My cat's paw is swollen

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Hi everyone,

I’m posting this because I’ve just noticed that my cat's paw is swollen! I only just spotted it while we were playing; I hadn’t noticed anything unusual before that...

I've had a feel and he doesn't really react, he isn't limping, and he’s eating, drinking and playing as usual. I’m not sure if I should go to the emergency vet or if it can wait until tomorrow... I don’t want to bother an out-of-hours vet for nothing, although I don't suppose it would be swollen for no reason.

I’ve included a photo:

My cat's paw is swollen

I’m not really sure what to do right now :(

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    • Mango
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    So what was it then? 

     

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    liquid_paper
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    Just scroll back up the thread, all the answers are already there. It looks like it’s just a wasp sting, but if the swelling doesn't go down after a while, book an appointment with your vet.

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    lila-lola
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    Hi, my cat’s paw is really swollen too and I’m not sure what to do. 

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    Ines09 Icon representing the flag French
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    Evening everyone, my cat’s paw is swollen and he’s limping. He’s an indoor cat so he doesn't go outside, I’m not sure what to do 🤷
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    Del2244 Icon representing the flag French
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    Hi there, It’s better to try and work out a payment plan with your vet so you can pay them a bit later. If there’s a fracture, she’s likely in a lot of pain, and waiting to get her treated could lead to serious consequences. Take care.
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    Hi there, It’s better to try and work out a payment plan with your vet so you can pay them a bit later. If there’s a fracture, she’s likely in a lot of pain, and waiting to get her treated could lead to serious consequences. Take care.
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    Hi everyone, My partner stepped on my kitten's paw and it's swollen and she's limping a bit. Does anyone know what I can do to help her? (It’s the end of the month, so getting to the vet right away is a bit difficult). I’d like to help with the pain until I can take her.
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    Ophélie05111995
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    Hi everyone, on Wednesday when my partner and I got back from a long walk, we found that my cat’s front right paw was swollen. I tried to look for a sting but couldn't find anything. It’s Friday today and the paw is still swollen; I’ve decided to wait until Monday to take him to the vet (as I’m at work until then).

    My cat is eating, moving and jumping—he seems perfectly fine. But when he’s standing still, he holds his right paw up.

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    I’m having the same issue as you at the moment... I’ve been following the advice some people have given! I just wanted to know if your cat’s paw felt soft or hard, as I’m not sure if it’s a wasp sting or not? 😕

    Thanks

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    My cat has the same thing, any advice please?

    Hi there, my cat had the same thing. My vet told me it was an insect bite; he gave him a jab and it cleared up after that.

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