My cat came home breathing fast and yowling. Does he need a vet?

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My cat came home at was nearly catatonic. He's very slow, very careful with his movements. He looks traumatized so I don't know if maybe he got into a fight with another cat in the neighborhood. His breathing is very fast even though he's resting. I've only ever heard him meow a high pitched "mew", but he's making this short yowling meow? As if he's in pain. He keeps licking his genitals, but I can't find any marks or bruises on his body. Any idea what's happening? Do I need to see a vet? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 1 year and 2 months old | 9.5 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

Yes, with the breathing changes and vocalisations you describe i recommend an urgent emergency visit in order to assess and treat his injuries. Fight injuries or road traffic accidents are common causes of trauma in cats and internal injuries are quite possible. Keep him warm and rested until you can have him seen

My cat came home breathing fast and yowling. Does he need a vet?

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