{"id":53602,"date":"2022-09-01T15:35:57","date_gmt":"2022-09-01T15:35:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cats.com\/?p=53602"},"modified":"2025-07-25T17:30:14","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T17:30:14","slug":"cat-emergency-vet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-emergency-vet","title":{"rendered":"11 Signs That You Need to Get Your Cat To the Emergency Room"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-53760\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-emergency-surgery-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-emergency-surgery-compressed.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-emergency-surgery-compressed-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-emergency-surgery-compressed-624x312.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-emergency-surgery-compressed-780x390.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"toc\"><span class=\"toc-title\">In This Article<\/span><ul class=\"toc-items\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#when-to-take-your-cat-to-the-emergency-vet-key-symptoms\" data-title=\"When to Take Your Cat to the Emergency Vet: Key Symptoms\">Key Symptoms<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#is-cat-constipation-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is Cat Constipation An Emergency?\">Constipation<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#is-an-eye-infection-in-a-cat-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is An Eye Infection In A Cat An Emergency?\">Eye Infection<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#is-hyphema-in-cats-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is Hyphema In Cats An Emergency?\">Hyphema<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#is-anisocoria-in-cats-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is Anisocoria In Cats An Emergency?\">Anisocoria<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-blood-in-cat-stool-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is Blood In Cat Stool An Emergency?\">Blood In Cat Stool<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-a-cat-abscess-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is A Cat Abscess An Emergency?\">Cat Abscess <\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-cat-cystitis-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is Cat Cystitis An Emergency?\">Cat Cystitis<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-a-cat-peeing-blood-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is A Cat Peeing Blood An Emergency?\">Cat Peeing Blood<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-a-cat-uti-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is A Cat UTI An Emergency?\">Cat UTI<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-a-cat-coughing-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is A Cat Coughing An Emergency?\">Cat Coughing<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-cat-diarrhea-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is Cat Diarrhea An Emergency?\">Cat Diarrhea<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-cat-drooling-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is Cat Drooling An Emergency?\">Cat Drooling<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-cat-limping-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is Cat Limping An Emergency?\">Cat Limping <\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-cat-vomiting-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is Cat Vomiting An Emergency?\">Cat Vomiting<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-cat-third-eyelid-showing-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is Cat Third Eyelid Showing An Emergency?\">Cat Third Eyelid Showing<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-a-cat-hairball-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is A Cat Hairball An Emergency?\">Cat Hairball<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-a-broken-cat-tooth-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is A Broken Cat Tooth An Emergency?\">Broken Cat Tooth<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#is-a-cat-ear-infection-or-hematoma-an-emergency\" data-title=\"Is A Cat Ear Infection Or Hematoma An Emergency?\">Cat Ear Infection<\/a><\/li><li class=\"hidden\"><a href=\"#how-much-is-an-emergency-vet-visit-for-a-cat\" data-title=\"How Much Is An Emergency Vet Visit For A Cat?\">Cost of Emergency Vet Visit<\/a><\/li><\/ul><button>Expand More<\/button><\/div>    <script>\r\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function(event) {\r\n            let links = jQuery('.toc ul.toc-items li a');\r\n\r\n            let htmlspecialchars = function (text) {\r\n                var map = {\r\n                    '&': '&amp;',\r\n                    '<': '&lt;',\r\n                    '>': '&gt;',\r\n                    '\"': '&quot;',\r\n                    '\u201c': '&quot;',\r\n                    '\u201d': '&quot;',\r\n                    \"'\": '&#039;',\r\n                    \"\u2019\": '&#039;'\r\n                };\r\n\r\n                return text.replace(\/[&<>\"\u201c\u201d']\/g, function(m) { return map[m]; 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But what about if it isn\u2019t really necessary? Nobody wants to waste their time and money, not to mention inflict stress on their pet.<\/p>\n<p>The aim of this article is to help cat carers make that tricky decision, to explain the common situations that are likely to be dilemmas, and to give answers to the pressing question that needs to be answered: does this cat need to be taken to the emergency vet?<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" data-cliversesrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a3glq-u6TdI\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>It is important to note that if a decision is made not to take a cat to the ER, steps should be taken to confine the cat indoors until the daytime vet opens: any cat that is in distress may decide to take themselves elsewhere if they are allowed outside.<\/p>\n<p>Any sick cat needs to be kept under the direct supervision of their carer until they are either fully recovered, or until the professional opinion of a vet has been obtained.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cost-of-pet-insurance-for-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How Much Is Pet Insurance For A Cat, And Is It Really Worth It?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Emergency\">When to Take Your Cat to the Emergency Vet: Key Symptoms<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_53762\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-53762\" class=\"wp-image-53762\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-vomit-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"Cat sitting with tongue out\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-vomit-compressed.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-vomit-compressed-624x415.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-vomit-compressed-540x360.