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Expert: Charlotte Sherrell, DVM - 9/14/2008


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my cat for the past week has been peeing on the floor. She acts like her back legs are hurt, not eating or drinking and she is normally a fat cat but I've noticed she'd lost weight. She was at least getting up on kitchen chairs and now she can't. Any ideas?

Answer
Christina -

Have her evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible.  She may have a bladder infection or a bladder obstruction.  Do not hesitate to make an appointment as the infection may get progress quickly.

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Charlotte Sherrell, DVM

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Charlotte Sherrell, DVM

Expertise

General questions about the care and diseases of small animals

Experience

I've been in the practice of veterinary medicine for ten years; Medical Director of Humane Society for nine years

Organizations
American Veterinary Medical Association American Association of Feline Practitioners Association of Shelter Veterinarians

Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee University Extensive CE in Feline Medicine

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