Kitten limping on back leg when walking, but runs fine. What's wrong?

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I found a bunch of stray kittens while walking my dog they scattered like mice when they saw me I caught one who was limping she looks around 10 weeks old she can't put weight on her left back leg as soon as she puts weight on it her back end drops but when she runs she can put weight on it u can't even tell she has a bad leg she can run jump climb only when she walks u can see the limp but when she runs u can't see any limp she doesn't seem in any pain what's wrong with her

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

It's possible the kitten has an injury to the leg such as a sprain or break, or even an infection under the skin causing the limp. Deformities to the leg from birth may also cause a visible limp as well as muscular or neurologic issues. If the kitten is in your care, it would be best to bring her to a vet ASAP or to a local shelter so that she can receive medical treatment.

Kitten limping on back leg when walking, but runs fine. What's wrong?

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