Why does my cat randomly lose balance and her back legs give out?

Question

My cat, Spookie, has been losing her balance randomnly. A couple of days ago i was petting her and she stood up and it was like she couldnt collect her back legs. Like they were unbalanced. It lasted for maybe 5 seconds. Then this morning she put her front paws on the edge of the bed to wake me, and her back feet lost balance again. Im starting to worry. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 1 year and 4 months old | 9 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Spookie! I think that Spookie should have a Vet exam. I would have her tested (or re-tested for Feline Leukemia and Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV). Other causes of loosing balance or walking drunk is Vestibular disease. This is when the center of balance is off. The most common form is peripheral vestibular: issues in the ear (infection) or a nasopharyngeal polyp. Central or brain causes can be from a tumor, metabolic conditions (liver or kidney disease), bacterial causes like toxoplasmosis or something viral like Feline Infectious Peritonitis. The best place to start for a diagnosis is with your Vet examining Spookie. I hope this helps and I wish Spookie a speedy recovery!

Why does my cat randomly lose balance and her back legs give out?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

What to do if my cat has a small hole with pus coming from its ear?

How do I safely fix my dog or cat's painful hangnail at home?

Why is my 5-week-old chick struggling to walk with splayed legs?

My sick small pet is breathing mouth open. Did I drown her feeding?

Dog licking paws, fur loss, and jaw wound: Could it be allergies?

My cat is chunky. What food and steps can I take to help him lose weight?

Share