My cat lifts his leg when walking but shows no pain. What's wrong?

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Hello. My cat stands with his leg in the air and walked a couple of steps with it in the air but when he puts it down he does not limp or show any signs it hurts. Many thanks Andrea. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 3 years and 7 months old

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello Andrea, It is very difficult to say what may be going on with Lennie without seeing what he is doing myself. Is this a hind leg? All I can say is that if this is a new behavior for him you should have your vet check him out. He may have an issue with his knee cap that is causing the issue (if it is a hind leg that he is holding up). ( https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/luxating-patella-in-cats )

My cat lifts his leg when walking but shows no pain. What's wrong?

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