What should I do if my cat hurt his leg?
Speaking of the leg injury, let’s talk about that limping. The treatment that your cat received should have been sufficient to address a minor soft tissue injury or muscle strain.
How can I tell if my cat’s leg is sore?
If he can put weight on it then watch his whole body when he walks’. Gently touch your cat’s legs because you may feel some heat coming from the sore one and look at him when he is standing still as he may use the normal leg to lean on which would indicate the other side was painful.
Can a cat fight injury heal on its own?
it can be difficult to spot small puncture wounds, so keep a close eye on your cat and if you see any signs of infection developing such as heat, swelling, pain, lethargy or fever then contact your vet Will cat fight injuries heal on their own? Unfortunately, cat fight injury wounds often end up septic.
How can you tell if your cat has had a fight?
Your cat has had a fight, but there aren’t any bite marks. Puncture wounds heal very quickly so there is often nothing to see or feel. The most common sites of bites are on the head, forelimbs or at the base of the tail. If cats have been bitten on a limb, the leg is usually painful and lameness is seen.
What should I do if my cat has a sore leg?
Most cats will pull the leg back when you reach a sore spot. Work your way up the limb, identifying areas of tenderness by applying gentle pressure on each part of the leg. Note areas of swelling. Bend and flex joints.
What should I do if my cat got a wound from a fight?
Sterilize the wound with a disinfectant. Then the wound should be treated with a topical ointment that contains antibiotics. Cover the wound with bandages, to make sure the cat doesn’t lick the wound and the antibiotic cream. If your cat has been involved in a fight with an unvaccinated cat, he should get a rabies shot.
What should I do if my cat pulls his leg back?
Most cats will pull the leg back when you reach a sore spot. Work your way up the limb, identifying areas of tenderness by applying gentle pressure on each part of the leg.
What can I put on my Cat’s sprained leg?
You can put ice cubes in a bag, use frozen vegetables, such as peas or a commercial cool pack. Place the ice or cool pack on the sprained leg while your cat is resting.
