My cat is shaking his back legs

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Hi everyone!

I’m posting here because my kitten, who’s nearly 1 year old (11 months exactly), is shaking his back legs.

It happened for the first time a while back—he shook both legs one after the other—but then nothing for several days.

And then tonight, while he was sitting on the sofa, he started shaking one leg again; he stretches it out behind him and gives it a quick shake.

I wanted to know what could be causing this.

Does anyone have any ideas?

I’m calling the vet tomorrow to find out more, but I’d like to know if it’s anything serious.

I’ve read some quite worrying things on a few forums, so I’d like some advice to point me in the right direction.

Thanks for taking the time to read this and for your replies!

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    I’m saying "thank you" to you, Lyzzza 👏

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    I reckon there are far too many people signing up just to list symptoms and say they’re seeing the vet the next day, and then... silence! Not even a thank you, or an update to let us know what the vet’s verdict was... 😠
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    Take that Sellotape you've stuck on the back of his leg!!!

    LOL

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    Take that tape off that you’ve stuck behind its thigh!!!
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    Hi! I know climate change is a thing, but harvest mites in May in a courtyard with no grass? I highly doubt it. Mind you, from August—or let's say July if it’s really hot—they can stick around until the cold weather sets in. Anyway, I’m giving it a go! 😝
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    By the way, is this 11-month-old cat neutered?

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    Hi there!

    I know all about climate change, but harvest mites in May in a yard with no grass? I highly doubt it.

    Mind you, from August—or let's say July if it’s really hot—they can stick around until the cold weather sets in.

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    I had a cat who used to do that all the time; there were no health issues, it was just his way of doing things. He’d walk off wiggling his bum—a proper little diva! He was hilarious to watch. It was usually when he was getting out of his litter tray, probably to get the bits of litter out from between his paws, but there was nothing to worry about.
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    You could also check if there are any orange specks between their toes. You’ll need a keen eye as they’re tiny, but you’ll notice them because they form orange patches. I’m thinking harvest mites—they have a real knack for hiding between toes and in ears. Definitely worth having a proper look! 😉
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    Evening and thanks so much for your reply!

    I’ve checked his little paws and pads again but I can’t see anything – they’re nice and pink and look just like they usually do.

    On top of that, he’s moving around well, playing a lot and hopping about; he’s eating and drinking normally too.

    We were wondering if it could be fleas? 🤷

    He used to go out in the courtyard of our block of flats where there’s hardly any greenery... so I’m a bit doubtful about it being the grass. But I’ll ask the vet tomorrow just to be on the safe side.

    Thanks again for your reply, it’s put our minds at rest a little.

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