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My cat's back legs stopped working and she's cramping. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Asian | Female | 1 year old | 10 lbs

my cat suddenly could not walk, both of its back legs could not be moved, and its body was cramping,what should i do?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on February 5th, 2020

You should take him to to the vet urgently, it is an emergency, it could be nerve damage or a clot in his blood vessels in the legs, either way you have to act fast otherwise the damage will likely be permanent, take him right away to the closest vet.

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    Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

    Veterinarian

    Published on July 20th, 2018

    I would not recommend waiting until tomorrow. Altered movement especially in both hind legs can indicate spinal or pelvic injury or a blood clot affecting circulation and mobility. Early diagnosis and treatment maximizes the chance of a full and speedy recovery

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