Priority: Immediate

Overview

• This is an emergency.
• Contact your veterinarian or after-hours emergency care facility immediately.

Symptom Considerations

• Amount of blood lost is the main concern.
• If there is a lot of blood, your cat should be seen by your veterinarian as soon as possible.
• Some questions to prepare for:
  • How long has it been bleeding?
  • How much blood is there?
  • Did you see the blood dripping or notice it on the floor?
  • When was your cat’s last heat cycle?
• Your veterinarian may:
  • Examine the vulva
  • Run blood work to check red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets
  • Make sure there are no foreign objects trapped in it
• Your cat may require:
  • Sedation for the procedure
  • Abdominal x-rays
  • Oral medications you will administer at home (pain relievers, antibiotics)

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