my cat is limping?

Question

should I wait or take it to the vet

Answer 1

If it just happened, wait a few days and if it's getting worse or doesn't seem to be going away then call your vet or take it in. My cat was limping a few months back, but it pretty much went away in the next day or 2. It could be like a person, maybe the cat jumped or landed wrong, stepped on something sharp, etc. If it doesn't hurt the cat, you could try to look at the bottom of the hurt foot, make sure nothing is in it like a sliver or something.

Answer 2

First check the paw; it may be something obvious like a torn nail or a thorn. If you can't find anything it depends a bit on the situation. If he's limping big time, not putting weight on it at all, I'd go see a vet right away but if it's a very minor limp you might wait a bit. What I did when my cat limped was call in, actually I called for an appointment but when I described the slight limp the vet said just to wait until the next day and keep him from jumping on/off high objects. And indeed the next day it was over. A call may be a good start in your case too (well, after checking for the obvious thorn) depending on the severity. There might be a difference in where it seems to be coming from too; is he keeping the limb straight, bent, does it appear to come from the shoulder, elbow or foot... those things you can discuss with your vet in more detail than here.

Answer 3

Since there can be many possible causes, I would take it to the vet. It may be possible to avoid a serious problem if you act quickly. This is good to remember when dealing with cats and dogs - they live 'on the edge' more than we realize. So any abnormal behavior, including significant changes in eating habits, lack of desire to do things they did days before, and limping or lethargy should be looked into quickly.

Answer 4

Limping is not a normal behavior. Typically cats (as well as other animals) hide their illnesses or injuries so other animals won't attack them. If they allow you to see something is wrong, I would take it as a serious sign and take them in for an exam by a veterinarian. There are several reasons for limping, ranging from sharp objects in the paw, to a hormonal problem, to a broken bone or injured limb, to parasites, to neurological disorders... only a veterinarian who has examined your cat can give you a definitive answer, a plan for treatment, and help in preventing or alleviating any pain or discomfort your cat is feeling.

-RVT

Answer 5

recently my cat hurt his foot i noticed he was limping and it was swollen i let him lay in the house for a few days most of the time he sleeped but i would bring him his food and water and let him out to use the bathroom after about 5 days he was walking again and now its totally better
so if you have money or if it looks serious go to the vet if you think its something you can treat then do so

Answer 6

first look at your cat's legs if you see any bleeding or blood cots you should take it to the vet if you don't see anything but it gets worse in one or two days you should take it to the vet

Answer 7

TAKE HER TO THE VET NOW it might be as little as a simple splinter in the paw but it can also be a sprian or worse so take it form sombody who knows.. best of luck!!!

Answer 8

you need to take your cat to the vet right away dont wait!then it might get worse.

Answer 9

HI
Check its paw for stickers or objects, if there isn't any take him to the vet it could be a broken bone.
LAmmy

Answer 10

Take your cat to the vet.
I hope your cat gets better :)