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Expert: - 9/27/2009


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My cat had a fight Sat %26 stayed out all day when i found him he was tremblingly bad but would not let me bring him home Left him all night brought him in Sun morn he is 14yrs old Put him in a comfy box he will not drink or come out of box I feed him 1oz of food %26 he purred what should i do he does not seem to be hurt that i have found except just limped on front paw how long to cats stay in shock after a cat fight please help THANKYOU

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Hi Elaine,

First off you need to see if he is still in shock. Lift his lip and see what color his gums and lips are. If they are very pale or white then he is. If they are pink then he is not. He needs to go to the vet if he is still in shock. Pale gums can also mean that he is bleeding internally. If he isn't in shock then I would say that he is more traumatized by the fight. Shock is usually a immediate or almost immediate response to trauma. Keep him warm.

You write that he is will not come out of his box and his front paw seems to be injured. He may have have other injuries that you cannot see. These injuries may be causing him pain. This may be why he is acting the way he is. You should get him to a vet to be checked over.  Your vet will be able to help you here. Good luck.

Ciao, Karen

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I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!

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I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care. Some thoughts to carry with you. A Cat's 10 Commandments My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. Give me time to understand what you want of me. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it. Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you. If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old. On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so. Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.

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