Hi I have a 9 month male neutered british shorthair/persian cat (Boris) I noticed only a few days ago that he was not ge

Hi I have a 9 month male neutered british shorthair/persian cat (Boris) I noticed only a few days ago that he was not getting up for his food and in pain, this was in the morning. He was moving about the previous evening fine but seemed really unsteady on his back legs the following morning, he has not really been out much, as we have a new kitten and is intrigued with her. When my partner went to smooth him he hissed at him, I continued to monitor him and thought it would be best for him to see a vet. He was given sedation due to becoming stressed at the vets and unable to be examined, once sedated the vet examined him for any potential signs of why he is pain e.g. bites, broken bones. He was then given an x-ray which was all clear of any broken bones and nothing was detected. The vet has given Boris Metacam 4.5kg daily which does seem to be helping as he is more active (still unable to jump up onto the sofa) and his appetite has regained, he is still continuing to hiss when you go near he's back legs. He is however still limping and in pain, due back to vets on Wednesday for follow up appointment. Would really appreciate a second opinion. Also could this have anything to do with having a new kitten at home and him playing up?? Confused??

Asked by Member 1109225 on May 4th 2012 Tagged limpingonbacklegsandinpain in Other Health & Wellness