Why is my cat limping, not using his front paw, and avoiding touch?

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My cat was limping last night. Now he is not putting his left front paw down at all. He also does not want to be touched. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 20 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. The most common injuries we see in cats are bite wounds that develop into abscesses, & paws that are stepped on or get slammed in doorways. If Midnight goes outdoors, I would guess he got in a fight with another cat. Your veterinarian can determine if this is the case & a round of antibiotics & pain medicine will prove curative for Midnight. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Why is my cat limping, not using his front paw, and avoiding touch?

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