Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

My indoor cat is limping on a front leg. When should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Bombay | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 3 months old

My cat is not walking properly. It is lambeling with one front leg. i dont know why. It stays at home all the time.

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 15th, 2019

Most likely he jumped down off of something and sprained/strained something. i would not be overly concerned at this point. If after a week he is still limping then he should see a vet. You cannot give a cats any human anti-inflammatory medicines so please don't give him anything.

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored