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My kitten fell and seems sore. Should I be worried or just rest him?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 5 months and 23 days old | 7 lbs

My 6mth old kitten had a fall yesterday. Attached photo. Landed on his back. Nothing appeared emergent. No meowing. Walks, runs, jumps, eats, litter box all as normal. No visible issue. Spent the whole day sleeping. Brief playing. Seems less energetic. Maybe a bit stiff. Could there be something gojng on that I’m missing? Or maybe just sore and needs a few days of rest? No limps. No aggression. Can touch him everywhere as normal. No concussion symptoms.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Published on October 2nd, 2020

Poor Milo! That fall would have been scary for you and him. He's such a cutie, I love Ragdolls. I have one myself. He may be sore from the fall. I recommend resting him for the next 48 hours. No running, jumping, or playing. If he still appears painful after this time, then I would take him into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. He may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give him any human pain medications, as many are toxic to cats and are fatal if given. I hope this helps!

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