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My cat's back legs are weak, he ate a squirrel. Could it be rabies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Cat Is walking like his back legs are weak and also he hasn't had shots. he ate a squerriel last week Could he have rabies? he seems to be clumsy

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 18th, 2016

Neurologic signs like difficulty walking, unusual behavior and seizures are potential signs of rabies. If there is any concern I'd recommend taking him to a veterinarian right away. Other causes of difficulty walking could include trauma or other infectious diseases like toxoplasmosis.

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