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-53762\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Some symptoms should always be considered signs that your cat is having an emergency.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The first point to understand is that there are some situations that are clearly always emergencies. Look for the following behaviors and clinical signs. If your cat is exhibiting any of these symptoms, take your cat to an emergency clinic to get immediate veterinary attention.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Your cat ate something toxic.<\/h3>\n<p>If the cat is seen by a vet within an hour, an injection can be given to induce vomiting, which is the most effective way of dealing with most (but not all ) toxins. If it\u2019s over an hour, it\u2019s too late because the toxin will have passed beyond the stomach and will have begun to be absorbed. So this is an acutely time-sensitive emergency.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/poisoning-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Poisoning In Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>2. Your cat had a serious accident.<\/h3>\n<p>Emergency veterinary care is required if a cat has suffered a serious physical accident such as being hit by a car: often the injuries are difficult for a layperson to assess, and a thorough physical assessment by a veterinarian can be life-saving for a wounded cat.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Your cat is having serious difficulty breathing.<\/h3>\n<p>This can be life-threatening, and simple treatment (such as the administration of oxygen) can be life-saving. Open-mouth breathing, rapid breathing without exertion (a high respiratory rate), and strained breathing are all signs of an emergency.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/heavy-breathing-cat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The 3 Types Of Heavy Breathing And What They Mean<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>4. Your cat is bleeding a lot.<\/h3>\n<p>Go to the vet immediately if your cat is bleeding significant amounts, whether from an injury, from the digestive system (vomit or feces), or from the urinary tract.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Your cat is straining and can&#8217;t pass urine.<\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s a veterinary emergency if a cat is straining unproductively to pass urine in the litter box (i.e. pushing to pass urine, but with no liquid being produced).<\/p>\n<h3>6. Your cat has been seizuring for more than three minutes continuously.<\/h3>\n<p>If a cat is <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-seizures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">seizuring<\/a> for more than three minutes continuously, or if there are clusters of seizures (i.e. seizuring, recovering, then seizuring again a short time later, recovering, seizuring again etc., bring them to the emergency vet right away.<\/p>\n<h3>7. Your cat is dull and non-responsive.<\/h3>\n<p>Regardless of the cause, a cat who is not responding and seems dull should see an emergency vet immediately.<\/p>\n<h3>8. Your cat is visibly distressed.<\/h3>\n<p>Bring your cat to the emergency vet right away if your cat is screaming, seeming extremely agitated, or showing other signs of acute distress.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Watch on Cats.com YouTube: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=oKyOaOkMCrk\">Educate yourself on feline body language<\/a> to make sure you know the difference between normal behavior and signs of injury or serious illness.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>9. Your cat is very thirsty but not drinking.<\/h3>\n<p>See an emergency vet immediately if your cat is so thirsty that they are sitting with their head over a water bowl, wanting to drink but for some reason not actually drinking.<\/p>\n<h3>10. Your cat is severely dehydrated.<\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s a veterinary emergency when a cat is so <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/dehydration-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dehydrated<\/a> for any reason that, when the skin over their shoulder area is pinched, it \u201ctents\u201d i.e. it remains in a tent-like shape rather than flattening down immediately as it does in healthy cats.<\/p>\n<h3>11. Your cat&#8217;s body is showing gross abnormalities.<\/h3>\n<p>See a vet immediately if there is an obvious gross abnormality, such as a very distended abdomen, an obviously broken limb, or serious physical damage to any part of the body (e.g. eyes, head, body, limbs, tail).<\/p>\n<h2>Is Cat Constipation An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_13967\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13967\" class=\"wp-image-13967 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Cat-Constipation-Feature.jpg\" alt=\"Cat straining to defecate in litter box\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Cat-Constipation-Feature.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Cat-Constipation-Feature-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Cat-Constipation-Feature-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Cat-Constipation-Feature-624x416.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Cat-Constipation-Feature-540x360.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-13967\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">While constipation can be a serious issue, it&#8217;s not usually an emergency.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-constipation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Constipation<\/strong><\/a> describes a situation where a cat finds it difficult to pass feces, needing to strain more than usual to pass a motion. There are two additional definitions that fall into this bracket:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Obstipation<\/strong> describes severe constipation, where a cat finds it difficult or impossible to defecate.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/megacolon-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Megacolon<\/strong><\/a> describes the consequences of severe constipation or obstipation, where the colon becomes grossly enlarged due to the backing up of fecal matter that cannot be passed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each of these three versions of the same general problem can follow a number of possible causes, e.g. fractured pelvis, dietary abnormalities, neurological diseases, foreign bodies, and <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cancer-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cancer<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>None of these three issues are usually acute emergencies: as long as affected cats are taken to the veterinarian within 48 hours, this will generally be sufficient timing.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Veterinary care is important, both to empty out the accumulated feces (e.g. enemas, intravenous fluids for rehydration), and also to carry out tests to make a specific diagnosis of the underlying cause (e.g. x-rays, ultrasound, blood tests) so that treatment aimed at the primary cause can be undertaken.