03/30/2022
😥 Unfortunately, detecting your cat's physical discomfort can be incredibly difficult! Because untreated pain can harm your cat’s health, quality of life, and the cat-owner bond, prompt diagnosis and treatment are necessary, to ensure your cat enjoys nine lives of comfort.
Unless their pain is severe, cats tend to hide their discomfort. here are some abnormal behaviors you can look for:
❗ Decreased Appetite
❗ Altered litter box habits
❗ Abnormal aggression
❗ Increased vocalization
❗ Excessive sleeping or isolating
❗ Limping, stiffness, or changes in mobility
❗ Sensitivity to touch
❗ Reluctance to jump, climb, or use stairs
❗ Excessive grooming, resulting in bald spots
❗ Matted hair, or dirty appearance from a lack of self-care
What are some other things you notice when your cat is uncomfortable or acting out of the ordinary due to pain?
