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My 1-year-old cat has a broken leg. What are her treatment options?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 7 months old

What is your advice for this 1 yo female with broken leg. Operate or not, if yes what type of operation and what should be done

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on August 26th, 2019

Yes, surgery is required, the bones cannot heal as the leg is unstable and the ends are not touching. The bones could be manipulated back into place and secured with pins or amputation could be considered

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