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-bloodwork\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cat Bloodwork (Different Types of Tests, Health Conditions, And Costs)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There are occasions when severe constipation can be an acute emergency requiring a visit to the emergency room: if the cat spends their entire time on the litter box straining, if they seem unduly distressed (e.g. not behaving normally at other times, not eating, etc), or if they show other serious signs of being unwell <strong>(see \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-emergency-vet#Emergency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cat emergency symptoms<\/a>\u201d above)<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Is An Eye Infection In A Cat An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_14851\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14851\" class=\"wp-image-14851 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Cat-Eye-Infection-Leaky-Eye.jpg\" alt=\"Young cat with leaking infected eye\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Cat-Eye-Infection-Leaky-Eye.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Cat-Eye-Infection-Leaky-Eye-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Cat-Eye-Infection-Leaky-Eye-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Cat-Eye-Infection-Leaky-Eye-624x416.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-14851\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Your cat&#8217;s eyes are incredibly delicate, so you need to pay close attention to determine whether or not their infection is an emergency.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Whenever a cat has one, or both, eyes that appear unhealthy, a cautious approach is needed. Eyes are delicate structures that are easily damaged, and if in doubt, the precautionary principle should apply: i.e. take the affected animal to the vet.<\/p>\n<p><strong>There are occasions when eye infections do need emergency attention:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the eye is closed, and the surface of the eye cannot be seen<\/li>\n<li>If there is blood coming from the eye<\/li>\n<li>If the eye itself is physically damaged<\/li>\n<li>If the cat is trying to rub the eye on the ground, or using their paws<\/li>\n<li>If the pupil (the central black area) of one or both eyes is either pinpoint (very small) or widely dilated (very big). As before, if a cat with any signs of eye infection also shows other serious signs of being unwell <strong>(see \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-emergency-vet#Emergency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cat emergency symptoms<\/a>\u201d above)<\/strong><strong>,<\/strong> then they should be taken to the emergency vet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>However, non-emergency eye problems are also common. Examples include<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cats with chronic viral infections may have long-term low-grade or recurrent discharge from one or both eyes. Sometimes they may also be sneezing and\/or coughing.<\/li>\n<li>Cats with allergic reactions causing minor inflammation of the eyes<\/li>\n<li>Cats with minor injuries around the eyes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In such cases, there may be some redness and discharge in and around the eyes. A first aid approach would involve cleaning the affected areas twice daily with mildly salty water (a teaspoonful of salt in a pint of boiled water, cooled down). If there is no improvement after 48 hours, affected cats should be taken to the daytime vet for a routine check.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-eye-infection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cat Eye Infections: Causes, Symptoms, &amp; Treatment<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Is Hyphema In Cats An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_26886\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26886\" class=\"wp-image-26886\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/cat-eye-infection.jpg\" alt=\"Person giving a cat eye drops\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/cat-eye-infection.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/cat-eye-infection-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/cat-eye-infection-624x415.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/cat-eye-infection-540x360.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-26886\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hyphema, or bleeding in the eye, can point to other issues that may cause an emergency. Therefore, a cat with this condition should be brought to an emergency vet immediately.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Hyphema means \u201cbleeding inside the eye\u201d, and it can happen for a number of reasons including trauma (e.g. an accident where there is a blow to the head), <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/high-blood-pressure-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">high blood pressure<\/a> (causing bleeding from blood vessels inside the eye which \u201cpop\u201d) and coagulation disorders.<\/p>\n<p>The concern when a cat develops hyphema is that if there is a serious underlying cause that remains untreated, there could be further bleeding episodes elsewhere in the body (such as in the brain) and these could have very serious consequences.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For this reason, if a cat develops hyphema, they should be taken to the emergency vet without delay.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/uveitis-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Uveitis In Cats: Causes, Symptoms &amp; Treatment\u200b<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Is Anisocoria In Cats An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_53763\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-53763\" class=\"wp-image-53763\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-eye-defect-Anisocoria-blind-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"Cat with strange face\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-eye-defect-Anisocoria-blind-compressed.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-eye-defect-Anisocoria-blind-compressed-624x415.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-eye-defect-Anisocoria-blind-compressed-540x360.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-53763\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A cat with anisocoria, or one pupil larger than the other, should be taken to the emergency vet right away.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Anisocoria describes the situation where the pupil of one eye is much larger than the pupil of the other eye. (The pupil is the black area in the centre of a cat\u2019s eye).<\/p>\n<p><strong>There are two main variations of anisocoria:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>One pupil may be much more dilated (bigger) than normal.