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My 1 1/2 year old ragdoll mix Oscar recently got his back right leg removed to the hip due to complications from when he was a kitten. This is the second day and right off the bat I notice when he tries to stand or walk he growls and walks backwards? My guess is maybe it’s just an odd uncomfortable feeling or the cone he’s wearing. He’s had his leg amputated to the knee when he was little so I don’t think walking will be a struggle for him since he’s always hobbled on 3 legs but it’s just worrying!! I don’t believe he’s in any pain because he doesn’t make noise and he’s let my mom and I pet and hold him since right after his surgery with no issues…
Hi and welcome to you and Oscar. Sorry you had to join our club!
So what pain medication is he on? How much, and how often?
Cats are masters at hiding pain, and many times we miss pain signals . Backwards walking is definitely one of them. It often happens when the severed limb nerves are "misfiring" and sending confusing signals to the brain. This causes pain. It could be phantom pain , which doesn't happen constantly but suddenly and acutely. So, that's why it might seem like he's not constantly hurting.
See:
How to Help Amputee Cats Walking Backwards
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