Why is my cat quiet? Is his leg plate hurting in cold weather?

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My cat had a surgical plate inserted in his leg 5 months ago, the last few days his gone abit quiet, his eating drinking and going to the litter tray ok, all he wants to do is rest, could the change in weather be affecting his leg as it's getting colder now. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

It could be. I had a plate in my arm (I broke my humerus falling off my horse), and when it would get cold, the arm would ache from the plate. I had to have the plate removed because it was bothering me so much. With cats, the plate typically isn't removed, but you can talk to Sonny's vet to see if they feel some pain medication may help him. I'd also set up a bed with a heating pad under it (make sure it's well covered so it doesn't burn him) to see if that helps him.

Why is my cat quiet? Is his leg plate hurting in cold weather?

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