<\/strong> This most commonly happens due to loss of vision in that eye, caused by many possible factors including hemorrhage at the back of the eye linked to high blood pressure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>One pupil may be much more constricted (smaller) than normal.<\/strong> There are many reasons for this, including trauma (to the eye itself, or to the skull), and changes in the internal eye pressure, as well as other possibilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>In general, sudden onset anisocoria can indicate a serious underlying problem, and it\u2019s wise to seek urgent attention to have this assessed.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As an example, high blood pressure can cause bleeding at the back of the eye, which can cause a sudden onset enlarged pupil. It\u2019s important that medication is given to reduce the blood pressure before other consequences of high blood pressure follow.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/heterochromia-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u200bHeterochromia In Cats: Cats With Different Colored Eyes<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Is Blood In Cat Stool An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_42069\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42069\" class=\"wp-image-42069\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Poor-Hygiene-and-Litter-Box.jpg\" alt=\"Cat watching as someone scoops litter box\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-42069\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bloody stool may or may not be an emergency. It depends on the severity of the bleeding.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Whenever an animal is bleeding, it always needs to be taken seriously. However, it is not always an emergency: it depends on the severity of the bleeding.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If there is copious blood, or if there is blood mixed with diarrhea, then the affected cat should be taken to the emergency veterinarian without delay.<\/li>\n<li>If there is just a trace of blood, or a few drops, in the stool, with normal feces as well, then this can wait until the day time vet is open. The cat should be kept indoors and monitored closely in case the situation deteriorates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As before, if a cat with a just trace of blood in their stool also shows other serious signs of being unwell,\u00a0they should be taken to the emergency vet.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/blood-in-cat-stool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What To Do If You See Blood In Your Cat\u2019s Stool?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Is A Cat Abscess An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_40299\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40299\" class=\"wp-image-40299\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Medication-For-Skin-Disease-In-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Person inspecting abscess on cat's head\" width=\"1000\" height=\"530\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-40299\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">If your cat has an abscess, it&#8217;s usually not considered an emergency. In some cases, however, a visit to an emergency vet may be justified.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>It\u2019s common for cats to suffer from <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/abscesses-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">abscesses<\/a>: these are particularly common after cats have been fighting. <strong>In general, a cat abscess is not an emergency, and simple home first aid can be given, including:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use scissors to trim away the fur around the area of the abscess<\/li>\n<li>Clean the affected area twice daily with mildly salty water (a teaspoonful of salt in a pint of boiled water, cooled down).<\/li>\n<li>In particular, wipe away any discharges which may be produced by the abscess.<\/li>\n<li>Take the cat to the daytime vet as soon as they open, so that additional treatment (such as antibiotics) can be given.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>There are cases when a cat with an abscess should be taken to the emergency vet:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the cat is visibly in pain<\/li>\n<li>If the cat is very dull and quiet<\/li>\n<li>If the abscess is causing gross swelling (e.g. over the eye area)<\/li>\n<li>If the cat also shows other serious signs of being unwell<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Is Cat Cystitis An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_20109\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20109\" class=\"wp-image-20109\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Feline-Idiopathic-Cystitis-Feature.jpg\" alt=\"Feline Idiopathic Cystitis Feature\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Feline-Idiopathic-Cystitis-Feature.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Feline-Idiopathic-Cystitis-Feature-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Feline-Idiopathic-Cystitis-Feature-624x416.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Feline-Idiopathic-Cystitis-Feature-540x360.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20109\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">In most cases, cystitis is not considered an emergency. However, if your cat can&#8217;t pass any urine, is in obvious pain, or seems extremely desperate, they should see an emergency vet right away.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/feline-idiopathic-cystitis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cystitis<\/a>, also known as Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD), is a complex condition, with signs usually presenting as a cat visiting the litter box repeatedly, passing small amounts of urine, sometimes yowling as if in pain, and sometimes passing small amounts of blood.<\/p>\n<p><strong>This condition is not usually an emergency, unless the following signs are seen:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the cat is in obvious pain<\/li>\n<li>If the cat is unable to pass any urine at all (complete urethral blockages are more common among male cats)<\/li>\n<li>If the cat is making continual, unrelenting, efforts to pass small amount of urine (i.e. if they are not leaving the litter tray to carry on with normal life in between episodes)<\/li>\n<li>If the cat also shows other serious signs of being unwell<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A first-aid approach includes ensuring that the cat has access to fresh drinking water and encouraging them to drink as much as possible. If possible, a urine sample should be collected and placed in a sterile container. The affected cat should be taken, along with the urine sample, to the daytime vet as soon as they open, so that a detailed examination and investigation can be carried out.