that it got into her milk and killed Talla now. we sprayed my room down, we have extra food dishes that can be used. before she started to get sick, Talla slept on my bed and my pillow. i changed the sheets and every thing, but should i also spray them down?

-- Contributed by: Desertrose

Hi CMH,

I wish I had better news, but the distemper virus can remain in your home for up to a year, especially if the kitten has been all over the house. I would thoroughly clean any and all items the kitten directly used with bleach, or preferably throw them out. And I'd wait before getting another kitten. You might want to discuss the possibility of rescuing an adult cat with your vet, as they are typically less susceptible.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

I recently had a kitten to die of distemper. It broke my heart. How long should I wait before bringing another kitten into my home.

-- Contributed by: CMH
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