link 1 ⟶ https://short-facts.com/can-a-cats-broken-leg-heal-on-its-own/ : a young cat’s leg can heal in as little as ten days due to blood supply to bones, though rehabilitation might still be required. some symptoms include favoring/not using the broken limb, swelling or bruising on the limb, loss of appetite, aversion to touch, panting, and vocal symbols of being in pain, such as wailing, howling, etc. link 2 ⟶ https://www.petmd.com/cat/emergency/accidents-injuries/e_ct_broken_bones : symptoms include favoring/not using the injured limb, swelling or bruising, not eating or grooming and vocal cues such as crying, growling, etc, especially when touched. fractures are caused by stress on the bone, normally caused by traumatic events like being hit by a car. there are many factors that affect the treatment of fractures, including casts or splints, surgery, and even, if it’s severe enough, amputation. cats should not jump or engage in any other activity that could affect their healing process. fractures normally take from four to six weeks to heal link 3 ⟶ https://www.hillspet.com/cat-care/healthcare/cat-broken-leg-causes-symptoms-treatment : there are many causes for bone fractures in cats, the most common of which is trauma, which can take many forms, including bite wounds, being hit with something, falling off something, etc. cats with a fracture will often limp, or, if the limb is badly damaged, may walk with the injured limb just dragging along. swelling on the injured limb is also common. treatment depends greatly on the type of fracture, and can range from simple pain medications to amputation. when a cat is recovering from a fracture, restricted mobility is often best link 4 ⟶ https://vethelpdirect.com/vetblog/2021/06/21/what-are-the-options-for-treating-broken-legs-in-cats/ : limping is very common in cats with fractures, along with swelling or bruising, loss of appetite and dislike of interaction/touch. the type of fracture the cat has, along with the cat’s age all play a role in what treatment the cat will receive, with splints or bandages being used for most uncomplicated breaks. the cat in question will also need to rest. more complicated fractures require vet care, something clan cats do not have access to.
