Why is my kitten limping but not showing pain? Should I worry?

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Hi, Just came home from work to find my 10.5 week old kitten all curled up in her bed. When she got up she had a big mouthful of food and a drink and went to loo. But is limping on her right foot. She lets me look at it and touch it and has eaten lots again. And doesn't seem to be in pain. She holds it up while she walks. Do kittens get cramp? Is it possible it's just how she's been laying as she was fine when I left her? Many thanks , Worried mummy. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

It is not impossible for them to get a cramp but that is not usually the case. Usually it is an injury to the bone, a ligament or a tendon in that leg. She may have fallen while jumping up onto something while you were gone?? Hard to say. If she is eating and drinking and doesn't have pain when you press on the leg then you could certainly elect to just monitor her for now and see if it resolves. If no improvement in a day or two then you should get her to your vet for an exam. Of course, if you are worried there is no harm in taking her in now. It is better to be safe than sorry. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

Why is my kitten limping but not showing pain? Should I worry?

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