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My cat's paw bone is exposed, no vet nearby. What's the emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 2 years and 8 months old | 1lb

Hi my cat have a very serious wound his paw is just showing his bones. He just lost all skin n everything plz suggest something here is no doctor where i take him for checkup plzzz suggest something. Waiting for ur reply. Thankyou

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on November 15th, 2016

Such a deep wound with the bones and tendons exposed requires surgical attention from a vet. Contact your nearest clinic or animal welfare charities for a full assessment as soon as possible. Severe infection of the bones could lead to loss of the leg if not treated appropriately

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