How to Treat a Limping Cat

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Remove debris from your cat’s paw.

   If you found debris in your cat’s paw, you can remove it by gently wiping the paw with a damp washcloth.
   
   Use tweezers to remove debris lodged in the paw, like a splinter.
   
   Apply a cat-friendly antiseptic after removing the splinter., A torn nail is painful for your cat.
   
   Use a pet nail trimmer to clip the nail at the level of the tear.
   
   If the tear is near the base of the nail, you should have a vet remove the torn nail.
   
   Once you remove the torn nail, wash the area with soap and warm water.
   
   Apply a bandage if the nail is bleeding., A minor cut or laceration on your cat’s leg or paw can cause it to limp.
   
   If there is bleeding, apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or sterile gauze for 5-10 minutes.
   
   Then gently clean the wound with water or an antiseptic solution and apply a bandage.If the cut is long or deep, or if your cat has a puncture wound, you should take your cat to the vet.
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   Step 2: Treat torn nails.

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   Step 3: Clean and bandage soft tissue wounds.

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