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Emergency Transport Techniques for Cats

Injured cats should be approached, handled, and transported with extreme caution. A feline in pain may attack those trying to assist it, damaging its intended rescuers and perhaps further damaging itself. The following technique will help safeguard both the cat and its owner.

  1. Assess the scene. For instance, if the injured cat was hit by a car, make sure that the road is clear before attempting to assist the animal.
  2. Approach the injured cat slowly. If it is spitting, growling, baring its teeth, or showing other signs of fear and/or aggression, be very careful. Remember, even a trusted family pet can be dangerous under these circumstances.
  3. Wrap a large towel or blanket around the cat's body. This will permit handling without being scratched.
  4. If the cat is choking or bleeding severely, attend to these problems before or during transport. (See The Heimlich Maneuver; and Trauma.)
  5. Before transport, if possible, call the veterinary hospital and let the staff know you are on your way. Offer them any essential information you can provide about your feline's condition.
  6. Pick up the cat carefully, trying to keep its body stable. Place inside a pet carrier or cardboard box with lid. Try to keep the feline calm during the trip to the veterinary hospital.

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