Why is my cat walking funny in his rear legs?
My cat is about 2 years old and has not been able to have My cat is about 2 years old and has not been able to have control of his hind legs the last few days. We have checked for ticks because he is a indoor/outdoor cat and have not found any at all.
What are the symptoms of weak back legs in cats?
Weak and stiff back legs in cats can come on suddenly, or more gradually. Symptoms that you may notice include: Lameness (limping) Struggling to stand; Slow or stiff walking; Unsteady back legs; Holding a leg off the floor while standing; Dragging the back paws; Legs giving out or collapsing; Paralysis – unable to move the legs at all
What should I do if my cat’s back legs are not working?
For example: 1 If your cat’s bed is high up, move it to the floor 2 Give your cat soft bedding and blankets to sit on 3 Keep your cat’s food and water bowls at ground-level 4 Implement short, gentle play sessions 5 Discourage your cat from climbing and vigorous activity 6 Use a low-sided litter tray 7 Gently massage your cat’s legs More …
How old is my cat when he can’t stand on his hind legs?
My cat Tux is 13 months. He is one of seven cats here, three of which are his siblings and one his mother. When he was around 10 months old … read more My 17 year old kitty was just sitting on my desk when he couldn’t stand on his left hind leg. It is stretched out, not retracted. He doesn’t mind when I rub … read more
My cat is about 2 years old and has not been able to have My cat is about 2 years old and has not been able to have control of his hind legs the last few days. We have checked for ticks because he is a indoor/outdoor cat and have not found any at all.
My cat Tux is 13 months. He is one of seven cats here, three of which are his siblings and one his mother. When he was around 10 months old … read more My 17 year old kitty was just sitting on my desk when he couldn’t stand on his left hind leg. It is stretched out, not retracted. He doesn’t mind when I rub … read more
Why does my cat have trouble standing up?
Once you notice your cat is having trouble standing up, it is important to watch for the other signs of vestibular disease. A cat who is suffering from loss of balance may also display the following symptoms: The symptoms of vestibular disease may be related to another condition, such as an inner ear infection or head trauma.
Why do kittens fall over all the time?
Cerebellar hypoplasia is a disease of the cerebellum, the brain part that controls movement and coordination. Kittens can be born with this condition if their mothers were exposed to distemper while pregnant, causing damage or underdevelopment to the cerebellum.
