I came home Saturday at 10 pm and when my outdoor cat (originally a stray) came to greet me, I noticed him limping. I have allowed him to stay inside for the past two nights, however his limp seems to be getting worse. I inspected his paw, and it appears to have two ulcers/sores that he has been licking. It looks like a little blood has dried around it. The wounds are directly above his paw joint,on the inside, and the joint itself is slightly swollen. He is avoiding putting pressure on that foot even when he is just sitting. He appears to be in some pain, as he is not as active, however, I am concerned about possible infection, and don't know what to look for. I live paycheck to paycheck, but I will bring him into the vet if I have to. Do I have to?
2006-11-06
01:50:36
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JLea
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