My cat's tail is limp & warm. Should I take her to emergency vet?

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My cat's tail has been "hanging low" for the last few days. I thought it was doing better over the weekend but this morning it was barely moving at all. Tonight it seems better, responsive when I pet her, but i noticed her hindquarters seem warmer than normal. I was going to take her to the vet in the AM, should I take her to the emergency vet instead? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 13 years old | 10 lbs

Amber W · Accepted Answer

Hello and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! When a cat is holding their tail lower or not able to move it around normally it can indication an issue with the sacrum, an injury to the tail, or even a neurologic issue. If Dora seems to be acting otherwise normally (eating and drinking normally, walking normally and without a limp or stiffness, not hiding, still grooming, using the litter box normally) it may be okay to wait until tomorrow. However, this could be a sign of pain and heat can be from inflammation or infection. If you are concerned that Dora is in pain it may be worth it to make a trip to the emergency veterinarian for peace of mind. And certainly if Dora is not walking normally, not eating or drinking or having trouble urinating or defecating you should definitely see a veterinarian tonight. Good luck and I hope Dora is feeling better soon!

My cat's tail is limp & warm. Should I take her to emergency vet?

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