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/urinary-tract-infection-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Urinary Tract Infection In Cats<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Is A Cat Peeing Blood An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_41730\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-41730\" class=\"wp-image-41730\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cat-peeing-a-lot.jpg\" alt=\"Cat standing in litter box\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-41730\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">If your cat is peeing blood, it&#8217;s usually not considered an emergency, but passing large amounts of urine in the blood can\u00a0 be.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Sometimes cats with cystitis pass small amounts of blood in the urine: see above to find out what action needs to be taken. Otherwise, the action to be taken depends on the severity of the blood in the urine.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If a cat is passing large amounts of <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/blood-in-cat-urine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">blood in the urine<\/a>, then they should be taken to the emergency vet for a full assessment (which includes checking for problems with blood clotting, etc).<\/li>\n<li>If there is just a trace of blood, with normal urine as well, then the cat can be monitored at home until the daytime vet opens. However, a visit to the emergency vet is always needed if the cat also shows other serious signs of being unwell<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Is A Cat UTI An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_50064\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-50064\" class=\"wp-image-50064\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scratch-The-Sides-Of-The-Litter-Box-After-Pooping-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"Cat standing by litter box UTI\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scratch-The-Sides-Of-The-Litter-Box-After-Pooping-compressed.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scratch-The-Sides-Of-The-Litter-Box-After-Pooping-compressed-624x415.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scratch-The-Sides-Of-The-Litter-Box-After-Pooping-compressed-540x360.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-50064\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Usually, a UTI is not considered a cat emergency, but some exceptions apply.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>A cat UTI is, in most cases, very similar to a cat with cystitis, and the same rules apply.<br \/>\nAffected cats often visit the litter box repeatedly, passing small amounts of urine, sometimes yowling as if in pain, and sometimes passing small amounts of blood.<\/p>\n<p><strong>This condition is not usually an emergency unless the following signs are seen:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the cat is in obvious pain<\/li>\n<li>If the cat is unable to pass any urine at all<\/li>\n<li>If the cat is making continual, unrelenting, efforts to pass a small amount of urine (i.e. if they are not leaving the litter tray to carry on with normal life in between episodes)<\/li>\n<li>If the cat also shows other serious signs of being unwell<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At home, ensure that the cat has access to fresh drinking water, encouraging them to drink as much as possible. If possible, a urine sample should be collected and placed in a sterile container. The affected cat should be taken, along with the urine sample, to the daytime vet as soon as they open, so that a detailed examination and investigation can be carried out.<\/p>\n<h2>Is A Cat Coughing An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_16063\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16063\" class=\"wp-image-16063 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Why-is-My-Cat-Coughing.jpg\" alt=\"Why is my cat coughing Singapura cat\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Why-is-My-Cat-Coughing.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Why-is-My-Cat-Coughing-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Why-is-My-Cat-Coughing-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Why-is-My-Cat-Coughing-624x416.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-16063\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">While coughing is a serious symptom and should be addressed by a vet, it&#8217;s not necessarily an emergency symptom.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-coughing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coughing<\/a> is always a serious sign of ill health that should not be ignored. However, a cat does not need to be rushed to the emergency vet just because they have an occasional cough.<\/p>\n<p>In most cases, as long as the cough is only occasional and they are otherwise well, it is sufficient to monitor them carefully, taking them to the usual daytime vet for an assessment when they open. In the interim, the cat should be kept indoors and monitored closely, in case the cough deteriorates or the cat starts to show other signs of ill health.<\/p>\n<p><strong>There are occasions when a coughing cat should be taken to the emergency vet:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the cat is coughing more than occasionally (e.g. every fifteen minutes or more often)<\/li>\n<li>If the cat seems distressed by the coughing (agitated, vocalizing, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>If the cat has difficulty breathing as well as coughing<\/li>\n<li>If the cat also shows other serious signs of being unwell<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Is Cat Diarrhea An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_42968\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42968\" class=\"wp-image-42968\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Diarrhea-In-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Cat in a litter box diarrhea\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Diarrhea-In-Cats.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Diarrhea-In-Cats-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Diarrhea-In-Cats-624x312.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Diarrhea-In-Cats-780x390.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-42968\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Generally, a cat who is having diarrhea does not need to be rushed to an emergency vet. However, some exceptions apply.