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My cat ran away, came back limping and dizzy. Is it an emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My cat ran away and came back but she is limping and looks very dizzy or not really focusing but she does understand her name

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 22nd, 2019

I would be very concerned your cat could have been injured during her time away from home, and I consider her signs a medical emergency. You need to take her into a vet immediately to get checked out. Best of luck.

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