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• Arthritis in cats

  Arthritis (osteoarthritis) is a very common condition that causes painful, swollen joints and makes moving around uncomfortable.

• Saddle thrombus (aortic thromboembolism) in cats

  A saddle thrombus is a blood clot that blocks blood supply to the back legs. Symptoms appear suddenly and include severely painful, paralysed back legs. A saddle thrombus is an emergency.

• Limping and stiffness in cats

  There can be lots of causes of limping and stiffness in older cats, but arthritis is usually the most common cause.

• Anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

  Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID’s) are a group of medicines used to fight inflammation. They reduce high temperatures, heat, swelling and pain.

• Road traffic accidents (RTA)

  If your pet had been involved in a road traffic accident, take them to a vet straight away. Read our advice on the best way to care for them.