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My cat is limping on and off for days. When should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

CAT limping on and off for a few days

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 4th, 2017

Your cat has probably hurt himself either outside or inside the house while jumping. it could also be due to a fight with another cat outside that resulted in an infection. as it has been a few days already and without improvement, i strongly recommend that you take him to the vet in order to get the affected leg checked, he will probably need pain killers for a few days at the very least.

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