Why won't my cat bend one leg when she sits? Is she in pain?

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My cat never bends her right leg when she sits like that but she can bend it while she is laying down or sitting in other position.She is not limping while she is walking.She can run very fast without any problems despite her weight.I don’t understand why she is not bending her right leg while she is sitting like that.Cats always sits in this wierd position and they bend both legs. Is she in pain?Why she can’t bend both? Pet's info: Cat | Scottish Fold | Female | spayed | 2 years and 11 months old | 8.8 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

I would be concerned that this may be related to some underlying discomfort as most cats will rotate positions and bend both legs at some time. Pets are right/left handed as are people and most will prefer a certain side but not to the point of never changing position. A thorough exam and xray of the paw/leg should be considered as early treatment and diet change/supplementation can help to reduce the impact pf injuries and arthritis in later life

Why won't my cat bend one leg when she sits? Is she in pain?

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