Cats have a natural instinct to hide their pain, often showing only very subtle, difficult to spot symptoms. Painful conditions that may not be immediately obvious include osteoarthritis, dental disease, cat bite abscesses, medical conditions (such as pancreatitis, constipation, or infections), hypertension (high blood pressure), and injuries (amazingly many cats with pelvic fractures can still walk).
IF YOUR CAT SHOWS ANY OF THE FOLLOWING, MENTION IT TO YOUR VET:
Withdrawn or grumpy behaviour.
Matted fur or bald patches from over/under grooming. Appetite changes.
Limp or stiff walk.
Hunched sitting, or lying, position
Using your mobile to capture any unusual symptoms or behaviours can be really helpful for your vet.
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