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My cat's tail was pinched in door, now it's tender. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

 my cats tail was briefly pinched in a door. His reaction was brief. The last 2 inches of the tail is tender to the touch.

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on March 8th, 2015

Keep an eye on it and give it some time. If the pain gradually recedes and your cat acts fine, then good. If it remains painful, if it is set at an odd angle or if your cat is reluctant to move it, it the tail tip gets dry, hard or gets infected, then get him seen by your vet right away.

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    Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 13th, 2019

    If the tail is moving and she isnmot painful i would continue to monitor at home. Tail injuries are prone to clots and can cause blood supply to be cut off so monitor the tail tip for any signs of being cold or stiff for the next few weeks

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