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My newborn kitten's hind legs drag and paws curl. Is it twisted legs?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 23 lbs

I have a cat who has given birth to a single kitten and the kittens hind legs drag a little and have curled up paws. Would this be a case of twisted legs?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 10th, 2018

It is too early to tell, at least from the pictures, you will probably have to wait a few days to see how it plays out. if in a couple of weeks you are still not sure you should have it checked by your vet.

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