Why is my cat hiding, not moving tail, and seems in pain?

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my cats tails isnt moving and he meows when i touch it he has also just been hiding under bed when usually he comes up onto bed straight away and gives me love but he hasnt done that . hes been just in his bed all day and usually hes out playing in the yard. Whats wrong with him? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Simba! If he isn't moving his tail and he meows when you touch it, I would be concerned that he has injured his tail, possibly even broken it. He could have also injured his back preventing him from moving his tail. I would keep him indoors tonight and take him into a vet first thing in the morning for a physical exam and x-rays. The vet can diagnose what is causing these symptoms so he can be treated. Likely he is hiding and not moving because he is in pain, which is why it's important to get him into the vet first thing in the morning. Please do not give him any human pain medications, as many are toxic to cats and are fatal if given. The vet can prescribe pain medications as needed. Good luck, I hope this helps!

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