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My kitten has a weak hind leg after distemper. How to help him heal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 9 months and 22 days old | 7 lbs

My cat is 8 and a half months old and recently was diagnosed with feline distemper. he lost so much weight and after recovering from the disease he has a weak hind leg. He cant run and jump much although walks around swiftly. although i have noticed his hing leg is getting better by the day. how to heal and fully recover him ?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 20th, 2019

It's just going to take time. There's nothing you can do to speed up the healing process. Keep Simba indoors, make sure he eats and drinks plenty, and rest him as much as possible to allow him to heal.

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