chances are your little one has coccidia.  When you go into the vets bring a
stool sample.  it causes very loose stools, and those are most likely the
cause of the soar bum.  If you absolutely can't get to the vets , you can
try some plain yogurt and some canned pumpkin (NOT the pumpkin pie mix but
the pure pumpkin puree) it will not get rid of the coccidia, but it might
help your little firm up his stools a bit till you can get him in.

You might want to check with the vet to see if they will do a stool sample
and meds only before the visit.. (although this is now friday and the end of
the week - unless you meant next week)  If you have a vet you go to on a
regular basis, they might.

First -- You said that you got your kitten from a pet shop.  Did you
purchase the kitten, or was it a pet shop that gives household pets to
people?  If you purchased the kitten, is there any kind of warranty?  It may
be that the pet shop is obligated to pay a vet bill or provide some care.

Second -- You said you wormed the kitten.  Does this mean that you bought an
over-the-counter flea preparation?  If so, they are ineffective and often
unsafe.  When you do see a vet, be sure to ask about Advantage or Frontline.

Third -- I think it is essential for your kitten to be seen by a vet right
away.  Kittens can go downhill very rapidly.  You said that you don't get
paid until the end of the week.  Do you have a relationship established with
a vet?  If so, I suggest that you call and see if he or she would provide
care and let you pay with a post-dated check.  Also, most medical facilities
will accept credit cards.

Fourth -- There are better foods available than Whiskas.  Also talk to your
vet about that.  I know you waid that you only feed Whiskas kitten food and
"treasts."  What are the treats?  Does it include milk?  Milk will cause
diarrhea in many cats.

Good luck to you and your kitten.

MaryL
(take out the litter to reply)