Why is my cat limping and losing muscle mass in her back leg?

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My cat Shadow has been limping for a month. (Back left leg) Thought she just hurt it and it would go away, but it hasn't. She can walk on it, just limps. Her left hip now looks indented now (like lass of muscle mass or something). I am planning on taking her to the vet, but what could this be? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 8 months and 27 days old | 5 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Shadow! I would be very concerned she has torn a ligament or may have fractured a bone. It does sound like she is suffering from muscle atrophy if her left hip looks indented. Taking her into the vet is exactly the right thing, and I would bring her into one today.

Why is my cat limping and losing muscle mass in her back leg?

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