Cat Not Putting Weight On Leg

If the carrier has a removable top take it off and gently lower the cat into the carrier.

Cat not putting weight on leg. There is no swelling. If he can put weight on it then watch his whole body when he walks. Some injuries heal naturally while more serious trauma may need medical treatment.

But from what you have described because he is so sore and so quiet it does sound like he should have a vet visit. The most common reason for a cat to be limping is if she has suffered a bite wound from another cat. Issues with the forelimb can occur due to some form of trauma like a road accident or fall or even landing wrong after a jump.

Start Date Mar 25 2018. I do not have a vet yet in Pittsburgh. It is possible there is a hip or pelvis fracture or even a hip dislocation.

The thought of putting her in a carrier after the trauma they went thru moving and also perhaps injuring the leg more trying to get her in the carrier. All but 1 wiley Tom have been TNR. I care for a colony of 15.

Torn ligaments are difficult to heal and often require surgery. If you notice something off in your cats gait such as a limp or a hesitation to bear weight then they may have suffered a forelimb injury. He is sleeping a lot but no fever as his nose is wet.

Cats of any age can develop arthritis but its most prevalent among older felines. The last few days she has been sleeping on the bed and not moving around much. Your cat will exercise less and lose interest in playing.