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/diarrhea-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Diarrhea<\/a> is a common problem, especially in kittens and young cats, and it should never be ignored. However, diarrhea does not mean that a cat always needs to be rushed to the emergency vet. As long as the cat remains well, bright, active, and is behaving normally, then it\u2019s likely to be safe to wait until your daytime vet opens to seek veterinary assistance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Exceptions to this rule include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If there are significant amounts of blood in the diarrhea<\/li>\n<li>If the cat is having diarrhea more often than just occasionally (e.g. more often than once an hour)<\/li>\n<li>If a young kitten has serious diarrhea<\/li>\n<li>If the cat also shows other serious signs of being unwell<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Is Cat Drooling An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_41681\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-41681\" class=\"wp-image-41681\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/drooling-cat.jpg\" alt=\"Cat drooling\" width=\"1000\" height=\"586\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-41681\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Drooling is usually not a sign of an emergency, but it can point to health issues.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-drooling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Drooling<\/a> \u2013 or hypersalivation, also known as ptyalism \u2013 can happen for many different reasons in cats, and in many cases, there is no need to rush to the vet.<\/p>\n<p>As an example, some cats drool as a type of normal behavior when they are contentedly purring beside their owners.<\/p>\n<p><strong>However, there are other cases where drooling can be a sign of a significant problem that needs urgent professional attention.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Drooling can happen if a cat has eaten something irritant<\/li>\n<li>Drooling can be caused by some poisons<\/li>\n<li>Drooling can happen after accidents where a cat suffers injuries to the jaw or mouth<\/li>\n<li>Drooling can indicate neurological issues in some cases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>The decision on whether to take a drooling cat to the vet depends on a number of factors. The emergency vet should be contacted:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the cat is suddenly drooling copiously and continuously for no obvious reason<\/li>\n<li>If the cat also shows other serious signs of being unwell<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Is Cat Limping An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_19339\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19339\" class=\"wp-image-19339 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-walk-a-cat-on-a-leash-2.jpg\" alt=\"How to Walk a Cat on a Leash\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-walk-a-cat-on-a-leash-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-walk-a-cat-on-a-leash-2-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-walk-a-cat-on-a-leash-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-walk-a-cat-on-a-leash-2-624x416.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-walk-a-cat-on-a-leash-2-540x360.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19339\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Limping is usually not a sign that you need to see an emergency vet. In many cases, it&#8217;s fine to wait until the regular vet opens.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>A limping cat cannot put their full weight on a limb while walking, running, or jumping.<\/p>\n<p>There are many possible causes, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cat bites<\/li>\n<li>Physical accidents<\/li>\n<li>Torn ligaments<\/li>\n<li>Underlying diseases like cancer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is always worrying when a cat limps, but this does not mean that a limping cat always needs to be rushed to the vet: in many cases, it is acceptable to wait until your daytime vet opens to seek professional attention.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The following instances would suggest that a limping cat does need to be taken to the emergency vet:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the cat is not putting any weight at all on the leg (i.e. they are carrying the leg in the air)<\/li>\n<li>If the cat also shows other serious signs of being unwell<strong> (see \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-emergency-vet#Emergency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cat emergency symptoms<\/a>\u201d above)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Is Cat Vomiting An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_16058\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16058\" class=\"wp-image-16058 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Cat-Vomiting.jpg\" alt=\"Cat vomiting versus regurgitation image\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Cat-Vomiting.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Cat-Vomiting-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Cat-Vomiting-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Cat-Vomiting-624x416.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-16058\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Severe, repeated vomiting, especially if accompanied with other signs of illness, should be considered an emergency. However, regurgitation, hairballs, and occasional vomiting are not.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>It is common for cats to vomit occasionally, for a range of reasons from hairballs to dietary allergies and intolerance, to mild viral infections. This is not an emergency if the cat remains in good general health and if it only happens from time to time (e.g. once every few days). Affected cats should be fasted for 12 hours, to allow their stomach to settle.<\/p>\n<p>However, if the cat continues to vomit repeatedly (e.g. several times an hour, or multiple times in a day), or if the cat shows other serious signs of being unwell <strong>(see \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-emergency-vet#Emergency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cat emergency symptoms<\/a>\u201d above)<\/strong>, then they should be taken to the emergency vet without delay.<\/p>\n<p>If a cat continues to vomit even just occasionally, they should be taken to their own daytime vet when normal business resumes following the after-hours period.<\/p>\n<h2>Is Cat Third Eyelid Showing An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_53764\" style=\"width: 535px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-53764\" class=\"size-full wp-image-53764\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cat-third-eyelid-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"525\" height=\"700\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-53764\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">If your cat&#8217;s third eyelid is showing, it may indicate that your cat is sick, but it usually doesn&#8217;t signal an emergency. Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/CatAdvice\/comments\/jjikh0\/cats_third_eyelids_are_showing_very_often\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">u\/iwannalearntosurf<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Unlike humans, cats have three eyelids.