My elderly cat limps and has hip pain. Could it be arthritis?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 15 years and 7 months old | 9 lbs
what is wrong with cat hip? told elderly tuxedo get arthistis, walk with slight limp, holds her leg up when eating sometimes. Sensitive to touch especially around tail bone.
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Published on January 1st, 2018
Hip disease is more common in older cats, it's usually due to arthritis but can be caused by other joint conditions as well. you will have to take her to the vet in order to get it checked, the vet might need to do an xray to evaluate the severity of the condition.
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Published on February 26th, 2019
One sign is limping. If Lona starts limping, she is in pain. You will also see a decrease in activity. She won't run around as much and she will be reluctant to jump onto things. If you do see those signs, have her see a vet to discuss using pain medications. I hope this helps!
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