Why are the sides of my Cat going in and out?

Why are the sides of my Cat going in and out?

However, no matter how old he is, he could have a thyroid problem – cats are very prone to them and an over-active thyroid will cause him to lose weight very rapidly. If this is the cause he is also likely to have an increased appetite and to be constantly panting (evidenced by his rapid breathing – his sides will be going in and out like bellows).

What causes a cat’s back legs to stop working?

Diabetes, organ failure, and neurological problems can cause the gradual weakening of a cat’s rear legs. If your cat’s hind legs suddenly stopped working, this can sometimes be a sign of a blood clot, infection, or stroke.

Why are the sides of my Cat sunken in?

Click to expand… How old is he? You say it isn’t recent – has he been losing weight over some time? As cats get older many of them lose weight (as do some people), so it could just be down to advancing age and muscle wastage.

Why are the back legs of a cat so important?

The back legs, paws, and claws are as important as those in the front. Their strength enables the cat to push forward and quickly reach a high speed for pursuing prey or running from predators. The back claws are powerful for delivering painful “rabbit kicks,” both in play and in self-protection.

However, no matter how old he is, he could have a thyroid problem – cats are very prone to them and an over-active thyroid will cause him to lose weight very rapidly. If this is the cause he is also likely to have an increased appetite and to be constantly panting (evidenced by his rapid breathing – his sides will be going in and out like bellows).

Why is my Cats back end sunk in?

Why is my cats back end sunk in,she eats like a horse and dont gain any weight,her bm smells really bad,she will not gain any weight.she is a very happy cat but something is wrong,i had her at a vet and all they did was give her some meds that didnt do anything for her ,thank you

What are the symptoms of weak back legs in cats?

Weak and stiff back legs in cats can come on suddenly, or more gradually. Symptoms that you may notice include: Lameness (limping) Struggling to stand; Slow or stiff walking; Unsteady back legs; Holding a leg off the floor while standing; Dragging the back paws; Legs giving out or collapsing; Paralysis – unable to move the legs at all

The back legs, paws, and claws are as important as those in the front. Their strength enables the cat to push forward and quickly reach a high speed for pursuing prey or running from predators. The back claws are powerful for delivering painful “rabbit kicks,” both in play and in self-protection.