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>They have upper and lower eyelids, like humans<\/li>\n<li>They have an additional third eyelid that starts from the inner corner of each eye, moving across the eye side-to-side when the eyes are closed. This acts as an extra type of window-wiper to keep the surface of the eye clean, and to offer extra protection from trauma.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Occasionally, the third eyelid can be seen protruding from the inner corner of the eye when the eye is open. This can happen for a range of reasons. It can be a general sign of unwellness in a cat that is suffering from other problems, or it can sometimes be the only abnormal sign shown by the cat.<\/p>\n<p>When this happens, it is known as Haw Syndrome, and it is not an emergency. If a cat showing its third eyelids is completely well otherwise, behaving normally, eating well, and showing no other signs of illness, this is not an emergency.<\/p>\n<p>The cat should be kept indoors, monitored carefully, and taken to the daytime vet when they open again. However, a visit to the emergency vet is always needed if the cat also shows other serious signs of being unwell<strong> (see \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-emergency-vet#Emergency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cat emergency symptoms<\/a>\u201d above).<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Is A Cat Hairball An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_23944\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23944\" class=\"wp-image-23944 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cat-hairball.jpg\" alt=\"Cat sitting by a ball of fur\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cat-hairball.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cat-hairball-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cat-hairball-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cat-hairball-624x416.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cat-hairball-540x360.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-23944\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">While overly-frequent hairballs can signal health issues, having hairballs is usually not a sign that your cat is having an emergency.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>It is common for cats to retch occasionally, or to vomit from time to time, and sometimes fur is seen in the regurgitated material, leading owners to suspect that their pet is suffering from a hairball.<\/p>\n<p>This is not an emergency if it only happens from time to time (e.g. once every few days). Affected cats should be fasted for 12 hours, to allow their stomach to settle. They should be taken to their normal daytime vet in due course if they continue to vomit occasionally.<\/p>\n<p>However, if the cat continues to vomit repeatedly (e.g. several times an hour, or multiple times in a day), or if the cat shows other serious signs of being unwell<strong> (see \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-emergency-vet#Emergency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cat emergency symptoms<\/a>\u201d above)<\/strong>, then they should be taken to the emergency vet without delay.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/best-cat-food-hairballs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The 6 Best Cat Foods For Hairball Control<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Is A Broken Cat Tooth An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_42062\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42062\" class=\"wp-image-42062\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cat-dental-issues.jpg\" alt=\"Person inspecting a cat's mouth\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-42062\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">If your cat breaks a tooth, it&#8217;s generally not considered an emergency, and you can wait until your regular vet opens.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>It\u2019s common for a cat to break a tooth (e.g. in a cat fight, or a road traffic accident). A broken tooth is not, in itself, an emergency, but there may be other associated signs of trauma that may necessitate a visit to the emergency vet.<\/p>\n<p>Any cat with a broken tooth should be taken to the daytime vet for a full assessment when they open again.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-teeth-cleaning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Complete Guide To Dental Cleaning For Cats<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Is A Cat Ear Infection Or Hematoma An Emergency?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_47844\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-47844\" class=\"wp-image-47844\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ear-infection-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"Inspecting a cat's ear\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ear-infection-compressed.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ear-infection-compressed-624x415.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ear-infection-compressed-540x360.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-47844\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Usually, an ear infection or hematoma is not considered an emergency.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>When a cat has an <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-ear-infection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ear infection<\/a> they often have itchy ears, when the lining of the ear becomes inflamed, causing cats to shake their heads and itch their ears with their paws. Sometimes the ear pinna (the ear flap) may become thickened and swollen due to blood-like fluid gathering inside the ear pinna: this is called an aural hematoma.<\/p>\n<p>In most cases, these conditions are not acute emergencies: as long as the cat is reasonably comfortable, these patients can be monitored overnight and over the weekend until the daytime vet is available again.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Exceptions to this rule include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If a cat has such itchy or painful ears that they are distressed, continually shaking their head or scratching at their ears<\/li>\n<li>If an affected ear is actively bleeding<\/li>\n<li>If a cat with signs of ear infection or hematoma also shows other serious signs of being unwell <strong>(see \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/cat-emergency-vet#Emergency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cat emergency symptoms<\/a>\u201d above)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In these cases, affected cats should be taken to the emergency vet for prompt attention.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/best-ear-mite-treatment-for-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The 7 Best Ear Mite Treatments For Cats<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>How Much Is An Emergency Vet Visit For A Cat?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_36286\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36286\" class=\"wp-image-36286\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/cat-checkup.jpg\" alt=\"cat checkup\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/cat-checkup.