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Expert: - 6/9/2007


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My cat was missing during the day which is not unusual, she likes to roam. Tonight she came back walking fine( no limping)but whining when I touched her hip area. She is eating and sleeping normally but I wanted to know if I could do anything to ease her pain. I know not to give them Tylenol or anything but is there any thing else I can do to make her more comfortable? Thank you for your time. Kathryn

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Hi Kathryn,

Cats do not tolerate normal pain relievers at all. Tylenol, Ibuprofen, and Aspirin are all not good for cats. She may have gotten bruised there. There really isn't much you can do at home. Vets will usually give cats cortisone to help them if they need it. Just make sure she is comfortable. Check to see if the skin is broken. Keep an eye out for an abscess.
You really should keep her inside. There is no real reason to let a cat out to roam around. And you see what can happen. I have cats that were once outside cats. Now they stay in since I have them. They do not miss it and are safer that way. I don't have to worry about them. Good luck.

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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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