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My cat lost part of its tail. Is this an emergency? What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

What is wrong if piece of my cat tail fall off

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on March 23rd, 2015

Your cat may have had an injury to the tail that cut off the blood supply and that piece died. Your cat should be checked by your vet to see if there is any repair or further damage that should be addressed.

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