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/cat-checkup-624x415.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/cat-checkup-540x360.jpg 540w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/cat-checkup-600x399.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-36286\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The cost of an emergency vet visit depends on your cat&#8217;s condition. In most cases, the cost is about 50% to 100% more expensive than that of a regular vet.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>There are no global rules about the cost of an emergency visit to the vet, and the best answer is to call the emergency vet that you plan to attend and ask them for an estimate of the costs.<\/p>\n<p>In general, emergency veterinary facilities do have higher costs to cover compared to daytime vets (all of their staff need to be paid at a premium rate because they are being asked to work during atypical hours).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-own-a-cat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How Much Does It Cost To Own A Cat In 2023<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As a result, in general, fees are higher than for daytime vets. In most cases, the fees are likely to be anywhere between 50% more expensive and double the normal daytime fees, but this does vary from location to location.<\/p>\n<p>As an example, a daytime veterinarian might charge $60 for a consultation, while an emergency veterinarian might charge $120 or perhaps even more. Of course, this is often just the start: costs for diagnostic workups and treatments (both surgical and medical) are often higher than daytime veterinarians.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/things-your-vet-wishes-you-knew\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Top 10 Things Your Vet Wishes You Knew<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n            <style>\n                .cliverse-post-faq h3{\n                    position: relative;\n                    background: #FFFFFF;\n                    box-shadow: 0px 9px 26px rgba(198, 198, 198, 0.25);\n                    border-radius: 15px;\n                    padding: 24px 110px 24px 110px;\n                    margin-bottom: 30px;\n                    transition: all 0.4s ease;\n\n                    font-weight: 700!important;\n                    font-size: 20px!important;\n                    line-height: 105.8%!important;\n                    color: #373737;\n                    cursor: pointer;\n                }\n                .cliverse-post-faq h3.active{\n                    background: #EDF1F7;\n                }\n                .cliverse-post-faq h3 .question-angle{\n                    display: flex;\n                    width: 24px;\n                    height: 24px;\n                    justify-content: center;\n                    align-items: center;\n                    position: absolute;\n                    top: calc(50% - 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Go to the ER if your cat ate something toxic, had a serious accident, is having difficulty breathing, is bleeding a lot, is straining to urinate and can't, has been seizuring for 3 minutes or more, is dull and unresponsive, visibly distressed, very thirsty but not drinking, severely dehydrated, or showing gross physical abnormalities.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n                        <h3 itemprop=\"name\">\n                            <div class=\"question-mark\">\n                                <svg width=\"42\" height=\"42\" viewBox=\"0 0 42 42\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                                    <path d=\"M23.3438 31.1562C23.3438 31.6198 23.2063 32.0729 22.9488 32.4584C22.6912 32.8438 22.3252 33.1442 21.8969 33.3216C21.4687 33.499 20.9974 33.5454 20.5428 33.455C20.0881 33.3645 19.6705 33.1413 19.3427 32.8135C19.0149 32.4858 18.7917 32.0681 18.7013 31.6135C18.6109 31.1588 18.6573 30.6876 18.8347 30.2593C19.0121 29.8311 19.3125 29.465 19.6979 29.2075C20.0833 28.95 20.5365 28.8125 21 28.8125C21.6216 28.8125 22.2178 29.0594 22.6573 29.499C23.0968 29.9385 23.3438 30.5346 23.3438 31.1562ZM21 10.0625C16.6914 10.0625 13.1875 13.2168 13.1875 17.0938V17.875C13.1875 18.2894 13.3521 18.6868 13.6452 18.9799C13.9382 19.2729 14.3356 19.4375 14.75 19.4375C15.1644 19.4375 15.5618 19.2729 15.8549 18.9799C16.1479 18.6868 16.3125 18.2894 16.3125 17.875V17.0938C16.3125 14.9453 18.416 13.1875 21 13.1875C23.584 13.1875 25.6875 14.9453 25.6875 17.0938C25.6875 19.2422 23.584 21 21 21C20.5856 21 20.1882 21.1646 19.8952 21.4576C19.6021 21.7507 19.4375 22.1481 19.4375 22.5625V24.125C19.4375 24.5394 19.6021 24.9368 19.8952 25.2299C20.1882 25.5229 20.5856 25.6875 21 25.6875C21.4144 25.6875 21.8118 25.5229 22.1049 25.2299C22.3979 24.9368 22.5625 24.5394 22.5625 24.125V23.9844C26.125 23.3301 28.8125 20.4883 28.8125 17.0938C28.8125 13.2168 25.3086 10.0625 21 10.0625ZM41.3125 21C41.3125 25.0174 40.1212 28.9446 37.8892 32.285C35.6573 35.6254 32.4849 38.2289 28.7733 39.7663C25.0616 41.3037 20.9775 41.706 17.0372 40.9222C13.097 40.1384 9.47766 38.2039 6.6369 35.3631C3.79615 32.5224 1.86157 28.903 1.07781 24.9628C0.294046 21.0225 0.696301 16.9384 2.23371 13.2267C3.77111 9.51512 6.37462 6.34274 9.71499 4.11077C13.0554 1.87881 16.9826 0.6875 21 0.6875C26.3855 0.693187 31.5487 2.83507 35.3568 6.64317C39.1649 10.4513 41.3068 15.6145 41.3125 21ZM38.1875 21C38.1875 17.6006 37.1795 14.2776 35.2909 11.4511C33.4023 8.62467 30.718 6.4217 27.5774 5.12082C24.4368 3.81994 20.9809 3.47957 17.6469 4.14275C14.3128 4.80594 11.2503 6.44289 8.84661 8.8466C6.4429 11.2503 4.80595 14.3128 4.14276 17.6469C3.47958 20.9809 3.81995 24.4368 5.12083 27.5774C6.42171 30.718 8.62468 33.4023 11.4511 35.2909C14.2776 37.1795 17.6006 38.1875 21 38.1875C25.5568 38.1823 29.9255 36.3699 33.1477 33.1477C36.3699 29.9255 38.1823 25.5568 38.1875 21Z\" fill=\"#828FA1\"\/>\n                                <\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                            When should I take my cat to the vet immediately?                            <div class=\"question-angle\">\n                                <svg width=\"35\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 35 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M34.1269 0.504921C35.1752 1.25869 35.2967 2.58264 34.3981 3.46205L17.5 20L0.601898 3.46205C-0.296654 2.58264 -0.175251 1.25869 0.873062 0.504921C1.92138 -0.248853 3.49962 -0.147011 4.39817 0.732392L17.5 13.555L30.6018 0.732392C31.5004 -0.147011 33.0786 -0.248853 34.1269 0.504921Z\" fill=\"#828FA1\"\/>\n                                <\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/h3>\n                        <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"cliverse-post-faq-answer\">\n                            <div itemprop=\"text\">\n                                <p>Take your cat to the vet immediately if they're showing signs of acute injury, illness, or distress. 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