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My 19-year-old cat's head is down when walking. What does it mean?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 19 years and 7 months old | 27 lbs

My cat is 19 years old and she is walking fine but her head is down not tilted, down when she walks what is that

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 3rd, 2019

Without examining her myself it is very hard to say what is going on. At her age, it could be almost anything. I strongly recommend you take her to the vet for an exam. If her head is down it could be a neck injury/arthritis or a balance issue. It is best to have her evaluated in person by your vet.

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