How do you take a cats temperature?

Answer 1

Hi there...cat's temperature is taken rectally. Here are two websites which shows the steps on how to do this:
http://cats.about.com/cs/catmanagement101/ht/take%20temp.htm
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=2&cat=1670&articleid=1082

Answer 2

Feeling the ears or fur for warmth is not an accurate method of determining your cat's body temperature. True, a very high fever will make a cat's ears and fur feel warm, but so will a patch of sunlight or the warmth of a waterbed. To accurately measure body temperature, use a rectal thermometer, either a regular glass-mercury type or a digital model from a drug store.

With a standard rectal thermometer, shake down the mercury to a level below 96ºF (35.6ºC). Lubricate the bulb with a small amount of petrolatum or K-Y jelly. Lift your cat's tail and insert the tip of the thermometer into the anus. Push the thermometer forward at an angle approximately parallel to the spine until it is inserted about halfway. If you meet resistance, apply gentle, firm pressure, rotating the tip or modifying the angel until the anal sphincter relaxes and the insertion is complete. Leave the thermometer in place for 1½ to 2 minutes. Protect the thermometer from breaking by holding it in place or cupping your hand around it. Should it break, don't try to remove the fragment. Your cat will probably expel it himself within a short time. Call your veterinarian and let him know the situation, as your cat may need professional assistance.

Newer digital thermometers have the advantage of being unbreakable. They come with disposable, pre-lubricated plastic sheaths to protect the probe and make cleaning easier. Follow the instructions for use that comes in the package, for these thermometers may differ slightly between manufacturers. The process for insertion, however, is the same as for a glass thermometer.

Some cats show very little resistance to having their temperature checked. Kittens, cantankerous tomcats, and cats with experience to the procedure frequently object. You might have to have an assistant scruff or stretch out your cat to prevent injury and gain his cooperation.

The normal body temperature of a cat is 100.5º to 102.5ºF (38.0º - 39.2ºC). It may register higher if your cat is agitated when you check his temperature. Kittens less than three or four weeks of age cannot regulate their body temperatures well, and require close physical contact with their mother to stay warm. A body temperature of 96ºF (35.6ºC) is essential for normal digestion of milk.

Answer 3

Use a rectal thermometer. Push into the cat's rectum a little way - enough to completely "submerge" the silver head of the thermometer in rectum. Cat may fight you, so restrain him by wrapping his body (with all four legs) with a bath towel so that nly his head and butt protrude. Hold him gently but firmly. Once the cat realizes there is no escape, he'll be resisgned to your ministrations.

Answer 4

Rectally. The normal temperature is between 100.5 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Suggestion, wrap the cat in a towel with it`s backend exposed so you do not get scratched.

Answer 5

Of course what everyone forgot is LUBE. You can't just have the cat bend over for a dry poke.

No one likes that...

May be helpful if you bought it dinner and a few drinks first too.

Answer 6

you need a 3 second thermometer the faster the better place it in the rectum and in 3 seconds you will have your answer...make sure you mark that thermometer as animals only

Answer 7

Buy an ear thermometer and have at it. You get two tries.

Answer 8

Stick a thermometer up its butt

Answer 9

stick a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the cat.

145 is medium rare, 160 is well done.

Answer 10

stick a thermometer in its butt