Is it normal for a kitten to have constipation after a tail amputation...or should I worry?

Question

My kitten just had his tail amputated yesterday after an attack [the vet said either a coyote or a racoon]. Overnight, he had diariah, but today he seems to be constipated. He has tried to p**p, but no success. My question is: is this normal? I mean this is only the day after the surgery. He has eaten a little bit and drank some water [probably not as much as he should be]. After the amputation, the vet gave him a penicillin shot and some antibiotics for me to give him twice daily.

Answer 1

Sound normal, whenever my kittens are on antibiotics they either have diarrhea or are constipated. Good Luck

Answer 2

VET

Answer 3

More than likely it is either a side effect of medicine or anestheia given at time at vets. If he doesnt deficate within a whole day call your vet to see him immediatly.

Answer 4

The combination of medicines might be causing the constipation.  I would suggest to increase his intake of wet food if possible.