My cat has an old injury and can't jump. Is breeding safe for her?

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Hello, when my cat was 7 months old, her hip (or the lower back) was injured, now she's 1 year and 4 months old. After waking up from a nap or sitting for long period of time, she struggles to walk at first and sometimes she trips. She eats probably, goes to the bathroom without any problems, but she can't run fast or jump high. Is it advisable to mate her with another cat ? Is the pregnancy going to affect her ? Pet's info: Cat | Manx | Female | unspayed | 7.2 lbs

Anna M., DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, and thanks for your question. I would VERY strongly discourage you from breeding Samra. It sounds like she has some lasting orthopedic problems from her young injury, and she may have injured her pelvis. Not only could her ability to give birth be affected if she had a pelvic injury, but if she has lasting orthopedic problems, the weight gain and joint laxity that pregnancy will cause will likely cause her pain and may even cause further damage. It would be best to spay Samra to avoid a pregnancy. Hope this helps!

My cat has an old injury and can't jump. Is breeding safe for her?

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