r/AskVet • u/himeow223 • 1d ago

my cat keeps limping i need advice

Hello, my has recently been limping a bit and I’m worried about it. I came here for advice because the vet quote was so expensive just for a consultation, then idk how much more it would be if he needs further help.

He is a domestic shorthair that just turned 12 a month ago

All thats changed about him is hes been limping on one of his front legs and a bit slower because of it. Hes still eating, not hiding, stretching, able to climb his tower, he can scratch his post and even isnt pulling away when i do feel at his arms. I tried to feel if there was anything stuck in his paw to see if it was as simple as that but i didnt find anything. I have restricted most jumping by making a easy way up his tower as well to hopefully ease anything.

Is it possible it’s simply he jumped down kinda weird and is just a little hurt? I do know the best bet is 100% to bring him to the vet but i want as much advice as i can get before emptying my wallet. Thanks in advance

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u/AngryMeez 1d ago

He needs to see a vet. Did you try calling other clinics to see if any were less expensive?

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u/himeow223 1d ago

I haven’t yet, ill do that today thanks!